Apple iPad mini 6th Gen (8.3-inch, 2021)

Big enough to perform most tasks Compact enough to travel easily Powerful performance Loud speakers USB-C

Screen is not bright enough Too small for content creation No headphone jack

“The iPad Mini is officially my favorite iPad ever, and it will do most of the things you want a tablet to do really well.”

Great new design ; Works with the second-gen Apple Pencil ; Super-speedy thanks to the A15 Bionic chipset ; 5G option makes for great portability

Odd storage sizes ; Expensive ; Some iOS elements are too small

Larger screen and thinner bezels, modern design.

Display does not support HDR, or high refresh rate.

That is not bad per se - Apple offers great iCloud sync and subscription services, there are many games that run better on iPads, you get at least 5 years of software updates, plus - there is a reason the iPads are the best-selling tablets in the world...

Much improved build ; Engaging audio ; Punchy picture

No headphones socket ; Some compromised tonal detail

This new generation iPad Mini is the most capable yet

Stylish compact design ; Starts at 64GB storage ; Lots of power

5G connectivity is limited ; Battery life could be better ; Doesn’t include stylus

Excellent performance ; Long battery life ; Works with second-generation Apple Pencil

No multi-user option in iPadOS ; Pricier than previous model

Apple's fifth-generation iPad mini tablet delivers Pro-level power in a smaller size that's better for reading, taking notes, and slipping in a jacket pocket.

Smaller body, bigger screen ; Bright and sharp display ; Apple Pencil 2 support ; USB-C & (optional) 5G ; Powerful A15 chip

Screen still too small for some uses ; Screen isn't high-refresh rate ; No Smart Connector or 3.5mm jack ; Weaker battery life than other iPads

The iPad mini 6 feels like the ultimate expression of what Apple always wanted it to be: a highly flexible computer in the smallest possible space. This upgrade makes it as capable for creative work as for entertainment, and despite the price hike,...

Compact size enables single-handed use ; Fast performance from A15 Bionic ; Sharp and bright display ; Decent battery life and USB-C charging ; Excellent camera upgrades

Magic Keyboard isn't supported ; Apple Pencil Gen 2 sold separately ; Small display can feel cramped ; 64GB of storage...in 2021 ; Expensive

Smaller form-factor with bigger 8.3-inch display ; 5G connectivity ; USB-C port ; TouchID fingerprint sensor in power button

No MagSafe charging ; No FaceID facial recognition ; No smart connector ; No ProMotion (120Hz screen refresh rate)

This is a great little tablet for those who want a straightforward slate - not a laptop replacement - that will easily slip into a bag. The only catch is that it might cost more than you would perhaps want for a device like this, and there are still...

New design looks and feels great ; 5G option adds a welcome boost in speed ; Apple Pencil 2 support is well integrated ; Competitively priced for a companion device

WiFi + Cellular option is an expensive upgrade ; Screen isn't as good as on an iPad Pro ; No mmWave 5G support