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Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro) vs Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact

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AppleiPad mini (A17 Pro)SonyXperia Z3 Tablet Compact
Overview
ReleasedOctober 20242014
Display
Screen size8.3″8″
Resolution2266 × 14881920 × 1200
Sharpness327 pixels per inch283 pixels per inch
PanelLCDLCD
Refresh rate60 Hz–
Brightness500 nits–
Display typeLiquid Retina display, LED-backlit IPS LCDTFT LCD with TRILUMINOS Display for mobile, Live Colour LED and X-Reality for mobile
Pixel density326 ppi–
Display featuresWide colour (P3); True Tone; fully laminated; anti-reflective coating; fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating; no ProMotion–
Performance
ChipA17 ProQualcomm Snapdragon 801
Memory8 GB3 GB
Storage128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB16 GB, 32 GB
CPU6-core CPU with 2 performance and 4 efficiency coresQuad-core Snapdragon 801 at 2.5 GHz
GPU5-core GPU–
AI engine16-core Neural Engine–
Cameras
Rear camera12 MP8.1 MP
Ultra wide cameraNoneNone
Front camera12 MP2.2 MP
Rear camera12MP Wide, ƒ/1.8, five-element lens, autofocus with Focus Pixels, True Tone flash, digital zoom up to 5x, Smart HDR 48.1 MP Exmor RS for mobile sensor
Front camera12MP Center Stage camera, ƒ/2.42.2 MP Exmor R for mobile sensor
Video recording4K at 24, 25, 30 or 60 fps; 1080p at 25, 30 or 60 fps; slo-mo 1080p at 120 or 240 fps; cinematic video stabilisation (4K, 1080p and 720p)Full HD 1080p recording from both cameras
Battery and connections
Battery life (maker's claim)Up to 10 hoursUp to 15 hours
Battery (mAh)–4,500 mAh
Battery capacity19.3 Wh–
Mobile data optionYesYes
StylusSupported, sold separatelyNot supported
Keyboard made for itNoYes
Battery life detailUp to 10 hours surfing the web on Wi-Fi or watching video; up to 9 hours surfing the web on mobile dataMaker claims approximately 15 hours video or 12 hours Wi-Fi browsing; approximately 4.3 hours for a full charge
ChargingVia USB-C power adapter (not included) or computer–
USB-CUSB-C with charging, DisplayPort and USB 3 (up to 10Gb/s); one external display up to 4K at 60HzMicro-USB charging and data; microSD, microSDHC and microSDXC expansion up to 128 GB
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with 2x2 MIMOIEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac; 2.4 and 5 GHz; MIMO
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 4.0
Mobile network5G (sub-6 GHz) with 4x4 MIMO; Gigabit LTE; eSIM onlyWi-Fi and LTE variants announced globally for autumn 2014; the Japanese Wi-Fi model went on sale on 7 November 2014; dimensions and weight shown are for Wi-Fi
Keyboards–Optional Sony BKB10 Bluetooth keyboard, listed among the model accessories
Stylus supportApple Pencil Pro and Apple Pencil (USB-C); Apple Pencil hover–
Design
Weight293 g270 g
Thickness6.3 mm6.4 mm
Height × width195.4 × 134.8 mm123.6 × 213.4 mm
Water and dust resistance–IP68
Operating systemiPadOSAndroid
BiometricsTouch ID in the top button–
SpeakersLandscape stereo speakersStereo speakers; high-resolution headphone audio, DSEE HX processing and digital noise cancellation with compatible Sony headphones
MicrophonesDual microphonesBuilt-in mono microphone; 3.5 mm headset socket
SensorsThree-axis gyro, accelerometer, barometer, ambient light sensorAccelerometer, gyroscope, digital compass, ambient light sensor, GPS and NFC
Materials100% recycled aluminium enclosure; more than 25% recycled content overallReinforced FRP back panel integrated with a rounded frame; IP65 and IP68 protection requires all port covers closed
ColoursBlue, Purple, Starlight, Space GreyBlack or white
Software at launchiPadOS 18Android 4.4 KitKat; PS4 Remote Play was added through an app after launch
In the boxiPad mini, USB-C Charge Cable (1 m)Mains adaptor and USB cable

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