The Redmi Note 9 5G is the vanilla version of the Pro model with a similar design. It runs a MediaTek Dimensity processor and is powered by a massive battery with fast charging support. The camera features triple sensors at the back and a single selfie snapper integrated inside a punch hole. Redmi Note 9 5G price starts at $197, and that makes it one of the most affordable 5G phones out there.
Redmi Note 9 5G specs highlights
- 6.53-inch LCD panel
- Corning Gorilla Glass 5
- Mediatek Dimensity 800U SoC
- 8GB RAM + 256GB ROM
- 48MP + 8MP + 2MP rear camera
- 13MP from camera
- 5000mAh battery
- 18W fast charging
- Side-mounted fingerprint scanner
- Redmi Note 9 5G Price: $197
Redmi Note 9 5G specs
While Note 9 5G sports a similar design to the Pro model, their build isn’t the same. The latter makes use of a glass design, while plastic is used to design the former’s back panel. Everything other things in terms of design looks the same. The position of the dual speakers, USB port, and the 3.5mm headphone jack. The display has a thin bezel and a small hole for the selfie camera at the top left.
Redmi Note 9 5G display
The panel is a 6.53-inch LCD with a standard 60Hz refresh rate. It features Full HD+ resolution and up to 450nits of brightness. Under the Corning Gorilla Glass 5, the display delivers exquisite colors and details. If you want extra display features like adaptive refresh rate and more, check the Pro variant here.
Redmi Note 9 5G performance
When it comes to performance, the Redmi Note 9 5G uses a MediaTek Dimensity 800U 7nm mode Octa-Core processor. It’s paired with up to 8GB RAM and is going to deliver a peak gaming performance. And coupled with the Mali-G57 MC3, you get rich details, which will improve your experience. Outside-of-the-box, the device runs MIUI 12 based on Android 10.
Redmi Note 9 5G camera
The rear camera features triple sensors. It consists of a primary 48MP sensor, flanked by an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens and a 2MP macro shooter. For video, you will be able to shoot 4K videos@30fps, while the front camera is a 13MP shooter and can only shoot 1080p@30fps videos. You’re better off with the Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G with primary 108MP if you want better smartphone photography.
Redmi Note 9 5G battery and security
The battery capacity is a massive 5000mAh and supports an 18W fast charging solution. That will take a while to charge, but you don’t get to charge every time as a single charge is expected to last for days. As for security, you get a side-mounted fingerprint, which is integrated into the power button for easy reach.
Redmi Note 9 5G price and availability
Redmi Note 9 5G price starts at $197 for the 6/128GB combo, while the 128GB variant sets you back $227. The more premium model with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of ROM starts at $258 and will be available in Gray, Green ,and Violet. The device is available for pre-order in China while official sales will start on December 1.
Full Redmi Note 9 5G specs
| General | ||
| Model | Redmi Note 9 5G | |
| Released | November 2020 | |
| Sim Quantity | 2 | |
| Sim Type | Nano (Dual Sim) | |
| Hardware | ||
| OS | Android 10 (MIUI 12) | |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 800U | |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC3 | |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6/8GB | |
| ROM | 128/256GB | |
| External | Yes | |
| Sensor | Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, barometer, compass, side-mounted fingerprint scanner, IR Blaster | |
| Display | ||
| Type | IPS LCD capacitive touch screen | |
| Size | 6.53-inches (83.6% screen to body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080px 20:9 aspect ratio (HDR, 450nits brightness) | |
| Protection | 3.5D Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | |
| Pixel density | 395PPI | |
| Color | 16m | |
| Camera | ||
| Rear | 48MP (f/1.8, 1/2.0″, 0.8µm, PDAF, 26mm (wide)) 8MP f/2.2, 23mm (Ultra-wide) 1.12µm, 1/40″ 2MP, f/2.4 ( macro lens ), 1/5.0″, 1.75µm. | |
| Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, Wide angle | |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/120fps, | |
| Front | 13MP (f/2.3, 29mm (wide), 1/3.1″, 1.12µm) | |
| Features | HDR | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPS | A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS | |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 A2DP, LE | |
| Radio | Yes, FM Radio | |
| USB | 2.0, Type-C 1.0 reversible connector | |
| Infrared/NFC | Yes/No | |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 , a/b/g/n/ac/ dual-band, Wi-Fi direct, Hotspot | |
| Sound | ||
| Loudspeaker | Yes | |
| Headphone jack | Yes | |
| Battery | Non-removable Li-Po 5000mAh | |
|
Fast charge | 18W Fast charging | |
| Body | ||
| Dimension | 162 x 77.3 x 9.2mm | |
| Weight | 199g | |
| Colors | Green, Gray, Violet | |
| Network | ||
| 2G bands | 850/900/1800/1900 CDMA 800 | |
| 3G bands | 850/ 900// 1900/ 2100 CDMA 2000 1xEV-DO | |
| 4G bands 5G bands | 1,2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 1, 3, 41, 78, 79 SA/NSA/sub6 | |
| Speed | LTE-A Cat /Mbps 5G (2.6Gbps DL) | |
| Redmi Note 9 5G | $197 | |
| Order | Here (official sales: December 1) |
