
Overall Score
61.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#2258)61.4
Performance(#3620)62.5
Camera(#1139)48.9
Display(#1941)79.5
Battery(#11909)43.5
Build(#862)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Xiaomi Mi 9 SE
Short Review
- The Xiaomi Mi 9 SE features a sleek design with dimensions of 147.5 x 70.5 x 7.5 mm and a weight of 155g, utilizing Gorilla Glass 5 on both the front and back with an aluminum frame.
- Its 5.97-inch Super AMOLED display supports HDR and offers a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 432 ppi.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 712 chipset, it provides efficient performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 616 GPU, complemented by options of 64GB or 128GB storage paired with 6GB RAM.
- The rear camera setup includes a 48 MP wide lens, an 8 MP telephoto lens, and a 13 MP ultrawide lens, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- A 20 MP front camera is available for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 3070 mAh, supporting 18W fast charging but lacking wireless charging.
- Running on Android 9.0 with an upgrade path to Android 11 and MIUI 12.5, the software experience is smooth and modern.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and USB Type-C.
- Special features include a vibrant display and a versatile camera system, making it suitable for various photography needs.
- Overall, the Mi 9 SE combines solid performance, a compact design, and a capable camera in a well-built package.
Specifications
General
Release Date2019
Announced2019, February 20
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.97"
TypeSuper AMOLED, HDR
Resolution1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~432 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM712 Snapdragon 712 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.3 GHz Kryo 360 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 360 Silver)
GPUAdreno 616
Memory64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera48 MP
Main Camera Details48 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.4, (telephoto), 1/4.0", 1.12µm, PDAF13 MP, f/2.4, (ultrawide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm
Front Camera20 MP
Front Camera Details20 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3", 0.9µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 720p@960fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3070 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3070 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions147.5 x 70.5 x 7.5 mm (5.81 x 2.78 x 0.30 in)
Weight155 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsViolet, Blue, Gray
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11, MIUI 12.5
OS VersionAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11, MIUI 12.5
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo