Xiaomi has officially launched its latest tablet, the Xiaomi Pad 7, in India, marking a significant advancement in the tablet market with its blend of high-end features, sleek design, and competitive pricing.
Design and Display
The Xiaomi Pad 7 boasts a premium metallic unibody design, measuring a sleek 6.18 mm in thickness and weighing approximately 490 grams. It is available in three stunning colors: Graphite Grey, Sage Green, and Mirage Purple, catering to diverse aesthetic preferences.
At the forefront of its design is the 11.2-inch CrystalRes IPS display, offering a remarkable 3.2K resolution (3200 x 2136 pixels) and a 3:2 aspect ratio. This display supports a 144 Hz variable refresh rate, ensuring smooth visuals, and a 12-bit color depth, capable of producing 68.7 billion colors for vibrant and accurate color reproduction. With a peak brightness of 800 nits, the screen remains clear even under direct sunlight.
A standout feature is the Nano-Texture Technology, which provides anti-glare and anti-reflective properties, reducing screen reflectivity by up to 65%. This enhancement makes the tablet ideal for both indoor and outdoor use, minimizing eye strain during prolonged usage. Additional display features include support for Dolby Vision and HDR10, hardware-level blue light reduction, HydroTouch (Wet Touch) functionality, a 240 Hz touch sampling rate, AI HDR enhancement, DCI-P3 color gamut, Multi-screen (Cross-Device Color Calibration), and Triple TÜV Rheinland Eye Protection, all contributing to an immersive and comfortable viewing experience.
Performance and Hardware
Under the hood, the Xiaomi Pad 7 is powered by the 4nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 octa-core processor, paired with the Adreno 732 GPU. This configuration ensures robust performance for multitasking, gaming, and productivity tasks. The tablet offers two memory configurations: 8 GB of LPDDR5X RAM with 128 GB of UFS 4.0 storage, and 12 GB of LPDDR5X RAM with 256 GB of UFS 4.0 storage, providing ample space for apps, media, and documents.
The device is equipped with an 8,850 mAh battery, supporting 45W fast charging capable of charging the tablet from 0% to 80% in just 45 minutes. This substantial battery capacity ensures extended usage, making it suitable for work, entertainment, and creative endeavors without frequent recharging.
Software and Features
The Xiaomi Pad 7 runs on HyperOS 2.0, based on Android 15, offering a user-friendly interface with AI-powered tools designed to enhance productivity. Features such as AI Writing and Live Subtitles provide intelligent assistance for note-taking and content consumption. The tablet also supports seamless app pinning across devices, allowing users to effortlessly transfer photos and files between their smartphone and tablet using the NFC Tag feature.
Camera and Audio
For photography and video calls, the Xiaomi Pad 7 is equipped with a 13 MP ultra-clear rear camera with PDAF support, capable of capturing detailed images and videos. The 8 MP front-facing camera features an ultra-wide angle lens, ensuring clear and wide shots for selfies and video conferencing. The tablet also includes a camera calling indicator for added privacy.
Audio performance is enhanced by quad speakers with Dolby Atmos support, delivering immersive sound quality for media consumption, gaming, and video calls.
Accessories
To complement the tablet, Xiaomi has introduced a range of accessories:
- Xiaomi Focus Keyboard: Featuring a 0° – 124° step-less adjustment, 64-key adaptive backlight, and a mechanical press touchpad, this keyboard offers a comfortable and efficient typing experience, transforming the tablet into a productivity powerhouse.
- Xiaomi Focus Pen: With 8,192 levels of pressure sensitivity and multi-function spotlight buttons, the Focus Pen is ideal for designers, artists, and note-takers, providing precision and control for creative tasks.
- Xiaomi Pad 7 Cover: Designed to protect the tablet, the cover adds an extra layer of durability while maintaining a sleek profile.
Pricing and Availability
The Xiaomi Pad 7 is competitively priced in India. Pricing of different variants are like this:
- 8 GB RAM + 128 GB Storage: ₹27,999
- 12 GB RAM + 256 GB Storage: ₹30,999
- Nano-Texture Edition (12 GB RAM + 256 GB Storage): ₹32,999
The Xiaomi Pad 7 supports a variety of accessories to increase the productivity. The accessories are priced as follows:
- Xiaomi Focus Keyboard: ₹8,999
- Xiaomi Focus Pen: ₹5,999
- Xiaomi Pad 7 Cover: ₹1,499
The tablet will be available for purchase starting January 13, 2025, at 12 PM on Amazon.in, mi.com/in, and Xiaomi retail stores.
The Nano-Texture Edition and Focus Keyboard will be available from February 2025.
Launch offers include a flat ₹1,000 discount with ICICI Bank credit cards and up to 6 months of no-cost EMI options, making the device even more accessible to consumers.