Xiaomi Pad 6 vs Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4
The Verdict
Xiaomi's Pad 6S Pro 12.4 dominates with a larger 12.4-inch display, superior Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, and significantly faster 120W charging versus the Pad 6's 33W. Storage expands to 1TB, RAM reaches 12GB, and the 50MP rear camera outmatches the 13MP sensor. HyperOS (Android 14) offers newer software than MIUI 14. However, the Pad 6 remains compelling for budget-conscious buyers at $349,its 11-inch 144Hz display, Snapdragon 870, and 8840mAh battery handle everyday tasks admirably. Choose the Pad 6S Pro if you need premium performance, larger screen real estate, and wireless charging. Select the Pad 6 if you prioritize value and don't require cutting-edge specs.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Xiaomi Pad 6 if…
- →Exceptional value with a 144Hz 2.8K display under $350
- →Quad speakers with Dolby Atmos tuning
- →8840 mAh battery with solid endurance
Buy the Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4 if…
- →Flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 performance
- →Large 12.4-inch 3K 144Hz display
- →Very fast 120W wired and 50W wireless charging
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Xiaomi Pad 6
Pros
- Exceptional value with a 144Hz 2.8K display under $350
- Quad speakers with Dolby Atmos tuning
- 8840 mAh battery with solid endurance
- Slim 6.51 mm aluminum chassis
- Snapdragon 870 handles everyday tasks smoothly
Cons
- No microSD card expansion
- Wi-Fi only — no cellular option
- MIUI for Pad can feel cluttered
- Snapdragon 870 lags behind flagship chips in demanding tasks
Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4
Pros
- Flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 performance
- Large 12.4-inch 3K 144Hz display
- Very fast 120W wired and 50W wireless charging
- Premium metal build under 600 g
- High-resolution 50 MP rear and 32 MP front cameras
Cons
- No cellular variant
- No microSD card slot
- MIUI/HyperOS software can feel cluttered
- Limited official global availability
Full Specifications
| Spec | Xiaomi Pad 6 | Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | MIUI 14 for Pad (Android 13) | HyperOS (Android 14) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 490 g | 590 g |
| Dimensions | 253.95 x 165.18 x 6.51 mm | 278.7 x 191.6 x 6.3 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 12 hours video playback, 33W fast charging | 120W HyperCharge wired, 50W wireless |
| Capacity | 8840 mAh | 10000 mAh |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 13 MP | 50 MP main + 2 MP depth |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP |
| Display | ||
| Size | 11 inches | 12.4 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD, Dolby Vision | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 3048 x 2032 |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 144Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 6 GB / 8 GB LPDDR5 | 8 GB / 12 GB LPDDR5X |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Cellular | ||
| Stylus Support | ||
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