Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra Review: Beyond XRING O1 – A Feature-Rich Giant with Room to Improve
Premium OLED Display, Balanced Performance, and Enhanced Multitasking in an Ultra-Slim Form
Unboxing and Design
The Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra arrives in a sleek, minimalist box containing the tablet, a 120W fast charger, and a USB-A to C cable. A floating keyboard (sold separately for approx. $206) enhances productivity use.
- Available in purple and black, the Pad features a metal unibody with a matte finish.
- At 5.1mm thin, it’s one of the slimmest tablets in its class, lighter and more refined than the Pad 7 Pro.
OLED Display: Bigger, Brighter, and Smarter
A major shift in this generation is the switch to a 14-inch OLED screen, replacing the older LCD.
- With a 3:2 aspect ratio, 3.2K resolution, and up to 1600 nits brightness, it excels for reading and productivity.
- It supports DC and 4800Hz PWM dimming, P3 color gamut, and adaptive 120Hz refresh rate.
- Touch responsiveness is top-tier with a 240Hz stylus rate and up to 1600Hz instantaneous sampling.
Despite its strengths, reflections under direct light may bother some users—those sensitive to glare may prefer the paper-matte version.
Audio and Multitasking
Audio performance is immersive with stereo speakers, and the tablet handles multitasking seamlessly:
- App launch speeds are up by 61%, image loading by 80%, and general fluidity by 49%.
- Smooth app switching and minimal lag make it a practical choice for multitaskers.
Performance: XRing O1 vs Snapdragon
The custom XRing O1 chip, while slightly downclocked compared to its smartphone sibling (3.7GHz vs 3.9GHz), still outperforms the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 used in the Pad 7 Pro.
- Real-world gaming tests (e.g., Honkai: Star Rail) showed no frame drops, with heat managed effectively due to better thermal design.
- The chip is tuned for stability and endurance rather than peak performance, making it ideal for long sessions of media or office work.
HyperOS 2.0: Progress with Persistent Bugs
Running HyperOS 2.0 based on Android, the system shows improved stability and security, but still suffers from:
- Laggy animations,
- Misaligned volume bar,
- Inability to merge Control and Notification centers.
Peripheral support is solid, with gamepad compatibility and enhanced file sharing across devices.
Accessories and Stylus Experience
The floating keyboard offers a tactile and responsive typing experience.
- The stylus, while not upgraded, maintains good pressure sensitivity and precision, but still shows minor latency.
- Free brush sets are available during early sales promotions.
Camera and Productivity Features
Camera hardware mirrors the Pad 7 Pro with no upgrades, but app optimization for tools like WPS Office, CAD, and Paint World Pro adds value.
- Enhanced file transfer tools aid cross-device workflows, especially in office settings.
Conclusion
The Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra stands out with its premium OLED display, responsive performance, and efficient multitasking.
- Despite minor software setbacks in HyperOS, it is a powerful, well-rounded tablet suitable for creators, professionals, and media enthusiasts.
- If screen quality and stability are your top priorities, it’s easily one of the best options in its class today.
