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Apple iPad Air 13-inch (M2) vs Redmi Pad Pro
Product A: Apple
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Product B: Redmi
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107 of 160 fields differ
- 55 different values
- 52 known for one only
- 14 the same
- 39 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 101 tablets.
- Brightness (typical, SDR)A: 600nitsB: 500nitsApple is 100 nits higher.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AApple: 214.9 × 280.6 mm
- BRedmi: 181.9 × 280 mm
Weight
0 to 800 g
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Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Model numbers
GTIN / EAN
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Announced
Status
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Predecessor
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Successor
Apple iPad Air 13-inch (M3)19Press articlebgr.com/reviews/apple-ipad-air-m3-review-predictably-greatRead 23 October 2026BGR reviews the 13-inch iPad Air M3 and says it updates the previous generation iPad Air from an M2 chip to an M3 chip.20Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/ipad/ipad-air-faq/differences-between-ipad-air-m2-ipad-air-m3.htmlRead 23 October 2026EveryMac says the iPad Air M3 models were released in 2025 as replacements for the iPad Air M2 line.
Redmi Pad 2 Pro10Reviewgsmarena.com/redmi_pad_2_pro_leaks_in_promo_images_here_are_its_specs-news-69578.phpRead 23 October 2026GSMArena says Redmi is about to introduce the Pad 2 Pro as the successor to the original Redmi Pad Pro from last year.11Reviewnotebookcheck.net/An-affordable-and-large-tablet-with-an-Android-20-guarantee-Xiaomi-Redmi-Pad-2-Pro-review.1177921.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Notebookcheck's Redmi Pad 2 Pro review calls the tablet the successor and compares it with its predecessor, the Redmi Pad Pro.
Launch price (US)
$7993Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2024/05/apple-unveils-the-redesigned-11-inch-and-all-new-13-inch-ipad-air-with-m2Read 5 October 2026Original US launch starts at USD 799 Wi-Fi or USD 949 cellular for 128 GB. Tax is excluded. Higher tiers are not inferred from later stores.15Maker spec sheet (PDF)tdsynnex.com/na/us/apple/wp-content/uploads/sites/49/2024/08/iPad-Air-First-Look-1.pdfRead 5 October 2026Original Apple-copyright May 2024 First Look one-page sheet, hosted by distributor. Apple Retail price (U.S.) row explicitly gives 799/899/1099/1299 Wi-Fi and 949/1049/1249/1449 cellular for 128/256/512 GB and 1 TB in matching order. This is launch maker MSRP, not distributor current pricing.
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Launch price (EU)
Markets
US, DE3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2024/05/apple-unveils-the-redesigned-11-inch-and-all-new-13-inch-ipad-air-with-m2Read 5 October 20265Press releaseapple.com/de/newsroom/2024/05/apple-unveils-the-redesigned-11-inch-and-all-new-13-inch-ipad-air-with-m2Read 5 October 2026
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Colours
Blue, Purple, Starlight, Space Gray1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119893Read 5 October 20263Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2024/05/apple-unveils-the-redesigned-11-inch-and-all-new-13-inch-ipad-air-with-m2Read 5 October 202615Maker spec sheet (PDF)tdsynnex.com/na/us/apple/wp-content/uploads/sites/49/2024/08/iPad-Air-First-Look-1.pdfRead 5 October 2026
Graphite Gray, Mint Green, Ocean Blue1Maker product pagemi.com/global/product/redmi-pad-pro/specsRead 20 October 2026
Form factor
OS updates promised
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Security updates promised
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Security updates until
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Body
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Height
Width
Thickness
Weight
Frame
Front
Corning Gorilla Glass 31Maker product pagemi.com/global/product/redmi-pad-pro/specsRead 20 October 2026
Back
Dust and water rating
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MIL-STD-810
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SIM
Not available
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Built-in kickstand
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Display
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Screen size
Resolution
Pixel density
264.7ppi
249.5ppi
Aspect ratio
Display type
Display type (as published)
Liquid Retina display1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119893Read 5 October 2026
Dimming zones
Not available
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Refresh rate modes
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M2)
| Mode | Max (Hz) | Variable |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 60 | No |
BRedmi Pad Pro
| Mode | Min (Hz) | Max (Hz) | Variable |
|---|---|---|---|
| AdaptiveSync | 30 | 120 | Yes |
