Xiaomi·Mid-range · Released Mar 2019

Mi 9 SE

Compact triple-cam flagship-lite with Snapdragon 712.

72/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$350
Color · Piano Black
Display
5.97" FHD+ AMOLED
Chipset
Snapdragon 712
RAM
6 GB
Storage
64/128 GB
Battery
3070 mAh, 18W
Main camera
48 MP + 13 MP UW + 8 MP 2x tele
Weight
155 g
Quick answer

The Xiaomi Mi 9 SE is a mid-range Xiaomi smartphone released Mar 2019, with a launch price of $350. It pairs the Snapdragon 712 with a 5.97" FHD+ AMOLED display, a 48 MP + 13 MP UW + 8 MP 2x tele main camera and a 3070 mAh, 18W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 72/100 — The compact Mi 9. Standout strengths: compact 5.97" / 155 g with triple cam and amoled + under-display fingerprint. Main trade-off: small 3070 mah battery.

AI Snapshot

The compact Mi 9.

Mi 9 SE shrank the Mi 9 into a compact 5.97" body while keeping a triple camera with optical zoom, AMOLED and under-display fingerprint at $350. A rare small phone with a versatile camera in 2019.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display80
Camera74
Performance68
Battery60
Build78
  • Compact 5.97" / 155 g with triple cam
  • AMOLED + under-display fingerprint
  • IMX586 48 MP main

Full specifications

Type
Super AMOLED, waterdrop notch
Size
5.97 inches
Resolution
1080 x 2340 px
Fingerprint
Under-display
Main
48 MP Sony IMX586, f/1.75
Ultrawide
13 MP
Telephoto
8 MP 2x
Selfie
20 MP

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v7
Δ class avg -89.2%
This
175,000
Class avg
1,620,000

How the Mi 9 SE compares

Mi 9 SEXperia 10 VIPOCO X6
SpecEagle score727272
ChipsetSnapdragon 712SD 6 Gen 1Snapdragon 7s Gen 2
Display5.97" FHD+ AMOLED6.1" OLED 60 Hz6.67" AMOLED 120 Hz
Main camera48 MP + 13 MP UW + 8 MP 2x tele48 MP · f/1.864 MP · f/1.8
Battery3070 mAh, 18W5,000 mAh5,100 mAh
Launch price$350$449$299

Frequently asked questions

When was the Mi 9 SE released?

The Mi 9 SE was released in Mar 2019.

How much does the Mi 9 SE cost?

The Mi 9 SE launched at $350 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the Mi 9 SE screen size and type?

The Mi 9 SE has a 5.97" FHD+ AMOLED display.

What chipset does the Mi 9 SE use?

The Mi 9 SE is powered by the Snapdragon 712 chipset.

How much RAM and storage does the Mi 9 SE have?

The Mi 9 SE ships with 6 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the Mi 9 SE battery capacity?

The Mi 9 SE has a 3070 mAh, 18W battery.

What is the Mi 9 SE main camera?

The Mi 9 SE has a 48 MP + 13 MP UW + 8 MP 2x tele main camera.

Does the Mi 9 SE have a telephoto zoom camera?

Yes — the Mi 9 SE includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 8 MP 2x.

How much does the Mi 9 SE weigh?

The Mi 9 SE weighs 155 g.

What colours does the Mi 9 SE come in?

The Mi 9 SE is available in 3 colours: Piano Black, Ocean Blue, Lavender Violet.

Is the Mi 9 SE worth buying?

Mi 9 SE shrank the Mi 9 into a compact 5.97" body while keeping a triple camera with optical zoom, AMOLED and under-display fingerprint at $350. A rare small phone with a versatile camera in 2019. SpecEagle gives the Mi 9 SE an editorial score of 72/100.

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