iPad mini (A20 Pro) review: Apple's tiny tablet gets a big update

Apple made significant improvements this year, but they don’t come cheap.

By Nathan Ingraham Nov. 3, 2026 9:00 am EST Nathan Ingraham for Engadget Add Engadget on Google: Google Discover RATING : 8.5 / 10
Pros
  • Excellent performance
  • Lovely OLED display
  • Nano-texture glass is a great (but pricey) option
  • Thinner and lighter, but with a slightly bigger screen
  • Impressive new speakers
Cons
  • $200 more expensive than the last iPad mini was at launch
  • Screen refresh rate is still 60Hz
  • No Face ID