Xiaomi Surprises Kenya with New Redmi Pad 2 Tablet: Massive Views, Indeed!

Insights At a Glance:

• Xiaomi has officially launched the Redmi Pad 2 4G in Kenya, its second-ever tablet in the market.
• It packs a massive 11-inch 2.5K display, 9000mAh battery, and Helio G100-Ultra chip — all starting from KES 20,999.
• Buyers get free Redmi Buds 6 Play with every purchase — now that’s “massive fun”!

When Xiaomi Kenya teased “Massive Views, Massive Fun” last week, I was pretty convinced it was pointing to the Redmi 15C. I even wrote a whole article explaining why that budget phone fit the bill.

Well, turns out Xiaomi had bigger — literally — plans. Surprise! The mystery launch was not a phone, but the new Redmi Pad 2, making it the second-ever Xiaomi tablet to officially land in Kenya, following the Redmi Pad SE earlier this year.

Big Screen, Big Battery, Big Vibes

Let’s start with the headline features: the Redmi Pad 2 boasts a vibrant 11-inch 2.5K display with buttery-smooth 90Hz refresh rate — perfect for Netflix binging, social scrolling, or even digital sketching. It’s also TÜV Rheinland certified for eye comfort, so you won’t fry your retinas during long screen sessions.

Keeping all that power going is a huge 9000mAh battery, which Xiaomi says is enough for all-day fun. Charging maxes out at 18W, though you get a 15W charger in the box. And yes, it supports 4G LTE, making this more than just a couch-bound tablet. Pop in a SIM and take your TikToks and YouTubes anywhere.

Performance That Doesn’t Lag Behind

Under the hood, the tablet runs on the Helio G100-Ultra chipset, a slightly enhanced variant of MediaTek’s G99 line, optimized for tablets. It’s paired with either 4GB or 8GB of RAM, and up to 256GB of storage, with support for a whopping 2TB microSD card (if you somehow fill that up, teach us your ways).

The Redmi Pad 2 runs on Xiaomi’s new HyperOS 2 based on Android 15, which promises a slicker, cleaner experience than previous MIUI tablets.

Sound, Style, and Selfies

Multimedia matters, and Xiaomi didn’t cut corners here. The quad speakers are Dolby Atmos-tuned, offering rich stereo output no matter your tablet orientation. And whether you’re on a Zoom call or snapping quick pics of notes, the 8MP rear and 5MP front cameras are good enough for casual use.

You can grab the tablet in Mint Green, Graphite Gray, or Lavender Purple — with all three giving off serious clean aesthetic vibes.

Here’s a summary of all the major Redmi Pad 2 specs and features:

Display

• 11-inch 2.5K LCD display (2560 × 1600 resolution)
• 274 PPI pixel density
• 90Hz refresh rate (adaptive)
• 16:10 aspect ratio
• Up to 600 nits brightness (outdoor mode)
• TÜV Rheinland certified: Low Blue Light, Flicker Free, Circadian Friendly
• 1.07 billion colors
• Wet touch support and Reading mode
• 10x super resolution for better clarity

Performance & Software

• MediaTek Helio G100-Ultra processor (6nm)
  • 2× Cortex-A76 @2.2GHz + 6× Cortex-A55 @2.0GHz
  • Mali-G57 MC2 GPU
• Xiaomi HyperOS 2 based on Android 15
• RAM & Storage options:
  • 4GB + 128GB
  • 8GB + 256GB
• LPDDR4X RAM + UFS 2.2 storage
• Expandable storage up to 2TB (microSD card)

Battery & Charging

• 9000mAh (typical) battery
• 18W fast charging support (15W charger in box)
• USB Type-C port
• PD 2.0 / QC 2.0 supported

Audio

• Quad speakers with Dolby Atmos
• Enhanced stereo output in both portrait and landscape modes

Cameras

• Rear camera: 8MP, f/2.0, 1080p video @30fps
• Front camera: 5MP, f/2.2, 1080p video @30fps
• Camera features: Document mode, HDR, Teleprompter

Connectivity & Extras

• 4G LTE support (SIM slot)
• Wi-Fi 5
• Bluetooth 5.3
• USB 2.0
• Dual speakers for immersive content experience
• Sensors: Accelerometer, Virtual ambient light sensor, Hall sensor
• Dual microphones for calls and video recording

Build & Design

• Colors: Mint Green, Graphite Gray, Lavender Purple
• Dimensions: 254.58 × 166.04 × 7.36 mm
• Weight: 510g

In the Box

• Tablet
• 15W charger
• USB Type-C cable
• Quick start guide & warranty card

Redmi Pad 2 Price in Kenya

Available now at Xiaomi stores and official retailers, here’s how pricing stacks up:

• KES 20,999 for the 4GB RAM + 128GB storage model
• KES 24,999 for the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage model

Both variants come with a free pair of Redmi Buds 6 Play as a launch bonus — a sweet KES 2,000 value on the house.

How It Compares to the Redmi Pad SE

Back in January, Xiaomi introduced its first tablet — the Redmi Pad SE — with a smaller 8.7-inch display, 6650mAh battery, and a lower starting price of KES 14,999. While that device still serves a budget-friendly niche, the Redmi Pad 2 clearly takes things up a notch, offering a more premium tablet experience without crossing into flagship price territory.

So yeah, Xiaomi Kenya did mean massive views — just not on a phone. The Redmi Pad 2 comes in as an affordable yet surprisingly powerful tablet, complete with a giant display, smooth performance, solid audio, and long battery life. If you’ve been craving a proper budget Android tablet with 4G support in Kenya, this one’s easily worth a look.

And hey, free earbuds don’t hurt either.

What do you think — is the Redmi Pad 2 the tablet Kenya needed? Would you buy one? Let us know in the comments.