Apple iPad mini 7 vs Apple iPad Pro 13" M4
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
Category Ranking
Pixel Density (PPI)10in category
Apple iPad mini 7327 PPI #1
Apple iPad Pro 13" M4265 PPI #4
239 PPI327 PPI
HDR Peak Brightness10in category
Apple iPad mini 7500 nits #8
Apple iPad Pro 13" M41600 nits #1
500 nits1600 nits
DCI-P3 Color Gamut9in category
Apple iPad mini 799% #1
Apple iPad Pro 13" M499% #1
84%99%
Refresh Rate
Apple iPad mini 760 Hz
Apple iPad Pro 13" M4120 Hz
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Summary
- Sharpness: no visible difference — Both screens exceed the retina threshold at 40cm. The Apple iPad mini 7 has 23% higher pixel density (327 vs 265 PPI), but this only becomes visible below 27cm.
- Brightness: advantage Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 — The Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 is 100% brighter in SDR (1000 vs 500 nits), a noticeable difference for outdoor readability. HDR peak: 1600 vs 500 nits.
Key Differences
| Specification | Apple iPad mini 7 | Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 |
|---|---|---|
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 327 | 265 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 27cm | 33cm |
| Screen Size | 8.3" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2266×1488 | 2752×2064 |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Response Time | 5 ms GTG | 1 ms GTG |
| SDR Brightness | 500 nits | 1000 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 500 nits | 1600 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,221 | 1:2,000,000 |
All specifications
| Specification | Apple iPad mini 7 2024 | Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 8.3" | 13" (Better) |
| Resolution | 2266×1488 | 2752×2064 (Better) |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 327 (Better) | 265 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 27cm (Better) | 33cm |
| Panel Type | IPS | OLED |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz (Better) |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | None | None |
| Response Time | 5 ms GTG | 1 ms GTG (Better) |
| HDR Certification | None | None |
| SDR Brightness | 500 nits | 1000 nits (Better) |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 500 nits | 1600 nits (Better) |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,221 | 1:2,000,000 (Better) |
| Ports | USB-C | USB-C |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% |
| Year | 2024 | 2024 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: Apple iPad mini 7 or Apple iPad Pro 13" M4?
The Apple iPad mini 7 has 327 PPI compared to 265 PPI for the Apple iPad Pro 13" M4.
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The Apple iPad mini 7 requires 27cm vs 33cm for the Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 to reach retina quality.
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Methodology & Sources
Formula: Retina distance (cm) = 3438 / PPI. Displayed values are rounded for readability.
Sources: Official manufacturer spec sheets and product pages. Specs are normalized before comparisons.
Comparison winners are calculated metric by metric (higher is better for most specs; lower is better for distance/response time).
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