On October 6, the well - known tech media outlet MacRumors released a blog post that offered a comprehensive summary of the details regarding the Apple iPad mini 8. This upcoming device is set to feature the same A19 Pro chip as the iPhone Air. This chip is manufactured using TSMC's third - generation 3 - nanometer N3P process. When it comes to its internal components, it boasts a 6 - core CPU, a 5 - core GPU, and a 16 - core neural network engine. In terms of graphics processing capabilities, it represents a significant leap forward, with performance that is three times better than that of its predecessor. Moving on to the display, the iPad mini 8 marks a major upgrade as it will be the first in the series to adopt an OLED panel. The screen size will also see an increase, going from 8.3 inches to 8.7 inches. However, due to cost - related factors, it is likely to utilize single - stack LTPS technology. Additionally, it won't support ProMotion adaptive refresh rates. As for its release, it is anticipated to hit the market in the first half of 2026. Regarding the price, the starting price in the US market is expected to remain at $499 (which is approximately RMB 3,560), while the starting price for the version in the Chinese mainland is projected to be RMB 3,999.