Xiaomi Pad 8 Lab Test Results: Performance, Camera, Battery & Verdict

Tested in controlled lab conditions | Last updated: April 2026 | Price: ₹35,999 (approx.)

Xiaomi Pad 8: Lab Test Summary

Overall Score: 8.0/10
Performance Score: 8.0/10
Battery Score: 8.0/10

*Ratings & scores are based on the 32-39k price segment

Key Strengths and Limitations

Strengths
Slim yet sturdy metallic build
Reliable performance with stable thermals
Productivity-focused software with useful multitasking
Strong battery optimisation for all-day use
Limitations
The nano-texture LCD panel struggles in darker scenes
Charging speed falls short of the bundled adapter
Cameras remain largely functional

Xiaomi Pad 8 Key Specifications

Display
11.2″ (28.45 cm) 144Hz LCD Display
RAM | Storage
8 GB RAM | 128 GB Storage
Camera
13 MP Rear | 8 MP Front Camera
Processor
Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 Octa core 3.21 GHz Processor
Battery | Fast Charging
9200 mAh | 45W Fast Charging
OS
Android 16 OS
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Xiaomi Pad 8 Overall Scorecard

Category Score Verdict
Overall Performance
8.0/10 Good
CPU Performance
9.0/10 Excellent
GPU / Gaming
8.5/10 Good
Storage Performance
9.0/10 Excellent
Battery Life
8.0/10 Good
Display
7.5/10 Good
AI Performance
5.3/10 Average

*Ratings & scores are based on the 32-39k price segment

Xiaomi Pad 8 Performance based on Lab test

CPU Performance: Is Xiaomi Pad 8 Good for Daily Use and Multitasking?

CPU Test Score
AnTuTu Overall
2,293,133
AnTuTu CPU Score
633,633
Geekbench 6 Single-Core
2,101
Geekbench 6 Multi-Core
6,580
CPU Throttling Test
90
PCMark Work 3.0
14,269

*Ratings & scores are based on the 32-39k price segment

Gaming Performance: Is Xiaomi Pad 8 Good for Gaming?

Gaming / GPU Test Score
AnTuTu GPU
762,607
3DMark Wild Life Extreme
3,912
3DMark Stability
86.1
Geekbench GPU OpenCL
13,592
BGMI FPS (Smooth Graphic)
89.8

*Ratings & scores are based on the 32-39k price segment

Storage Performance: App Load Speeds and Responsiveness

Storage Test Result
Random Read Speed
1619 MB/s
Random Write Speed
1484.8 MB/s
Sequential Read Speed
4042.3 MB/s
Sequential Write Speed
3548.8 MB/s
AnTuTu Storage Score
183,994
PCMark Android Storage Score
100,680

*Ratings & scores are based on the 32-39k price segment

Battery Life: Is Xiaomi Pad 8 Good for Battery Backup?

Battery Metric Result
PCMark Battery Test
12:16:00
Battery charging (time taken for 0-100% in hh:mm:ss)
1:35:00

*Ratings & scores are based on the 32-39k price segment

Display Quality: Is Xiaomi Pad 8 Good for Watching Videos and Outdoor Use?

Display Metric Result
Max Tested Brightness
866

*Ratings & scores are based on the 32-39k price segment

AI Performance and Future Readiness

AI Test Score
Geekbench AI Single Precision (GPU)
2,062
Geekbench AI Half Precision (GPU)
3,215
Geekbench AI Quantized (GPU)
2,634
Geekbench AI Single Precision (NNAPI)
436
Geekbench AI Half Precision (NNAPI)
422
Geekbench AI Quantized (NNAPI)
954

*Ratings & scores are based on the 32-39k price segment

Final Verdict: Is Xiaomi Pad 8 Worth Buying?

The Xiaomi Pad 8 focuses on refinement rather than dramatic changes. Its slim yet sturdy metallic build, strong performance from the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, and improved battery optimisation make it reliable for both work and entertainment. Features such as Workstation Mode and cross-platform file transfer also add practical productivity value. That said, the nano-texture LCD panel struggles in darker scenes, and the cameras remain largely functional. Even with these shortcomings, the Pad 8 delivers a balanced experience with dependable performance, useful software features, and solid battery life.

Metric Value

Final Rating

8/10

Xiaomi Pad 8 Video Review

How We Tested Xiaomi Pad 8

  • Benchmarks run 3 times and averaged
  • Tested at 25°C room temperature
  • Battery tested at 50% brightness
  • Gaming tests conducted in 30-minute sessions
Testing Process & Standards
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