Getting real with the Pad mini (Sabong News)
Author
Enzo Luna
Date
MAY 10 2022
The realme Pad Mini is ready to prove that big things come in small packages! The realme Pad Mini is the company’s first product to launch in the country ahead of other markets, and it is designed to provide excellent entertainment and performance features in the palm of your hand.
It has a 7.6mm Ultra Slim Design and an 8.7″ Large Display, making it a device that is easy to carry and bring with you wherever you go. This screen size is in the middle of the pack — it’s not too big, but it’s also not too small.
It also has a Powerful Unisoc T616 Processor to help you multitask effortlessly and efficiently, an 8MP Ultra Wide-Angle Rear Camera, Dual Stereo Speakers, and a 6400mAh Mega Battery with 18W Quick Charge.
The realme Pad Mini also has a Memory Expansion of up to 1TB, so you’ll never run out of space for your files and apps. The realme Pad Mini will be available in two colors: grey and blue, with 3GB+32GB LTE and 4GB+64GB LTE variants. It will also be available later this month in a 3GB+32GB WIFI variant.
During our testing with the realme Pad Mini, we discovered that the tablet has stereo dual speakers, which are excellent for multimedia experiences; the sound quality is exceptionally loud and clear. The speaker is very loud and clear, but don’t expect a lot of bass.
In terms of design, the realme Pad Mini has a slim form factor, measuring only 7.6mm thick, making it the thinnest tablet in its class, and weighing around 372 grams. The realme Pad Mini has an aluminum alloy body with metal frames on the sides for a premium look and feel, as well as a strong build quality. Depending on the model, there is an optional SIM tray on the left; the 4G LTE version includes a SIM tray on the left that allows you to use the SIM card on the tablet.
At the bottom of the device, you’ll find a USB Type-C port, as well as a loudspeaker and a microphone. The top side includes a second loudspeaker for stereo sound and a 3.5 mm jack for earphones and headphones. The right side has a power button and volume control, but no fingerprint scanner.
The realme Pad Mini is powered by an entry-level octa-core CPU, the Unisoc Tiger T616 SoC, which runs at 2.0 GHz. For gaming and GPU-intensive tasks, the SoC is paired with an ARM Mali-G57 clocked at 750 MHz. Because this is the same CPU as the realme C35, you can expect similar performance. The CPU outperforms the MediaTek Helio G70 slightly, and the overall performance appears to be adequate for daily use and fair for gaming.
The realme Pad Mini OS is based on Android 11, and it supports GSM/HSPA/LTE networks as well as the realme UI for Pad. The realme UI for Pad is designed for tablet use. The interface incorporates elements from the realme UI 2.0, as well as several Android features and tablet customizations.
The navigation is very fluid. The display is adequate; it can play 1080p content, which looks good in this setting. It’s very smooth and almost lag-free for gaming. With a 6400mAh mega capacity, the battery can also last a long time.
The realme Pad Mini has an 8MP rear camera shooter and a 5MP front camera. It’s good, but it’s not meant to compete with smartphones with high-end cameras. Still, you can take decent photos to post on social media. The 8-megapixel main camera has auto-focus, which aids in the capture of detailed images during the day but not at night.
The packing list included in the box was revealed during our unboxing. The realme Pad mini includes an 18W charger, an Important Info booklet, a Type-C cable, a SIM Card Tool, and a Quick Guide.
The 3GB + 32GB LTE model costs PHP 9,990, while the 4GB + 64GB 4G LTE model costs PHP 11,990.
Verdict
If you’re on a tight budget and looking for an inexpensive Android tablet with an iPad Mini-like form factor, the realme Pad Mini is a good option. It is, in fact, a downgraded version of the realme Pad, which was released in India last year.
When it comes to appearance, the Pad is made of both plastic and metal, which gives it a nice overall look. The tablet also has a matte finish that prevents it from smudging easily.
The realme Pad Mini is sufficient for daily tasks, social media browsing, and on-the-go content viewing.
Should you buy it? realme has produced a decent tablet with a decent screen and performance, but the price of the product must also be considered when evaluating this device. If you’re looking for a device that can handle day-to-day tasks and is reasonably priced with a good battery, the realme Pad Mini is the way to go.