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Apple iPad Air 13-inch (M4) vs Redmi Pad 2 9.7
Product A: Apple
99 of 168 known
Change Apple iPad Air 13-inch (M4)
Product B: Redmi
76 of 168 known
Change Redmi Pad 2 9.7
Compare the Apple iPad Air 13-inch (M4) with
103 of 160 fields differ
- 42 different values
- 61 known for one only
- 10 the same
- 47 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 101 tablets.
- BatteryA: 9,720mAhB: 7,450mAhApple is 2,270 mAh higher.
- Brightness (typical, SDR)A: 600nitsB: 500nitsApple is 100 nits higher.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AApple: 214.9 × 280.6 mm
- BRedmi: 148 × 226.5 mm
Weight
0 to 800 g
All 168 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Model numbers
GTIN / EAN
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Announced
Status
Predecessor
Apple iPad Air 13-inch (M3)17Reviewtechradar.com/tablets/ipad/embargoed-i-tested-the-ipad-air-with-m4-and-apple-just-stretched-the-value-of-the-air-even-furtherRead 30 September 2026TechRadar reviews the 13-inch iPad Air M4 and says both iPad Air sizes moved from the M3 in 2025 to the M4 in 2026.
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
Colours
Blue, Purple, Starlight, Space Gray1Maker product pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 20264Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2026/03/apple-introduces-the-new-ipad-air-powered-by-m4Read 28 September 2026
Graphite Gray, Silver1Maker product pagemi.com/at/product/redmi-pad-2-9-7-inch/specsRead 8 October 2026
Form factor
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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
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Back
Dust and water rating
IP426EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/2556300Read 28 September 2026EU regulated product information sheet or energy-label record: IP42 for the identified model. Apple does not separately market this tablet as water-resistant.13Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 30 September 2026EU regulated product information sheet or energy-label record: IP42 for the identified model. Apple does not separately market this tablet as water-resistant.16EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/smartphonestablets20231669/2556300Read 30 September 2026EU regulated product information sheet or energy-label record: IP42 for the identified model. Apple does not separately market this tablet as water-resistant.
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MIL-STD-810
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SIM
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Built-in kickstand
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Display
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Screen size
Resolution
Pixel density
264.7ppi
249ppi
Aspect ratio
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Display type
Display type (as published)
Liquid Retina display1Maker product pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 2026
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Dimming zones
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Refresh rate modes
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M4)
| Max (Hz) |
|---|
| 60 |
Max refresh rate
60Hz
120Hz
Min refresh rate
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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
Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG1Maker product pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 2026Video Playback section. Supported HDR content formats. This is playback/decoding support, not a guarantee that the built-in LCD reproduces HDR luminance.
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Fully laminated
Anti-reflection coating
Antireflective coating1Maker product pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 2026
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Screen surface
Nano-texture option
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PWM dimming frequency
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Platform
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OS at launch
Software
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Latest OS
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Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 21Maker product pagemi.com/at/product/redmi-pad-2-9-7-inch/specsRead 8 October 2026
Process
CPU cores
CPU configuration
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M4)
| Count | Core |
|---|---|
| 3 | Performance |
| 5 | Efficiency |
BRedmi Pad 2 9.7
| Count | Core |
|---|---|
| 4 | Arm Cortex-A73 |
| 4 | Arm Cortex-A53 |
Max CPU clock
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GPU
Memory
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RAM
RAM type
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Memory bandwidth
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Storage
Storage type
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Memory card
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Max card size
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Rear cameras
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Rear cameras
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M4)
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Autofocus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 12 | 1.8 | PDAF |
Source1Maker product pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 2026Camera section: 12 MP Wide, f/1.8, autofocus with Focus Pixels. Sensor size and pixel size not stated by Apple.18Maker product pagedeveloper.apple.com/library/archive/documentation/DeviceInformation/Reference/iOSDeviceCompatibility/Cameras/Cameras.htmlRead 30 September 2026Focus Pixels section: dedicated focus pixels provide depth information using phase detection. This documents the PDAF interpretation of the exact tablet maker specification, which says Autofocus with Focus Pixels.
BRedmi Pad 2 9.7
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Sensor size | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus | Sensor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 8 | 2 | 1/4 inch | 1.12 | Autofocus, mechanism not stated | GalaxyCore GC08A8-WA1XZ |
Source1Maker product pagemi.com/at/product/redmi-pad-2-9-7-inch/specsRead 8 October 20262Maker product pagemi.com/global/support/faq/details/KA-692183Read 8 October 2026Rear Camera Q4 sensor 1/4 inch, Q11 generic AF. Mechanism not specified. No inferred physical OIS absence from anti-shake mode statement. Camera Q1 explicitly GalaxyCore GC08A8-WA1XZ.
Number of rear cameras
1
1
Main camera
12MP
8MP
Flash
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Video recording
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M4)
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max frame rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 240 |
| 1280 | 720 | 30 |
BRedmi Pad 2 9.7
| 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 (M4)
| Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) |
|---|---|
| 12 | 2 |
BRedmi Pad 2 9.7
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Sensor size | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus | Sensor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 5 | 2.2 | 1/5 inch | 1.12 | Fixed | GalaxyCore GC05A2-WA1XZ |
Front camera resolution (as published)
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Front camera position
Landscape edge3Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/108043Read 28 September 202612 MP Center Stage front camera on landscape edge
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Auto framing
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Front video
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M4)
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max frame rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1080 | 60 |
BRedmi Pad 2 9.7
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max frame rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1080 | 30 |
| 1280 | 720 | 30 |
Front autofocus
Not available
No
Audio
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Number of speakers
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Speaker layout
Stereo (landscape)1Maker product pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 2026Landscape stereo speakers
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Microphones
Not available
3.5 mm jack
Audio features
Spatial Audio playback, Dolby Atmos1Maker product pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 2026Spatial Audio playback. Dolby Atmos in supported audio playback formats
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 pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 2026Cellular and Wireless section, model A3462 (13-inch Air Wi-Fi + Cellular). Exact published UMTS frequency, FDD-LTE, TDD-LTE and 5G NR tables.
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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 pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 2026Cellular and Wireless section, model A3462 (13-inch Air Wi-Fi + Cellular). Exact published UMTS frequency, FDD-LTE, TDD-LTE and 5G NR tables.
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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, n77, n78, n791Maker product pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 2026Cellular and Wireless section, model A3462 (13-inch Air Wi-Fi + Cellular). Exact published UMTS frequency, FDD-LTE, TDD-LTE and 5G NR tables.
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5G mmWave
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Max download speed
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Connectivity
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
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Bluetooth
Bluetooth codecs
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Positioning
Digital compass, Wi-Fi, iBeacon microlocation, GPS/GNSS, Cellular1Maker product pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 2026
Dual-band GNSS
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Connector
USB ports
USB speed
USB 3 (up to 10Gb/s)1Maker product pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 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 (M4)
| 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 2 9.7
| Name | Included | Charging |
|---|---|---|
| REDMI Stylus for Pad | No | None (passive) |
Source2Maker product pagemi.com/global/support/faq/details/KA-692183Read 8 October 2026Accessories Q2 names REDMI Stylus for Pad, Q3 no charging. Exact accessory manufacturer compatibility list explicitly calls it passive. No smart-pen technology, pressure levels, tilt or palm rejection inferred.4Maker product pagemi.com/uk/support/faq/details/KA-544109Read 8 October 2026Maker accessory compatibility FAQ item 24 is a POCO C1 context that explicitly identifies the same named REDMI Stylus for Pad as passive. Used only to establish accessory identity and passive technology. Direct Redmi Pad 2 9.7 compatibility comes from its own main FAQ. Optional passive pen only.
Pressure levels
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Tilt support
Yes
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Hover
Yes
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Keyboard and accessories
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Accessory connector
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Official keyboards
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M4)
| Name | Connection | Trackpad | Function row | Included |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 13-inch (M4) | Pogo pins | Yes | Yes | No |
Source4Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2026/03/apple-introduces-the-new-ipad-air-powered-by-m4Read 28 September 2026Magic Keyboard for iPad Air: trackpad, 14-key function row, connects over the Smart Connector without Bluetooth9Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mdfw4ll/a/magic-keyboard-for-ipad-air-13%E2%80%91inch-m4-us-english-whiteRead 28 September 2026Large glass trackpad, 14-key function row, USB-C pass-through charging. Backlit keys not mentioned, left out. Weight not published
BRedmi Pad 2 9.7
Not availableKeyboard with trackpad
Yes
Not available
Keyboard in box
No
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Features and sensors
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Fingerprint
Face unlock
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Sensors
Touch ID, Three-axis gyro, Accelerometer, Barometer, Ambient light sensor1Maker product pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 2026
Virtual ambient light sensor, Accelerometer, Hall sensor1Maker product pagemi.com/at/product/redmi-pad-2-9-7-inch/specsRead 8 October 2026Exact maker list retained. Review metadata gyroscope/compass claims conflict with this list and are not added.
Extra buttons
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Battery and charging
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Battery capacity
9,720mAh6EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/2556300Read 28 September 2026Rated capacity 9720 mAh13Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 30 September 2026EU product information sheet, A3461. Matching parameter in General product parameters / Repairability / Guarantee.16EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/smartphonestablets20231669/2556300Read 30 September 2026Public EPREL product record. Model A3461. Property rated Battery Capacity.
