Apple iPad Mini 5

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Reviews for the Apple iPad Mini 5

90% Apple iPad Mini 5 review: The best (and only) small tablet
Source: Android Authority
If you want a small tablet, there really is no better option on the market. The iPad Mini blows the competition out of the water with a powerful processor, light and compact design, fantastic battery life, and the best tablet operating system in iPadOS.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/07/2021
Rating: Total score: 90%

80% Apple iPad mini (2019) review: a tiny creative powerhouse
Source: T3 Archive.org version
Originally, the iPad mini was a small, cheap games and media machine – ideal for kids or a bit of sofa browsing. Limited versatility from the screen size wasn’t a problem, especially before iOS had proper multitasking.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/15/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%

80% Apple iPad mini (2019) review: a tiny creative powerhouse
Source: T3 Archive.org version
Originally, the iPad mini was a small, cheap games and media machine – ideal for kids or a bit of sofa browsing. Limited versatility from the screen size wasn’t a problem, especially before iOS had proper multitasking.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/07/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%

80% iPad mini (2019) review
Source: Tech Advisor Archive.org version
The iPad mini proves that this form factor is still desirable and useful even in an age of larger smartphones. With the A12 processor at an affordable base price, Apple’s smallest tablet is a tiny powerhouse of a computer. Yes, the design is seven years old but with the addition of Apple Pencil support and with decent battery life, Apple has breathed new life back into the iPad mini. Not everyone wants or needs to spend £1,000 on an iPad Pro.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/15/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%

80% iPad mini (2019) review
Source: Techradar Archive.org version
The iPad mini 2019 is Apple’s most totable iPad, and it’s deceptively powerful for its small size. It has a bright 7.9-inch display that works with the Apple Pencil and a chipset that smokes the small tablet competition. Its price is equally deceptive, costing more than the larger iPad 9.7. For its asking price, we would have loved to have seen an 'iPad Pro mini' and Apple Pencil Gen 2 support, but it’s hard not to love this charming little tab.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/04/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%

85% 2019 Apple iPad Air and iPad Mini review: Still the best tablets around
Source: Hardware Zone Archive.org version
All of this is to say that if you are shopping for a new tablet now, you will be happy to know that Apple has an impressive line-up of iPads across a wide price range, and all of them perform exceedingly well and are easily the best tablets in their respective classes.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/23/2019
Rating: Total score: 85%

80% iPad mini (2019) Review
Source: NDTV Gadgets Archive.org version
The iPad mini (2019) is a fantastic tablet overall. It's definitely not geared towards heavy productivity-oriented use, but it's almost perfect for casual use. Its form factor is perfect for commutes or travelling, and it's got really powerful hardware so performance and battery life are excellent as well. The design is pretty outdated at this point but we don't think that's going to a dealbreaker for anyone.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/02/2019
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% performance: 90% display: 90% mobility: 90% workmanship: 80%

80% Apple iPad mini review
Source: Digital Arts Archive.org version
The iPad mini isn’t for everyone. For most artists and designers, the larger drawing surface of the iPad Air or one of the iPad Pros would be a better choice – with the decision between these based mainly on your budget. But if you’re the kind of person who’d actively choose a smaller page to be lighter on your feet, the iPad mini is the tablet for you.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/26/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%

90% iPad Mini 5 Review
Source: Trusted Reviews Archive.org version
The iPad Mini 5 is excellent for the purpose for which it's designed. This isn’t a productivity beast, nor is it attempting to replace your laptop; it’s a super-fast tablet that will slip easily into your bag and act as an incredible gaming and video-viewing machine.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/25/2019
Rating: Total score: 90%

80% iPad mini (2019) review
Source: Techradar Archive.org version
The iPad mini 2019 is Apple’s most totable iPad, and it’s deceptively powerful for its small size. It has a bright 7.9-inch display that works with the Apple Pencil and a chipset that smokes the small tablet competition. Its price is equally deceptive, costing more than the larger iPad 9.7. For its asking price, we would have loved to have seen an 'iPad Pro mini' and Apple Pencil Gen 2 support, but it’s hard not to love this charming little tab.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/24/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%

