Huawei MatePad 11.5 S 256GB vs Xiaomi Pad 8 256GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 5 of the specs we have recorded, and the Xiaomi Pad 8 256GB is cheaper by SAR 82 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • More memory for multitasking (12 GB vs 8 GB)
  • Lower weight: 380 g vs 485 g
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 82

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

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

Key differences

  • Screen size

    11.5 in11.2 in
  • Memory (RAM)

    ✓ 12 GB8 GB
  • Resolution

    2800 x 18402560 x 1600

Specifications side by side

16 of 16 specs

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Spec
HuaweiSAR 2,183
Huawei MatePad 11.5 S 256GB specs
XiaomiSAR 2,101
Xiaomi Pad 8 256GB specs
Reference priceSAR 2,183SAR 2,101
Screen size11.5 in11.2 in
Memory (RAM)✓ 12 GB8 GB
Processor—Snapdragon 8s Gen 4
Battery capacity8,800 mAh9,200 mAh
Cellular (SIM)Yes—
Storage256 GB256 GB
Stylus supportYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in screen size between the Huawei MatePad 11.5 S 256GB and the Xiaomi Pad 8 256GB?

Screen size is higher on the Huawei MatePad 11.5 S 256GB: 11.5 in vs 11.2 in on the Xiaomi Pad 8 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in storage between the Huawei MatePad 11.5 S 256GB and the Xiaomi Pad 8 256GB?

No difference here: storage is 256 GB on both.

What is the difference in stylus support between the Huawei MatePad 11.5 S 256GB and the Xiaomi Pad 8 256GB?

No difference here: stylus support is Yes on both.

What is the difference in memory (RAM) between the Huawei MatePad 11.5 S 256GB and the Xiaomi Pad 8 256GB?

Memory (RAM) is higher on the Huawei MatePad 11.5 S 256GB: 12 GB vs 8 GB on the Xiaomi Pad 8 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.