Battery capacity (typical)
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Battery energy
36.59Wh1Maker product pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 20262Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/126472Read 28 September 2026
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Claimed battery life
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M4)
| Use case | Connection | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| Web browsing | Wi-Fi | 10 |
| Video playback | Not available | 10 |
| Web browsing | Cellular | 9 |
BRedmi Pad 2 9.7
Not availableVideo playback (claimed)
10h
Not available
Wired charging
Not available
Wired charging standards
Not available
Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0, USB PD 2.02Maker product pagemi.com/global/support/faq/details/KA-692183Read 8 October 2026
Charging guidance
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Charge 0 to 50 %
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Charge 0 to 100 %
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Reverse wired
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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
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3DMark stress test stability
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AnTuTu
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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)
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 (M4)
| Test | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Notebookcheck Wi-Fi | 13.38 |
| Notebookcheck idle | 25.67 |
| Notebookcheck load | 5.07 |
BRedmi Pad 2 9.7
| Test | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Notebookcheck Wi-Fi | 16.42 |
Full charge time (measured)
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Loudspeaker loudness (measured)
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EU label and regulatory
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EU energy class
G6EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/2556300Read 28 September 202613Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 30 September 2026EU product information sheet, A3461. Matching parameter in General product parameters / Repairability / Guarantee.16EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/smartphonestablets20231669/2556300Read 30 September 2026Public EPREL product record. Model A3461. Property energy Class.
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Battery endurance per cycle (EU test)
72h6EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/2556300Read 28 September 202613Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 30 September 2026EU product information sheet, A3461. Matching parameter in General product parameters / Repairability / Guarantee.16EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/smartphonestablets20231669/2556300Read 30 September 2026Public EPREL product record. Model A3461. Property battery Endurance Per Cycle In Hours.
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Battery endurance in cycles (EU test)
1,000cycles6EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/2556300Read 28 September 20261000 cycles on the energy label13Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 30 September 2026EU product information sheet, A3461. Matching parameter in General product parameters / Repairability / Guarantee.16EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/smartphonestablets20231669/2556300Read 30 September 2026Public EPREL battery Endurance In Cycles is stored in hundreds of cycles. Verified against manufacturer product information sheet and energy label. 1000 cycles.
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Drop resistance class
E6EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/2556300Read 28 September 202613Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 30 September 2026EU product information sheet, A3461. Matching parameter in General product parameters / Repairability / Guarantee.16EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/smartphonestablets20231669/2556300Read 30 September 2026Public EPREL product record. Model A3461. Property repeated Free Fall Reliability Class.
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Repairability class
C6EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/2556300Read 28 September 202613Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 30 September 2026EU product information sheet, A3461. Matching parameter in General product parameters / Repairability / Guarantee.16EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/smartphonestablets20231669/2556300Read 30 September 2026Public EPREL product record. Model A3461. Property 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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REDMI Pad 2 9.7, USB-C cable, Quick start guide, Warranty card, SD eject tool1Maker product pagemi.com/at/product/redmi-pad-2-9-7-inch/specsRead 8 October 2026
Links
Not compared
Product page
Spec sheet
Manual
support.apple.com/guide/ipad/ipad-air-13-inch-m4-ipade5cbf6ca/ipados14Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/ipad/ipad-air-13-inch-m4-ipade5cbf6ca/ipadosRead 30 September 2026iPad User Guide, hardware chapter for this exact marketed model.
gl123.alsgp0.mi-fds.com/gl123/Redmi%20Pad/P85_REDMI%20Pad%202%209.7/Pad_P85_%E5%85%A5%E9%97%A8%E6%8C%87%E5%8D%97_%E6%AC%A7%E8%A7%8414%20%E8%AF%AD%E7%89%88_%E6%AC%A7%E8%8B%B1%E5%90%88%E5%B9%B6%E7%89%88_%E6%AC%A7%E8%A7%84EEA%E5%8E%BB%E5%85%85_20260225.pdf3Owner's manualgl123.alsgp0.mi-fds.com/gl123/Redmi%20Pad/P85_REDMI%20Pad%202%209.7/Pad_P85_%E5%85%A5%E9%97%A8%E6%8C%87%E5%8D%97_%E6%AC%A7%E8%A7%8414%20%E8%AF%AD%E7%89%88_%E6%AC%A7%E8%8B%B1%E5%90%88%E5%B9%B6%E7%89%88_%E6%AC%A7%E8%A7%84EEA%E5%8E%BB%E5%85%85_20260225.pdfRead 8 October 2026Official Xiaomi Germany exact EU quick-guide link, 48-page manufacturer PDF. English pages 3 to 5 reviewed, with safety and EU regional charging/box statements.
EPREL registration number
25563006EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/2556300Read 28 September 2026A3461 Wi-Fi. A3462 Wi-Fi + Cellular is 2556301 with the same label values16EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/smartphonestablets20231669/2556300Read 30 September 2026Public EPREL product record. Model A3461. Property eprel Registration Number.
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
1year6EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/2556300Read 28 September 2026EU: guarantee duration 12 months in EPREL. Statutory rights come on top13Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 30 September 2026EU product information sheet, A3461. Matching parameter in General product parameters / Repairability / Guarantee.
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