
Overall Score
62.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#2010)62.1
Performance(#3518)62.5
Camera(#2723)44.3
Display(#2654)75.5
Battery(#1266)63.0
Build(#1548)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Realme 9i
Short Review
- The Realme 9i features a sleek design with dimensions of 164.4 x 75.7 x 8.4 mm and a weight of 190g, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
- Its 6.6-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2412 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals at 480 nits brightness.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 chipset, it delivers solid performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 4GB or 6GB of RAM.
- The rear camera setup includes a 50 MP main sensor, complemented by 2 MP macro and depth sensors, capable of recording 1080p video.
- A 16 MP front camera is available for selfies.
- The device is equipped with a 5000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging, ensuring longevity and quick power replenishment.
- Running on Android 11 with an upgrade path to Android 13, it features Realme UI 4 for a user-friendly experience.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, enhancing versatility.
- It also includes stereo speakers and a headphone jack for audio needs.
- Overall, the Realme 9i combines practical features with a modern design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2022, January 10
Announced2022, January 10
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.6"
TypeIPS LCD, 90Hz, 480 nits (typ)
Resolution1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~400 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate90Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionDragontrail Pro Glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo 265 Silver)
GPUAdreno 610
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera50 MP
Main Camera Details50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera Details16 MP, f/2.1, 26mm (wide), 1/3.0", 1.0µm
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery Details5000 mAh
Charging Details33W wired, 100% in 70 min
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions164.4 x 75.7 x 8.4 mm (6.47 x 2.98 x 0.33 in)
Weight190 g
MaterialsGlass front (Dragontrail Pro), plastic frame, plastic back
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 11, upgradable to Android 13, Realme UI 4
OS VersionAndroid 11, upgradable to Android 13, Realme UI 4
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes