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Xiaomi Pad 8 Finally About to Hit Global Market: And It’s Even Better than Pad 7

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Xiaomi Pad 8 price in Nepal could start from Rs. 53,999 for the 8/128GB variant.
  • It is powered by a Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset with a massive 9,200mAh battery.
  • The tablet features an 11.2-inch IPS LCD panel with 3.2K resolution.

Xiaomi’s most-awaited tablet, the Pad 8, has been available in China for quite some time, and now it’s finally making its global debut.

Xiaomi Pad 8
Xiaomi Pad 8

Following the highly successful Pad 7, the Xiaomi Pad 8 brings several impressive upgrades. But the big question remains, can it avoid the price hike that’s hitting the smartphone and tablet market right now? Let’s find out.

Last year, Xiaomi shook up the market with the Xiaomi Pad 7. It packed impressive specs at an aggressive price, making it an almost perfect choice for anyone looking for a semi-premium tablet. The display was excellent, the battery life solid, the performance reliable, and the price just right.

The Pad 7 set a high bar for mid-range tablets, which means the Xiaomi Pad 8 has big shoes to fill. So, let’s dive in and see if it lives up to the hype.

Xiaomi Pad 8 Overview

Starting with the design, the Pad 8 looks almost identical to its predecessor, the Pad 7. The square camera module, flat aluminum body, and overall dimensions remain largely the same.

Some key differences include the Pad 8 being slightly thinner at 5.8mm compared to the Pad 7’s 6.2mm. Another minor change is in the camera module, you’ll notice the new model has a single camera with a circular flash ring. The Pad 7 also had a single camera, but its module design made it look like there were four.

Xiaomi Pad 8 Display
Xiaomi Pad 8 Display

Flip the tablet over, and you’re greeted with a massive 11.2-inch IPS panel, just like the Pad 7. It still runs a 144Hz refresh rate at 3.2K resolution. Xiaomi seems to be taking the “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” approach here. While it would have been nice to see an aspect ratio more suited for movies, the current ratio is great for productivity.

The display was one of Pad 7’s strong points, so it’s good to see it carried over to Pad 8.

The Pad 7’s other strong point was its processor, and it’s good to see it improved with the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4. For comparison, the new Pad 8 scores about 45% higher than the Pad 7+ Gen 3 in AnTuTu 10, according to user reports.

ALSO READ: Xiaomi Pad 7 Price in Nepal (February 2026 Updated)

Unfortunately, memory options haven’t changed much. Like last year, the Pad 8 comes with 8GB or 12GB RAM, paired with 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB storage. The upgrade here is that the 256GB and 512GB variants use UFS 4.1, while the 128GB model sticks with UFS 3.1.

Not all these variants will likely reach the Nepali market. As with last year, we can expect the 8/128GB and 8/256GB variants.

The camera setup remains unchanged: a 13MP main camera and an 8MP front-facing camera. While this might seem underwhelming, most tablet buyers aren’t purchasing it primarily for photography.

Xiaomi Pad 8
Xiaomi Pad 8

Powering everything is a massive 9,200mAh battery, 350mAh more than the previous generation. Charging remains at 45W, but the Pad 8 adds 22.5W reverse wired charging.

Lastly, the Pad 8 ships with Android 16 and HyperOS 3 on top. While HyperOS on smartphones is often bloated with ads, last year’s Pad 7 experience was relatively clean, so HyperOS 3 on the Pad 8 could be quite user-friendly.

Xiaomi Pad 8 Specifications

  • Body: 251.2 x 173.4 x 5.8 mm, 485/494g
  • Build: Flat frame and back panel with aluminum body
  • SIM: N/A
  • Display: 11.2-inch IPS LCD, 144Hz, 3200 x 2136 pixels, 344ppi, 3:2 aspect ratio, 800 nits*, HDR10, Dolby Vision, Stylus support (magnetic)
  • Chipset: Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 (4nm)
  • Memory:8/128GB (UFS 3.1), 8/256GB (UFS 4.1) LPDDR5x RAM
  • OS: Android 16, HyperOS 3
  • Rear Camera: 13 MP, ƒ/2.2, (wide), PDAF
  • Front Camera: 8 MP, ƒ/2.3, (wide)
  • Battery: 9,200 mAh battery, 45W charging, 22.5W reverse wireless charging

Xiaomi Pad 8 Price in Nepal: Rs. 53,999 (8/128GB) | Rs. 59,999 (8/256GB) [Expected]

ALSO READ: Apple iPad 11 Price in Nepal (February 2026 Updated)

Just like the Pad 7, the Pad 8 undoubtedly has the potential to be one of the best value-for-money tablets in its segment. Xiaomi has nailed the design, display, processor, and battery. The only real concern, at least for me, is the pricing.

One of the main reasons the Pad 7 stood out was its aggressive pricing. The specs were already great, but the price is what truly gave it an edge over the competition.

With the Pad 8, however, things might be different. It comes with a much faster chipset and is launching at a time when the smartphone and tablet market is facing one of the worst price hikes in recent years. Combine those two factors, and we could be looking at a price increase of Rs. 10,000, or even Rs. 15,000, which would definitely be a bummer. That’s especially disappointing considering the Pad 8 has the potential to outperform not just some mid-range tablets, but even a few flagship ones.

What do you think about the Xiaomi Pad 8? Let us know in the comments below!

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