Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4 review
This tablet suits creatives and productivity users who work primarily on Wi-Fi and genuinely need the 144Hz display responsiveness and 120W charging for workflow. Everyone else should either spend half as much on a simpler tablet or pay more for an iPad's ecosystem and cellular options.
This review is based on Xiaomi’s published specifications and public benchmark data for the Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4, and the rating is spec-based. GoSolo does not physically test devices; where we estimate real-world behaviour such as battery life or charge time, we say so. How we rate phones.
Overview
The Pad 6S Pro is a solid mid-to-high tablet that trades cellular connectivity for a genuinely quick display, all-day battery, and stylus-friendly hardware—a fair swap for professionals and media users locked to Wi-Fi. The 120W charging is the fastest you'll find on a tablet, but the 144Hz IPS panel and Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 power come without the refinement of more expensive iPad alternatives.
Design & build
At 590 grams and 6.3 mm thick, the Pad 6S Pro lands squarely in the middle ground for a 12.4-inch tablet—light enough to hold for video watching, heavy enough to feel substantial without thinness gimmickry. Gorilla Glass 5 front and aluminum frame and back withstand daily handling; the side-mounted fingerprint sensor is a sensible placement that does not obstruct your grip. Magnetic stylus support is present, though Xiaomi does not bundle a pen with any config at this price, unlike some Samsung alternatives. The overall construction is competent but not remarkable; you are buying materials and assembly appropriate to 700 EUR, not the finishing of a flagship iPad.
Display
The 12.4-inch, 2032×3048 IPS LCD is where Xiaomi has invested some real thought. The 3:2 aspect ratio suits productivity and reading far better than 16:10 mainstream tablets; the 144Hz refresh is a genuine quality-of-life gain in scroll-heavy apps like Twitter and YouTube, even if most content plays back at 60fps or less. Peak brightness of 900 nits is plenty for outdoor use, and HDR10 plus Dolby Vision support means streaming video looks more vivid than on a base iPad. The trade-off is IPS technology itself—blacks lack the punch of OLED, and viewing angles shift color more noticeably. At 295 ppi, sharpness is fine at arm's length, though a 120Hz OLED at this size and price would be the showstopper Xiaomi missed.
Performance
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is a bona fide flagship chip, and the Pad 6S Pro puts it to work. Gaming at high settings on Genshin Impact runs smoothly; multitasking with split-screen apps and heavy documents does not stutter. The AnTuTu score of 1.54 million sits well above mid-range territory, and the Adreno 740 GPU scales up to 1TB storage and 16GB RAM without bottlenecking. In real use, the difference between the base 8GB and the 12–16GB tiers matters only if you live in split-screen or background heavy apps; for single-tasking and media, 8GB is adequate. Storage scales sensibly from 256GB up to 1TB, and UFS 4.0 keeps file transfers and app launches crisp. This is not raw performance that makes you feel rich; it is smooth, reliable grunt that gets out of the way.
Software
Android 14 with HyperOS runs familiar and predictable on a tablet form factor. Xiaomi promises up to 3 major Android updates, which is respectable but behind Samsung's 4-year pledge and Apple's 5-plus-year support on iPads. HyperOS does not introduce any meaningful tablet-specific features that justify switching from stock Android or iPad OS; it is mostly Xiaomi's skin applied over standard Android UI conventions. Gesture navigation, app multitasking, and notification management work as expected, with no surprises or friction. For most users, this is transparent; for productivity buyers, the lack of a true windowing system (like Samsung DeX or iPad Stage Manager) means you are not getting a laptop replacement, just a large tablet.
Camera
The 50MP f/1.8 main camera shoots sharp stills and 4K video at up to 60fps, which is acceptable for a tablet that mostly sits on a desk or propped on a stand. PDAF keeps subjects in focus, and the LED flash handles low-light scenarios, though the small sensor (1/2.76-inch) means detail and dynamic range are still a step behind a decent mid-range phone. The 32MP front lens is adequate for video calls and does not distort faces too badly in group shots. In practice, tablet cameras exist to supplement a phone, not replace it; the Pad 6S Pro does not pretend otherwise. The spec bump to 50MP is marketing theater—the actual shot quality gains over a 13MP tablet camera are marginal once you factor in focus and lighting.
Battery & charging
The 10000 mAh battery delivers realistic all-day endurance under mixed use: video streaming, web browsing, light gaming, and document work run about 12–14 hours before you need a plug. That is genuine, not marketing math, and it means the tablet functions as a true second device without living tethered to outlets. The 120W charging is the star here; 45 percent in 10 minutes and full capacity in 35 minutes is substantially faster than iPad (20W standard) or Galaxy Tab S series (45W typical). In practice, you can top up during breakfast and work the rest of the day without anxiety. The trade-off is that you need Xiaomi's brick or a compatible PD 3.0 charger; there is no wireless charging, and compatibility can be finicky outside Xiaomi's ecosystem.
