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 0.68 pounds, can store up to 64GB of data, and comes in a silver 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. If you don’t have access to Wi-Fi, this iPad can also achieve network connectivity using integrated 4G LTE technology.
This iPad comes preloaded with iOS. Please check your device settings for the latest available update.
Tianna Pouros (verified owner) –
I went from a regular iPad to the mini so it would be more portable and I don’t regret it. There’s a little sacrifice of screen size, but it’s worth it. If you need to do a lot of typing on the screen I’d recommend the full size one, but for my use, this one is perfect.
Diego Torphy (verified owner) –
Perfect for my professional stuff on-the-go (mostly video and audio production, graphic design etc.) Worth every penny!
Andre Maggio (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.
Kasandra Simonis (verified owner) –
Old iPad was a 1st generation and sorely needed an update. This has more memory a faster processor and a sharper screen.
Krystina Beer (verified owner) –
Peppy, responsive, and great LTE reception. We have used a number of tablets for driver dispatch, and this one leads the pack.
Chris Kuhlman (verified owner) –
Faster processor and sharper screen are well worth the admission price. Best reading device ever.
Tiana Luettgen (verified owner) –
Cannot depend on hotel or airport connectivity overseas. Using the iPhone hot spot only discharges the iPhone’s battery. This is my best option. Works as advertised.
Millie Douglas (verified owner) –
I love my mini 4, but it’s a little long in the tooth for some of the apps I use. Bingo, along comes mini 5 addressing all those problems. Way more speed, great screen for both clarity and brightness, and with 256 gigs of memory it’s going to take a while to fill that up. I use this for my music apps and my flight apps, and I kept the 4 as a backup, but I doubt I’ll be needing it.
Leanne Block (verified owner) –
Excellent product!
Garret Gaylord (verified owner) –
The other reviews are right – it’s fast, has a lovely screen, and just works.
Enrico Goldner (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.
Samanta Dietrich (verified owner) –
8 year old iPad quit working. Upgraded from 32 to this 256. Lots of improvements and memory! Shop B&H first.
Sandrine Douglas (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.
Ramon Stiedemann (verified owner) –
Great display and ease of use. Adequate size; not too big or too small. Perfect for what I want to use it for. Extremely light.
Raven Kreiger (verified owner) –
I have an iPad mini 3 and have been wanting to upgrade for awhile. I purchased the 4 in December on sale but it felt sluggish. The 5 is almost perfect upgrade. This size if perfect for reading. Love the pencil support. I do miss Face ID as I have of on my iPhone XS.
Dameon Olson (verified owner) –
It is for my daughter, she just love it, absolutely a great product. I have a mini 3, this one is far better than previous versions, working fast, nicer display. Thanks for B&H’s fast shipping.
Sylvan Mohr (verified owner) –
Great product as usual from Apple, even better though, great service from B&H Photo and Video. Order a few times from the site with no issues!! Thanks B&H
Francesco Wisoky (verified owner) –
I bought a Mini I Pad from B & H but haven’t opened it yet because it’s a Christmas present for my wife. I’ve bought many items through B & H and I commend their great service.
Justyn Hettinger (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.
Jettie Graham (verified owner) –
Really fast, love the size, sharp screen. Great.