The newly launched Xiaomi Pad 8 is all set to go on sale in India starting March 17, 2026. The tablet will be available to purchase through Xiaomi India’s official website, Amazon, and authorised Xiaomi retail stores from 12 PM IST. Xiaomi has positioned the Pad 8 as a premium Android device for users who want a powerful yet portable device for work, study, and entertainment. Powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset and featuring an 11-inch 3.2K display, the Pad 8 brings notable upgrades over its predecessor, with a starting price of Rs 33,999.
With the sale going live on March 17, i.e. tomorrow, Xiaomi is offering a one-year additional warranty (excluding battery coverage) to customers who complete their purchase between March 17 and March 31, 2026. The company is also providing bank discounts during the launch period. Customers using SBI credit card EMI transactions can get an instant discount of Rs 3,000, while full swipe payments are eligible for Rs 2,750 off. With these offers applied, the effective starting price of the tablet drops to Rs 30,999 for a limited time.
Xiaomi Pad 8 price and variants
The Xiaomi Pad 8 comes in multiple configurations. The 8GB RAM + 128GB storage variant is priced at Rs 33,999, while the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage model costs Rs 36,999. Xiaomi is also offering a Nano Texture display variant with the same 12GB + 256GB configuration at Rs 38,999. For users interested in drawing or handwriting, the company has introduced a Creator’s Edition, which includes the Focus Pen Pro in the box. This version is priced at Rs 41,999 for the standard display and Rs 43,999 for the Nano Texture model.
Accessories for the tablet will be sold separately alongside the main device. The Pad 8 Cover is priced at Rs 1,499, the Pad 8 Keyboard costs Rs 4,999, the Focus Pen Pro is priced at Rs 5,999, and the Pad 8 Focus Keyboard is listed at Rs 8,999.
Xiaomi Pad 8 features and specifications
As for what the Pad 8 offers, the tablet is powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 mobile platform and runs on Xiaomi HyperOS 3, which brings a refreshed interface, updated lock screens, and customisable widgets. The software also supports split-screen multitasking in both vertical and horizontal layouts, allowing users to run two apps at once for better productivity.
The tablet features an 11-inch 3.2K display with a 144Hz refresh rate, which should result in smoother scrolling, gaming, and video playback. Xiaomi is offering both a standard glossy display and a nano-texture option that reduces glare, which may help users who spend long hours reading or working on the screen. On paper, the specifications look promising, and we will soon share our full experience, so stay tuned for our detailed Xiaomi Pad 8 review.
Under the hood, the device packs up to 12GB RAM and UFS storage, along with a 9,200mAh battery with 45W fast charging, and a 67W charger included in the box. Xiaomi says the tablet is designed to handle demanding tasks such as editing, gaming, and multitasking while still remaining easy to carry.
The Pad 8 also supports first-party accessories including the Focus Pen Pro, which adds pressure-sensitive input for drawing and note-taking, and keyboard attachments for laptop-style use. Xiaomi has also kept compatibility with accessories from the previous Pad 7, allowing existing users to upgrade without replacing their add-ons.