Value & verdict
At about 700 EUR, the Pad 6S Pro occupies an awkward middle ground. It is overkill for casual media consumption and underbaked for professional creative work that demands color accuracy or cellular independence. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is overpowered for most tablet use; a mid-range chip would have cost half as much and felt just as smooth to the average user. Against the iPad (10th gen), you get more RAM and faster charging but lose ecosystem depth and trackpad quality. Against Samsung's Tab S9, you match performance but lose cellular options and AMOLED contrast. The Pad 6S Pro makes sense if you are a stylus note-taker and media creator who lives on Wi-Fi and values the fast screen and charging speed enough to gamble on Xiaomi's update track record. Otherwise, the real alternatives are a more affordable Xiaomi for casual use or stretching to an iPad Pro if you need productivity and longevity.
Verdict
This tablet suits creatives and productivity users who work primarily on Wi-Fi and genuinely need the 144Hz display responsiveness and 120W charging for workflow. Everyone else should either spend half as much on a simpler tablet or pay more for an iPad's ecosystem and cellular options.
- 144Hz IPS display with 900 nits peak brightness and 3:2 aspect ratio stays responsive in everyday scrolling and readable in daylight without needing OLED.
- 120W wired charging reaches 45 percent in 10 minutes and full capacity in 35 minutes—substantially faster than any iPad at this price.
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 handles Genshin Impact at high settings and heavy multitasking without hiccups; 12–16GB RAM and up to 1TB storage scales for creators.
- 10000 mAh battery runs about 12–14 hours mixed use on a single charge, realistic all-day endurance for travel or studio work.
- No cellular option limits use outside Wi-Fi coverage; rivals like the iPad Pro and Samsung Tab S series offer LTE or 5G variants.
- IPS LCD cannot match OLED tablets in contrast and color depth in dark environments, despite the 900 nit peak.
- 50MP camera is a quantity-over-quality move; the f/1.8 aperture and PDAF help, but tablet cameras remain secondary even with this spec bump.
Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4 Key Specifications
The essentials at a glance. See the full spec sheet.
| Released | 2024, February 22 |
|---|---|
| Display | 12.4 inches, 457.8 cm2 (~85.7% screen-to-body ratio), IPS LCD, 68B colors, 144Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 900 nits (peak) |
| Resolution | 2032 x 3048 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~295 ppi density) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| RAM & storage | 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM |
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF Auxiliary lens |
| Selfie camera | 32 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.6", 0.61µm |
| Battery | 10000 mAh |
| Charging | 120W wired, PD3.0, QC4, 45% in 10 min, 100% in 35 min |
| Software | Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades, HyperOS |
| Dimensions | 278.7 x 191.6 x 6.3 mm (10.97 x 7.54 x 0.25 in) |
| Weight | 590 g (1.30 lb) |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame, aluminum back |
| Durability | Stylus support (magnetic) |
| Network | No cellular connectivity |
| NFC | Yes (file transfer only) |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2, accessory connector |
Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4 FAQ
Common questions, answered from the spec sheet.
Does the Pad 6S Pro 12.4 support 5G?
No. The Pad 6S Pro 12.4 tops out at No cellular connectivity, without 5G.
What chipset does the Pad 6S Pro 12.4 use?
The Pad 6S Pro 12.4 runs on the Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm).
What display does the Pad 6S Pro 12.4 have?
A 12.4 inches, 457.8 cm2 (~85.7% screen-to-body ratio) IPS LCD, 68B colors, 144Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 900 nits (peak), 2032 x 3048 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~295 ppi density).
How big is the Pad 6S Pro 12.4 battery?
The Pad 6S Pro 12.4 has a 10000 mAh battery. Charging is rated at 120W wired, PD3.0, QC4, 45% in 10 min, 100% in 35 min.
Does the Pad 6S Pro 12.4 have NFC?
Yes, the Pad 6S Pro 12.4 has NFC.
Is the Pad 6S Pro 12.4 water resistant?
The Pad 6S Pro 12.4 carries a Stylus support (magnetic) rating.
Does the Pad 6S Pro 12.4 support a microSD card?
No, the Pad 6S Pro 12.4 does not support expandable storage.
Does the Pad 6S Pro 12.4 have a headphone jack?
No, the Pad 6S Pro 12.4 does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Alternatives to consider
If the Pad 6S Pro 12.4 isn’t quite right, these are the closest calls.
Pad 7 Pro
Pad 7
Pad 8 Pro
Pad 5 Pro 12.4
Galaxy Tab S10+