100% Apple iPad Mini (2019) review
Source: What Hi-Fi Archive.org version
Outwardly, the new iPad Mini doesn’t look like much of a departure from its predecessor, and even some of its improvements, including to the camera and touchscreen pencil, will be wasted on those who use it purely as a media consumption device.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/24/2019
Rating: Total score: 100%

90% Apple iPad Mini (2019) review: Small, but a powerful tablet
Source: The Indian Express Archive.org version
I have tested the iPad Mini 5 for well over a week, and I can confidently say Apple’s mini tablet is better than any other Android tablet on the market. I guess a lot of people would be willing to buy the iPad Mini as it does basically 85 per cent of what the iPad Pro does. The Apple Pencil support is a huge bonus, so is the new A12 Bionic chipset. At Rs 34,900, the iPad Mini delivers more than it promises.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/21/2019
Rating: Total score: 90%

iPad Mini review: Size is its charm
Source: Bill Bennett Archive.org version
If you want a tablet for reading and writing while you’re on the go, it’s ideal. The iPad Mini is a good choice for taking notes and consuming media. It’s also a great upgrade for owners of long-in-the-tooth first generation iPad Minis. I suspect this will follow its ancestor to become another classic.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/19/2019

80% iPad mini (2019) review
Source: Tech Advisor Archive.org version
The iPad mini proves that this form factor is still desirable and useful even in an age of larger smartphones. With the A12 processor at an affordable base price, Apple’s smallest tablet is a tiny powerhouse of a computer. Yes, the design is seven years old but with the addition of Apple Pencil support and with decent battery life, Apple has breathed new life back into the iPad mini. Not everyone wants or needs to spend £1,000 on an iPad Pro.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/19/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%

80% Apple iPad mini 5 (2019) review: If it ain’t broke...
Source: It Pro Archive.org version
The 5th-generation iPad mini might not massively shake things up compared to its predecessor, but massive performance improvements combined with the mini's near-perfect form factor make Apple's diminutive tablet an absolute joy to use.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/12/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%

80% iPad mini (2019) review
Source: Macworld.co.uk Archive.org version
The iPad mini lives on in a very capable package that includes the blazingly fast A12 chip. It's the cheapest hardware with Apple's latest processor. The ageing design is a downside, but this iPad design is a certified classic and we don’t think it’ll put many people off – it doesn’t us. With a headphone jack, outstanding performance, Pencil support and unrivalled portability in the tablet market, the iPad mini is a surprisingly excellent upgrade on a product we thought was about to bow out.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/09/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%

90% iPad mini (2019) review: Petite, portable power
Source: Macworld.co.uk Archive.org version
The exterior design of the iPad hasn't changed much since 2015, which means it doesn't have some of Apple's better recent tablet features. Still, the A12 Bionic chip packs a heavy punch and support for the first-gen Apple Pencil makes it a more versatile tablet than before.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/05/2019
Rating: Total score: 90%

85% iPad mini (2019) Review
Source: Phone Arena Archive.org version
For those of you who are new to the mini altogether and looking for a tablet of this size, you truly can’t do better than the latest iPad mini, and the $399 and $549 prices for the 64 GB and 256 GB, respectively, will deliver you value for years to come.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/04/2019
Rating: Total score: 85%

80% Apple iPad mini (2019) review
Source: Stuff TV Archive.org version
If you need something more, you might be surprised at how capable this tiny device is, although the Air or Pro line remain smarter investments for being productive. That said, if you’re flush with cash and want an additional iPad that’s very pocketable, powerful, and good for on the move, this update instantly shifts the mini from ‘miss’ to ‘hit’ – even if it looks like it beamed in from 2015.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/04/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%

80% Apple iPad mini 2019 Review Editor's Choice
Source: Laptop Mag Archive.org version
The new iPad mini is the most powerful and versatile small tablet for the money, complete with Apple Pencil support, though the design is a bit dated.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/02/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%

