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 256GB of data, and comes in a space gray 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.
Joshua Rippin (verified owner) –
iPad mini was just what I needed. Very robust, responsive device.
Layne Bradtke (verified owner) –
Love it
Simone Larkin (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.
Alexane Schmeler (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.
Joelle Maggio (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.
Eloisa Kunze (verified owner) –
Was lucky enough to be in nyc on a job and stopped by the Mecca of photography, lighting and computing, b & h. Sales person was well informed and completely happy to spend the time to answer my questions, my hands on demo of this little iPad mini with wireless and g-4 had me going home with it……very pleased with its lightning fast computing, and gorgeous Retina display…….and with the peace of mind the AppleCare offers, i am a very happy customer.
Dewayne Hermiston (verified owner) –
I replaced an earlier Ipad mini – having cpu overload issues – DJI was taking almost all the memory to keep flying and I would have issues with freezes and lags..
Yolanda Nader (verified owner) –
BH has an excellent customer service oriented personnel to solve purchase issues promptly. They Send feedback immediately and they are willing to help customers. Thank you BH
Ernestine O’Connell (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.
Damian Rogahn (verified owner) –
Faster processor and sharper screen are well worth the admission price. Best reading device ever.
Kali Schaefer (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!
Dejon Lindgren (verified owner) –
Thank you
Cleta Feest (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.
Annabel Greenholt (verified owner) –
Love…My travel go to buddy.
Floyd Davis (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.
Andy Pfeffer (verified owner) –
The iPad mini is a great device for both work and having fun.
Emile Ankunding (verified owner) –
This is a great alternative to DJI controller for flying a drone. With a sun hood it is bright enough to use in sunny conditions. Still not as bright as the DJI screens but I’ve had a good experience using it. And there’s also the added bonus of it being a tablet. Would highly recommend if on the fence.
Rhoda Schuppe (verified owner) –
B & H Photo had the best price on the iPad we purchased and also delivered it quickly and in good condition.
Gretchen Wintheiser (verified owner) –
This is a great iPad and the perfect size for someone who doesn’t always use it. This is also perfect for aviators and pilots. This is the perfect size for pilots starting out as it fits perfectly in the cockpit of any general aviation planes.
Anastasia Kulas (verified owner) –
I have to admit I was a bit hesitant in buying a mini iPad thinking the screen would be a bit small for watching movies or browsing the web. It isn’t! It is sharp clear and just the right size to hold in one hand. Super fast and lightweight. It easily fits into my purse without any bulkiness! I am very happy with this mini.