The ongoing RAM crisis has crippled the smartphone industry with multiple price hikes each day. However, the effect is not only limited to phones, as peripherals like tablets and accessories are also feeling the heat. The latest victim is the Xiaomi Pad 8, which has received its second price hike this year.
Xiaomi Pad 8 Price Hiked in India for Second Time
The Xiaomi Pad 8 launched in India back in March 2026 for Rs 33,999. However, with the recent price revision, it now starts from Rs 38,999 for the base 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage model.
The nano-textured display option's price has jumped from Rs 40,999 to Rs 45,999, reflecting a massive Rs 5,000 price hike.
Image Credit: Xiaomi (screenshot by Siddhartha Samaddar/ Beebom Gadgets)
Image Credit: Xiaomi (screenshot by Siddhartha Samaddar/ Beebom Gadgets)
Moreover, the Xiaomi Pad bundles, including the Xiaomi Pen, have also gone up, and here is a complete breakdown of the Xiaomi Pad 8 price hike situation in India:
| Variant | Launch Price | Old Price | New Price | Hike Since Launch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi Pad 8 (standard) | 8 GB + 128 GB | Rs 33,999 | Rs 35,999 | Rs 38,999 | Rs 5,000 |
| Xiaomi Pad 8 (standard) | 12 GB + 256 GB | Rs 36,999 | Rs 38,999 | Rs 43,999 | Rs 7,000 |
| Xiaomi Pad 8 (nano-texture) | 12 GB + 256 GB | Rs 38,999 | Rs 40,999 | Rs 45,999 | Rs 7,000 |
| Xiaomi Pad 8 (standard with pen) | 12 GB + 256 GB | Rs 41,999 | Rs 43,999 | Rs 48,999 | Rs 7,000 |
| Xiaomi Pad 8 (nano-texture with pen) | 12 GB + 256 GB | Rs 43,999 | Rs 45,999 | Rs 50,999 | Rs 7,000 |
At the time of writing, Xiaomi has not released an official statement regarding the price increase. However, the new prices are live on the Xiaomi India website, and the tablet is available for purchase at these revised prices. The first Xiaomi Pad 8 price hike happened in June 2026.
Hence, if you are looking for a new tablet and have been eyeing the Xiaomi Pad 8, now is the best time to purchase it. We are not sure if this is the final price hike or if more price revisions are set to follow. Also, Beebom Gadgets has a dedicated smartphone price hike tracker to keep you abreast of the latest smartphone price hikes in India. Do give it a read!
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