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.
Lawrence Kovacek (verified owner) –
I had 2nd version of iPad so getting this upgrade is awesome. I like to mostly stream movies and Read News+ magazines collection. My WSJ subscription doesn’t allow me to use iPad app and not in a mood to upgrade the subscription for that purpose alone. Very happy with this buy. Didn’t get the pencil as I don’t use it for taking notes.
Ciara Hauck (verified owner) –
I have been ordering from BnH for many years and I do not recall one bad experience. Superb web-site, fast order fulfillment, great products. Re. the iPad mini – what can I say that has not been already said. Just a note: This iPad mini 5 is replacing an iPad mini 2. So, we have gotten a lot of use out of it. The mini 2 battery was giving out – not holding its charge and getting too warm.
Rosanna Johns (verified owner) –
Replaced my 2013 mini and found speed again. Wonderful.
Zackery Leuschke (verified owner) –
Arrived on time and works like a charm!
Darby McKenzie (verified owner) –
I use it every day, for everything, I even shoot videos with it, it’s great.
Amie Williamson (verified owner) –
Bought it as a flight tool. The other models are just too big to be used on my lap or connected to the yoke. This little IPad has solid performance even under heavy workloads. Got the 4G to have the GPS capabilities, and 256Gb to be able to store data connected to flight apps. Extremely happy with the purchase.
Brennon Schinner (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.
Kailyn Greenfelder (verified owner) –
Good
Augustus Sporer (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
Vincent Abshire (verified owner) –
Fast shipping
Caroline Ritchie (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.
Ray Lakin (verified owner) –
I was so pleased with the customer service person who assisted me with this over the phone purchase. It replaced an older version of an iPad mini. Visuals are so much crisper and brighter. Battery lasts much longer than older iPad. Best part was how easy it was to transfer data from the old to new. Trust me, I have very limited computer skills, but this newer version made it a breeze. Result – one happy camper!
Stefanie Satterfield (verified owner) –
Love the size of the screen. Last tablet I bought was the Nexus 7 2013, I like the iPad mini a lot better bigger screen and faster. Was debating on whether I should go with the regular iPad but glad I didn’t this is the perfect size for me. Cost is higher than the iPad but the iPad mini has a newer processor and more storage.
Aubrey Littel (verified owner) –
This is the first time that I shopped with B&H. I was so pleased and I will most definitely shop with them again and again. The price for my new mini I- Pad was lower than the ‘Big Stores’, the customer representative was courteous and knowledgeable . All my questions were answered. My I-pad arrived even sooner than expected. I’m so pleased !!! Thank you B&H
Nathanial Hills (verified owner) –
This iPad Mini is the same design as the pervious model (version 4), except it has a much faster processor and it’s compatible with the original Apple Pencil. This Mini includes a standard headphone plug and a Lightning port, like most iPads. Since it’s the same external design as the previous model, cases and screen protectors for that model fit perfectly on this one, too. So if you find items made for the iPad Mini 4, rest assured they will fit this version as well. (Don’t buy items for version 3 or below, as they won’t be a good fit.)
Lindsey Schamberger (verified owner) –
I love the mini iPad. I would usually stay away from tablet type devices because my phone would do everything a tablet would do, but I needed something a bit bigger with more processing power for my daily social media/entertainment consumption, drone flying, finance and work related activities. The mini iPad gave me that edge of multitasking with multiple applications at once.
Ray Champlin (verified owner) –
It was Christmas present for me and I’m very happy. I had good experience with B&H. Fast delivery. Thank you
Ellsworth Herman (verified owner) –
I replaced my former iPad mini. I am a big fan of the size; this is my third mini. This one is speedy and works great. I have the pencil, but haven’t played with it much yet, but it seems like a great addition.
Noemy Schaden (verified owner) –
I use Garage Band a lot and this iPad makes it easy. Having a headphone jack makes life so much easier.
Leola Bauch (verified owner) –
Exactly like the Mini4 except that it is faster, has a better display and can use the Apple pencil. Well worth the upgrade.