The iPad mini (2021) 6th gen is a compact and powerful tablet designed for users who need portability combined with solid performance. Featuring an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display, it offers clear visuals in a small form factor. Although it is a 2021 model, it remains a popular choice for those seeking a lightweight device for everyday tasks.
Key features:
- Model: iPad mini (2021)
- Release Year: 2021
- Display Size: 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display
- Processor: A15 Bionic chip
- Storage Capacity: 256 GB (variant-specific, but relevant for overall specs)
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi only, suitable for home or office use
Who is this for?
The iPad mini (2021) is ideal for students, travellers, or anyone needing a portable device for reading, browsing, or light media consumption. Its compact size makes it easy to carry around, while the powerful A15 Bionic chip ensures smooth performance for everyday tasks.
Pros & Cons:
| Pros |
Cons |
| Highly portable with an 8.3-inch display. |
No headphone jack, requiring Bluetooth or USB-C headphones. |
| Powerful A15 Bionic chip for smooth multitasking. |
Limited storage options depending on variant. |
Why refurbished?
Choosing a refurbished iPad mini (2021) allows you to access a premium, compact tablet at a more affordable price. Back Market devices are tested thoroughly to meet quality standards, ensuring reliable performance. Learn more about our quality standards.
iPad mini 6 (2021, A15 series)
- Connectivity
- USB Type-C
- Carrier compatibility
- Without SIM Port
- Minimum system requirements (Mac)
- macOS El Capitan 10.11.6
- Generation
- 6th gen
- Processor
- Apple A15 Bionic
- Video recording
- 4K 60FPS
- SIM card format
- Not applicable
- Generation number
- 6
- Operating system
- iPadOS
- Wi-Fi version
- Wi-Fi 6 802.11ax
- Release year
- 2021
- Minimum system requirements (Windows)
- Windows 10
- Pixel density
- 326ppp
- Display Glass
- Standard display
- Resolution
- 2266 x 1488
- Manufacturer version
- A2567
- Depth
- 0.63 in
- Compatible with latest Update
- Yes
- Brightness
- 500 nits brightness
- Brand
- Apple
- Rear camera definition
- 12 megapixels
- Face ID
- No
- LiDAR scanner
- No
- Promotion
- No
- Screen size (in)
- 8.3
- Colour
- Space Gray
- Weight
- 293 oz
- Memory (GB)
- 4 GB
- Model
- iPad mini
- Minimum system requirements (iPadOS)
- iPadOS 18
- Storage (GB)
- 256 GB
- Touch ID
- Yes
- Screen type
- Liquid Retina display
- Connector
- USB Type-C
- Network
- Wi-Fi
- Series
- iPad mini
- Front camera definition
- 12 megapixels
- Height
- 19.54 in
- Apple Pen Compatible
- Compatible with Apple Pencil 2nd gen, Apple Pencil (USB-C)
- True Tone
- Yes
- Bluetooth version
- Bluetooth 5.0
- Width
- 13.48 in
- Speakers
- Stereo speakers (landscape)