Max refresh rate
60Hz
120Hz
Min refresh rate
Not available
30Hz
Brightness (typical, SDR)
Peak brightness
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Full-screen HDR brightness
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Contrast ratio
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Colour depth
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DCI-P3 coverage
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HDR playback formats
Fully laminated
Anti-reflection coating
Antireflective coating1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119893Read 5 October 2026
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Screen surface
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Nano-texture option
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PWM dimming frequency
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Platform
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OS at launch
iPadOS 173Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2024/05/apple-unveils-the-redesigned-11-inch-and-all-new-13-inch-ipad-air-with-m2Read 5 October 2026Original launch describes iPadOS 17. Later measured firmware is separately qualified.15Maker spec sheet (PDF)tdsynnex.com/na/us/apple/wp-content/uploads/sites/49/2024/08/iPad-Air-First-Look-1.pdfRead 5 October 2026
Software
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Latest OS
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Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 21Maker product pagemi.com/global/product/redmi-pad-pro/specsRead 20 October 2026
Process
CPU cores
CPU configuration
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M2)
| Count | Core |
|---|---|
| 4 | Performance |
| 4 | Efficiency |
BRedmi Pad Pro
| Count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Arm Cortex-A78 | 2.4 |
| 4 | Arm Cortex-A55 | 1.95 |
Max CPU clock
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2.4GHz
GPU
Memory
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RAM
RAM type
Not available
Memory bandwidth
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Storage
128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119893Read 5 October 2026Marketed 1 TB represented as decimal 1000 GB. Maker footnote defines 1 TB as one trillion bytes. Usable capacity is lower.15Maker spec sheet (PDF)tdsynnex.com/na/us/apple/wp-content/uploads/sites/49/2024/08/iPad-Air-First-Look-1.pdfRead 5 October 2026
Storage type
Memory card
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Rear cameras
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Rear cameras
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M2)
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Autofocus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 12 | 1.8 | PDAF |
Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119893Read 5 October 202612 MP Wide f/1.8 with Autofocus with Focus Pixels. Apple camera documentation defines Focus Pixels as phase detection. The lens cover is not the display front.13Maker product pagedeveloper.apple.com/library/archive/documentation/DeviceInformation/Reference/iOSDeviceCompatibility/Cameras/Cameras.htmlRead 5 October 2026Apple explicitly explains Focus Pixels as phase-detection autofocus. Exact tablet camera specification independently says Autofocus with Focus Pixels.
BRedmi Pad Pro
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Sensor size | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus | Field of view | Sensor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 8 | 2 | 1/4-inch | 1.12 | Autofocus, mechanism not stated | 77.3° | GalaxyCore GC08A3 |
Number of rear cameras
1
1
Main camera
12MP
8MP
Flash
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Video recording
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M2)
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max frame rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 240 |
| 1280 | 720 | 30 |
BRedmi Pad Pro
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max frame rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1080 | 30 |
| 1280 | 720 | 30 |
Max video resolution
3840 × 2160px
1920 × 1080px
Video HDR
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Video formats
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LiDAR scanner
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Front camera
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Front cameras
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M2)
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrawide | 12 | 2 |
Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119893Read 5 October 202612 MP f/2 Ultra Wide on the landscape edge. Exact model identification confirms the lens role. No f/2.4 from review metadata is copied.2Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/108043Read 5 October 2026Exact iPad Air 13-inch (M2) section identifies Ultra Wide camera on the landscape edge.
BRedmi Pad Pro
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Sensor size | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 8 | 2.28 | 1/4-inch | 1.12 | Fixed |
Front camera resolution (as published)
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Front camera position
Front video
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M2)
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max frame rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1080 | 60 |
BRedmi Pad Pro
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max frame rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1080 | 30 |
| 1280 | 720 | 30 |
Front autofocus
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No
Audio
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Number of speakers
Speaker layout
Stereo (landscape)1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119893Read 5 October 2026
Stereo speakers
Microphones
3.5 mm jack
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Audio features
Landscape stereo speakers, Spatial Audio playback, Dolby Atmos1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119893Read 5 October 2026
Network
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Cellular
Network
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2G bands
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3G bands
850 MHz, 900 MHz, 1700/2100 MHz, 1900 MHz, 2100 MHz1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119893Read 5 October 2026Exact A2899 model in shared family table. UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA frequencies are repeated in cellular rows only.
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4G bands
B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B11, B12, B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B20, B21, B25, B26, B28, B29, B30, B32, B66, B71, B34, B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B481Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119893Read 5 October 2026Exact A2899 FDD and TDD LTE bands combined and repeated in each cellular row.
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5G bands
n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n14, n20, n25, n26, n28, n29, n30, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n70, n71, n75, n76, n77, n78, n791Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119893Read 5 October 2026Exact A2899 NR list includes n76. No newer-generation modem list is substituted.
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5G mmWave
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Max download speed
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Modem
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Connectivity
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
Bluetooth
Bluetooth codecs
SBC, AAC, LDAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive1Maker product pagemi.com/global/product/redmi-pad-pro/specsRead 20 October 2026Specs tab: AAC/LDAC/SBC/aptX/aptX-HD/aptX-adaptive.
NFC
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Positioning
Digital compass, Wi-Fi, iBeacon microlocation, GPS/GNSS, Cellular1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119893Read 5 October 2026Compass, Wi-Fi and iBeacon for all radios. GPS/GNSS and cellular positioning apply only to cellular rows. Every row lists its own methods.
Dual-band GNSS
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Connector
USB ports
USB speed
USB 3 (up to 10Gb/s)1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119893Read 5 October 2026
Thunderbolt
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Video out over USB
Max external display
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Stylus
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Stylus
Compatible styluses
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M2)
| Name | Included | Tilt | Hover | Haptics | Charging |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Pencil Pro | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Magnetic, on the device |
| Apple Pencil (USB-C) | No | Yes | Yes | No | USB-C |
BRedmi Pad Pro
| Name | Included | Pressure levels | Charging |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redmi Smart Pen | No | 4,096 | USB-C |
Pressure levels
Not available
4,096
Tilt support
Yes
Not available
Hover
Yes
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Keyboard and accessories
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Accessory connector
Smart Connector1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119893Read 5 October 20267Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-euro/guide/ipad/ipad050d3a0b/ipadosRead 5 October 2026
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Official keyboards
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M2)
| Name | Connection | Trackpad | Backlit | Function row | Included |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 13-inch | Pogo pins | Yes | Yes | Not available | No |
| Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 13-inch (2025) | Pogo pins | Yes | Not available | Yes | No |
Source3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2024/05/apple-unveils-the-redesigned-11-inch-and-all-new-13-inch-ipad-air-with-m2Read 5 October 2026Original launch explicitly lists compatible Magic Keyboard with trackpad, sold separately. The newer 2025 Air keyboard is separately sourced and requires newer software.10Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/108983Read 5 October 2026Maker instruction identifies Smart Connector contacts on the tablet and keyboard. Existing pogo_pins option represents these physical contact connections. Keyboard USB-C is pass-through charging, not a second tablet data port.15Maker spec sheet (PDF)tdsynnex.com/na/us/apple/wp-content/uploads/sites/49/2024/08/iPad-Air-First-Look-1.pdfRead 5 October 202616Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/122273Read 5 October 20262025 13-inch Air keyboard explicitly compatible with M2 and requires iPadOS 18.3 or later. Glass trackpad and 14-key function row verified. Backlighting is not stated in this document, so its row omits that attribute. Launch-compatible keyboard is separately sourced by original release.
BRedmi Pad Pro
| Name | Connection | Trackpad | Backlit | Included |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redmi Pad Pro Keyboard | Bluetooth | No | No | No |
Keyboard with trackpad
Yes
No
Keyboard in box
No
No
Features and sensors
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Fingerprint
Face unlock
Not available
Sensors
Touch ID, Three-axis gyro, Accelerometer, Barometer, Ambient light sensor1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119893Read 5 October 2026
Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Ambient light sensor, Color temperature sensor, Electronic compass, Hall sensor1Maker product pagemi.com/global/product/redmi-pad-pro/specsRead 20 October 2026Specs tab verbatim list.
Extra buttons
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Battery and charging
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Battery capacity
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Battery capacity (typical)
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Battery energy
Claimed battery life
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M2)
| Use case | Connection | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| Web browsing | Wi-Fi | 10 |
| Video playback | Not available | 10 |
| Web browsing | Cellular | 9 |
BRedmi Pad Pro
| Use case | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Video playback | 12.1 |
| Reading | 15.1 |
| Standby | 813.6 |
Video playback (claimed)
10h
12.1h
Wired charging
Not available
Wired charging standards
Quick Charge 3+, Quick Charge 3.0, Quick Charge 2.0, USB PD 3.0, USB PD 2.0, Mi FC 1.02Maker product pagemi.com/global/support/faq/details/KA-167126Read 20 October 2026Battery Q3: QC3+, QC3.0, QC2.0, PD3.0, PD2.0 and MI FC1.0.
Charging guidance
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Charge 0 to 50 %
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Charge 0 to 100 %
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Charger in box
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Included charger
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Measured
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Geekbench 6 single-core
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Geekbench 6 multi-core
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Geekbench 6 GPU
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3DMark Wild Life Extreme
3DMark stress test stability
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AnTuTu
Manual SDR brightness (measured)
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Brightness with auto (measured)
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HDR brightness (measured)
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Contrast ratio (measured)
Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)
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Reflections (measured)
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PWM dimming (measured)
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PWM up to brightness (measured)
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Stylus latency (measured)
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Battery life (measured)
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Battery tests (measured)
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M2)
| Test | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Notebookcheck idle | 25.32 |
| Notebookcheck Wi-Fi | 12.85 |
| Notebookcheck video | 13.05 |
| Notebookcheck load | 4.53 |
BRedmi Pad Pro
Not availableFull charge time (measured)
Loudspeaker loudness (measured)
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EU label and regulatory
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EU energy class
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Battery endurance per cycle (EU test)
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Battery endurance in cycles (EU test)
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Drop resistance class
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Repairability class
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SAR body (US)
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In the box
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In the box
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Tablet Computer, USB Type-C Cable, Quick Start Guide, Warranty Card, SD Card Eject Tool1Maker product pagemi.com/global/product/redmi-pad-pro/specsRead 20 October 2026UK specs tab package contents. The global specs tab also lists an adapter, so the box differs by region.
Links
Not compared
Product page
Spec sheet
support.apple.com/en-us/1198931Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119893Read 5 October 2026Complete maker specification sheet is this exact-generation support document.15Maker spec sheet (PDF)tdsynnex.com/na/us/apple/wp-content/uploads/sites/49/2024/08/iPad-Air-First-Look-1.pdfRead 5 October 2026
Manual
support.apple.com/en-euro/guide/ipad/ipad050d3a0b/ipados7Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-euro/guide/ipad/ipad050d3a0b/ipadosRead 5 October 2026Current original iPad User Guide hardware chapter for exact iPad Air 13-inch (M2). The connector diagram names a single USB-C port and Smart Connector. Touch ID is integrated into the top button. Generic alternate diagram SIM text is not substituted for exact eSIM-only technical specifications.
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EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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