Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB vs Honor MagicPad2 256GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 7 of the specs we have recorded, and the Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB is cheaper by SAR 193 (prices checked 11 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 193
  • Has cellular (SIM); the other doesn't
  • Larger screen size: 12.3 in vs 8.3 in
  • More memory for multitasking (12 GB vs 6 GB)

The deciding difference here: screen size and memory (RAM) and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Screen size

    8.3 in✓ 12.3 in
  • Memory (RAM)

    6 GB✓ 12 GB
  • Display type

    8.3-inch Liquid Retina displayOLED

Specifications side by side

16 of 16 specs

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Spec
AppleSAR 3,412
Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB specs
HonorSAR 3,605
Honor MagicPad2 256GB specs
Reference priceSAR 3,412SAR 3,605
Screen size8.3 in✓ 12.3 in
Memory (RAM)6 GB✓ 12 GB
ProcessorApple A15 BionicSnapdragon 8s Gen 3
Battery capacity—10,050 mAh
Stylus supportYes—
Cellular (SIM)✓ YesNo
Storage256 GB256 GB

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in screen size between the Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB and the Honor MagicPad2 256GB?

Screen size is higher on the Honor MagicPad2 256GB: 12.3 in vs 8.3 in on the Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in processor between the Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB and the Honor MagicPad2 256GB?

Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB: Apple A15 Bionic; Honor MagicPad2 256GB: Snapdragon 8s Gen 3. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in storage between the Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB and the Honor MagicPad2 256GB?

No difference here: storage is 256 GB on both.

What is the difference in cellular (SIM) between the Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB and the Honor MagicPad2 256GB?

Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB: Yes; Honor MagicPad2 256GB: No. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.