OnePlus Pad "5 Mini" Tipped to Launch with Premium Specs in Smaller Chassis

Rumors point to a compact powerhouse entering OnePlus’ growing tablet lineup.

Tech enthusiasts craving a premium small-form tablet may soon have their wishes granted. According to multiple leaks, OnePlus is developing a scaled-down version of its popular OnePlus Pad—tentatively dubbed the "OnePlus Pad 5 Mini"—aiming to blend flagship specs with enhanced portability.

The Leak Origins

Initial whispers emerged from prominent Chinese tipsters on Weibo, where user @DigitalChatStation hinted at a "high-end compact Android tablet" from OnePlus with an 8–9-inch display. This was corroborated by @Tech_Reve, who suggested the device could feature a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset—a significant upgrade over the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 in the original OnePlus Pad.

Expected Specs & Design

Insiders claim the Pad 5 Mini will retain the OnePlus Pad’s sleek aluminum unibody design but shrink to an 8.3-inch display (down from 11.6 inches), making it ideal for on-the-go use. Despite its smaller footprint, it’s rumored to pack:

120Hz AMOLED screen (2.5K resolution)
Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 or Dimensity 9200+ chip
67W fast charging and a 9,000mAh battery
Stylus support (compatible with OnePlus’ Pencil)
OxygenOS 14 optimized for multitasking

Connections to Oppo’s Ecosystem

OnePlus’ sister brand Oppo recently earned praise for its tablet prowess, with the Oppo Pad 4 Pro hailed as "one of the best mid-range tablets" for its balance of performance and value. The Pad 5 Mini may inherit similar optimizations, including split-screen software and cross-device sync with OnePlus/Oppo phones.

Notably, Oppo’s aggressive hardware strategy—like the K13 Turbo’s leaked active cooling system—could also influence the Mini’s thermal management, ensuring sustained performance during gaming or creative work.

Market Impact & Timing

If launched, the Pad 5 Mini would directly challenge the iPad mini and Galaxy Tab Active series, leveraging OnePlus’ "flagship killer" pricing. Analysts speculate a Q4 2025 release, potentially alongside the OnePlus 13.

The Bigger Picture

OnePlus’ push into compact tablets signals a strategic expansion. As noted by GSMGo Tech, "Small tablets are resurging, with users prioritizing portability without sacrificing power." The Pad 5 Mini could fill a crucial gap in Android’s ecosystem, where premium small tablets remain scarce.

Stay tuned for updates as we monitor this developing story.

Sources: Weibo (1, 2), GSMGo Tech (3, 4).