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Space Gray iPad mini with 8.3-inch display

Apple

Apple iPad Mini (A17 Pro) 256GB tablet Space Gray

SKU CH-04A6-64RXP

An ultraportable 8.3-inch tablet with 256 GB storage, A17 Pro chip, 12 MP cameras, Wi-Fi 6E and Apple Intelligence support

  • Screen size8.3
  • Memory size1
  • Product colorSpace Gray
  • Ultraportable design fits the full iPad experience
  • Apple Intelligence system helps write and express ideas
  • 3-inch Liquid Retina display with P3 wide colour
  • A17 Pro chip delivers powerful performance and graphics
  • 12MP Ultra Wide front camera enables Center Stage

Portable Apple Intelligence tablet

The iPad Mini with A17 Pro chip brings Apple Intelligence to an 8.3-inch form factor. It serves students, mobile professionals, and creators who need desktop-class performance in a device that fits one hand. The 256 GB capacity stores large media libraries and project files locally. Buyers who require multiple simultaneous pro apps or expanded internal storage beyond 256 GB should consider larger iPad models.

Thermals and power in daily use

The A17 Pro chip delivers ultrafast graphics and processing while maintaining all-day battery life under typical workloads. Passive thermal design keeps the enclosure quiet during note-taking, browsing, and media playback. Sustained heavy rendering or extended gaming sessions will warm the chassis, but the system manages heat without audible fans. Power draw stays low enough for a full day away from a charger.

Accessory and software impact

Apple Pencil Pro support adds hover, squeeze, and barrel-roll gestures for precise markup and illustration. USB-C connectivity enables direct attachment of drives, cameras, and docks without adapters. Wi-Fi 6E provides high-throughput wireless access where compatible routers exist. Apple Intelligence features arriving in fall 2024 will enhance writing, image creation, and on-device privacy processing.

How it compares

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Price $582.99
Pricier than about 86% of the 1,228 comparable items (median $190.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameApple
Product colorSpace Gray
Memory
Memory size1
Display
Screen size8.3

Questions about this item

How do I install the Apple Pencil Pro on this iPad mini and what step do people miss?

Attach the Apple Pencil Pro magnetically to the side of the iPad mini; it pairs and charges automatically. The step people miss is ensuring Bluetooth is enabled so the pairing handshake completes.

What maintenance or replacement will the iPad mini need over time?

The internal battery is not user-replaceable; when its capacity degrades you must arrange service through Apple or an authorised provider.

What limit appears first during sustained heavy workloads on the A17 Pro chip?

Thermal throttling is the first limit; the compact chassis cannot dissipate heat indefinitely so sustained peak performance will reduce until the device cools.

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