Xiaomi Pad 9 and Pad 9 Pro: Full Specs, Leaks, and How They Compare to the iPad Pro

Both models are expected to use the same 11.2-inch LCD panel rather than an OLED display . RAM and storage configurations are not yet confirmed, but early leaks suggest the Pro variant could offer 12 GB or 16 GB of RAM and up to 512 GB of storage .

How the Xiaomi Pad 9 series compares to the iPad Pro (M4)

The most direct competitor for a flagship Android tablet is Apple's 11-inch iPad Pro with the M4 chip. Here is how the leaked specs match up:

• Display: The iPad Pro 11" uses a Tandem OLED panel with 120 Hz ProMotion, offering superior contrast, deeper blacks, and better HDR performance than the Pad 9 series' LCD . Xiaomi's 3.2K LCD at 144 Hz is strong for its price bracket but cannot match OLED quality for media consumption or professional creative work.
• Battery and Charging: The Pad 9's 9,720 mAh battery has a larger physical capacity than the iPad Pro 11" (approximately 8,370 mAh or 31.29 watt-hours) . However, the M4 chip is more power-efficient, so real-world endurance may be comparable. Xiaomi has a clear advantage in charging speed: the Pad 9 Pro's 67W wired charging drastically outpaces the iPad Pro's approximately 30W charging .
• Performance: The Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (in the Pro model) will be competitive with the best Android chips, but the Apple M4 still leads in single-core CPU and GPU performance, especially for pro creative workloads .
• Software and Ecosystem: HyperOS 3 vs. iPadOS. Apple's ecosystem, optimized pro apps, and long-term support (6–7 years of updates) remain key advantages .

Certification and announcement status

• 3C Certification: The standard Pad 9 (model M656BA, 45W) and the Pad 9 Pro (model 2612CRPFFC, 67W) have both cleared China's 3C certification, confirming their charging specifications .
• MIIT Certification: Both the Pad 9 Pro and a separate Pad 8S Pro have also passed MIIT certification in China, suggesting the launch is imminent .
• Expected Launch: The series is widely expected to launch in China in August 2026, with a global rollout likely to follow .
• No Official Announcement: As of August 10, 2026, Xiaomi has not made any formal product announcements or set a confirmed launch date.

Important note: All specifications remain unconfirmed leaks unless directly verified by official certification listings (charging speeds and model numbers are the most reliable data points). Chip specifics, exact display refresh rates, and HyperOS version details are still unconfirmed by Xiaomi.