Built with the same form factor as the iPad mini 4, but up to three time more processing power, the 7.9″ iPad mini from Apple has been upgraded with the A12 Bionic chip with Neural Engine, a 7.9″ Retina display with True Tone, and Apple Pencil support, so you can sketch and jot down ideas as they come to you. This iPad mini is just 0.24″ thin, weighs 0.66 pounds, can store up to 256GB of data, and comes in a gold finish.
The tablet’s 7.9″ Retina Display features a native resolution of 2048 x 1536, showing over 3 million pixels at 326 ppi. It also features support for the P3 wide color gamut, an anti-reflective coating with 1.8% reflectivity, 500 cd/m2 brightness, and True Tone, which dynamically adjusts white balance for more natural looking images. The Retina Display’s capacitive touchscreen lets you utilize all the multi-touch gestures of iOS.
The mini is driven by Apple’s 64-bit A12 Bionic processor with Neural Engine, which allows it to use real-time machine learning to recognize patterns, make predictions, and learn from experience. All of this lets you run apps like Adobe Photoshop CC, experience augmented reality, or play games with immersive graphics.
Accompanied by the A12 chip is the M12 motion coprocessor, which measures the motion of the iPad via the accelerometer, three-axis gyroscope, and compass, lightening the load of the A12 Bionic chip and freeing it up to process multiple tasks while enabling it to maintain fast performance. The iPad mini may have the Retina Display, but it still manages to maintain its 10-hour battery life. That’s because the A12 chip isn’t just more powerful; it’s also more efficient.
The iPad mini comes with iOS and Touch ID. Designed for the iPad, iOS features News, enhanced multitasking, a shortcut bar, editing tools, updated multi-touch gestures, and more. Touch ID uses your fingerprint to unlock your device as well as make secure purchases in iTunes, iBooks, the App Store, and more via Apple Pay.
Thanks to Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) and Bluetooth 5.0, the iPad mini can connect to your network and integrate with iCloud, so you can sync your iPad mini to your other iOS devices and Mac computers. Push photos, download apps, and continue from where you left off in iBooks with iCloud. iCloud also offers cloud storage so you can back up your contacts, photos, and important documents to Apple’s cloud servers. You can also restore your iPad mini to a previous state using iCloud.
This iPad comes preloaded with iOS. Please check your device settings for the latest available update.
Jaren Lueilwitz (verified owner) –
I’m enjoying the latest version of the iPad mini. It was delivered ahead of schedule in perfect condition. The price was competitive as well.
Adonis Schulist (verified owner) –
Love it, size is handy. I use it mostly for reading via kindle app. Downloads are much faster than any tablet I have had, even faster than my 10.5 iPad Pro. It is a much handier size to carry and will get the most use. I got the wi-fi only model as my cell phone carrier now provides free wi-fi hotspot service and that works great. I work part time doing pharmacy relief work, so it is much easier to connect via my hotspot, and check on future scheduling than trying to read and send confirmations on my iPhone.
Orval Harris (verified owner) –
I use this in place of a phone, and for me it’s just about perfect. I like that it still has a headphone jack, and I hate the idea of face id. With IpadOS, 256gb and up-to-date internals, it’s 10x the device my Mini 2 was.
Jordy Murphy (verified owner) –
Faster processor and sharper screen are well worth the admission price. Best reading device ever.
Kelsie Ziemann (verified owner) –
Replaced my 2013 mini and found speed again. Wonderful.
Sigmund Swift (verified owner) –
The other reviews are right – it’s fast, has a lovely screen, and just works.
Raoul Hackett (verified owner) –
I love the iPad because for me is an excellent size and I can use this device for a lot of things of my daily life. The weight is great and the colors are good
Frederic Shanahan (verified owner) –
I have used ipad minis for a long time. The newest one is much faster that the mini4. As always very satisfied with it.
Anabel Willms (verified owner) –
The mini is sized just right. My magazine subscriptions are quite easily read. MY purchased videos/films look wonderful. PDF files are fine. My Office 365 subscription works fine. Works great with my iPhone hotspot that I use in hotels for security. Changing the device name was simple so my personal name is not tracked by Bluetooth where ever. I am delighted with the device.
Jovani Hahn (verified owner) –
This Mini is used for storing and playing music files for my PianoDisc player and for FaceTime. It handles these tasks perfectly. I’d rather have any other color but this one was available. It’a white, not silver.
Cora Schmeler (verified owner) –
IPadOS is a huge upgrade for the ipads. Adds some great new software features. The ability to use the Pencil 1 or the Logitech Crayon with the mini is epic for note taking or sketching. The device itself is light but sturdy. Screen is bright and the battery is great. Love it. Anyone who needs a tablet and thinks the regular iPad is too big should definitely go with a mini. Its rock solid and a great device to use.
Elmo Dach (verified owner) –
I fly drones and need a screen bigger than a cell phone. The iPad mini works great for that purpose. I’ve been using a mini4, but when I saw that the 5 has almost 3X the computing power and I could get it with 256 gigs of memory I jumped. Brighter screen, no video lag or dropouts, and fits in the same Otterbox case as the 4, it’s a monster. Plus when I gig with it it has a dedicated 3.5 audio jack which adapts into my PA. This tablet is now my go to for both music and flight.
Amalia Emard (verified owner) –
B&Delivered the IPAD in the blink of an eyelash. However, Apple seems to think customers must be up to THEIR standards. They include NO instructions. They do not include any information on what is in the box. You have to guess at what every button does. Their packaging can look like containers that MIGHT contain a easy start sheet. It took us a long time to get it up and running because of their requirement that customers thoroughly study their product before purchasing it. I, on the other hand, write thorough manuals for the products I manufacture.
Thea Stamm (verified owner) –
I love my mini iPad, it is fast. It has all the features I need to run my business on the go. It’s lite and large enough screen to perform any task I want. Great product.
Winnifred Macejkovic (verified owner) –
This is my 2nd purchase from B&H for Apple electronics. It is a great company! When I ordered the iPad, the first one I received did not work quite right. I contacted B&H, and they quickly processed my exchange. My previous iPad was the Mini 2, which lasted for several years. This one of course has some great upgrades. It has amazing clarity and is lightning fast. I primarily use it for reading and video and am highly satisfied with my purchase.
Yasmeen Johnston (verified owner) –
Good
Maximilian Kutch (verified owner) –
Works wonderfully. No glitches. Provides opportunity to work w drawing apps. Perfect for overseas travel. Very dynamic.
Deanna Armstrong (verified owner) –
I wanted an iPad but I needed it to be small and portable for my work. Conventional iPads are too big and a cellphone is just too small. The iPad mini is just the perfect fit for my needs! It has a super clear screen and I just live how it handles! I am son glad I got this!
Tobin Moen (verified owner) –
I needed a light and portable way to showcase my work when I’m meeting with potential clients and this ipad definitely does the trick! Super easy to use and allows me to customize apps, etc. Great purchase.
Jaylen Boyer (verified owner) –
It was time to replace my iPad Air 2, I wanted something smaller and lighter. The iPad mini has the perfect size and weight.