85% Apple iPad mini review (2019): Still the best small tablet
Source: Engadget Archive.org version
It took Apple three years to update the iPad mini, and the improvements here mean the wait was mostly worth it. This time, Apple gave its small tablet the same performance as its flagship iPhone XS, an improved screen, and support for its Apple Pencil. That makes for a definitively modern iPad experience, but the mini’s dated design makes the tablet feel a little older than it should. And beyond that, Apple hasn’t broken any new ground here; everything good about the new mini has appeared in the company’s other products before. All told, this is the best small tablet you can buy right now. It’s just a little light on the thrills.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/29/2019
Rating: Total score: 85%

80% Apple iPad Mini (2019)
Source: PC Mag Archive.org version
Apple's iPad mini is the only small, premium tablet you should consider buying right now.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/22/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%

Review: iPad mini 2019 is a modern version of a small classic
Source: Six Colours Archive.org version
The new iPad mini doesn’t need to be all things to all people. It doesn’t even need to be the cheapest iPad in the product line. It just needs to be small and light while still providing the power of a modern iPad, and it does that quite well.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/21/2019

iPad mini 2019 review roundup: The best compact tablet
Source: Cult of Mac Archive.org version
The iPad mini certainly isn’t Apple’s best tablet, but it is the best compact tablet. If you want a slate that’s super-portable, offers great performance, and sports great design, there’s really only one option.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/21/2019

Apple iPad mini review (2019): Small but mighty
Source: Pocket Lint Archive.org version
There’s simply no better tablet at this size, with ultimate portability and unparalleled power for its price point.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/21/2019

75% iPad mini (2019) Review: Tiny power
Source: Mobile Syrup Archive.org version
Still, some people may value the 9.7-inch iPad's ample display size over the 7.9-inch iPad mini's screen. As a result, I'd argue the iPad mini's audience is somewhat limited. The tablet is perfect for a subset of users interested in using a tablet for reading, watching videos and maybe some light web browsing and note taking, but that also own a substantially smaller smartphone they carry around with them on a daily basis.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/21/2019
Rating: Total score: 75%

80% Apple iPad mini 2019 Review Editor's Choice
Source: Laptop Mag Archive.org version
The new iPad mini is the most powerful and versatile small tablet for the money, complete with Apple Pencil support, though the design is a bit dated.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/21/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%

Foreign Reviews

Vielleicht der perfekte Kompromiss
Source: Futurezone.at DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/20/2021

96% Apple iPad mini 5 Leistungsstarkes Kompakt-Tablet
Source: Chip.de DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/07/2020
Rating: Total score: 96% performance: 98% features: 92% display: 94% mobility: 98%

96% Apple iPad mini 5 Leistungsstarkes Kompakt-Tablet
Source: Chip.de DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/18/2019
Rating: Total score: 96% performance: 98% features: 92% display: 94% mobility: 98%

100% Apple iPad mini
Source: PCtipp.ch DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/21/2019
Rating: Total score: 100%

Apple iPad Mini 5 Gelungene Neuauflage
Source: WinFuture DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/10/2019

84% Apple iPad Mini 5 Ein geiles Format
Source: Netzwelt DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/05/2019
Rating: Total score: 84% performance: 80% features: 70% display: 80%

100% Apple iPad Mini 5 Wie gut ist das kleine Tablet wirklich?
Source: Tablet Blog DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/03/2019
Rating: Total score: 100%

87% x 16-04-2019
Source: MuyComputer ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/16/2019
Rating: Total score: 87% price: 80% performance: 90% display: 90% mobility: 90% workmanship: 85%

Apple iPad Mini 5. Pros y contras (362 €)
Source: Ofertaman ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful processor; elegant design; smart stylus pen; nice display; long battery life. Negative: Only eMMC memory; no microSD card slot; no NFC; no GPS; lightning port.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/02/2019

Apple iPad Mini 5. Pros y contras (409 €)
Source: Ofertaman ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful processor; elegant design; nice display; long battery life. Negative: No microSD; no GPS; no NFC; lightning port.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/06/2019

80% Ipad Mini 2019 Recensione: La Portabilità Prima Di Tutto
Source: Everyeye.it IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/29/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%

84% Recensione iPad Mini 5: un piccolo gioiello (foto e video)
Source: Mobile World IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/13/2019
Rating: Total score: 84% price: 75% features: 80% display: 85% mobility: 80% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 90%

90% Recensione iPad mini 2019: chi ha detto che il tablet è un sostituto del computer?
Source: Saggiamente IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/30/2019
Rating: Total score: 90%

80% iPad Mini (2019) - Vernieuwde tablet in oubollig jasje
Source: Computer Totaal NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/13/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%

Apple iPad mini (2019)
Source: Consumentenbond NL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful processor; good price; compact size.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/15/2019

70% Test de l'iPad mini 2019 (5e génération) : les nouveautés sont à l'intérieur
Source: CNet France FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/08/2019
Rating: Total score: 70%

92% Şimdi Apple Pencil desteğiyle; iPad mini (2019) incelemesi
Source: Log.com.tr TR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/30/2019
Rating: Total score: 92%

Опыт использования iPad Mini 2019: стоит ли покупать самый маленький планшет от Apple?
Source: DGL.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful processor; compact size; very suitable for tourists.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/20/2019

Обзор планшета Apple iPad mini (2019)
Source: Ixbt RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Beautiful design; high performance; support Apple Pencil; attractive price.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/06/2019

Обзор iPad mini 2019: недостающее звено
Source: Hitech Vesti RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Nice design; compact size; light weight; decent hardware. Negative: Mediocre speakers.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/23/2019

iPad Mini 5: Thiết bị hỗ trợ học tập tuyệt vời trong dịp đầu năm mới
Source: FPT shop VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Compact size; light weight; high mobility; excellent display; powerful processor; high performance.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/10/2020

Giải mã sức hút của iPad Mini 5: Chiếc iPad nhỏ gọn nhất của Apple
Source: FPT shop VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Compact size; powerful hardware; attractive price; excellent display.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/21/2019

iPad Mini 5: Mua vì hiệu năng, tính di động thay vì thiết kế
Source: FPT shop VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Great performance; high portability. Negative: Mediocre design.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/14/2019

Đánh giá iPad Mini 5: Chiếc iPad cỡ nhỏ được mong chờ nhất hiện nay
Source: FPT shop VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Impressive performance; compact size; light weight; solid workmanship.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/10/2019

Đánh giá chi tiết iPad Mini 5 2019: Nhanh hơn, mạnh hơn nhưng không có quá nhiều đột phá
Source: Cell Phones VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: High gaming performance; powerful hardware; excellent display; smart Apple Pencil.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/07/2019

Mở hộp iPad mini 5: Thiết kế truyền thống không đổi cùng công nghệ được cập nhật đáng kể
Source: Viettelstore VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Elegant design; solid workmanship; nice display; good hardware; great cameras.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/04/2019

Đánh giá iPad mini 2019 về màn hình, thiết kế, cấu hình và giá bán
Source: Viettelstore VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good price; nice display; elegant design; powerful hardware.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/27/2019

Đánh giá nhanh iPad mini 2019: Giá rẻ, chất lượng tốt
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good price; nice performance; decent hardware; compact size.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/24/2019

Những gì bạn cần biết về iPad mini 5 vừa ra mắt: Nhỏ gọn, nhưng mạnh mẽ
Source: FPT shop VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Compact size; light weight; powerful hardware.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/19/2019

Apple ra mắt iPad mini 5 (2019): Chip A12 Bionic, hỗ trợ Apple Pencil, giá từ 399 USD
Source: Nghenhin Vietnam VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful processor; support Apple Pencil; good price; compact size; nice Retina display.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/19/2019

90% Apple iPad Mini (2019)
Source: Tek.no NO→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/14/2019
Rating: Total score: 90%

TEST: iPad mini 5
Source: Dinside NO→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Compact size; light weight; elegant design; nice display; long battery life.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/07/2019

83% Apple iPad Mini (2019)
Source: Lyd og Billede DA→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/15/2019
Rating: Total score: 83%

67% iPad Mini 2019 test – en lille sværvægter
Source: Mere Mobil.dk DA→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/09/2019
Rating: Total score: 67%

70% Anmeldelse: Apple iPad Mini 2019
Source: Input DA→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 04/08/2019
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 70% performance: 80% workmanship: 60%

