# Apple’s OLED iPad mini adds water resistance and faster performance

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/ipad-mini-oled-vs-ipad-mini-whats-new/
- Published: 2026-11-04T01:00:00+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-04T01:29:30+00:00
- Original publisher: Engadget
- Original article: https://www.engadget.com/2303546/ipad-mini-oled-vs-ipad-mini-comparison/
- Topics: Software, Technology

## Key points

- OLED brings a brighter, larger display.
- The A20 Pro boosts graphics and AI performance.
- Prices start at $699, with no ProMotion.

## Summary

Apple’s new iPad mini brings a faster processor, an OLED display and water resistance, making it a substantial update to its compact tablet. The changes matter most for people who use the device for demanding apps, HDR content or creative work, but the higher price and 60Hz screen may temper its appeal.

The tablet has an 8.5-inch display with up to 1,200 nits of peak HDR brightness, and is thinner and lighter than its predecessor. Apple claims the A20 Pro is up to 2.7 times faster for graphics and 4.5 times faster for AI tasks; other additions include an IP67 rating, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 and a landscape-positioned front camera. Prices start at $699 for 128GB, $200 more than the previous model, while a 512GB cellular version with nano-texture glass costs $1,249.

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