In an unexpected turn of events ahead of any official announcement, pricing details for the highly anticipated Xiaomi Redmi Pad 2 have surfaced online through listings on several prominent European retailers. The leaks provide our first concrete look at the potential cost for both Wi-Fi and 4G LTE variants of Xiaomi's next-generation budget tablet.
The leaks suggest Xiaomi is positioning the Redmi Pad 2 as a strong contender in the affordable tablet segment. While specifications remain partially under wraps, the pricing points revealed indicate a device aiming for excellent value.
German Retailers Jump the Gun:
- Saturn.de: Leading the charge, Saturn has listed the Wi-Fi model with 128GB storage. The listing, available here, shows a price of €229.00. Notably, Saturn lists availability in Mint Green, suggesting potential color options.
- Otto.de: Otto has gone a step further, listing a 4G LTE model equipped with a substantial 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. Priced at €279.00, this variant hints at a higher-tier configuration for users needing cellular connectivity and more power. You can find the Otto listing here.
- French Pricing Emerges:
- Phox.fr: French retailer Phox has also listed a model, confirming the 11-inch display size and specifying a configuration with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, priced at €199.00. This appears to be a base 4G LTE model. Check their listing here.
- Belgian Listing Adds Detail:
- Portal.devso.be: A Belgian retailer, Portal.devso, lists the 4G LTE model with 128GB storage in Mint Green ("Munt Groen"). Their listed price is €229.00, aligning with the German Saturn price for the Wi-Fi variant but for a 4G model. This could indicate regional variations or simply confirm the 4G premium. See the Belgian listing here.
US Availability Hinted (via Amazon):
- While specifics are scarcer, a placeholder link on Amazon (using the shortened URL amzn.to/4mKyncS) also references the Redmi Pad 2, strongly suggesting the tablet will have a US market presence. Pricing for the US market remains unconfirmed at this time.
What This Means:
Based on these widespread leaks across reputable retailers in Germany, France, and Belgium, we can reasonably expect the Xiaomi Redmi Pad 2 to launch soon with the following estimated European price structure:
- Redmi Pad 2 (Wi-Fi, 128GB): ~ €229.00 (Saturn)
- Redmi Pad 2 (4G, 4GB+128GB): ~ €199.00 (Phox) / €229.00 (Portal.devso) - Slight variation noted.
- Redmi Pad 2 (4G, 8GB+256GB): ~ €279.00 (Otto)
These prices position the Redmi Pad 2 competitively against offerings from Samsung (Galaxy Tab A9/A9+), Lenovo, and Realme in the entry-level to mid-range tablet space. The leaks confirm the existence of both Wi-Fi and 4G models and suggest multiple storage and potentially RAM configurations.
Caveats:
It's crucial to remember these are retailer listings, not an official announcement from Xiaomi. Final pricing, specifications, exact configurations, and availability dates could still change before the formal launch. However, the consistency across multiple major retailers in different countries lends significant credibility to these leaked prices.
Tech enthusiasts and budget-conscious tablet shoppers now have a much clearer picture of what to expect financially from Xiaomi's upcoming Redmi Pad 2. We anticipate an official announcement from Xiaomi shortly to confirm these details and reveal the full specifications.
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