72% Test: Apple Ipad Mini (2019) – Liten med lite nytt
Source: Mobil.se SV→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/12/2019
Rating: Total score: 72%

85% مراجعة لجهاز iPad Mini الجديد: لازال أفضل جهاز لوحي!
Source: Unlimited Tech →EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 04/28/2019
Rating: Total score: 85%

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The Apple iPad mini 5 (2019) features a thin, light and portable design that makes it the perfect on-the-go companion. At barely 300 grams and a case 6.1 millimetres thin, it is easy to carry with one hand or take out of a pocket or bag whenever inspiration strikes. The A12 Bionic chip with Neural Engine enables a remarkable level of power and intelligence from the device. It uses real-time machine learning to recognise patterns, make predictions and learn from experience. With all this power, users can run apps like Adobe Photoshop CC, experience augmented reality or play an immersive game with some serious gaming machine graphics. As for storage capacity, it comes with 64GB and 256GB options. The iPad mini packs over 3 million pixels into a 7.9‑inch display. It has a 2048x1536 pixel resolution at 326 pixels per inch (ppi) and 500 nits of brightness. Whether users are reading in the park or editing a video in their home office, the high brightness, wide colour range and anti-reflective coating offer true-to-life detail and text. And True Tone dynamically adjusts the white balance so images look natural in any light. The front and back cameras in the iPad mini let users take vivid photos and cinematic videos. It has an 8-megapixel back camera with ƒ/2.4 aperture and a 7-megapixel front camera with ƒ/2.2 aperture, which supports 1080p HD video recording at 30 fps. But the fun does not stop there. One can make FaceTime calls with friends, scan documents and mark them up, or even use augmented reality to plan out the living room decor.

The Apple Pencil brings the iPad mini to life. It turns the iPad mini into a take‑anywhere digital notebook. Users can jot down notes, sign documents and fill out forms, or capture most creative ideas by drawing, painting or sketching on the go. iCloud keeps things like photos, files and notes safe, current and conveniently available on all devices. And the Files app lets users manage all their files in iCloud Drive and on the iPad mini in one central location. Like every Apple product, the iPad mini was designed with privacy and security in mind. Touch ID makes unlocking the iPad mini simple and secure: Users can just place their finger on the Touch ID sensor and they are good to go. The iPad mini comes with accessibility features that support vision, interaction, hearing and learning needs. Like VoiceOver, which tells users what is happening on their screen, and Switch Control, which lets users interact with the iPad mini without touching it. In conclusion, the Apple iPad mini 5 is upgraded from its predecessor with greater performance and Apple Pencil support, which makes it the best iPad mini to date. However, the price tag is also quite high as opposed to other tablets in the market, which is expected - it is thus suitable for users with a higher budget.

Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam

Apple A12 Bionic GPU: Integrated graphics card offering 4 cores designed by Apple with 50% more performance than the previous generation (A11).

Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.

A12 Bionic: System on a Chip (SoC) from Apple that integrates a processor (six 64 Bit cores, 2 performance and 4 power saving cores). The A12 Bionic is the first 7nm SoC and offers a 15 % faster CPU performance compared to the A11 according to Apple.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.

7.90":

This display format is in the mid-range for smartphones. It offers a compromise between good visibility, details and resolution on the screen, and you can still fit it into trouser pockets.

Apple: Apple is a US company founded in 1976 by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak and Ronald Wayne. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, the company is known for its innovative products such as the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch, and manufactures computers and consumer electronics as well as operating systems and application software. Apple is also a leading provider of software and services such as the App Store, iTunes and iCloud.

Apple has earned a reputation as a company that focuses on design and ease of use. As for their notebooks, they are mostly in the high-priced segment, have their own operating system, but also run Windows on the newer Macbooks.

Apple is one of the most valuable companies in the world and has a loyal following of customers and fans. The company also has a strong presence in the entertainment industry, with services like Apple Music and Apple TV+. In 2023, Apple had an approximate 8% market share of global PC sales, ranking it 4th after Lenovo, HP, and Dell.

83.91%: This rating is slightly above average, there are somewhat more devices with worse ratings. However, clear purchase recommendations look different.

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