Xiaomi has officially opened pre-orders in China for its latest Android slates, the Xiaomi Pad 9 and Pad 9 Pro. Arriving shortly after the top-tier Pad 9 Pro Max, these new tablets target users who want top-level hardware performance without carrying unnecessary bulk. Both devices pack high-refresh-rate displays and massive batteries into sleek aluminum bodies measuring under 5.8mm in thickness.
Starting at $447 (2,999 Yuan) for the baseline Pad 9 and $566 (3,799 Yuan) for the Pad 9 Pro, Xiaomi is positioning the lineup as versatile hybrid devices capable of handling both immersive media consumption and demanding mobile office workflows.
Desktop-Grade Power and Crisp 144Hz Displays
The Xiaomi Pad 9 features an 11.2-inch 3.2K LCD panel with a 144Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness rating of 800 nits. Under the hood, it is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor, backed by up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. Despite its generous screen real estate, the device remains remarkably trim at 5.75mm thin and weighs just 485 grams.
For users seeking more screen area and performance headroom, the Pad 9 Pro steps up to a larger 12.5-inch panel with a boosted peak brightness of 1,000 nits. It upgrades the core chipset to Qualcomm's flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor, paired with up to 16GB of RAM. The Pro variant keeps a similarly slim profile at 5.8mm thick and weighs 494 grams. Both models offer optional Soft Light display configurations, which utilize anti-glare matte glass finishes to reduce reflections and eye strain during long working sessions.
All-Day Battery Life and AI-Enhanced Productivity
Battery capacity is a major focal point for both models. The standard Pad 9 houses a 9,720mAh battery with support for 45W wired fast charging, while the Pad 9 Pro bumps capacity to 11,000mAh alongside 67W fast charging. Xiaomi rates the tablets for up to 14.5 hours of continuous short-video playback or up to 20 hours of uninterrupted online meetings on a single charge.
On the software front, both slates run Xiaomi's HyperOS 4 out of the box. To bolster utility for remote workers and students, Xiaomi has integrated desktop-grade application support for software suites such as WPS for Pad, CapCut Pro, ZWCAD, Pixel Cake, and CAJ Reader. The operating system also features Super Xiao Ai 2.0 AI office tools, cross-platform task sharing, and an Inspiration Ball utility for swift note-taking and workflow management.
Pricing and Configuration Options
Pre-orders are currently live in China via JD.com across multiple memory tiers and color choices. The standard Xiaomi Pad 9 is available in Ice Peach Pink, Spruce Green, Black, and Silver finishes:
• 8GB RAM / 128GB Storage: $447 (2,999 Yuan)
• 8GB RAM / 256GB Storage: $492 (3,299 Yuan)
• 8GB RAM / 256GB Soft Light Display: $522 (3,499 Yuan)
• 12GB RAM / 256GB Storage: $566 (3,799 Yuan)
The higher-end Xiaomi Pad 9 Pro is offered in Spruce Green, Black, and Silver with the following tier options:
• 8GB RAM / 128GB Storage: $566 (3,799 Yuan)
• 8GB RAM / 256GB Storage: $611 (4,099 Yuan)
• 12GB RAM / 256GB Storage: $686 (4,599 Yuan)
• 12GB RAM / 256GB Soft Light Display: $715 (4,799 Yuan)
• 16GB RAM / 256GB Storage: $745 (4,999 Yuan)
Global pricing and international availability dates have not yet been announced by Xiaomi.
