Mi 9
A 2019 flagship-killer with a triple camera and wireless charging.
The Xiaomi Mi 9 is a flagship Xiaomi smartphone released Feb 2019, with a launch price of $445. It pairs the SD 855 with a 6.39" AMOLED 60 Hz display, a 48 MP · f/1.75 main camera and a 3,300 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 75/100 — A 2019 value flagship that undercut everyone. Standout strengths: flagship snapdragon 855 at a flagship-killer price. and triple camera with ultrawide and 2× zoom. Main trade-off: small 3,300 mah battery.
A 2019 value flagship that undercut everyone.
The Mi 9 packed the Snapdragon 855, a triple camera and wireless charging at a striking price. The small battery and ended support make it a legacy value pick.
Read the full review- Flagship Snapdragon 855 at a flagship-killer price.
- Triple camera with ultrawide and 2× zoom.
- 27 W wired + 20 W wireless charging.
- Light at 173 g.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Mi 9 compares
| Mi 9 | Galaxy A35 | Redmi Note 13 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 75 | 75 | 75 |
| Chipset | SD 855 | Exynos 1380 | SD 7s Gen 2 |
| Display | 6.39" AMOLED 60 Hz | 6.6" Super AMOLED | 6.67" AMOLED 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 48 MP · f/1.75 | 50 MP · f/1.8 | 200 MP · f/1.65 |
| Battery | 3,300 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 5,100 mAh |
| Launch price | $445 | $399 | $299 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Mi 9 released?
The Mi 9 was released in Feb 2019.
How much does the Mi 9 cost?
The Mi 9 launched at $445 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Mi 9 screen size and type?
The Mi 9 has a 6.39" AMOLED 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the Mi 9 use?
The Mi 9 is powered by the SD 855 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Mi 9 have?
The Mi 9 ships with 6 GB · 64 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Mi 9 battery capacity?
The Mi 9 has a 3,300 mAh battery.
How fast does the Mi 9 charge?
The Mi 9 supports 27 W wired charging.
Does the Mi 9 have wireless charging?
The Mi 9 supports 20 W wireless charging.
What is the Mi 9 main camera?
The Mi 9 has a 48 MP · f/1.75 main camera.
Does the Mi 9 have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the Mi 9 includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 12 MP, f/2.2, 2× optical.
Does the Mi 9 have 5G?
The Mi 9 does not support 5G (4G LTE only).
Is the Mi 9 waterproof?
The Mi 9 has no official ingress-protection rating.
How much does the Mi 9 weigh?
The Mi 9 weighs 173 g.
What colours does the Mi 9 come in?
The Mi 9 is available in 3 colours: Piano Black, Ocean Blue, Lavender Violet.
Is the Mi 9 worth buying?
The Mi 9 packed the Snapdragon 855, a triple camera and wireless charging at a striking price. The small battery and ended support make it a legacy value pick. SpecEagle gives the Mi 9 an editorial score of 75/100.
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