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Pad V8 Pro
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Pad V8 Pro
The Honor Pad V8 Pro wins on display with its 12.1-inch screen versus the Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro’s 11.0-inch (1.1 inches larger) and higher 144Hz refresh rate, offering smoother motion for media and drawing. Artists who need precise input should choose the Honor Pad V8 Pro, as it supports an active stylus with low latency, while the Xiaomi lacks stylus compatibility entirely. Buyers prioritizing performance and cellular connectivity should pick the Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro, thanks to its Snapdragon 870 chip and 5G support, plus 1TB storage for large files and apps. In UAE at AED 1549 vs AED 1399, the Honor Pad V8 Pro is better because of its larger, higher-refresh display; in India at ₹34999 vs ₹29999, the Xiaomi wins on value because its 5G, faster chip, and triple the storage justify the lower price despite no stylus support.
| Market | Pad V8 Pro | Pad 5 Pro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UAE | AED 1,549 | AED 1,399 | Pad 5 Pro saves AED 150 |
| India | ₹ 34,999 | ₹ 29,999 | Pad 5 Pro saves ₹ 5,000 |