Xiaomi·Mid-range · Released Jun 2019

Mi 9T

Pop-up flagship killer with Snapdragon 730 and AMOLED.

78/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$349
Color · Carbon Black
Display
6.39" FHD+ AMOLED
Chipset
Snapdragon 730
RAM
6 GB
Storage
64/128 GB
Battery
4000 mAh, 18W
Main camera
48 MP + 8 MP tele + 13 MP UW
Weight
191 g
Quick answer

The Xiaomi Mi 9T is a mid-range Xiaomi smartphone released Jun 2019, with a launch price of $349. It pairs the Snapdragon 730 with a 6.39" FHD+ AMOLED display, a 48 MP + 8 MP tele + 13 MP UW main camera and a 4000 mAh, 18W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 78/100 — Pop-up flagship killer. Standout strengths: true all-screen amoled via pop-up and triple cam with optical tele. Main trade-off: mechanical pop-up wear concerns.

AI Snapshot

Pop-up flagship killer.

Mi 9T (the global Redmi K20) put a notchless AMOLED, pop-up selfie and a triple cam with optical zoom at $349. It became one of the most recommended value phones of 2019.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display84
Camera76
Performance76
Battery76
Build78
  • True all-screen AMOLED via pop-up
  • Triple cam with optical tele
  • Great value flagship-killer pricing

Full specifications

Type
AMOLED, notchless
Size
6.39 inches
Resolution
1080 x 2340 px
Main
48 MP Sony IMX582, f/1.75
Telephoto
8 MP 2x
Ultrawide
13 MP, 124 deg
Selfie
20 MP pop-up

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v7
Δ class avg -86.7%
This
215,000
Class avg
1,620,000

How the Mi 9T compares

Mi 9TiPhone 13 miniRedmi Note 13 Pro+
SpecEagle score787878
ChipsetSnapdragon 730Apple A15 BionicDimensity 7200 Ultra
Display6.39" FHD+ AMOLED5.4" OLED 60 Hz6.67" AMOLED 120 Hz
Main camera48 MP + 8 MP tele + 13 MP UW12 MP · f/1.6200 MP · f/1.65
Battery4000 mAh, 18W2,406 mAh5,000 mAh
Launch price$349$699$399

Frequently asked questions

When was the Mi 9T released?

The Mi 9T was released in Jun 2019.

How much does the Mi 9T cost?

The Mi 9T launched at $349 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the Mi 9T screen size and type?

The Mi 9T has a 6.39" FHD+ AMOLED display.

What chipset does the Mi 9T use?

The Mi 9T is powered by the Snapdragon 730 chipset.

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

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

What is the Mi 9T battery capacity?

The Mi 9T has a 4000 mAh, 18W battery.

What is the Mi 9T main camera?

The Mi 9T has a 48 MP + 8 MP tele + 13 MP UW main camera.

Does the Mi 9T have a telephoto zoom camera?

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

Does the Mi 9T have a headphone jack?

The Mi 9T has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

How much does the Mi 9T weigh?

The Mi 9T weighs 191 g.

What colours does the Mi 9T come in?

The Mi 9T is available in 3 colours: Carbon Black, Flame Red, Glacier Blue.

Is the Mi 9T worth buying?

Mi 9T (the global Redmi K20) put a notchless AMOLED, pop-up selfie and a triple cam with optical zoom at $349. It became one of the most recommended value phones of 2019. SpecEagle gives the Mi 9T an editorial score of 78/100.

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