Xiaomi has introduced its first compact tablet under the Redmi brand, the Redmi K Pad, featuring an 8.8-inch display and a premium, portable design. Aimed at gamers, students, and productivity-focused users, the tablet was unveiled during the company’s Smart Ecosystem event in China, launching alongside the Mix Flip 2 and Redmi K80 Ultra.
Redmi K Pad Specifications
The Redmi K Pad features an 8.8-inch LCD panel with a 3008×1880 resolution and a 16:10 aspect ratio. The custom 3K screen supports a variable 165Hz refresh rate and a 372Hz touch sampling rate, delivering smooth visual performance for gaming and multimedia.
The panel reaches 700 nits peak brightness and includes DC dimming, HDR10, HDR Vivid, and Dolby Vision support. Xiaomi uses Real RGB pixel arrangement and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 for protection, while TÜV Rheinland triple certifications and S++ eye-care grading ensure reduced flicker and blue light emissions.
The Redmi K Pad is powered by MediaTek’s 3nm Dimensity 9400+ chipset, featuring an octa-core CPU with peak speeds of up to 3.73GHz and an Immortalis-G925 MC12 GPU. It also includes Xiaomi’s Rage Engine 4.0, which fine-tunes system-level performance and efficiency.
The K Pad adopts Android’s first center-placed SoC layout, moving the heat source away from grip zones and allowing more uniform thermal control. It also uses a massive 12,050mm² aluminum alloy vapor chamber to sustain high performance, even during extended gaming sessions at 3K resolution.
The tablet runs HyperOS 2 based on Android 15, offering a clean UI and full support for Xiaomi’s connected ecosystem. It supports PC-level productivity apps, remote PC access, and seamless integration with Apple devices for cross-platform use cases.
On the rear, the K Pad houses a 13MP OV13B sensor with f/2.2 aperture and PDAF. The front camera uses an 8MP OV08D sensor for video calls and selfies. Both cameras are tuned for basic imaging and conferencing needs.
The device is equipped with a 7,500mAh battery that supports 67W wired fast charging. It features Xiaomi’s “Bypass Charging Plus” system, which lets users power the device directly from the charger while gaming, helping to minimize heat generation. The battery is TÜV SÜD certified to maintain 80% of its capacity after 1,800 charging cycles.
The tablet comes equipped with a quad-ring symmetrical dual-speaker system that is 78% louder and 15% thinner than previous designs. It supports Dolby Atmos and features dual USB-C ports for enhanced flexibility.
There’s also a tri-antenna concurrent connectivity setup for improved Wi-Fi 7 stability and lower latency during online gaming. It also includes large X-axis linear motors for more immersive haptic feedback, while the all-metal unibody design contributes to both durability and a premium in-hand experience.
Pricing and Availability
The Redmi K Pad is available in three colors: Spruce Green, Smoky Purple, and Deep Black. It comes in five memory variants:
- 8GB + 256GB: 2,799 yuan (~$390)
- 12GB + 256GB: 3,099 yuan (~$430)
- 12GB + 512GB: 3,399 yuan (~$470)
- 16GB + 512GB: 3,599 yuan (~$495)
- 16GB + 1TB: 4,199 yuan (~$590)
The tablet is now up for sale in China.
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