all the differences and new features

Apple has launched the iPad mini (A17 Pro) and we are going to compare this 2024 model with the previous 6th generation iPad mini

The new version of the seventh generation iPad mini arrives to improve the previous sixth generation iPad mini. And it does so internally, maintaining a design that was completely renewed in 2021. It has taken Apple 3 years to update the iPad miniwhich is true that it had a fairly powerful chip, but that it was falling behind.

Herein comparison between the iPad mini 7 (2024) and the iPad mini 6 (2021) We are going to analyze the main differences between these two models. And if it is worth updating one for the other.

Main differences between the iPad mini 7 and the iPad mini 6

Although if we saw them on a table it is likely that we would not be able to distinguish them, There are important differences between the two models. These are the main ones:

• Chip A17 Pro.
• 8 GB of RAM memory.
• Apple Intelligence.
• Apple Pencil Pro.
• 128 GB input.
• New blue color.
• Bluetooth 5.3.
• Wi-Fi 6E.

Specifications table: iPad mini 7 vs iPad mini 6

In-depth comparison between the iPad mini 7 and the iPad mini 6

Let’s go analyze the main points of each model and the differences we find, although most are internal. Externally, there are hardly any changes between the iPad mini 7 and the iPad mini 6.

Design

We are looking at two iPad models that are identical in terms of their exterior design, with exactly the same dimensions and the same weight. The The only big difference we found is in the colors.. Apple has removed the pink color and replaced Canvas with a new blue color. Additionally, the purple color is less intense.

We also have a small change at the rear that may go unnoticed. On the iPad, Apple still keeps the name on the back, but in this case we read iPad mini instead of iPadwhich is what appeared in the previous generation.

The new model arrives in blue and with the inscription “iPad mini”

Screen

The two iPad mini models have an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina IPS screen, with a resolution of 2,266 x 1,488 at 326 p/p, a maximum brightness of 500 nits, anti-fingerprint oleophobic coating, integral lamination, anti-reflective film, color gamut wide (P3) and True Tone. The only noticeable difference in terms of specifications is that the iPad mini 7 has the Apple Pencil floating pointer.

Power

Here we come to the big difference between both models: their processor. The new iPad mini from 2024 uses the powerful A17 Pro chip that the iPhone 15 Pro also uses, a chip compatible with Apple Intelligence and that has 8 GB of RAM. Apple has trimmed it slightly on the GPU, having one less core, but it will still be very powerful. Especially great with the A15 Bionic of the iPad mini 6:

• Chip A17 Pro
  • Technique: 3 nanometers.
  • CPU: 6 cores (2 for performance and 4 for efficiency).
  • GPU: 5 cores.
  • Neural Engine: 16 cores.
  • Transistors: 19,000 million.
  • Test Geekbench: 2904 (single core) and 7216 (multicore).
• Chip A15 Bionic
  • Technique: 5 nanometers.
  • CPU: 6 cores (2 for performance and 4 for efficiency).
  • GPU: 5 cores.
  • Neural Engine: 16 cores.
  • Transistors: 15,000 million.
  • Test Geekbench: 2376 (single core) and 5914 (multicore).

Other differences

In addition to what was analyzed above, we also found other differences between both iPad mini models:

• Apple Pencil Pro compatibility– iPad mini 7 no longer supports the second-generation Apple Pencil, instead supporting the Apple Pencil Pro.
• More storage: Apple has doubled the base internal storage of the iPad mini, now we have 128 GB of entry plus an extra 512 GB option.
• Connectivity improvements: The new iPad min has Bluetooth 5.3 and Wi-Fi 6E, so we will achieve better wireless speed.
• Faster USB-C port– The USB-C port on the iPad mini 7 is capable of data transfer speeds of up to 10 Gbps, which is double the 5 Gbps on the iPad mini 6.
• Smart HDR 4 for photos: The iPad mini 7 incorporates this fourth generation technology.
• e.g: The iPad mini 7 only has eSIM, there is no longer an option with a physical SIM.

iPad mini 7 or iPad mini 6, which is better, is it worth the change?

Just for the improved processor and doubling the internal storage, the iPad mini 7 is now a much more recommended option. In addition, Apple has not changed the official price of the iPad mini 6. So, if I have to choose, I think the new model is significantly higher even though it has the same design.

iPad mini 6

However, if you have a sixth generation iPad mini, the change may not be so advisable. It would only be interesting in case want to play the latest generation games or want to use Apple Intelligencewhich is currently not available in all languages ​​or all countries.

You can follow iPadized in Facebook, WhatsApp, Twitter (X) consult or consult our Telegram channel to stay up to date with the latest technology news.