Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) vs Xiaomi 12 Pro: Which One Should You Buy?
Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.3/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)
Xiaomi 12 Pro
Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) wins 3 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedXiaomi 12 Pro7990
- CameraXiaomi 12 Pro8091
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryApple iPad Air 13 (2024)9582
- DisplayApple iPad Air 13 (2024)9488
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueApple iPad Air 13 (2024)8555
- Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) has the bigger battery9,705 mAh vs 4,600 mAh
- Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) has the bigger screen13" vs 6.73"
- Xiaomi 12 Pro has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
- Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) has the faster chipApple M2 vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) wins — BeastScore 85.3/100
After comparing all the specs, Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 85.3 vs top rival 84.8 and Larger battery capacity: 9,705 mAh (+5,105 mAh more).
Higher overall BeastScore: 85.3 vs top rival 84.8 · Larger battery capacity: 9,705 mAh (+5,105 mAh more)
Significantly faster wired charging: 120W vs max 0W · Higher resolution main sensor: 50 MP vs max 0 MP
Common questions
Which is better: Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) or Xiaomi 12 Pro?
Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) leads with an overall BeastScore of 85.3/100 compared to Xiaomi 12 Pro (84.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 85.3 vs top rival 84.8 and Larger battery capacity: 9,705 mAh (+5,105 mAh more).
What are the main battery and display differences between Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) and Xiaomi 12 Pro?
Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) has a 13-inch display and 9705 mAh battery. Xiaomi 12 Pro has a 6.73-inch display and 4600 mAh battery.
How do Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) and Xiaomi 12 Pro compare for speed?
Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) scores 79/100 for performance; Xiaomi 12 Pro scores 90/100.
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