The Xiaomi Pad 8 series launched globally in February 2026 as a flagship tablet lineup, including two models: the standard Xiaomi Pad 8 and the Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro. Now, early details about the next-generation Xiaomi Pad 9 series have leaked.
Leaked Codename and Models Doucumented
The leaked HyperOS codebase suggests that the Xiaomi Pad 9 series may also include two models. The standard Xiaomi Pad 9 may have the codename "donghai," while the Xiaomi Pad 9 Pro may use "shuntian" as its codename. Findings from a tipster on X indicate the Pad 9 may have model numbers: "M656BA", "26103RP65G", and "26103RP65I". The suffix "G" suggests a global market launch, while the "2610" prefix points to a potential October 2026 launch window.
Battery and Processor Specs Detaild
The leak also suggests that the Xiaomi Pad 9 may feature a 9,720mAh battery, up from a 9,200mAh battery on its predecessor which was priced at $379.50 USD. Both models are said to feature Snapdragon processors. The standard model is expected to use the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, while the Pro model may use the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset. At the time of writing, Xiaomi has not officially confirmed any details regarding the new tablets.
- Standard Pad 9: "donghai" codename, Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, 9,720mAh battery.
- Pad 9 Pro: "shuntian" codename, Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset.
- Model numbers include "M656BA", "26103RP65G" (global), "26103RP65I".
- Potential launch window is October 2026.
Sources: ximitime.com, x.com