Updated 1 Nov 2026
Is the Xiaomi Pad 8 worth it?
Yes — the most tablet for the money in the UK.
Its Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chip outperforms anything else at this price, the 11.2-inch 3.2K 144Hz screen is sharp and smooth, battery life is long, and it charges at 45W. At 485g and under 6mm it's easy to carry. Xiaomi's HyperOS software still frustrates in places, the screen has a couple of small downgrades from the Pad 7, there's no water resistance, and the pen and keyboard cost extra. It isn't sold in the US.
63%of 8 owners give it 4 or 5 stars
- Near-flagship speed for the price
- Sharp 11.2-inch 144Hz screen
- Long battery, slim and light
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What owners say
The few verified owners like its speed and price. One finds some HDR films far too dark.
Good to know
- HyperOS software is fiddly and full of extras.
- HDR films can look dark in some apps.
- No water resistance.
- Not sold in the US.
From 8 buyer ratings at Otto (Germany), every complaint read by us, November 2026. How we do this
What they love
- FastMentioned a lot
- Good valueMentioned a lot
What they complain about
Hardly any: just 3 of 8 owners gave it 3 stars or fewer, and no complaint came up often enough to list.
Get it if…
- You want the fastest tablet you can get for under £400.
- You play games or multitask.
- You want something light to carry.
Skip it if…
- You have an iPhone: the iPad (A16) suits you better.
- You want a pen in the box: the Galaxy Tab S10 FE includes one.
More on the Xiaomi Pad 8
How we reached this verdict
Tech Advisor calls it the best-value Android tablet to beat again, with specs far beyond its price, a good screen and a compact build, despite a few rough edges. Expert Reviews praises the slim, sturdy design, excellent performance and battery that beat the basic iPad by almost five hours, but HyperOS still frustrates and rivals cost less. Otto owners in Germany like its speed and value; one found HDR films too dark.
We compared independent expert reviews with the manufacturer's specifications, then checked it's sold at a major retailer where you live. We don't test products ourselves.
Sources: Tech Advisor, Expert Reviews, Xiaomi, Tom's Guide, TechRadar, manufacturer specifications.
Updated 1 Nov 2026How we decide