Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro)
Exact average 85.0 · all scores printed by the outlets
4 professional reviewers tested the Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro), and 4 recommend it. Most praised: performance.
Reviewed by Tom's Guide, The Disconnekt, Trusted Reviews and 1 more
Early score: only 4 professional reviews so far. Expect it to move as more reviews come in.
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What 4 critics said
Highest score first · all converted to 0–100- 90Tom's Guide
A modest but worthwhile update with faster performance and more storage at the same price, keeping the portable design and good display.
Read Tom's Guide review - 90The Disconnekt
A compact, fast, lovely small tablet that the reviewer calls a favourite for browsing and note-taking.
Read The Disconnekt review - 80Trusted Reviews
The best small tablet available, with faster internals and Pencil Pro support, though not a big step from the Mini 6.
Read Trusted Reviews review - 80Expert Reviews
A brilliant compact tablet that makes an outstanding digital notepad, with plenty of power.
Read Expert Reviews review
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What critics dislike most
No clear pattern.
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Common questions
Is the Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro) worth it?
Most critics think so: 4 of 4 recommend it.
Do critics agree about the Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro)?
Critics agree: scores range from 80 (Trusted Reviews) to 90 (Tom's Guide), a spread of 10 points across 4 reviews. Reviewers broadly agree.
What is the best alternative to the Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro)?
The OnePlus Pad 3 (critic score 88), top pick, narrowly.