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15 Pro vs Apple iPad mini (2024)

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

Smartphone Battle
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Xiaomi · 2024

15 Pro

15 Pro
83/ 100
Launch MSRP$799 USD
Apple

Apple iPad mini (2024)

Apple iPad mini (2024)
84/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Apple iPad mini (2024) BETTER THAN 15 Pro?

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15 Pro
Apple iPad mini (2024)Winner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTOR15 ProApple iPadLEADER
Refresh Rate60Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity6,100 mAh5,078 mAh+6,100 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingStandardStandard25W
Main Camera Sensor50 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.73"8.3"8.3"
Chassis Weight210gN/A210g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy 15 Pro:
  • ✓789g lighter chassis (210g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$9200 lower launch MSRP ($799 vs $9999)
  • ✓Larger 6,100 mAh battery capacity (+1,022 mAh more capacity)
Reasons to buy Apple iPad mini (2024):
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓8.3" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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Specification15 ProApple iPad mini (2024)
1. Display & Screen🏆 Apple iPad mini (2024) Wins Display
Screen Type & TechAMOLED / OLED displayAMOLED
Screen Size6.73"8.3"
Resolution & DensityN/A FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate60 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 15 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Apple A17 Pro
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid iOS
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory16 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1024GB512 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 15 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP50 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP12 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 15 Pro Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/AN/A
Weight210 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedNot certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 15 Pro Wins Battery
Battery Capacity6,100 mAh5,078 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/AFast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supportedNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-bandWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3+Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-CUSB Type-C
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$799Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Apple iPad mini (2024) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 83.5/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Apple iPad mini (2024) ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its Apple A17 Pro architecture and verified 80/100 camera rating.

When to buy 15 Pro:
Larger battery capacity: 6,100 mAh (+1,022 mAh more) · More system memory: 16GB RAM vs max 8GB
When to buy Apple iPad mini (2024):
Higher overall BeastScore: 83.5 vs top rival 83.2 · Smoother display: 120Hz refresh rate vs 60Hz
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: 15 Pro vs Apple iPad mini (2024)

Which phone is better: 15 Pro or Apple iPad mini (2024)?

Apple iPad mini (2024) leads with an overall BeastScore of 83.5/100 compared to 15 Pro (83.2/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 83.5 vs top rival 83.2 and Smoother display: 120Hz refresh rate vs 60Hz.

What are the primary battery and display differences between 15 Pro and Apple iPad mini (2024)?

15 Pro is equipped with a 6.73-inch display and 6100 mAh battery, while Apple iPad mini (2024) features a 8.3-inch display and 5078 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between 15 Pro and Apple iPad mini (2024)?

In lab hardware evaluations, 15 Pro scores 84/100 in camera performance, while Apple iPad mini (2024) scores 80/100.

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