The Redmi 9 offers all the premium features you deserve, without compromise. Its versatile AI quad-camera setup allows for quick shots, macro close-ups, ultra-wide-angle photos, and even portraits. Users can also unleash their creativity with premium camera features like kaleidoscope and palm shutter.
Equipped with a large 5020mAh battery, the Redmi 9 stays charged all day long, even under heavy use. With up to 18W fast charging technology, you can quickly recharge it and get back to the action in no time.
Featuring a class-leading 6.53'' FHD+ Dot Drop display with a resolution of 1080p, the Redmi 9 provides the visual experience you deserve. Bright, sharp colors burst from an almost bezel-less screen, making your video and gaming experience truly immersive.
The powerful MediaTek Helio G80 is optimized for longer battery life and smoother uninterrupted gaming, enabling ultra-fast and secure facial unlocking.
Memory | 3 GB |
Storage capacity | 32 GB |
Display size (inches) | 6.53" |
Image resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels |
Operating system | Android |
Capacity | 5020 mAh |
Number of cameras | Quad Camera |
Item number | 13397842 |
Manufacturer | Xiaomi |
Category | Smartphones |
Manufacturer no. | MZB9702EU |
Release date | 2.7.2020 |
Colour | Violet |
Exact colour description | Sunset Purple |
Case material | Plastic |
Model range | Xiaomi Redmi 9 |
Mobile features | 3.5mm jack socket, Face Unlock, Fingerprint |
SAR value | 0.79 W/kg |
Operating system | Android |
Operating System Version | Android 10 |
Display size (inches) | 6.53" |
Screen technology | LCD |
Panel technology | IPS |
Image resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels |
Aspect ratio | 19.5:9 |
Refresh rate | 30 Hz |
Notch | Drop Notch / Water-Drop Notch |
Pixel density | 395 ppi |
Colour depth | 24 bits |
Pixel density | 394 dpi |
Mobile phone standard | 4G |
Connectivity | Bluetooth, NFC, WiFi hotspot, WLAN |
Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 1 / 802.11b, Wi-Fi 2 / 802.11a, Wi-Fi 3 / 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 / 802.11n, Wi-Fi 5 / 802.11ac |
Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
Audio features | AAC |
Number of cameras | Quad Camera |
Camera resolution | 13 Mpx |
F number main camera | 2.20 f |
Main camera angle | 75.20° |
Wide angle camera Resolution | 13 Mpx |
Wide angle camera luminous intensity | 2.20 f |
Wide angle camera angle | 75.20° |
Ultra wide angle camera Resolution | 8 Mpx |
Ultra wide angle camera luminous intensity | 2.20 f |
Ultra wide angle camera angle | 118° |
Camera feature | Wide-angle |
Zoom | No zoom |
Front camera resolution | 8 Mpx |
F number front camera | 2 f |
Max. Video resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
Max. video resolution standard | Full HD |
Images per sec. at max. Resolution | 30p |
USB connector type | USB-C |
Mobile processor | Mediatek Helio G80 |
Number of processor cores | 8 -Core |
Clock frequency | 2 GHz |
Memory | 3 GB |
Storage capacity | 32 GB |
Max. memory extension | 512 GB |
Memory card type | microSD |
SIM card type | Nano SIM |
SIM type | Dual SIM + SD |
SIM slot | Nano SIM |
SIM slot 2 | Nano SIM |
Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, Compass, Infrared sensor, Proximity sensor |
Localisation technology | A-GPS, Compass, GLONASS, GPS |
Navigation software | Google Maps |
Battery type | LiPo |
Capacity | 5020 mAh |
Charging technology | Fast Charge |
Smart home ecosystem | Google Assistant |
Communication standard | Google Assistant |
Country of origin | China |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Battery charger, Power supply, SIM needle, Smartphone, TPU case, USB-C cable, User manual, Warranty card |
Height | 9.10 mm |
Width | 77.01 mm |
Length | 163.32 mm |
Weight | 198 g |
Length | 17.70 cm |
Width | 9 cm |
Height | 5.50 cm |
Weight | 500 g |
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