Xiaomi’s budget tablet lineup is on the cusp of a revival after nearly three years of inactivity with the expected release of the Xiaomi Redmi Pad 2. The refreshed Android tablet, which is meant to be both inexpensive and functional, comes with subtle design changes and a significant upgrade in hardware—thus, it is a great option in the lower segment below €300.
📱 Sleek Yet Familiar Design with Modern Touches Xiaomi Redmi Pad 2
Xiaomi has not departed from the original concept at all. The Redmi Pad 2 is a highly compact device made of aluminum. The device still has the signature features of the original such as the flat-edge frame and the square corners. Additionally, a new pill-shaped camera island on the back makes the device look slightly different from its predecessor.
The screen is all about the 11-inch LCD that is enclosed with bezels of reasonable width, a feature that supports its standing as an easily affordable gadget. Certainly, the display, although not without bezels, is yet enough for browsing, watching content, and getting your work done.
- Material: The body is made of aluminum
- Design: Edges made flat, corner angles are squared
- Color Options (Expected): Dark gray, mint green, moonlight silver
🔍 Display: 90Hz 2.5K LCD for Seamless Visuals
At the core of the Redmi Pad 2 is a 2.5K (1600 x 2560 pixels) LCD panel with a 90Hz refresh rate. This is a major step in speed that the conventional 60Hz screens do not have. Hence, it is very suitable for gaming and video viewing.
- Size: 11 inches
- Resolution: 2.5K (1600 x 2560)
- Refresh Rate: 90
- Aspect Ratio: 16:10
- Panel Type: IPS LCD
⚙️ Performance: MediaTek Helio G100 Ultra + HyperOS 2.1 Drive the System
Internally, Xiaomi determines that Redmi Pad 2 is good to go by installing MediaTek’s Helio G100 Ultra SoC, a midrange chip that is capable of working out the most daily applications. This is without a doubt the most preferable solution if you are not a power user or a gamer.
So, this tablet will feature HyperOS 2.1, Xiaomi’s latest AMLUI (Android Modified Lightweight User Interface) built on the Android 14 platform that, apart from offering incredible system optimization, adds to smooth UI transitions and results in lower battery consumption.
- Chipset: MediaTek Helio G100 Ultra
- OS: HyperOS 2.1 (Android 14-based)
- GPU: Mali-G57
- RAM + Storage Options: 4GB + 128GB 8GB + 256GB
- 4GB + 128GB
- 8GB + 256GB
- Expandable Storage: Yes, via microSD
📸 Cameras: Basic Setup for Video Calls and Casual Photography
The Redmi Pad 2 is built with a practical camera setup, fitting for its price category:
- Rear Camera: 8MP, f/2.0 aperture
- Front Camera: 5MP, specially improved for video calls and selfie shots
- Video Recording: 1080p @ 30fps (both front and rear)
Despite the absence of advanced camera technology, you can do a lot with the camera system, e.g. scanning, taking casual pictures, and online video calls.
🔊 Audio: Dolby Atmos Quad Speakers + 3.5mm Headphone Jack
Xiaomi provides a Doby Atmos sound system that is succeeded by a 4-speaker arrangement and has support for Dolby Atmos. The latter makes sure that no matter if you are viewing movies or Zooming, you are always on the safe side.
- Speakers: 4 (Quad setup)
- Audio Enhancement: Dolby Atmos
- Headphone Jack: Yes, 3.5mm (a rare find in 2025)
🔋 Battery & Charging: 9,000mAh Cell with 18W Charging
However, the most eye-catching feature of the Redmi Pad 2 is the enormous 9,000mAh battery, on which Xiaomi claims to get a whole day with an average load. The latter is very likely to become outdated in the face of newer more powerful charging technologies, but it is quite okay now for devices in this price range.
- Battery Capacity: 9,000mAh
- Charging Speed: 18W (USB-C)
- Charger in Box: Likely included
🔌 Connectivity and Ports
Even in 2025, Xiaomi has kept the basic things required:
- Wi-Fi: Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4 + GHz)
- Bluetooth: v5.1
- USB Port: USB Type-C
- Headphone Jack: 3.5mm
- SIM Slot: No cellular variant confirmed yet
💰 Expected Pricing and Variants
Xiaomi continues its tradition of offering aggressive pricing.
| Variant | RAM + Storage | Price (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| Base | 4GB + 128GB | €229 |
| Premium | 8GB + 256GB | €279 |
Both models are expected to launch in Europe first, followed by rollouts in Asia and other regions.
🆚 Comparison with Original Redmi Pad (2022)
| Feature | Redmi Pad (2022) | Redmi Pad 2 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 10.6″ 2K, 90Hz | 11″ 2.5K, 90Hz |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek Helio G100 Ultra |
| Camera (Rear/Front) | 8MP / 8MP | 8MP / 5MP |
| OS | MIUI 13 (Android 12) | HyperOS 2.1 (Android 14) |
| Battery | 8,000mAh | 9,000mAh |
| Charging | 18W | 18W |
| Speakers | Quad Speakers | Quad + Dolby Atmos |
| Headphone Jack | No | Yes |
📅 Launch Timeline and Availability Xiaomi Redmi Pad 2
Xiaomi has not confirmed the launch date yet, but it has been reported that the release was planned by Xiaomi in Q3 2025. It is, therefore, clear that the launch date was new and that it would fit well in Xiaomi’s annual hardware cycle. The assumption is that the first location where the products would be on sale is Europe, followed by India and Southeast Asia.
🧠 Final Thoughts: A Balanced Budget Tablet with the Essentials
The Redmi Pad 2 is more driven by the purpose to be simple and effective in the Android tablet sector than the aspiration to be a game-changer. This variant makes a good case for releasing smartly upgraded parts that include primarily the display, battery, and software features. Thus, a very limited budget is the only reason that a student, an ordinary user, or a watcher of series or movies would be willing to consider it, and it is definitely an offer not to be rejected.
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