Priced at around €500, the Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro sits in a very competitive segment. Its strengths lie in its solid performance and battery life, but is that enough to stand out?
Sober design and comfortable to use
With its flat, slim edges, the tablet adopts a modern look without overdoing it. The back features a square camera module reminiscent of Xiaomi smartphones, with a simple style. The slightly offset USB‑C port remains ergonomic. Its well-balanced 500 g weight provides a good grip. The four speakers deliver immersive sound, and compatibility with a keyboard or stylus (sold separately) broadens how you can use it.
A sharp display but limited HDR
The 3.2K LCD display, 11.2″ at 144 Hz, impresses with its smoothness. In saturated mode, Delta E reaches 1.86, ensuring accurate colour reproduction. DCI‑P3 (104%) and BT.2020 (70%) coverage are excellent. However, HDR brightness tops out at 900 cd/m² and the contrast ratio of 1295:1 lags behind OLED panels.
HyperOS interface: practical but cluttered
Running HyperOS 2, the layout is optimised for landscape use with an efficient multitasking dock. Navigation is smooth, but the many preinstalled apps weigh down the experience. Even so, Xiaomi avoids software duplication and offers an interface that is overall pleasant to use.
Snapdragon 8s Gen 3: controlled power
The Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 and 12 GB of RAM allow for versatile use: productivity, light video editing, and games like Fortnite at 60 FPS. The 512 GB version provides plenty of room for large files. Occasional slowdowns only appear with complex video rendering.
Camera: design that misleads
The camera module gives the impression of four sensors, but only the 50 MP JN1 is actually active. Images are acceptable in good light, but quality drops with digital zoom > 2x or in low light. For scanning documents, though, it does the job.
Efficient battery life and charging
With two days of battery life under moderate use and a full charge in 1h15, the tablet easily meets everyday needs. Its battery, estimated at 10,000 mAh, offers good long-term endurance, despite inevitable wear over time.
Conclusion: good value for money
At €529 for 256 GB, the Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro delivers a smooth display, solid performance and long battery life. Compared with the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE and Honor Pad 9, it remains competitive despite a neutral design and slightly misleading camera module.
Replacing the battery to extend its lifespan
Over the years, a battery’s capacity drops. To extend the life of your device, choose a high-quality replacement battery suitable for your model. You can find a reliable, long-lasting battery on www.batterylaptop.co.uk.
