Xiaomi has launched another variant of Redmi 9 with dual camera. The unveiling was made in India, and it shares some similar specifications together with the Redmi 9 global version that was announced in Spain early June.
The Redmi 9 smartphone features a waterdrop-style display notch and carries dual rear cameras. The Redmi 9 also packs a 5,000mAh battery that supports fast charging.
Key Specs
Display: 6.53-inch (720x1600)
Processor: MediaTek Helio G35
Front Camera: 5MP
Rear Camera: 13MP + 2MP
RAM: 4GB
Storage: 64/ 128GB
Battery Capacity: 5000mAh
OS: Android 10
Release Date: 27th August 2020
Display & Design
Dual-SIM (Nano) Redmi 9 features a 6.53-inch HD+ (720×1,600 pixels) Dot View display with an 20:9 aspect ratio. The phone measures 164.9×77.07×9.0mm. It also comes in three distinct colour options, namely Carbon Black, Sky Blue, and Sporty Orange.
Software & Hardware
The mobile runs on Android 10 with MIUI 12, and it is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Helio G35 SoC, paired with 4GB of RAM. The Redmi 9 packs the 5,000mAh battery that supports 10W fast charging.
The company moves ahead to provide a 64GB and 128GB onboard storage options on the Redmi 9 that are both expandable via microSD card (up to 512GB) through a dedicated slot.
Camera
For photos and videos, the Redmi 9 comes with dual rear camera that includes a 13-megapixel primary sensor and a 2-megapixel secondary, depth sensor. It however sports a 5-megapixel selfie camera at the front.
Sensor & Connectivity
Connectivity options include 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v5.0, GPS/ A-GPS, Micro-USB, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The phone also comes with a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor.
Redmi 9 Specifications
General
Brand: Xiaomi
Model: Redmi 9
Release date: 27th August 2020
Launched in India: Yes
Form factor: Touchscreen
Dimensions (mm): 164.90 x 77.07 x 9.00
Weight (g): 196.00
Battery capacity (mAh): 5000
Fast charging: Proprietary
Colours: Carbon Black, Sporty Orange, Sky Blue
Display
Screen size (inches): 6.53
Touchscreen: Yes
Resolution: 720×1600 pixels
Aspect ratio: 20:9
Hardware
Processor: octa-core
Processor make: MediaTek Helio G35
RAM: 4GB
Internal storage: 64/ 128GB
Expandable storage type: microSD
Expandable storage up to (GB): 512
Dedicated microSD slot: Yes
Camera
Main camera: 13-megapixel (f/2.2) + 2-megapixel (f/2.4)
Rear autofocus: Yes
Rear flash: Yes
Front camera: 5-megapixel (f/2.2, 1.12-micron)
Software
Operating system: Android 10
Skin: MIUI 12
Connectivity
Wi-Fi: Yes
Wi-Fi standards supported: 802.11 b/g/n
GPS: Yes
Bluetooth: Yes, v 5.00
Micro-USB: Yes
Headphones: 3.5mm
FM: Yes
Number of SIMs: 2
SIM Type: Nano-SIM
GSM/CDMA: GSM
3G: Yes
4G/ LTE: Yes
Sensors
Face unlock: Yes
Fingerprint sensor: Yes
Proximity sensor: Yes
Accelerometer: Yes
Ambient light sensor: Yes
Redmi 9 Price, Availability in India
Redmi 9 price in India has been set at Rs 8,999 (roughly N47,000) for the 64GB storage variant, while the 128GB storage option comes at a price of Rs. 9,999 (roughly N52,500). Both storage options will go on sale in the country through Amazon and Mi.com. Its first sale will begin at 12pm (noon) on August 31.
