The iPad mini 8 looks set to shake up Apple’s compact tablet game in a way we haven’t seen before. Leaks suggest it will pack the same A19 Pro chip found in the upcoming iPhone 17 Pro – a serious boost that could push this little tablet into full ‘Pro’ territory.
That means top-tier performance for everything from heavy multitasking to high-end gaming, without breaking a sweat.
The A19 Pro is expected to come with a 6-core GPU, giving the iPad mini 8 console-like graphics power in a slim, portable form. And if you’ve been wondering about Apple’s display plans, this is where things get even more exciting – the mini is reportedly jumping from LCD to OLED. Expect richer colors, true blacks, and higher contrast, making it a dream for movies, creative work, and games.
Apple’s usual three-year update cycle means the iPad mini 8 is likely to launch in 2027, following the 2024 iPad mini 7 refresh. That’s a wait, but considering the leap in processing power and display tech, it might just be worth it. Alongside it, Apple’s working on a refreshed low-cost iPad powered by the A18 chip from the iPhone 16 series, expected as early as next spring.
If all these rumors hold true, the iPad mini 8 won’t just be an upgrade – it’ll be the compact tablet that redefines what small can do.