Reports detail iPad mini chip configurations and features

Coverage highlights differences in the new iPad mini’s chip by storage tier, alongside reported performance claims and display and audio features.

• MacRumors reports that the 512GB model has a 6-core CPU and Dual 16-core Neural Engine, while the 128GB and 256GB models have a 5-core CPU and a 16-core Neural Engine.· 1 source
• The same report says all three configurations share a 7-core GPU, Neural Accelerators and hardware-accelerated ray tracing; nano-texture glass is available with the 256GB and 512GB models.· 1 source
• The Apple Post reports Apple’s claimed comparisons with the previous-generation mini: up to 60% faster multithreaded CPU performance, 2.7 times faster graphics and 4.5 times faster AI performance.· 1 source
• Trusted Reviews describes the tablet’s Acoustic Display as routing sound through the display and says the device has an OLED panel and a 60Hz refresh rate.· 1 source
• MacRumors lists starting prices of $699 for Wi-Fi and $849 for Wi-Fi + Cellular.· 1 source