iPad mini (A17 Pro)

iPad mini (A17 Pro) was Apple's smallest iPad sold between 2024-2026 made to be portable and pocketable.

This is the first iPad mini model to support Apple Intelligence & Siri AI, as it utilises the oldest chip that supports Apple's AI capabilities, the A17 Pro.

With this generation, Apple introduced a new Blue finish to the iPad mini, replacing Pink that was offered on the 6th generation model.

Apple's iPad mini line is one of two iPad models that has a True Tone flash on the back. The only other model with this feature is the iPad Pro.

It was the final iPad model in Apple's entire lineup to use a portrait front camera, as the successor to this device switched to a landscape position. This was also the final iPad mini to use an LCD panel, before it was overhauled with OLED.

iPad mini (A17 Pro) launched in 2024 priced at £499, for 128GB of storage. In June 2026, Apple increased the price of the iPad mini to £599.

Design

Aluminium enclosure available in Blue, Purple, Starlight or Space Grey. This model had the words 'iPad mini' engraved on the back, along with the serial number and other product identifiers.

Display

8.3-inch Retina Display with 60Hz refresh rate. The screen is laminated & has an anti-reflective coating.

Battery

Up to 10 hour video playback.

Charging Port

USB-C with support for USB 3 up to 10 Gb/s.

Camera & Audio

iPad mini (A17 Pro) has a 12MP Wide camera with True Tone flash on the back & a portrait 12MP front centre stage camera. The iPad also has landscape stereo speakers.

Chip

Apple A17 Pro with a 6-core CPU, 5-core GPU and 16-core Neural Engine.

Storage Options

• 128GB
• 256GB
• 512GB

Supported Accessories

You can pair iPad mini with a smart folio case but there is no official keyboard. This device works with Apple Pencil Pro & Apple Pencil (USB-C).