Introduced in October of the previous year, the iPad Mini 7 showcases a more compact and portable design integrated with advanced Apple Intelligence capabilities. Despite being a recent launch, this model currently features a notable price drop of $100, making it available for only $399 (down from $499), marking the most significant discount since its release, as noted by various price-tracking websites.

Equipped with the A17 Pro chipset—also featured in the iPhone 15 Pro—the iPad Mini 7 is a powerful device, one generation behind the A-series chip in the upcoming iPhone 16 line. Released only a year ago, it is built to receive ongoing support from Apple for several years. When compared to the iPad Mini 6, it boasts a performance increase of 30%, surpassing the A15 Bionic chipset in speed. Additionally, it supports Apple Intelligence, integrating innovative features like notification summaries and AI-based writing tools. Users can also benefit from the compatibility with the new Apple Pencil Pro, along with support for Wi-Fi 6E and initial storage starting at 128GB—double that of the iPad Mini 6’s base model.

With dimensions of 7.7 by 5.3 by 0.3 inches and a weight of 1.1 lbs, the Mini 7 holds the title of Apple’s most compact tablet. Its display is an 8.3-inch screen featuring a resolution of 2,226 by 1,448 pixels. A review described by PCMag as “excellent” highlights that users can anticipate around 7 hours and 23 minutes of usage on a full charge. Besides the capabilities of Apple Intelligence and compatibility with the Apple Pencil Pro, there aren’t many reasons to upgrade if you already own the 6th generation iPad Mini. Nevertheless, for those in search of a compact iPad or wishing to update to a model featuring the latest features, the new iPad Mini offers a significant reduction in price compared to its predecessor, making it a fantastic buy.