Overall Score
42.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#3306)42.1
Performance(#3025)72.6
Camera(#5401)28.4
Display(#3142)67.5
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#3505)15.8
Connectivity(#4119)50.7
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The Xiaomi Redmi 9 Activ features a practical design with dimensions of 164.9 x 77.1 x 9 mm and a weight of 194g, available in Carbon Black, Coral Green, and Metallic Purple.
- Its 6.53-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels with a typical brightness of 400 nits, although it lacks HDR support.
- Powered by the Mediatek MT6765G Helio G35 chipset, it delivers decent performance through its octa-core CPU and is available with either 4GB or 6GB of RAM.
- The camera setup includes a 13 MP main sensor and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera handles selfies.
- The device is equipped with a robust 5000mAh battery, supporting 10W charging but no wireless charging.
- Running on Android 10 with MIUI 12, the software experience is user-friendly, though it may not have the latest features.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 5.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone has a microUSB 2.0 port and retains a headphone jack for audio.
- Overall, the Redmi 9 Activ combines solid specifications with practical features for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, September 24
Announced2021, September 24
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.53"
TypeIPS LCD, 400 nits (typ)
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6765G Helio G35 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUPowerVR GE8320
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR
Front Camera5 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1.12µm
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions164.9 x 77.1 x 9 mm (6.49 x 3.04 x 0.35 in)
Weight194 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsCarbon Black, Coral Green, Metallic Purple
Foldable✗
SAR0.51 W/kg (head) 0.83 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 10, MIUI 12
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity