Xiaomi Xiaomi Pad 6 vs Xiaomi Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro

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Xiaomi Pad 6 compared with Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro
XiaomiXiaomi Pad 6XiaomiXiaomi Pad 6 Pro
Overview
ReleasedApril 2023April 2023
Display
Screen size11″11″
Resolution2880 × 18002880 × 1800
Sharpness309 pixels per inch309 pixels per inch
PanelLCDLCD
Refresh rate144 Hz144 Hz
Brightness550 nits–
Display typeLCD, 16:10 aspect ratio (Android Authority)LCD
Pixel density309 ppi309 ppi
Brightness detail550 nits typical; 1400:1 contrast ratio550 nits maximum across the screen; 1400:1 contrast ratio
Display featuresOver one billion colours, DCI-P3, Dolby Vision and HDR10; Corning Gorilla Glass 3; TÜV Rheinland low-blue-light certification, full-range DC dimming, reading mode and seven variable refresh-rate levelsUp to 144 Hz with seven refresh-rate levels; 144 Hz finger sampling and 240 Hz stylus sampling; 1.07 billion colours, DCI-P3, HDR10, Dolby Vision, true colour and paper reading modes; Corning Gorilla Glass 3; TÜV low-blue-light certification and National Engineering Research Center of Ophthalmology eye-care testing
Performance
ChipQualcomm Snapdragon 870Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
Memory6 GB – 8 GB8 GB – 12 GB (better)
Storage128 GB, 256 GB128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB (better)
CPUSnapdragon 870, 7 nm manufacturing process; LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storageTSMC 4 nm; eight cores up to 3.2 GHz; LPDDR5 RAM at 6400 Mbps and UFS 3.1 storage
GPU–Adreno graphics processor; model number not published in the maker sheet
AI engine–Qualcomm AI Engine
Cameras
Rear camera13 MP50 MP (better)
Ultra wide cameraNoneNone
Front camera8 MP20 MP (better)
Rear camera13 MP, ƒ/2.2 and PDAF50 MP, 1/2.76-inch sensor, 1.28 µm combined pixels, ƒ/1.8 and PDAF; separate depth camera; document, director, dual-view and Super Night 2.0 modes
Front camera8 MP, 1.12 µm pixels and ƒ/2.2; FocusFrame framing support in selected apps20 MP ultrawide, IMX596, 1/3.4-inch sensor, 1.6 µm combined pixels and ƒ/2.2; portrait centring
Video recordingRear 4K at 30 fps, 1080p at 30 or 60 fps and 720p at 30 fps; front 1080p or 720p at 30 fpsRear 4K/1080p at 30 or 60 fps and 720p at 30 fps; front 1080p at 30 or 60 fps and 720p at 30 fps
Battery and connections
Battery life (maker's claim)Up to 16 hoursUp to 18 hours
Battery (mAh)8,840 mAh (better)8,600 mAh
Fastest charging33 W67 W (better)
Mobile data optionNoNo
StylusSupported, sold separatelySupported, sold separately
Keyboard made for itYesYes
Battery life detail8,840 mAh typical, 8,640 mAh minimum; maker laboratory claims 16 hours video, 65 hours music, 23 hours reading or 26.9 days standby at 25°C8,600 mAh typical and 8,400 mAh minimum, non-removable single cell; maker laboratory claims approximately 18 hours local video playback or up to 47.9 days standby
Charging33 W wired; QC4, QC3+, QC3.0, QC2.0, PD3.0, PD2.0 and MI FC1.0; maker laboratory claims 100% in 99 minutes from 1% with the included charger, screen off at 25°C67 W wired; QC4+, QC3+, QC3.0, QC2.0, PD3.0, PD2.0 and MI FC1.0
USB-CUSB-C, USB 3.2 Gen 1 up to 5 Gbps; compatible USB 3.2 Gen 1 cable sold separatelyUSB-C, USB 3.2 Gen 1 up to 5 Gbps; bundled cable does not support USB 3 data speeds, compatible cable sold separately
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 5, Wi-Fi 4 and 802.11a/b/g; 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, IPv6Enhanced Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 5, Wi-Fi 4 and 802.11a/b/g; 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, 2x2 MIMO, 8x8 sounding for MU-MIMO, Wi-Fi Direct, Miracast, simultaneous dual-band use and IPv6
BluetoothBluetooth 5.2; AAC, LDAC and LHDC 3.0Bluetooth 5.3; AAC, LDAC and LHDC 5.0
Stylus supportXiaomi Smart Pen (2nd generation), sold separately; availability varies by regionMagnetic pen charging; pen sold separately
KeyboardsXiaomi Pad 6 Keyboard, sold separately; availability varies by regionMagnetic keyboard contacts; keyboard sold separately
Design
Weight490 g490 g
Thickness6.51 mm6.51 mm
Height × width253.95 × 165.18 mm253.95 × 165.18 mm
Operating systemAndroidAndroid
Biometrics–Side fingerprint reader
SpeakersFour speakers; Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res and Hi-Res Wireless AudioFour speakers, Dolby Atmos, spatial audio, Hi-Res and Hi-Res Wireless Audio
MicrophonesFour microphones; meeting modes include directional 60° or 360° sound receptionFour microphones; multi-scenario pickup, HD recording 2.0 and WeChat/QQ call recording
SensorsAccelerometer, gyroscope, ambient light sensor and Hall sensorAccelerometer, gyroscope, front colour-temperature ambient light sensor, rear ambient light sensor, Hall sensor and side fingerprint sensor
MaterialsMetal unibodyFull-metal unibody
ColoursGravity Gray, Gold and Mist blueBlack, Gold and Mountain Blue (Chinese maker colour names)
Software at launchMIUI Pad 14 based on Android 13MIUI Pad 14 based on Android 13; Chinese-market model, maker notes subsequent upgrade to Xiaomi HyperOS
In the boxTablet, power adapter, USB-C cable, quick start guide and warranty cardTablet, power adapter, USB-C cable and warranty documentation; Chinese-market package

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