Just like many other companies, Apple is now fully embracing AI. With Apple Intelligence, users will have access to Image creation tools as well as ChatGPT (among other features). The iPad Mini A17 is Apple’s latest tablet that is ready for AI. It is powered by a 6-core processor with a 5-core GPU. It also has a 16-core neural engine. In comparison to the iPad Pro 13-inch M4 and iPad Air 13-in (M2), this one has only an ultra-wide front camera (no landscape). It has WiFi 6E for faster connections.
| Feature | iPad Air 13-inch (M2) | iPad Pro 13-inch (M4) | iPad mini (A17 Pro) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display | Liquid Retina | Ultra Retina XDR | Liquid Retina |
| Display Size | 13-inch | 13-inch | 8.3-inch |
| Chip | M2 Chip (8-core CPU, 9-core GPU) | M4 Chip (Up to 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU) | A17 Pro Chip (6-core CPU, 5-core GPU) |
| Neural Engine | 16-core | 16-core | 16-core |
| Camera (Rear) | 12MP Wide | 12MP Wide + ProRes | 12MP Wide |
| Camera (Front) | 12MP Ultra Wide | 12MP Ultra Wide | 12MP Ultra Wide |
| Face ID / Touch ID | Touch ID (Top button) | Face ID | Touch ID (Top button) |
| Storage Options | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| Battery Life | Up to 10 hours (Wi-Fi) / 9 hours (Cellular) | Up to 10 hours (Wi-Fi) / 9 hours (Cellular) | Up to 10 hours (Wi-Fi) / 9 hours (Cellular) |
| Weight (Wi-Fi) | 1.36 pounds (617 grams) | 1.28 pounds (579 grams) | 0.65 pound (293 grams) |
| Speakers | Landscape Stereo | Four Speaker Audio | Landscape Stereo |
| USB-C / Thunderbolt | USB-C | USB-C with Thunderbolt / USB 4 | USB-C |
In comparison to the iPad Mini 6th gen, this model has more storage capacity options. It also has Smart HDR 4 for photos. Thanks to Apple Intelligence, Siri is more contextually relevant on the new model. Its Bluetooth has been upgraded from BT5.0 to BT 5.3.
