Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB vs Xiaomi REDMI Pad 2 Pro 5G 256GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 11 of the specs we have recorded, and the Xiaomi REDMI Pad 2 Pro 5G 256GB is cheaper by SAR 924 (prices checked 11 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • More memory for multitasking (12 GB vs 8 GB)
  • Larger screen refresh rate: 144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Lower weight: 555 g vs 610 g · slight difference
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 924
  • Bigger battery for longer sessions (12,000 mAh vs 10,100 mAh)

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

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

Key differences

  • Screen size

    12 in12.1 in
  • Memory (RAM)

    ✓ 12 GB8 GB
  • Display type

    LCD PaperMatteAMOLED

Specifications side by side

16 of 16 specs

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Spec
HuaweiSAR 2,404
Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB specs
XiaomiSAR 1,480
Xiaomi REDMI Pad 2 Pro 5G 256GB specs
Reference priceSAR 2,404SAR 1,480
Screen size12 in12.1 in
Memory (RAM)✓ 12 GB8 GB
Battery capacity10,100 mAh✓ 12,000 mAh
Stylus supportYes—
Storage256 GB256 GB
Cellular (SIM)YesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in screen size between the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB and the Xiaomi REDMI Pad 2 Pro 5G 256GB?

Screen size is higher on the Xiaomi REDMI Pad 2 Pro 5G 256GB: 12.1 in vs 12 in on the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in storage between the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB and the Xiaomi REDMI Pad 2 Pro 5G 256GB?

No difference here: storage is 256 GB on both.

What is the difference in cellular (SIM) between the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB and the Xiaomi REDMI Pad 2 Pro 5G 256GB?

No difference here: cellular (SIM) is Yes on both.

What is the difference in memory (RAM) between the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB and the Xiaomi REDMI Pad 2 Pro 5G 256GB?

Memory (RAM) is higher on the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB: 12 GB vs 8 GB on the Xiaomi REDMI Pad 2 Pro 5G 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.