Apple's 2021 8.3-inch iPad mini was the first mini to drop Lightning for USB-C and the first with an all-screen redesign — but it is the only modern iPad in the lineup with no Smart Connector, so it has no first-party Magic Keyboard option. The USB-C port runs USB 3.1 Gen 1 at up to 5 Gb/s with DisplayPort Alt Mode for one external display up to 4K@60Hz and 20W USB-C PD charging. There is no 3.5mm headphone jack and no Thunderbolt.
Device Information
- Manufacturer
- Apple
- Release Year
- 2021
- Model Number
- A2567 / A2568 / A2569
- Category
- Tablet
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Available Ports
| Connector | Quantity | Power (PD) | Capabilities | Label | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1) | 1 | 20 W | DP Alt Mode | USB-C (bottom) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 at up to 5 Gb/s with DisplayPort Alt Mode for one external display up to 4K@60Hz. Charges via 20W USB-C PD. No Thunderbolt. |
Notes & Compatibility
First iPad mini with USB-C (replacing Lightning) and first with an all-screen redesign. Unlike every other modern iPad, the mini 6 has NO Smart Connector — there is no first-party Magic Keyboard for this model. USB-C runs USB 3.1 Gen 1 at up to 5 Gb/s with DisplayPort Alt Mode for one external display up to 4K@60Hz. Charges via the same port using a 20W USB-C PD adapter. Apple Pencil (2nd gen) charges via the magnetic strip on the long edge — not modelled as a port. No Thunderbolt, no 3.5mm jack, no microSD.
Common questions
How many ports does the Apple iPad mini 6 (A15, 2021) have?
The Apple iPad mini 6 (A15, 2021) has 1 port: 1 × USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1).
How many USB ports does the Apple iPad mini 6 (A15, 2021) have?
The Apple iPad mini 6 (A15, 2021) has 1 USB port: 1 × USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1).
What video connections does the Apple iPad mini 6 (A15, 2021) have?
The Apple iPad mini 6 (A15, 2021) has 1 port that can carry video: 1 × USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1). Its USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1) port supports DisplayPort Alt Mode, so video travels over the USB-C connector itself with a suitable cable or adapter.
How is the Apple iPad mini 6 (A15, 2021) powered?
The Apple iPad mini 6 (A15, 2021) takes power over 1 × USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1), rated for up to 20 W.
Does the Apple iPad mini 6 (A15, 2021) have HDMI?
No. The Apple iPad mini 6 (A15, 2021) has no HDMI port. It does carry video over 1 × USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1).
Does the Apple iPad mini 6 (A15, 2021) have a USB-A port?
No. The Apple iPad mini 6 (A15, 2021) has no full-size USB Type-A port. It has 1 × USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1) instead, so full-size USB accessories need an adapter or a hub.
Does the Apple iPad mini 6 (A15, 2021) have a headphone jack?
No. The Apple iPad mini 6 (A15, 2021) has no 3.5 mm headphone jack. Wired headphones connect through 1 × USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1) with an adapter.