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Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1")

Starting at

£99.00
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Xiaomi Pad 5 (11.0", 2021)

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£198.00
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What's the difference between the Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") and Xiaomi Pad 5 (11.0", 2021)?

Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") vs Xiaomi Pad 5 (11.0", 2021) comes down to the RAM, screen size and weight. Refurbished, the Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") starts at £99, £99 less than the Xiaomi Pad 5 (11.0", 2021).

Refurbished from

£99£198

RAM

4 GB6 GB

Screen size

10.1 inch11.0 inch

Weight

450 g511 g
  • The Xiaomi Pad 5 (11.0", 2021) has more RAM: 6 GB vs 4 GB.
  • The Xiaomi Pad 5 (11.0", 2021) has a bigger screen: 11.0 inch vs 10.1 inch.
  • The Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") has a lighter build: 450 g vs 511 g.

Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") vs Xiaomi Pad 5 (11.0", 2021) specs

The Iconia Tab A10-21 and Xiaomi Pad 5 are both Android tablets with USB Type-C connectors and Wi-Fi connectivity. The Xiaomi Pad 5 offers a larger 11.0 inch screen with a higher resolution, making it better for detailed viewing and media. It also comes with faster processor speed, more RAM, and larger storage, which suits users needing smoother multitasking and more space. The Iconia Tab A10-21 has a smaller 10.1 inch screen and less memory, ideal for everyday use and simpler tasks. Both have webcams and similar weight, though the Xiaomi Pad 5 is slightly heavier. Buyers should choose based on whether they prioritise screen quality and performance or a more compact, straightforward tablet experience.

Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") vs Xiaomi Pad 5 (11.0", 2021) price

Colour

  • SilverSold out
  • WhiteSold out

Storage

  • 64GBSold out
  • 128GBSold out

Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") vs Xiaomi Pad 5 (11.0", 2021) battery life and software updates

Battery

N/A8720 mAh

Maximum operating system supported

N/AAndroid 13

Year of release

N/A2021

Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") vs Xiaomi Pad 5 (11.0", 2021) performance

Performance affects how smoothly a tablet runs apps and handles multitasking. The Iconia Tab A10-21 and Xiaomi Pad 5 differ in processor speed, RAM, and storage capacity, which shape how each performs in daily use.

Processor Speed

The Xiaomi Pad 5 has a processor speed of 2.96 GHz, which supports faster operation and responsiveness in apps that benefit from higher clock rates. The Iconia Tab A10-21 runs at 1.8000 GHz, which suits basic tasks and everyday apps.

Memory Capacity

With 6 GB of RAM, the Xiaomi Pad 5 keeps more apps open and supports smoother multitasking. The Iconia Tab A10-21 has 4 GB of RAM, which handles everyday use well but is suited for fewer simultaneous tasks.

Storage Options

The Xiaomi Pad 5 offers 128GB of storage, providing more room for apps, media, and files. The Iconia Tab A10-21 comes with 64GB, which fits general use and smaller libraries of content.

Chipset

N/AQualcomm Snapdragon 860

Processor

N/AQualcomm Snapdragon 860

Processor brand

N/AQualcomm

Processor speed ghz

1.8000 GHz2.96 GHz

RAM

4 GB6 GB

Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") vs Xiaomi Pad 5 (11.0", 2021) screen

Screen quality shapes how enjoyable a tablet is for viewing content and working. These two tablets differ in size and resolution, affecting clarity and screen real estate.

Screen Size

The Xiaomi Pad 5 features an 11.0 inch screen, offering more space for watching videos, browsing, or working. The Iconia Tab A10-21 has a 10.1 inch screen, which is more compact and easier to hold for longer periods.

Resolution

With a resolution of 1600 x 2560, the Xiaomi Pad 5 delivers sharper and more detailed images, ideal for high-definition media and reading. The Iconia Tab A10-21's 1280 x 800 resolution suits everyday viewing but with less fine detail.

Pixel density

N/A280ppp

Refresh rate

N/A120 Hz

Resolution

1280 x 8001600 x 2560

Screen size

10.1 inch11.0 inch

Screen type

N/AIPS LCD

Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") vs Xiaomi Pad 5 (11.0", 2021) camera

Front camera

N/A8 megapixels

Main camera

N/A13 megapixels

Speakers

N/AStereo speakers (4 speakers)

Webcam

YesYes

Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") vs Xiaomi Pad 5 (11.0", 2021) size and design

Other features such as cameras, weight, and connectivity influence practical daily use. Both tablets share some common traits but also differ in key areas.

Camera Resolution

The Xiaomi Pad 5 has a 13 megapixel camera, which captures more detail in photos and video compared to the Iconia Tab A10-21's 8 megapixel camera. This makes the Xiaomi Pad 5 preferable for users who use their tablet for photography or video calls.

Weight

The Iconia Tab A10-21 weighs 450 g, making it lighter and potentially easier to carry or hold for long sessions. The Xiaomi Pad 5 weighs 511 g, which adds some heft but may feel more substantial.

Carrier and SIM Compatibility

Neither the Iconia Tab A10-21 nor the Xiaomi Pad 5 includes a SIM port or double SIM functionality. Both are designed for use on Wi-Fi networks only.

Connector Type

Both tablets use USB Type-C connectors, offering standardised charging and data transfer.

120hz

N/AYes

Carrier compatibility

Without SIM PortWithout SIM Port

Connector

USB-CUSB-C

Depth

N/A6.9 mm

Double sim

NoNo

Height

N/A254.7 mm

Megapixels

813

Network

Wi-FiWi-Fi

Weight

450 g511 g

Width

N/A166.3 mm

With stylus pencil

N/AYes

Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") or Xiaomi Pad 5 (11.0", 2021): which should you buy?

Buy the Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") if

  • you want to spend less: it starts at £99, £99 less than the Xiaomi Pad 5 (11.0", 2021)
  • you want a lighter build (450 g vs 511 g)

Buy the Xiaomi Pad 5 (11.0", 2021) if

  • you want more RAM (6 GB vs 4 GB)
  • you want a bigger screen (11.0 inch vs 10.1 inch)

Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") vs Xiaomi Pad 5 (11.0", 2021) FAQs

Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") vs Xiaomi Pad 5 (11.0", 2021) comes down to the RAM, screen size and weight. The Xiaomi Pad 5 (11.0", 2021) has more RAM: 6 GB vs 4 GB. The Xiaomi Pad 5 (11.0", 2021) has a bigger screen: 11.0 inch vs 10.1 inch.

The Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") is cheaper refurbished, from £99 compared with £198 for the Xiaomi Pad 5 (11.0", 2021).

Refurbished, the Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") comes in 64GB, and the Xiaomi Pad 5 (11.0", 2021) in 128GB.

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