Lenovo K9
#4012
Realme 1
#4030Category Breakdown
Lenovo K9
Realme 1
Performance
60.360.3
Camera
42.442.4
Display
70.570.5
Battery
43.543.5
Build
79.879.8
Overall
57.357.3
Summary
- The Lenovo K9 features a 5.7-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels, while the Realme 1 offers a larger 6.0-inch IPS LCD with a higher resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels, resulting in better pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the K9 is powered by the Mediatek Helio P22 chipset, whereas the Realme 1 utilizes the more powerful Helio P60, providing superior processing capabilities.
- Both phones have a 13 MP rear camera, but the Realme 1 includes an 8 MP selfie camera, enhancing its photography options.
- The K9 has a 3000 mAh battery, while the Realme 1's battery is slightly larger at 3410 mAh, which may offer longer usage.
- Both devices run on Android 8.1, but the Realme 1 can be upgraded to Android 9.0, providing a more current software experience.
- The build quality of the Realme 1 benefits from Gorilla Glass 3 on the front, compared to the K9's standard glass front.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Lenovo K9
Realme 1
General
Release Date
2018
2018
Announced
2018
2018
Description
N/A
Versions: CPH1861, CPH1859
Display
Size
5.7"
6"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~402 ppi density)
PPI
720
1080
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm)
Mediatek MT6771 Helio P60 (12 nm)
CPU
Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU
PowerVR GE8320
Mali-G72 MP3
Memory
32GB 3GB RAM
32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
13 MP
Main Camera Details
13 MP, f/2.2, 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF5 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
13 MP, f/2.2, PDAF
Front Camera
N/A
8 MP
Front Camera Details
N/A
8 MP, f/2.2
Video Recording
1080p@30/60fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
1080p@30/60fps
1080p@30fps
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
3000 mAh
3410 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 3410 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
10W wired
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
153.8 x 72.9 x 8 mm (6.06 x 2.87 x 0.31 in)
156.5 x 75.2 x 7.8 mm (6.16 x 2.96 x 0.31 in)
Weight
155 g
155 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, Blue
Diamond Black, Solar Red, Moonlight Silver
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat6 300/50 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat13 600/100 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.1, A2DP, LE
4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✗
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
microUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS
Software
Operating System
Android 8.1 (Oreo)
Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), ColorOS 6
OS Version
Android 8.1 (Oreo)
Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), ColorOS 6
Security
Fingerprint
✓
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes