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Xiaomi 12 Pro vs Apple iPad Air 11 (2024)

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

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Xiaomi · 2021

Xiaomi 12 Pro

Xiaomi 12 Pro
85/ 100
Launch MSRP$999 USD
Apple

Apple iPad Air 11 (2024)

Apple iPad Air 11 (2024)
85/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Apple iPad Air 11 (2024) BETTER THAN Xiaomi 12 Pro?

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Xiaomi 12 Pro
Apple iPad Air 11 (2024)Winner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORXiaomi 12Apple iPadLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,600 mAh7,606 mAh+7,606 mAh
Wired Fast Charging120WStandard120W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.73"11"11"
Chassis Weight204gN/A204g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Xiaomi 12 Pro:
  • ✓795g lighter chassis (204g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$9000 lower launch MSRP ($999 vs $9999)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Apple iPad Air 11 (2024):
  • ✓Larger 7,606 mAh battery capacity (+3,006 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓11" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationXiaomi 12 ProApple iPad Air 11 (2024)
1. Display & Screen🏆 Apple iPad Air 11 (2024) Wins Display
Screen Type & TechLTPO AMOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.73"11"
Resolution & Density3200x1440 (521 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,500 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Xiaomi 12 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Apple M2
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12iOS
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB1024 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Xiaomi 12 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.9, OIS, Sony IMX70750 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom50 MP (2x optical zoom), f/1.9, OISNone (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera50 MP, f/2.2N/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 MP, f/2.4512 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Xiaomi 12 Pro Lightest Chassis
Dimensions163.6 x 74.6 x 8.16 mmN/A
Weight204 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Apple iPad Air 11 (2024) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,600 mAh7,606 mAh
Wired Fast Charging120W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging50W wireless chargingNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.2Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
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$999Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Apple iPad Air 11 (2024) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.3/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Apple iPad Air 11 (2024) ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its Apple M2 architecture and verified 80/100 camera rating.

When to buy Xiaomi 12 Pro:
Significantly faster wired charging: 120W vs max 0W · Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system)
When to buy Apple iPad Air 11 (2024):
Higher overall BeastScore: 85.3 vs top rival 84.8 · Larger battery capacity: 7,606 mAh (+3,006 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Xiaomi 12 Pro vs Apple iPad Air 11 (2024)

Which phone is better: Xiaomi 12 Pro or Apple iPad Air 11 (2024)?

Apple iPad Air 11 (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: 7,606 mAh (+3,006 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Xiaomi 12 Pro and Apple iPad Air 11 (2024)?

Xiaomi 12 Pro is equipped with a 6.73-inch display and 4600 mAh battery, while Apple iPad Air 11 (2024) features a 11-inch display and 7606 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Xiaomi 12 Pro and Apple iPad Air 11 (2024)?

In lab hardware evaluations, Xiaomi 12 Pro scores 91/100 in camera performance, while Apple iPad Air 11 (2024) scores 80/100.

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