Apple iPad mini 7.9" 4th Generation vs Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1"
Apple iPad mini 7.9" 4th Generation 2015, A8, 2GB, 128GB, Silver
Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" 2025, MediaTek Dimensity 6400, 8GB, 128GB, Luna Grey
What Buyers Say
Apple iPad mini 7.9" 4th Generation 2015, A8, 2GB, 128GB, Silver
The refurbished iPad is generally well-liked for its value and condition, with several buyers calling it "like new." However, one unit arrived with scratches, discoloration, and a screen bubble, leading to a return. Overall, it's a good buy if you get a good unit, but quality control seems inconsistent.
Pros
- Like-new condition
- Great value for money
- No glitches or malfunctions
- Works perfectly for Family Sharing
- Generous return policy
Cons
- Scratches on back
- Discoloration
- Screen bubble defect
- Non-original packaging
- Non-Apple charger included
Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" 2025, MediaTek Dimensity 6400, 8GB, 128GB, Luna Grey
The Lenovo Idea Tab Plus is widely praised for its excellent value, vibrant display, good battery life, and smooth performance for everyday tasks like media consumption, note-taking, and light gaming. Many users appreciate the included stylus and AI features, though some find the AI intrusive and the device comes with unwanted bloatware. A few reviewers note inconsistent performance under heavy load, slow Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi 5), and a non-functional battery charge limiter.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Vibrant and sharp display
- Good battery life
- Smooth performance for daily tasks
- Included stylus and AI features
Cons
- Pre-installed bloatware and unwanted apps
- Intrusive AI features hard to disable
- Inconsistent performance under heavy load
- Slow Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi 5 only)
- Non-functional battery charge limiter
Scores
Specifications
| Apple iPad mini 7.9" 4th Generation | Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Apple A8★ | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Processor (2.50 GHz ) |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 2 | 8★ |
| GPU | — | Integrated Arm Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 2 GB | 8 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR4X★ |
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS | UFS |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 7.9" | 12.1" |
| Resolution | 2048 px | 2560 px★ |
| Panel | LCD | IPS★ |
| Refresh Rate | — | 90 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 500 nits | 800 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth 5.2★ |
| USB-C | — | 1★ |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stylus Model | — | Lenovo Tab Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.47 kg★ | 0.53 kg |
| OS | iPadOS | Android 15 |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad mini 7.9" 4th Generation 2015, A8, 2GB, 128GB, Silver
- Strong sharpness (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong affordability (78th percentile)
- Strong portability (71st percentile)
- Strong screen (70th percentile)
- Below average gpu (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average cpu (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average ram (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average connectivity (30th percentile)
Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" 2025, MediaTek Dimensity 6400, 8GB, 128GB, Luna Grey
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong feature (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong screen (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong battery (89th percentile)89th %ile
Verdict
Scores 70 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 12 of 24 specs.