Realme Pad X vs OPPO Pad Air vs Xiaomi Pad 5: Comparison of Prices, Specifications, and Features

Realme Pad X was launched in the Indian market this week, giving buyers another tablet option. Not long ago, tablet buyers' options were largely limited to Samsung, Lenovo, and Acer. However, with the entry of Xiaomi, Oppo, and now Realme, you now have more options.

The Realme Pad X is one of two tablets in the country with a 5G chipset, the other being the Xiaomi Pad 5. Android tablets are primarily regarded as entertainment devices. However, brands are attempting to change that perception by claiming to provide increased productivity. So, how does the new Realme Pad X compare to other tablet options, such as the Oppo Pad Air and the Xiaomi Pad 5? Here's a detailed comparison that provides the answer.

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Realme Pad X vs OPPO Pad Air vs Xiaomi Pad 5: Price in India 

The Realme Pad X starts at Rs 19,999 in India, which gets you the 4GB + 64GB model with Wi-Fi only support. Realme also offers a 4GB + 64GB variant with cellular support for Rs 25,999, as well as a 6GB + 128GB variant for Rs 27,999.

The Xiaomi Pad 5 starts at Rs 26,999 for the 6GB + 128GB model, while the 256GB model costs Rs 28,999 for the same RAM but double the storage.

In India, the Oppo Pad Air starts at Rs 16,999 for the base 4GB + 64GB model. The 4GB + 128GB variant costs Rs 19,999.

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Realme Pad X vs OPPO Pad Air vs Xiaomi Pad 5: Design

The Realme Pad X has a plastic body and frame, but the build quality isn't a deal breaker. It weighs less than 500 grams and has a thickness of 7.1mm, making it easy to carry and even use. The thin bezels on display are a welcome sight, and the camera occupies the top-left corner on the back.

With dimensions of 6.9mm in thickness and 440 grams in weight, the Oppo Pad Air is a match for the Realme Pad X, making it lighter and thinner than the Pad X. The back body is made of plastic, but the extra texture gives the tablet a different feel and improves grip. The screen bezels are significantly larger than on the Pad X.

Xiaomi Pad 5 has a plastic back panel with an aluminum frame on the sides. The back design is simple, and unlike the other two tablets, we like the placement of the camera on the back. The Xiaomi Pad 5 is the heaviest, weighing 511 grams, but with a thickness of 6.9mm, it manages the dimensions well.

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Realme Pad X vs OPPO Pad Air vs Xiaomi Pad 5: Display 

The Realme Pad X features a 10.95-inch LCD display with a 2K Full HD+ resolution and a refresh rate of 60Hz. The tablet has an 82.6 percent screen-to-body ratio and a peak brightness of 450 nits with a pixel density of 213 PPI.

The Oppo Pad Air has a 10.36-inch 2K display with a resolution of 2000 1200 pixels. The screen has a standard 60Hz refresh rate, an 80.5 percent screen-to-body ratio, and a peak brightness of 360 nits.

The Xiaomi Pad 5 has a 10.95-inch 2.5K LCD display with a resolution of 2560 x 1600. The biggest difference is that the screen now has a 120Hz refresh rate, support for HDR10 and Dolby Vision, and a peak brightness of 650 nits.

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All of these features combine to make the Xiaomi Pad 5 the clear display winner.

Realme Pad X vs OPPO Pad Air vs Xiaomi Pad 5: Performance and UI

The Realme Pad X is powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 695 5G chipset with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The tablet is powered by Android 12 and is customized with Realme UI 3.0 for Pad software.

The Oppo Pad Air's performance is powered by the Snapdragon 680 4G chipset, which is paired with up to 4GB of RAM and 128GB of UFS2.2 internal storage. Oppo has also created its ColorOS platform for Pads, which is based on the Android 12 operating system.

The Xiaomi Pad 5 is powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 860 SoC with 6GB RAM and comes with 128GB or 256GB of internal storage. On this tablet, Xiaomi strangely provides the Android 11-based MIUI.

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Realme Pad X vs OPPO Pad Air vs Xiaomi Pad 5: Cameras

Realme Pad 5 has a 13MP rear camera and an 8MP front-facing selfie camera with a 105° wide-angle lens and portrait-centring function for video calls.

The Oppo Pad Air features an 8MP rear camera and a 5MP front-facing camera. For video conferencing, the Xiaomi Pad 5 has a 13MP rear camera and an 8MP front camera.

Realme Pad X vs OPPO Pad Air vs Xiaomi Pad 5: Battery 

The Realme Pad X has an 8,340mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging. The Oppo Pad Air comes with a 7,100mAh battery that charges at an 18W rate.

The Xiaomi Pad 5 has an 8,720mAh battery with a 22.5W charger out of the box, but charging support can be increased to 33W.

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Realme Pad X vs OPPO Pad Air vs Xiaomi Pad 5: Verdict 

Realme Pad X has emerged as an intriguing option for those looking for a 5G-centric Android tablet. It has a high-quality screen, a stylus, and a keyboard accessory. It meets all of the requirements that one should look for when purchasing a tablet. The Oppo Pad Air is also capable, but its 4G chipset places it behind these two tablets. And when you want to spend more than Rs 25,000, it is not surprising that the Xiaomi Pad 5 provides the best value and features.