Xiaomi expands its tablet lineup with the REDMI Pad 2 9.7, a more compact and portable option designed for users who want a reliable big-screen companion for entertainment, productivity, and everyday use. Positioned as an entry-level entertainment tablet, it combines a 2K high-refresh-rate display, dependable Snapdragon performance, and long battery life in a slim and travel-friendly design.
At a time when users constantly switch between work, study, and leisure, the REDMI Pad 2 9.7 is designed to deliver a practical and straightforward everyday experience. Instead of focusing on flagship-level power, it prioritizes the features most users actually need, such as smooth media playback, comfortable reading, reliable battery endurance, and portability.
Its 9.7-inch display makes it especially ideal for streaming movies, browsing social media, and reading ebooks comfortably without sacrificing portability. Combined with a large 7600mAh battery, the tablet is built for long viewing sessions, online classes, casual productivity, and even travel, where dependable battery life becomes even more important.
This makes the REDMI Pad 2 9.7 a strong fit for students, young professionals, and casual users aged 20 to 35 who want an affordable tablet that balances entertainment, efficiency, and practicality without the premium price tag.
We’re fortunate enough to have our hands on the REDMI Pad 2 9.7 in the Graphite Gray color variant, equipped with 4GB RAM and 128GB of storage. The device is also available in Silver. In this hands-on review, the tablet is evaluated from unboxing to real-world usage to help users decide whether it fits their daily entertainment, study, and productivity needs.
Unboxing / Accessories
The REDMI Pad 2 9.7 comes in clean, minimalist white packaging that highlights the device on the front, along with the product name in bold. Key highlights are printed on the box, including the 9.7-inch 2K 120Hz display, 7600mAh battery, Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 platform, and Xiaomi HyperOS 3.
Inside the box, the experience is straightforward and complete. You get the tablet itself, a USB Type-A to USB Type-C cable, a power adapter, a SIM card ejector tool, and standard documentation. Everything needed for immediate setup is included.
Also included is the REDMI Pad 2 Cover 9.7, a minimalist folio-style case designed specifically for this model. The tri-fold protective case doubles as a sturdy stand for hands-free viewing, making it useful for streaming, studying, video calls, and travel. It automatically wakes the tablet when opened and puts it into sleep mode when closed. Made with textured PU material and impact-resistant PC, the case feels durable while also adding extra protection for daily use.
Build Quality / Design
The REDMI Pad 2 9.7 features a high-strength aluminum alloy metal unibody design that feels solid and durable in hand. Despite its large battery, the tablet remains slim at 7.4mm and lightweight at 406g, making it comfortable for long use.
Its design is intentionally simple and practical. The flat edges improve grip, especially during one-handed use, while the overall build feels stable and resistant to flexing. Xiaomi states that the tablet passed more than 40 rigorous quality checks, reinforcing its focus on durability for everyday use.
In real-world use, this makes it ideal for reading ebooks, browsing social media, or watching series for extended periods, especially during travel or downtime. It is designed to be carried easily in a bag without feeling bulky.
The tablet is available in Graphite Gray and Silver, both offering a clean and minimalist aesthetic that fits casual, school, or professional environments.
Multimedia Experience
The highlight of the REDMI Pad 2 9.7 is its 9.7-inch 2K crystal-clear display with a resolution of 2048 × 1280 and a 16:10 aspect ratio. The size feels just right for reading ebooks, watching movies, and browsing content comfortably without sacrificing portability.
The display supports a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 180Hz touch sampling rate, making scrolling, app navigation, and animations feel noticeably smoother compared to standard 60Hz tablets. Whether browsing social media, reading articles, or watching videos, the experience feels fluid and responsive.
Brightness reaches up to 600 nits in Outdoor mode, which helps improve visibility when using the tablet outdoors. Combined with TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light, Flicker Free, and Circadian Friendly certifications, the display is designed to reduce eye strain during longer viewing sessions.
For entertainment, the REDMI Pad 2 9.7 is Widevine L1 certified, allowing supported streaming platforms to play content in HD quality. This makes a noticeable difference when watching movies and series.
Audio is handled by immersive stereo speakers with Hi-Res Audio certification. The speakers are loud enough for casual viewing sessions, while the inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack remains a practical addition for users who prefer wired earphones or headphones.
Camera
The REDMI Pad 2 9.7 comes with an 8MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera, both capable of recording up to 1080p video at 30fps.
Like most tablets in this category, the cameras are designed more for convenience rather than photography. The rear camera works well for scanning documents, taking quick reference photos, or sharing notes.
Meanwhile, the front camera is more practical for online classes, Zoom meetings, and video calls. The landscape-oriented placement also feels more natural during virtual meetings and media use.
For most users, the cameras are best treated as a useful secondary feature rather than a primary reason to buy the device.
Performance
The REDMI Pad 2 9.7 is powered by the Snapdragon® 6s 4G Gen 2 Mobile Platform built on a 6nm manufacturing process, paired with the Adreno 610 GPU. It comes in 4GB + 64GB and 4GB + 128GB configurations using LPDDR4X memory and UFS 2.2 storage.
For daily use, the tablet performs reliably for browsing, streaming, reading, attending online classes, social media, and light multitasking. Xiaomi also states that the chipset offers improved heat dissipation and up to 34% better performance compared to the previous generation.
Benchmark Results
The REDMI Pad 2 9.7 delivers stable entry-level performance suited for everyday entertainment and productivity.
In Geekbench 6, the device achieved a single-core score of 486 and a multi-core score of 1,342, showing reliable performance for browsing, streaming, and basic multitasking.
The device achieved a Work 3.0 performance score of 6163, reflecting consistent responsiveness during everyday productivity tasks and media consumption.
In AnTuTu Benchmark v11.1.2, the REDMI Pad 2 9.7 recorded a score of 406,055, positioning it as a capable entry-level tablet focused on efficiency and smooth everyday usability.
For graphics stress testing, the Wild Life Extreme Stress Test showed a best loop score of 138, lowest loop score of 122, and stability of 88.4%, indicating stable sustained performance under load.
Overall, these benchmark results position the REDMI Pad 2 9.7 as a practical tablet designed for entertainment, study, and casual everyday use rather than heavy gaming or demanding workloads.
The tablet also supports expandable storage up to 2TB, giving users more flexibility for storing videos, ebooks, music, apps, and files.
Battery
Battery life is one of the strongest features of the REDMI Pad 2 9.7. It is equipped with a large 7600mAh (typ) battery designed for all-day use.
In Work 3.0 battery testing, the device achieved 6 hours and 23 minutes, showing consistent endurance under simulated workloads.
In real-world usage, Xiaomi claims up to 1.7 days of usage, depending on activities such as streaming, browsing, reading, and light productivity.
Additional battery test results include:
- PCMark battery test: 14 hours 50 minutes
- Video loop test: 16 hours 20 minutes
For travel, online classes, or long viewing sessions, this level of endurance makes the tablet dependable without constantly needing to recharge.
Charging is handled via USB Type-C with support for 18W fast charging, while a 15W charger is included in the box. A full charge takes approximately 2 hours and 39 minutes, offering a stable and predictable charging experience.
Verdict
The REDMI Pad 2 9.7 is a practical everyday tablet built for users who prioritize entertainment, portability, and battery life over raw performance. It is especially well suited for students, casual users, and young professionals looking for a dependable device for streaming, reading, studying, and video calls.
Its 2K 120Hz display makes everyday use enjoyable, whether reading ebooks, watching movies, or browsing social media. The large 7600mAh battery also gives users confidence for long classes, trips, or full-day use without worrying too much about charging.
Features such as Widevine L1 certification, expandable storage up to 2TB, stereo speakers, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and the bundled REDMI Pad 2 Cover 9.7 all add practical value to the overall experience.
Performance is stable for daily tasks and casual gaming, although users should still manage expectations when it comes to heavier workloads or demanding multitasking due to the 4GB RAM configuration.
For its price range, the REDMI Pad 2 9.7 succeeds at what it is designed to do. It delivers a balanced experience focused on everyday usability, entertainment, and portability without unnecessary complications.
For students, travelers, and casual users who simply want a reliable and easy-to-use tablet, the REDMI Pad 2 9.7 is one of the more sensible budget options available today.
REDMI Pad 2 9.7 Specs
- Snapdragon® 6s 4G Gen 2 Mobile Platform
- 6nm manufacturing process
- Adreno 610 GPU
- Octa-core CPU
- 9.7-inch 2K display (2048 × 1280)
- 120Hz refresh rate
- Up to 180Hz touch sampling rate
- 500 nits typical brightness
- 600 nits Outdoor mode brightness
- TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified
- TÜV Rheinland Flicker Free Certified
- TÜV Rheinland Circadian Friendly Certified
- 4GB + 64GB / 4GB + 128GB
- LPDDR4X memory
- UFS 2.2 storage
- Expandable storage up to 2TB
- 7600mAh battery
- 18W fast charging
- USB Type-C
- 8MP rear camera
- 5MP front camera
- 1080p 30fps video recording
- Immersive stereo speakers
- Hi-Res Audio
- 3.5mm headphone jack
- Wi-Fi 5
- Bluetooth® 5.0
- Xiaomi HyperOS 3
- AI Face Unlock
- Metal unibody design
- 226.51mm × 147.97mm × 7.4mm
- 406g
- Colors: Graphite Gray, Silver
Price and Availability
The REDMI Pad 2 9.7 officially became available in the Philippines starting April 30 through Xiaomi’s official Shopee and Lazada stores.
The 4GB + 64GB variant is offered exclusively online and is priced at ₱7,999 for the Wi-Fi model and ₱8,999 for the 4G version. Both are available in Graphite Gray and Silver color options.
Meanwhile, the 4GB + 128GB variant is available exclusively through authorized Xiaomi stores nationwide. The Wi-Fi version retails for ₱8,999, while the 4G model is priced at ₱9,999. These variants are also available in Graphite Gray and Silver.
Consumers can check Xiaomi’s official online stores and social media pages for updates regarding nationwide availability, promos, and participating authorized retailers.
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