Poco’s next tablet — reportedly called the Poco Pad M1 — is shaping up to be a value-focused multimedia slate with surprisingly bold hardware for the price. Early listings and regulatory filings point to a 12.1-inch 2.5K 120Hz display, a Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 (market-dependent) processor and a monster 12,000mAh battery — details that have fuelled fresh interest in the budget tablet segment.
Key hardware: chip, display and battery
Leaked spec sheets and retailer pages indicate the Poco Pad M1 will use Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 silicon in some regions (with Gen 3/Gen 4 differences possible across markets), paired with LPDDR4X RAM and UFS 2.2 storage options. The tablet is said to feature a 12.1-inch LCD panel with 2.5K (2560×1600) resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate — a strong combination for streaming and light gaming. The standout figure is the 12,000mAh battery, which, if accurate, would give the Pad M1 class-leading endurance in its price bracket.
Cameras, audio and connectivity
Sources suggest simple but serviceable camera hardware — an 8MP rear sensor and an 8MP front shooter — suited for video calls rather than photography. Quad speakers with Dolby Atmos support, a microSD card slot on some SKUs, Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4 are also reported, reinforcing the media-first positioning of the device. Some leaks also note IP53 splash resistance and a 33W (or ~27–33W depending on region) charging spec with possible reverse-charging capabilities.
Software and likely positioning
The Poco Pad M1 is expected to run Android 15 with Xiaomi’s HyperOS 2.0 on top (with possible upgrades later). Multiple certification filings and retailer teasers indicate the Pad M1 could be a rebranded Redmi Pad 2 Pro for global markets — a common strategy for Xiaomi’s sub-brands to broaden reach quickly.
Launch timeline and pricing
Certification entries and multiple leaks place the device’s global debut before the end of 2025, with an estimated entry price in the budget-to-mid range (reports have suggested around the ~$199 mark for the base model in some markets). Exact India availability, pricing and final chipset choices are likely to be confirmed at launch.
Bottom line
If the leaks hold true, the Poco Pad M1 specs — notably the 12.1″ 120Hz display, Snapdragon 7s-series chip and an enormous 12,000mAh battery — make it an attractive option for buyers prioritising long runtimes and multimedia. Watch for an official Poco/Redmi announcement to confirm model variants, exact processors by region and final pricing.
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