Xiaomi officially released the Pad 8 and Pad 8 Pro in the Philippines today to offer its thinnest and most powerful tablets. These devices feature a 5.75mm ultra-thin profile and run on Snapdragon 8 series processors for high-performance productivity. Both models utilize an 11.2-inch 3.2K display with a 144Hz refresh rate and a 9200mAh battery.
The Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro uses the Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform to handle intensive tasks and supports 67W HyperCharge. This model includes a 50MP rear camera and a 32MP front camera for high-quality video calls. Xiaomi offers the Pad 8 Pro in a Matte Glass version with anti-reflective coating to improve stylus performance and reduce sparkle. This Pro variant provides up to 512GB of storage for large project files.
The standard Xiaomi Pad 8 utilizes the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 Mobile Platform for efficient multitasking. It supports 45W turbo charging and includes a 13MP rear camera for daily use. The tablet offers up to 256GB of storage and works with the new Xiaomi Focus Pen Pro. This 17.5g stylus features pressure-sensitive control and supports pinch gestures for interaction with documents.
Xiaomi HyperOS 3 introduces a revised split-screen layout and a Workstation Mode for better window management. The system supports a PC-level browser with right-click functionality and mouse-hover previews. Users access WPS Office PC for native document editing through the device. These tools help professionals transition between tasks and collaborate across different Xiaomi hardware.
The new Xiaomi Focus Pen Pro weighs only 17.5g and provides precise pressure-sensitive control for digital artists. This stylus supports intuitive pinch and double-tap gestures to help users interact with artwork and documents. Xiaomi also released a range of focus keyboards and covers to turn these tablets into complete mobile workstations.
The Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro 8+256GB retails for PHP 38,999 (PHP 36,999 pre-order until March 26), while the Xiaomi Pad 8 retails for PHP 29,999 (PHP 27,999 pre-order until March 26). These prices include the respective Focus Keyboard for each model. Customers can choose from three color options: Pine Green, Gray, and Blue. These products are available at authorized Xiaomi stores and official online platforms nationwide.
Xiaomi Pad 8 and Pad 8 Pro Specs
Body: All-metal one-piece body
Dimensions: 251.22mm × 173.42mm × 5.75mm
Weight: 485g
Colors: Pine Green, Blue, Gray
Screen-to-Body Ratio: 85.4%
Display
Size: 11.2-inch 3:2 crystal-clear display
Resolution: 3.2K (3,200 × 2,136), 345 ppi
Refresh Rate: Up to 144Hz
Brightness: Adaptive HDR with 800-nit peak brightness
Certifications: TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light, Flicker Free, and Circadian Friendly
Video Support: Dolby Vision
Performance
Xiaomi Pad 8: Processor: Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 (4nm)
GPU: Adreno 825
Memory/Storage: 8GB+128GB, 8GB+256GB, or 12GB+256GB
Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro: Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite (3nm)
GPU: Adreno 830
Memory/Storage: 8GB+128GB, 8GB+256GB, or 12GB+512GB
RAM/UFS Version: 8GB: LPDDR5X | 12GB: LPDDR5T
128GB: UFS 3.1 | 256GB/512GB: UFS 4.1
Battery and Charging
Battery Capacity: 9,200mAh (typical)
Charging (Pad 8): 45W turbo charging
Charging (Pad 8 Pro): 67W HyperCharge
Port: USB Type-C
Camera System
Xiaomi Pad 8: Rear: 13MP (f/2.2 PDAF)
Front: 8MP (f/2.28)
Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro: Rear: 50MP (f/1.8 PDAF)
Front: 32MP (f/2.2)
Audio and Connectivity
Audio: Immersive quad speakers, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res & Hi-Res Wireless Audio
Volume: 200% volume boost
Wireless: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4
Wired: USB 3.2 Gen 1
Intelligence and Ecosystem
Software: Xiaomi HyperOS 3.0
AI Features: Xiaomi HyperAI (AI Writing, AI Interpreter, AI Calculator, AI Art)
Google Integration: Circle to Search with Google, Google Gemini
Compatible Accessories
Xiaomi Focus Pen Pro
Xiaomi Pad 8 / 8 Pro Focus Keyboard
Xiaomi Pad 8 / 8 Pro Keyboard
Xiaomi Pad 8 / 8 Pro Cover
