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The Xiaomi Redmi Pad 2 Pro is one of the most promising budget tablets of 2025. With a large display, capable performance, and massive battery, it is designed for casual users, students, and professionals who want a versatile device without paying flagship prices. Let’s explore all aspects of this tablet in detail.
Introduction: Specs Overview and Unboxing
The Redmi Pad 2 Pro features a 12.1-inch IPS LCD display with 2560 x 1600 resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and Dolby Vision support. It is available in two configurations: 6GB RAM + 128GB storage and 8GB RAM + 256GB storage. Unlike some competitors, there is currently no cellular-enabled model, making it Wi-Fi only.
The tablet ships in a standard Xiaomi package including a USB-C to USB-A cable, a 33W charger (except EU models), and a microSD ejection pin. Optional accessories like the Redmi Smart Pen and Keyboard are sold separately. In Pakistan, the 6GB + 128GB model is priced around PKR 87,000, while the 8GB + 256GB version costs about PKR 94,000.
Design and Build Quality
The Redmi Pad 2 Pro has a premium all-metal unibody design with a matte finish that resists fingerprints. It comes in Graphite Gray, Silver, and Lavender Purple. The tablet measures 279.8 x 181.7 x 7.5 mm and weighs 610 grams, slightly heavier than the original Pad Pro due to the larger battery.
The front glass is smooth and responsive, with thin but usable bezels and an 8MP front camera discreetly embedded. The rear features a two-layer camera module, housing the 8MP main camera and LED flash. The sides are equipped with four Dolby Atmos speakers, a USB-C port, a 3.5mm headphone jack, volume keys, and a microSD slot. Handling the Pad 2 Pro feels comfortable despite its size, and the tablet is suitable for video streaming, drawing, typing, or casual gaming. The matte glass version also reduces glare, making it easier to use outdoors.
Display: Large, Smooth, and Vibrant
The 12.1-inch LCD display is one of the Pad 2 Pro’s strongest points. It supports 1 billion colors, Dolby Vision, and a 120Hz refresh rate, delivering smooth animations and vibrant visuals. A matte option improves stylus experience and reduces reflections. Brightness measures 600 nits at peak and 1.9 nits at minimum, making it usable indoors and in sunlight. Viewing angles are slightly limited on the matte screen, but direct viewing remains sharp and clear. Users can switch between 60Hz, 90Hz, 120Hz, and Auto refresh rates depending on battery preferences or app requirements.
Performance: Snapdragon 7s Gen 4
The tablet is powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 (4nm) processor with an Adreno 810 GPU. The octa-core CPU is configured as 1x 2.7GHz Cortex-A720, 3x 2.4GHz Cortex-A720, and 4x 1.8GHz Cortex-A520. Performance benchmarks show a 30% improvement over the previous generation, and unlike many mid-range tablets, the CPU and GPU do not throttle under load. Multitasking is smooth with HyperOS 2, supporting split-screen apps, floating windows, and pop-up apps. Both memory versions (6GB or 8GB) handle app switching and light gaming efficiently.
The tablet also supports Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, and aptX/aptX HD audio codecs for better connectivity and media streaming.
Battery Life and Charging
The 12,000mAh battery is one of the largest in a mid-range tablet. Xiaomi claims up to 14 hours of video playback, 16 hours of reading, or 105 hours of music playback. During testing, the Pad 2 Pro achieved 12 hours 55 minutes of active use, outperforming most competitors in its class. Charging is 33W wired, and the tablet can also charge other devices at 27W reverse wired. Despite the fast charger, the large battery takes over 3 hours for a full charge.
Cameras and Audio
The Pad 2 Pro has an 8MP rear camera and an 8MP front camera, mainly intended for video calls or scanning documents. Image quality is acceptable indoors but noisy in low light. Both cameras record 1080p at 30fps, with electronic stabilization for smoother video.
The four Dolby Atmos speakers deliver clear, immersive audio. While the tablet supports volume boosts up to 300%, extreme boosts slightly distort the sound. Standard output, however, provides rich bass and clear vocals, ideal for media consumption.
Software: HyperOS 2 and AI Features
The tablet runs Android 15 with HyperOS 2, offering Workstation mode for PC-like multitasking, Google Gemini AI for content creation and smart suggestions, and deep interconnectivity with Xiaomi phones for file sharing, notifications, and clipboard sync. The stylus and keyboard can be customized with dedicated settings. HyperOS 2 looks modern and supports multi-tasking, floating windows, split-screen, and optimized gestures for the tablet form factor.
Optional Accessories
Xiaomi offers three main optional accessories for the Pad 2 Pro: the Redmi Smart Pen (PKR 12,000) for drawing or note-taking, the Keyboard Case (PKR 21,000) with detachable pen holders, and a standard protective cover with stand and stylus holder. These accessories enhance productivity, making the Pad 2 Pro a versatile device for both work and creativity.
Pros and Cons
Pros include a premium all-metal build, large display with Dolby Vision and 120Hz refresh, powerful Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset, excellent battery life, four Dolby Atmos speakers, HyperOS 2 with AI features, optional accessories, microSD slot, and 3.5mm audio jack. Cons are slow charging, no cellular connectivity, limited viewing angles on the matte screen, keyboard lacking a touchpad, and no water or dust resistance.
Verdict
The Xiaomi Redmi Pad 2 Pro is one of the best budget tablets available in Pakistan, priced at around PKR 87,000 for 6GB + 128GB and PKR 94,000 for 8GB + 256GB. Its combination of a large, vibrant screen, strong performance, and long-lasting battery makes it ideal for media consumption, casual gaming, note-taking, and productivity. With optional accessories like the Smart Pen and Keyboard, the Pad 2 Pro transforms into a versatile tool for work or creative projects. If you want a reliable, mid-range tablet without spending over PKR 100,000, this tablet is a compelling option in 2025.
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