Overall Score
58.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#1475)58.0
Performance(#2386)78.3
Camera(#1019)68.5
Display(#2462)76.6
Battery(#1494)35.9
Build(#242)91.4
Connectivity(#3342)55.3
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Xiaomi Redmi Note 9S
Short Review
- The Xiaomi Redmi Note 9S features a sleek design with Gorilla Glass 5 on both the front and back, complemented by a plastic frame, and weighs 209 grams.
- Its 6.67-inch IPS LCD display supports HDR10, offering a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and a typical brightness of 450 nits, though it operates at a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G chipset, it provides solid performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 4GB or 6GB of RAM across different storage configurations.
- The camera system includes a 48 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide, a 5 MP macro, and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- A 16 MP front camera is available for selfies.
- The device is equipped with a robust 5020 mAh battery, supporting 18W fast charging but lacking wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 10 with MIUI 14, it is upgradable to Android 12, ensuring a modern software experience.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and a USB Type-C port, although it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone also retains a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Available in Aurora Blue, Glacier White, and Interstellar Gray, the Redmi Note 9S combines functionality with an appealing aesthetic.
Specifications
General
Release Date2020, March 23
Announced2020, March 23
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.67"
TypeIPS LCD, HDR10, 450 nits (typ)
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM7125 Snapdragon 720G (8 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.3 GHz Kryo 465 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 465 Silver)
GPUAdreno 618
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 119˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm5 MP, f/2.4, (macro), AF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06" 1.0µm
Front Camera FeaturesHDR, panorama
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 720p@960fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video1080p@30/120fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5020 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5020 mAh
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions165.8 x 76.7 x 8.8 mm (6.53 x 3.02 x 0.35 in)
Weight209 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame
ColorsAurora Blue, Glacier White, Interstellar Gray
Foldable✗
SAR0.96 W/kg (head) 0.40 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 10, upgradable to Android 12, MIUI 14
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass