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Poco's yet-to-be-announced Pad M1 has surfaced in the Geekbench AI database, offering one of the clearest early looks at the tablet's hardware and software choices. The listing confirms key internals and revives previous rumors that the device may simply be a rebadged Redmi Pad 2 Pro.
Geekbench AI reveals core hardware and software
The benchmark entry shows the Pad M1 running a Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset paired with 8GB of RAM. The test unit booted Android 15, which suggests the production device might ship on the same version — a questionable move now that Android 16 has been available since June.
Geekbench AI doesn't tell the whole story, but the processor and memory numbers line up with earlier leaks and make the Pad M1 a mid-range performer aimed at everyday productivity and media consumption rather than flagship-class performance.
Could it be a Redmi Pad 2 Pro under a new badge?
Tipsters on X (formerly Twitter) are doubling down on an earlier claim: the Poco Pad M1 appears to be a straight rebadge of the Redmi Pad 2 Pro. If that's true, you can expect a familiar spec sheet. Highlights reportedly include:
- 12.1-inch LCD, 1600 × 2560 resolution with a 120Hz refresh rate
- Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 SoC and 8GB RAM (as seen in benchmarks)
- Storage options: 128GB and 256GB
- 8MP rear camera and 8MP front-facing camera
- Massive 12,000 mAh battery with 33W wired charging and 27W reverse wired charging
Those specs would make the Pad M1 a strong choice for long battery life and smooth scrolling on a large, high-res display — useful for streaming, e-reading, and light productivity.
When might Poco launch the Pad M1?
Poco hasn’t announced a release date. However, industry chatter suggests the Pad M1 could arrive close to the rumored Poco F8 Pro and F8 Ultra launches, possibly within the next few weeks. Whether the tablet debuts alongside new phones or follows them is still speculative.
One lingering question for buyers: should you wait for a device shipping with Android 16? If Poco indeed launches the Pad M1 on Android 15, software-conscious shoppers may want to ask about upgrade commitments before committing.
We’ll keep tracking certification updates, leaks, and official announcements to bring you confirmed specs and pricing as soon as they surface.
Source: gsmarena
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