The iPad mini (2024, A17 series) is Apple’s compact tablet offering for those who want portability without giving up on performance. Released in May 2024, this 7th-generation iPad mini keeps to its roots—an ultra-portable design—while upgrading the internals with Apple’s A17 chip. That means it handles everyday tasks, video calls, and note-taking with ease, and it’s two generations newer than the previous model. If you like your tablets small and mighty (and just a touch weird), this is your pocket-friendly pick.
Key features:
- Release Date: May 2024
- Display: 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display with True Tone and P3 wide color
- Processor: Apple A17 chip built for speedy, efficient performance
- Camera: 12MP rear camera with Smart HDR; 12MP Ultra Wide front camera with Center Stage
- Operating System: Ships with iPadOS 17
- Build: Aluminum enclosure, scratch-resistant glass
- Connectivity: Wi‑Fi 6E compatible
Who is this for?
The iPad mini (2024, A17 series) is made for users who value portability—think students, travelers, readers, and anyone who’d rather pack light. Compared to the iPad Air or Pro, it’s the go-to option when size and easy one-handed use are top priorities. Don’t expect a laptop replacement, but for on-the-go apps, eBooks, streaming, or sketching with Apple Pencil support, this iPad mini covers the bases (and fits in your bag without a fight).
Pros & Cons:
| Pros |
Cons |
| Compact and lightweight for true portability |
Smaller display isn’t ideal for intensive multitasking |
| A17 chip offers smooth performance for daily tasks |
No Face ID; Touch ID only |
| Sharp and colorful display with strong brightness |
No microSD slot for storage expansion |
Why refurbished?
Choosing a refurbished iPad mini (2024, A17 series) reduces e-waste while delivering a like-new device—less environmental impact, more room in your backpack. All Back Market tablets go through thorough quality checks and are backed by our standards. Learn more about our quality standards.
iPad mini 7 (2024, A17 series)
- Promotion
- No
- Video recording
- 1080p 30 FPS
- Storage (GB)
- 256 GB
- Network
- Wi-Fi
- Height
- 19.54 in
- Face ID
- No
- Speakers
- Stereo speakers (landscape)
- Carrier compatibility
- Without SIM Port
- Front camera definition
- 12 megapixels
- Screen size (in)
- 8.3
- Model
- iPad mini
- Rear camera definition
- 12 megapixels
- Pixel density
- 326ppp
- Resolution
- 2266 x 1488
- Connectivity
- USB Type-C
- Generation
- 7th gen
- Generation number
- 7
- Processor
- Apple A17 Pro
- Memory (GB)
- 8 GB
- Colour
- Starlight
- Brand
- Apple
- Weight
- 293 oz
- LiDAR scanner
- No
- Depth
- 0.63 in
- Operating system
- iPadOS
- Bluetooth version
- Bluetooth 5.3
- Compatible with latest Update
- Yes
- Touch ID
- Yes
- Minimum system requirements (iPadOS)
- iPadOS 18
- Manufacturer version
- A2993
- Minimum system requirements (Windows)
- Windows 10
- SIM card format
- Not applicable
- Release year
- 2024
- Connector
- USB Type-C
- True Tone
- Yes
- Screen type
- Liquid Retina display
- Brightness
- 500 nits brightness
- Minimum system requirements (Mac)
- macOS High Sierra 10.13
- Series
- iPad mini
- Apple Pen Compatible
- Compatible with Apple Pencil Pro, Apple Pencil (USB-C)
- Wi-Fi version
- Wi-Fi 6 802.11ax
- Display Glass
- Standard display
- Width
- 13.48 in