- By Alex David
- Mon, 23 Feb 2026 07:03 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Xiaomi has now announced the Indian and global arrival of its next-gen tablet, the Xiaomi Pad 8. Due to launch later this week, the new tablet offers flagship performance, a skinny build and productivity‑friendly add-ons. With the Pad 8, Xiaomi has already teased some crucial specifications, such as top-tier chipsets from Snapdragon and a huge battery, making it out to be a premium Android tablet that will cater not only to work users but also to entertainment junkies.
Xiaomi Pad 8 India Launch Date and Event Details Here is everything we know about the Xiaomi Pad 8 Indian launch, including the event details.
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The Xiaomi Pad 8 will make its debut in India and global markets on February 28, as per a dedicated microsite from Xiaomi. The announcement will be made during the Xiaomi 17 series launch event that begins at 2pm in Barcelona or 6:30pm IST. Xiaomi has also confirmed that the Pad 8 will be its thinnest tablet to date.
Performance, Software, and Battery
Talking about the processor, Xiaomi Pad 8 will be equipped with an octa-core Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 SoC. Possibly it will ship with Android 16 under the hood of the HyperOS 3 skin. The tablet is backed by a 9,200 mAh powered battery, but exact charging details for the global version are still officially unknown.
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The Pad 8 will also be compatible with productivity accessories, including the Xiaomi Focus Keyboard, which sports adaptive backlit keys and a gesture-sensitive touchpad — no word yet on any specific release date. It will also be compatible with the Xiaomi Focus Pen Pro, a buttonless stylus that allows for gesture-based input.
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If the international variant is anything like its Chinese counterpart, users should see:
Feature | Details |
Display | 11.2-inch 3.2K LCD, up to 144 Hz |
Processor | Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 (4 nm) |
RAM & Storage | Up to 12GB RAM, up to 256GB (UFS 3.1/4.1) |
Rear Camera | 13MP (Standard) / 50MP (Pro model) |
Front Camera | 8MP (Standard) / 32MP (Pro model) |
Battery | 9,200 mAh |
Charging | Up to 45W (Standard) / 67W (Pro model) |
Thickness | 5.75 mm (Ultra-slim metal unibody) |
OS | HyperOS 3 (based on Android 16) |




