iPad mini (1st generation)

A1432 · A1454 · A1455 · 2012–2015 · tablet

Specifications

Cpu: Apple A5 1 GHz dual-core
Ram: max: 512 MB (soldered) · base: 512 MB
Ports: Lightning · 3.5mm jack
Camera: 5 MP, 1080p video
Battery: 16.3 Wh
Display: 7.9" 1024×768
Storage: base: 16 GB · options: 32 GB · 64 GB
Cellular: optional 4G LTE
Os Support: latest: iOS 9.3.5 (9.3.6 cellular) · shipped: iOS 6.0
Release Price: $329

Variants

Revisions

Wi-FiA1432

Wi-Fi + Cellular (GSM/LTE)A1454

Wi-Fi + Cellular (CDMA/LTE)A1455

Colors

Black & Slate2012 launch

White & Silver2012 launch

Space Gray2013, 16GB only, replaced Black & Slate

Storage

16GB

32GB

64GB

Upgrade paths

battery

New OEM-spec cell · Display is glued in with strong adhesive; heat and careful prying required. iFixit consistently rates iPad battery swaps difficult.

~$50

HARD

storage

Soldered NAND; not user-upgradable · Flash storage is soldered to the logic board.

LOCKED

Page contributors

Thanks to @jobot for notes, guides and corrections on this page.