Apple iPad Air M2 13-inch vs Redmi Pad 2 9.7
The Verdict
The Apple iPad Air M2 13-inch and Redmi Pad 2 9.7 sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Redmi Pad 2 9.7 is the cheaper of the two at $190 versus $799, a difference of about $609. The Redmi Pad 2 9.7 is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Apple iPad Air M2 13-inch stands out for large 13-inch display at a more affordable price than ipad pro, while Redmi Pad 2 9.7 is praised for compact 9.7-inch screen is more portable than 11-inch competitors. Use the side-by-side spec table below to compare cameras, displays, battery life and connectivity in detail and decide which one fits your priorities.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPad Air M2 13-inch if…
- →Large 13-inch display at a more affordable price than iPad Pro
- →Powerful Apple M2 chip handles demanding apps with ease
- →Landscape front camera ideal for video calls
Buy the Redmi Pad 2 9.7 if…
- →Compact 9.7-inch screen is more portable than 11-inch competitors
- →90Hz refresh rate ensures smooth scrolling and responsiveness
- →IP52 rating offers dust and water resistance for everyday protection
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad Air M2 13-inch
Pros
- Large 13-inch display at a more affordable price than iPad Pro
- Powerful Apple M2 chip handles demanding apps with ease
- Landscape front camera ideal for video calls
- Supports Apple Pencil Pro and Apple Pencil USB-C
- Wi-Fi 6E for fast wireless connectivity
Cons
- 60Hz display lacks ProMotion smoothness
- LCD panel is less vivid than the Pro's OLED
- Heavier than the 13-inch iPad Pro M4
- USB-C is not Thunderbolt
Redmi Pad 2 9.7
Pros
- Compact 9.7-inch screen is more portable than 11-inch competitors
- 90Hz refresh rate ensures smooth scrolling and responsiveness
- IP52 rating offers dust and water resistance for everyday protection
- Optional 4G LTE support for connectivity on the go
- 33W fast charging reduces downtime
Cons
- MediaTek Helio G99 offers mid-range performance, not flagship-tier
- No wireless charging despite premium positioning
- Base 4GB RAM variant may struggle with multitasking
- 10100mAh battery is modest for a 9.7-inch tablet
- Single rear camera limits photography versatility
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPad Air M2 13-inch | Redmi Pad 2 9.7 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iPadOS 17 | — |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 617 g (Wi-Fi) | — |
| Dimensions | 280.6 x 214.9 x 6.1 mm | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours web on Wi-Fi | — |
| Capacity | — | 10100mAh |
| Charging Speed | — | 33W fast charging |
| Wireless Charging | — | |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 12 MP wide | — |
| Front camera | 12 MP ultrawide (landscape) | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13 inches | 9.7 inches |
| Type | Liquid Retina LED-backlit IPS | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 2732 x 2048 | 2560 x 1600 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 90Hz |
| Brightness | — | 500 nits |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB | — |
| Expandable storage | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | — |
| Chipset | Apple M2 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB-C (USB 3, up to 10 Gbps) | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | — |
| Cellular | — | |
| Stylus Support | — | |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | — | 13MP rear |
| Front camera | — | 8MP |
| Design | ||
| Colors | — | Graphite Gray, Mint Green, Rose Gold |
| Weight | — | 595g |
| IP rating | — | IP52 |
| Performance | ||
| RAM | — | 4GB / 8GB |
| Chipset | — | MediaTek Helio G99 |
| Storage | — | 128GB / 256GB |
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