Realme Pad 2 vs Redmi Pad 2 9.7
The Verdict
The Realme Pad 2 and Redmi Pad 2 9.7 sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. Both launched at roughly the same price ($229 vs $190), so cost is unlikely to be the deciding factor. The Redmi Pad 2 9.7 is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Realme Pad 2 stands out for 120hz display at $229 is the cheapest 120hz tablet available, 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 Realme Pad 2 if…
- →120Hz display at $229 is the cheapest 120Hz tablet available
- →11.5-inch screen is large for the price — great for media
- →8360 mAh battery lasts over 12 hours
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
Realme Pad 2
Pros
- 120Hz display at $229 is the cheapest 120Hz tablet available
- 11.5-inch screen is large for the price — great for media
- 8360 mAh battery lasts over 12 hours
- Stylus support for basic note-taking
- MicroSD expansion for additional storage
Cons
- Helio G99 is slow for demanding apps and games
- 5MP front camera is poor for video calls
- Realme's software update commitment is uncertain
- Only one storage configuration available
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 | Realme Pad 2 | Redmi Pad 2 9.7 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 (Realme UI for Pad) | — |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 507 g | — |
| Dimensions | 268.8 x 176.7 x 7.0 mm | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 12 hours video playback | — |
| Capacity | 8360 mAh | 10100mAh |
| Charging Speed | — | 33W fast charging |
| Wireless Charging | — | |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 8 MP | — |
| Front camera | 5 MP | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 11.5 inches | 9.7 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 2000 x 1200 | 2560 x 1600 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 90Hz |
| Brightness | — | 500 nits |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 128 GB | — |
| Expandable storage | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | — |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G99 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | — |
| 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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