Overall Score
63.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#1718)63.2
Performance(#1591)68.5
Camera(#1549)47.9
Display(#5662)70.5
Battery(#2517)58.5
Build(#1689)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 5G
Short Review
- The Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 5G features a sturdy build with Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and a plastic back, measuring 162 x 77.3 x 9.2 mm and weighing 199 grams.
- It sports a 6.53-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels and a typical brightness of 450 nits, but lacks HDR support.
- Powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 800U chipset, it offers solid performance with an octa-core CPU and options for up to 256GB of storage and 8GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 48 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and a 2 MP macro lens, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- A 13 MP front camera is available for selfies.
- The device is equipped with a 5000 mAh battery that supports 18W charging, ensuring long usage times.
- Running on Android 10 with MIUI 12, it provides a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include 5G support, dual-band Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5.1.
- Notably, it features stereo speakers and a headphone jack for enhanced audio experiences.
- Available in Gray, Green, and Violet, it combines functionality with a modern aesthetic.
Specifications
General
Release Date2020, November 26
Announced2020, November 26
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.53"
TypeIPS LCD, 450 nits (typ)
Resolution1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~395 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 800U (7 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G57 MC3
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 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, PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 118˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Front Camera13 MP
Front Camera Details13 MP, f/2.3, 29mm (standard), 1/3.1", 1.12µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions162 x 77.3 x 9.2 mm (6.38 x 3.04 x 0.36 in)
Weight199 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsGray, Green, Violet
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 10, MIUI 12
OS VersionAndroid 10, MIUI 12
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes