Overall Score
66.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#1079)66.1
Performance(#863)70.8
Camera(#1664)47.1
Display(#1338)79.5
Battery(#1198)63.0
Build(#1184)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Realme 9 5G Speed
Short Review
- The Realme 9 5G Speed features a sleek design with dimensions of 164.4 x 75.8 x 8.5 mm and a weight of 199 grams, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
- Its 6.6-inch IPS LCD display boasts a high refresh rate of 144Hz, providing smooth visuals with a resolution of 1080 x 2412 pixels.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G chipset, it delivers robust performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 6GB or 8GB of RAM.
- The rear camera system includes a 48 MP main sensor, complemented by 2 MP macro and depth sensors, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- A 16 MP front camera is available for selfies.
- The device is equipped with a 5000 mAh battery, supporting 30W fast charging but lacking wireless charging.
- Running on Android 11 with an upgrade path to Android 12 and Realme UI 3.0, it offers a user-friendly experience.
- Connectivity options include 5G, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2, and a USB Type-C port.
- Notably, it retains a headphone jack, catering to traditional audio preferences.
- Available in Starry Glow and Azure Glow colors, it combines functionality with aesthetic appeal.
Specifications
General
Release Date2022, March 10
Announced2022, March 10
DescriptionAlso known as Realme 9 5G Speed Edition, Realme 9 5G SE
Display
Size6.6"
TypeIPS LCD, 144Hz, 480 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM)
Resolution1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~400 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate144Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionPanda Glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm)
CPUOcta-core (1x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUAdreno 642L
Memory128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera48 MP
Main Camera Details48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera Details16 MP, f/2.1, 26mm (wide), 1/3.09", 1.0µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery Details5000 mAh
Charging Details30W wired, 50% in 25 min
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions164.4 x 75.8 x 8.5 mm (6.47 x 2.98 x 0.33 in)
Weight199 g
MaterialsGlass front (Panda Glass), plastic back
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsStarry Glow, Azure Glow
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 11, upgradable to Android 12, Realme UI 3.0
OS VersionAndroid 11, upgradable to Android 12, Realme UI 3.0
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes