Released in April and initially available in China, the Xiaomi Pad 6 has gradually made its way to international markets. Now this device is available in Bangladesh. Xiaomi is renowned for its reputation in two key areas: delivering robust devices at affordable prices and occasionally burdening users with intrusive software. However, with the Pad 6, Xiaomi takes a departure from its typical approach. Not only does this tablet promise performance at a budget-friendly price point, but it also presents users with a refreshing experience of unobtrusive and user-friendly software.

Key Specifications  of Xiaomi Pad 6

Design

The Xiaomi Pad 6 boasts a sleek design with dimensions of 254 mm by 165.2 mm by 6.5mm and a weight of 490g, making it a lightweight and portable option. It offers three attractive color choices - Gold, Gravity Grey, and Misty Blue, providing a level of versatility not seen in some competitors. 

Constructed with an aluminum frame and corning Gorilla Glass 3 protecting the front display, the Pad 6 exudes a premium feel. While it resembles the iPad Air to some extent, it still makes a strong first impression with its minimal bezels and modern aesthetics. The device includes a folio case, with optional stylus and keyboard cases available separately. 

Notably, it lacks biometric security features, relying on a PIN for sensitive app authentication. Additionally, it can connect to a Xiaomi Smart Pen (2nd gen), offering a useful tool for note-taking and drawing with minimal lag.

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Display

The Xiaomi Pad 6's display is an 11-inch IPS LCD panel with a commendable 2880 x 1800 resolution and a high 144Hz refresh rate, supporting Dolby Vision HDR and reaching up to 550 nits of brightness. This impressive spec sheet translates well into real-world performance. The screen lives up to its marketing promises, delivering a fast and fluid user experience. 

HDR content appears vibrant, enhancing highlights, and the 2880 by 1800 pixel resolution ensures content remains sharp and detailed. While it falls slightly short in resolution compared to the OnePlus Pad, it outperforms competitors like the realme Pad and Oppo Pad Air. 

It's worth noting that the Pad 6 employs IPS technology rather than OLED, which may impact factors like brightness and contrast, but it still offers strong, accurate colors and sufficient brightness for most tasks. With an 11-inch size, it strikes a perfect balance between productivity and comfort, making it a versatile choice for various use cases.

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Cameras

The camera setup on the Xiaomi Pad 6 is rather intriguing, as tablets typically don't prioritize camera quality as much as smartphones. However, the Pad 6 stands out in this regard. 

It features a single 13MP f/2.2 rear camera and an 8MP f/2.2 front-facing camera, lacking some advanced features like optical image stabilization but delivering surprisingly good image quality. 

While it's important to consider this in the context of tablet photography, the Pad 6 impresses with its saturated and vibrant colors, decent detail in most shots, and an effective HDR mode that handles challenging lighting situations well. Perhaps the most remarkable aspect is its night mode, which significantly enhances low-light photos, a feat that is genuinely surprising for a tablet. 

While it may not surpass premium smartphone camera results, the Pad 6 offers enough photographic capability to suffice in various situations, making it a standout among tablets in this aspect.

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Performance and Hardware

The Xiaomi Pad 6 impresses with its robust performance capabilities, aligning with the company's reputation for offering affordability without sacrificing power. It comes equipped with either 6GB to 8GB of RAM and 128GB to 256 GB of storage, running on a Snapdragon 870 processor 5G 7nm. Though this chipset is from the previous year, still it delivers excellent performance in day-to-day usage. 

Basic tasks like navigating the interface, browsing, and emailing are swift and smooth, as expected, but the Pad 6 also delivers solid gaming performance, even at high graphics settings, maintaining a playable frame rate.

For productivity, Xiaomi has furnished the tablet with optional work accessories, conferencing features, and efficient multi-window support. It handles productivity tasks, including document editing and multitasking, admirably. However, the multi-window support setup process is slightly more complex than some competitors. 

The tablet's conferencing features, including FocusFrame, enhance video calls, and the tablet surprises with its four stereo speakers that support Dolby Atmos, offering a full and detailed sound that elevates the viewing experience for movies and TV shows. Although not room-filling, the stereo speakers contribute to a satisfying audio experience, making the Pad 6 a valuable second screen. 

However, it lacks the feature to be used as a secondary display for a PC, a capability found in some other models. Overall, the Xiaomi Pad 6 offers a well-rounded and versatile experience, making it a compelling option for those in need of a capable and affordable tablet.

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Battery and Charger

The Xiaomi Pad 6 boasts an 8,840mAh battery that delivers a commendable performance, considering its demanding components, including the high-quality screen and powerful processor. 

During a standard 16-hour day with mixed usage, the tablet displayed excellent endurance, retaining 23 percent battery life by 9 pm, indicating it can comfortably last through a full day for most users, with even lighter usage potentially extending into a second day. 

The inclusion of 33W fast charging is a welcome feature, allowing for rapid top-ups, with a 30-minute charge typically bringing it to around 40 percent, while a complete recharge takes approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes. Given the battery's substantial capacity, this charging speed is impressive.

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Pros and Cons of Xiaomi Pad 6

Pros

- Lightweight and portable build
- Display with high resolution and refresh rate
- Capable camera system in low-light conditions
- Strong overall performance
- Multi-window support
- Conferencing enhancements
- Four stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos
- Decent battery life.

Cons

- Lack of biometric security features
- Multi-window support is somewhat complicated
- Cannot be used as a secondary display for a PC
- The 33W fast charging is not the fastest available in the market
- Camera quality may not match premium smartphone standards.

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Price of Xiaomi Pad 6

The Xiaomi Pad 6 8GB RAM and 256GB storage model is available in Bangladesh at 43, 990 TK. The price is subject to change.

Verdict

The Xiaomi Pad 6 proves to be a versatile and budget-friendly tablet that defies expectations in several key areas. With a sleek and premium design, it offers an impressive 11-inch IPS LCD display with a high resolution and a fast refresh rate, delivering sharp visuals and smooth performance. The camera system, while unusual for a tablet particularly excels in low-light conditions. The Pad 6's robust performance, efficient multi-window support, conferencing features, and four stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos enhance its productivity and entertainment value. The tablet's commendable battery life and fast charging further ensure it can easily last a full day of usage. While it may not match premium smartphones in camera quality, the Xiaomi Pad 6 impresses with its overall value and well-rounded feature set, making it an attractive option in the tablet market. 

If you are looking for a budget tablet that works as both an office support and a gaming device, you can buy the Xiaomi Pad 6.

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