Key Takeaways
- Xiaomi has launched the Pad 9 and Pad 9 Pro in China.
- The Pad 9 Pro features a larger 12.5-inch display and Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor.
- Both tablets offer high-refresh-rate displays and support for wet-touch input.
Xiaomi has recently unveiled two new tablets in its Pad 9 series: the Pad 9 and the Pad 9 Pro. These devices are part of the company's ongoing efforts to expand its tablet lineup with advanced features and performance.
The Pad 9 Pro stands out with its larger 12.5-inch display, which offers a 3200 x 2136 resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. It also boasts a peak brightness of 1,000 nits, making it suitable for outdoor use. In contrast, the standard Pad 9 features a 11.2-inch display with a 3200 x 2136 resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate, with a peak brightness of 800 nits.
Both tablets are equipped with high-resolution displays that support 12-bit color depth, DCI-P3 coverage, HDR10, HDR Vivid, and Dolby Vision. They also include several eye-comfort features such as Circadian Friendly, Flicker-Free, and hardware-level low-blue-light certifications. The displays are designed to respond to touch even when the user’s hands are damp, enhancing usability in various conditions.
In terms of size and weight, the Pad 9 Pro is slightly heavier and thicker. It weighs 580 grams and measures 5.8mm thick, while the Pad 9 weighs 485 grams and is 5.75mm thick. Xiaomi also offers soft-light display versions of both tablets, which add a few grams to their weight.
Performance-wise, the Pad 9 Pro runs on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor, while the standard Pad 9 uses the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 is an octa-core processor built on a 3nm process, reaching clock speeds of up to 3.8GHz. It is paired with an Adreno GPU. The standard Pad 9, while not a major upgrade from previous models, still offers a solid performance for everyday use.
Both tablets come with software aimed at productivity and content creation. WPS for Pad is included for office tasks, while CapCut Pro is available for video editing. Storage and memory configurations vary; the Pad 9 Pro offers up to 16GB of RAM and 256GB of UFS 4.1 storage, while the standard Pad 9 reaches 12GB of RAM with the same 256GB storage ceiling. Both models start with an 8GB RAM and 128GB storage configuration.
Camera capabilities differ between the two models. The Pad 9 Pro has a 50MP main camera capable of recording 4K video and a 32MP front camera for video calls. The Pad 9, on the other hand, uses a 13MP rear camera and an 8MP front camera, both limited to 1080p video recording. The Pad 9 Pro retains most of the same shooting modes, although it misses some of the Pro’s additional features, including the higher-resolution feed used by the teleprompter mode.
Battery life is another distinguishing feature. The Pad 9 Pro is equipped with an 11,000mAh battery and supports 67W wired charging, providing a long-lasting power supply for users. The standard Pad 9, while not as powerful in terms of battery capacity, still offers a reliable power solution for everyday use.
Xiaomi’s magnetic pen and a PC-style floating keyboard are available for both tablets, enhancing the user experience. The pen is sold separately, allowing users to choose their preferred writing tool.
