Mi 9 Pro 5G
Xiaomi's first 5G flagship with 40W wired + 30W wireless.
The Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro 5G is a flagship Xiaomi smartphone released Sep 2019, with a launch price of $549. It pairs the Snapdragon 855 Plus with a 6.39" FHD+ AMOLED, 60Hz display, a 48 MP IMX586 + 16 MP ultrawide + 12 MP 2x tele main camera and a 4000 mAh, 40W wired + 30W wireless battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 80/100 — Why the Mi 9 Pro matters Standout strengths: fastest wireless charging at launch (30w) and 12 gb ram ceiling unusual for 2019. Main trade-off: mono speaker disappointed at flagship price.
Why the Mi 9 Pro matters
The Mi 9 Pro 5G was Xiaomi's first 5G phone and the fastest-charging phone of 2019 — 30W wireless beat every rival by 20W, and the 40W wired refilled the battery in under 50 minutes — milestones that made Xiaomi the brand to watch for charging tech.
Read the full review- Fastest wireless charging at launch (30W)
- 12 GB RAM ceiling unusual for 2019
- Snapdragon 855 Plus very capable
Full specifications
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How the Mi 9 Pro 5G compares
| Mi 9 Pro 5G | iPhone 13 Pro Max | POCO X6 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 80 | 80 | 80 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 855 Plus | Apple A15 Bionic | Dimensity 8300-Ultra |
| Display | 6.39" FHD+ AMOLED, 60Hz | 6.7" LTPO OLED | 6.67" AMOLED 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 48 MP IMX586 + 16 MP ultrawide + 12 MP 2x tele | 12 MP · f/1.5 | 64 MP · f/1.79 |
| Battery | 4000 mAh, 40W wired + 30W wireless | 4,352 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $549 | $1,099 | $349 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Mi 9 Pro 5G released?
The Mi 9 Pro 5G was released in Sep 2019.
How much does the Mi 9 Pro 5G cost?
The Mi 9 Pro 5G launched at $549 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Mi 9 Pro 5G screen size and type?
The Mi 9 Pro 5G has a 6.39" FHD+ AMOLED, 60Hz display.
What chipset does the Mi 9 Pro 5G use?
The Mi 9 Pro 5G is powered by the Snapdragon 855 Plus chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Mi 9 Pro 5G have?
The Mi 9 Pro 5G ships with 8/12 GB LPDDR4X (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Mi 9 Pro 5G battery capacity?
The Mi 9 Pro 5G has a 4000 mAh, 40W wired + 30W wireless battery.
How fast does the Mi 9 Pro 5G charge?
The Mi 9 Pro 5G supports 40W wired charging.
Does the Mi 9 Pro 5G have wireless charging?
The Mi 9 Pro 5G supports 30W wireless charging.
What is the Mi 9 Pro 5G main camera?
The Mi 9 Pro 5G has a 48 MP IMX586 + 16 MP ultrawide + 12 MP 2x tele main camera.
Does the Mi 9 Pro 5G have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the Mi 9 Pro 5G includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 12 MP, f/2.2, 2x optical.
Does the Mi 9 Pro 5G have 5G?
The Mi 9 Pro 5G supports 5G (Yes, sub-6).
Does the Mi 9 Pro 5G have a headphone jack?
The Mi 9 Pro 5G does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the Mi 9 Pro 5G weigh?
The Mi 9 Pro 5G weighs 196 g.
What colours does the Mi 9 Pro 5G come in?
The Mi 9 Pro 5G is available in 2 colours: Titanium Black, Dream White.
Is the Mi 9 Pro 5G worth buying?
The Mi 9 Pro 5G was Xiaomi's first 5G phone and the fastest-charging phone of 2019 — 30W wireless beat every rival by 20W, and the 40W wired refilled the battery in under 50 minutes — milestones that made Xiaomi the brand to watch for charging tech. SpecEagle gives the Mi 9 Pro 5G an editorial score of 80/100.
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