Review of the smartphone Xiaomi Redmi 9 with advantages and disadvantages

The well-known brand Xiaomi presents gadgets so quickly and in such quantities that only loyal fans are still not lost in this "museum" of smartphones. When did the Mi 8a come out, and what is the decoding for the 9T? Perhaps these questions will remain a mystery to humanity.

At the same time, people who are far from the eternal race for the best chips and pixels find it easy to get lost in a variety of colors, sizes and shapes of cameras! Therefore, so that the promising new Xiaomi Redmi 9 does not get lost among hundreds of gray names, let's immediately assess its capabilities.

In this article, you will learn:
New for gamers or bloggers?
Why is this a strong contender for the best design of 2024?
What should be a phone for 12 thousand rubles?

Appearance and features

Despite the fact that now large brands support one single motto: "The larger the phone, the more cameras you can fit on it!" the design of the future novelty Xiaomi Redmi 9 literally attracts the eye.

At the moment there is no exact information about the materials used. However, experts, referring to a few photos and an estimated price (120 euros), are confident that the body and side edges will be made in matte plastic. The screen, in turn, will be covered with tempered glass. Although the rear panel is very similar to aluminum in the photo, you shouldn't fall for the virtuoso tricks of the Chinese!

In any case, it would be a crime not to praise an interesting design. The entire back panel is covered with a vertical gradient. A row of 4 cameras and a fingerprint is housed in a narrow, black block at the top of the case. The front camera is presented in the form of two sensors, framed in a "capsule". The idea a year ago did not appeal to fans, but it seems Xiaomi does not care about negative comments.

So, for example, a bold game with geometry only benefited the novelty, reminding that there was still variety in the field of smartphones.

We can only wait for how soon other brands will take away the "chip" of design with a sphere.

The dimensions of Redmi 9 promise to be far from childish. This can be judged by the impressive diagonal of the screen - 6.6 inches. Unfortunately, such oversized models are often subject to rapid wear. The plastic and paint on the sides will quickly peel off, as will the forward-facing camera, however. Still, the budget segment and covers are inseparable things!

The only joy is Corning Gorilla Glass 5. The protection of the screen is excellent, but the quality is not for everybody.

The fingerprint response is fast enough, after all Xiaomi has already got the hang of this technology.

An interesting addition! The Redmi 9 smartphone withstands minor splashes of water (splash-resistant).

Options and colors

So far, users do not give up hope that the brand will add a silicone, transparent case to the basic kit. However, the generosity of brands does not extend to every model.

• Clip for SIM card slot;
• USB cable (Type C 2.0);
• Charger (18 Volts);
• Add. documents and coupon.

So far, only three colors of the Xiaomi Redmi 9 have been declassified: blue (with a dark blue gradient), black and purple. But this does not mean that their number will not increase by release.

Specifications

Screen

The novelty is devoid of unsightly "chins" and "bangs". The screen resolution, however, is not the maximum, only 720 x 1600 pixels. The quality of the image really upset the users, but there is no reason to argue with the fact that “the budget is the savings in everything”.

The video is produced in 1080p quality at 30 fps.

The pixel density is 266 ppi. The figure is small, this will affect the clarity of the images and the color rendition equally. Unsurprisingly, the brand opted for an inexpensive IPS matrix for the new product. However, this investment is rather profitable, since the LCD screen is distinguished by excellent brightness (even in sunny weather), color contrast and durability. Among the shortcomings, one can single out a large energy consumption, a slow response to touch and fragility.

Operating system and MIUI 12

The smartphone is running the latest version of Android 10. It is worth noting that the developers debugged the failing processes, and twisted the possibilities to the maximum. Thanks to the improved prediction system, you will not have to worry about messengers and push-up notifications - the system will offer a number of "short answers" by itself. As well as worrying that the alarm is not loud enough with the new equalizer. There are also brand new features:

• Blocking annoying apps;
• Family control, if it is a child's smartphone (as well as constant location tracking);
• USB port clogging notification;
• Android for car (easy setup for car);
• A cloud for storing confidential information.

Also, Xiaomi fans have been waiting for the MIUI 12 update for a long time. So, the Redmi 9 smartphone will be one of the first to work on its base. The experts described the changes as “global”. The interface has improved, the ability to animate widgets and icons (at the IOS level), access to super wallpapers (as they are called) in high resolution. The developers promised to minimize system crashes and eliminate task manager overload.

Performance and memory

The built-in chipset of the novelty was warmly received by users. The Mediatek Helio G70 processor is based on a 12nm process technology and competes with the 7th generation Snapdragon on the market. He has 8 nimble cores, which are divided into two clusters. The first has 2 powerful Cortex-A75 cores with a clock frequency of 2 GHz. In the second, there are already 6 (Cortex-A55) with a frequency of 1.7 GHz.

These characteristics allow us to classify the novelty as a gaming smartphone without preliminary tests. It can easily run a 3D game at medium settings. At the same time, the case heats up, but not critical.At the same time, the processing speed in Mediatek Helio G70 is even higher than in Qualcomm chips.

Chip Features:

• AI-camera with the ability to recognize an object and then adjust the camera;
• Quickly remove the background and highlight details in the photo for processing;
• Improved connectivity in subway and airplane with less power consumption.
• Ability to "drop" or "accept" a call during the game, without interrupting the connection for an instant;
• Smooth operation with demanding scenes, applications and intense gameplay.

The maximum RAM is 6 GB. Combined with social networks, memory and optimization may not be enough for heavy games. The developers also do not deny isolated crashes and crashes. But the maximum external memory is 128 GB. There is already where to roam!

Testing

• Achieve 195,984 points in AnTuTu 8 (33% more than Snapdragon 6 chips);
• The GPU frequency is 26% higher than that of the Snapdragon 665 chip.

Autonomy

The brand has done a great job on the autonomy of the smartphone, although in budget gadgets, a small charge takes almost the leading positions in terms of problematicity. The main capacity is 5000 mAh. Combined with a low-cost screen and OS optimization, the phone will last 2-3 days without recharging. Of course, games will land it in 16-18 hours, as well as mobile Internet, however.

There is no fast charging function, it would still be too cool for such a budget model, but the adapter has a capacity of up to 18 volts.

Camera

For unknown reasons, the brand has hidden information about the front camera. Maybe we have another breakthrough ahead?

What about the main camera? The possibilities are weak and even the number of lenses will not correct blurry, dull photographs. The main lens is 13 MP, with an aperture of f / 1.8 (allows you to shoot at night) and a wide viewing angle. This will be enough for unpretentious users, but poor color rendition is still noticeable under improper lighting. It is unclear why, given such weak characteristics, the developers added a sensor to create bokeh.

The second lens, according to the established tradition, is 8 MP, with a rather weak f / 2.2 aperture. The viewing angle is approximately 118 degrees. Ideal for video recording as it captures more of the subject in the frame and has a suitable “Hollywood” format.

The remaining two lenses are for macro shooting (5 MP) and better frame settings (2 MP). They especially do not affect what, so everyone who is looking for a phone specifically for Instagram or practicing their hobbies from time to time, we advise you to look at other models. This fact will upset young people the most.

Advantages and disadvantages

• Large screen;
• Good matrix;
• Beautiful, unusual design;
• Juicy colors;
• Powerful gaming processor;
• Large charge reserve;
• Protection of the screen from water and scratches;
• Lots of OS + MIUI 12 options.

• Cheap materials (easily damaged);
• Low pixel density.

Outcome

Finally, we summarize. The novelty will surely make a splash in June this year. For such a low price (10-12 thousand rubles), users receive many pleasant bonuses, from the best version of Android to gaming capabilities. Undoubtedly, the camera is the most important thing for the young generation in the phone today, so the novelty cannot be called unambiguously universal.

On the other hand, for older people, it will suit 100%. The processor works great with heavy applications and has a good charge for constant calls and messages. In your spare time, a large, bright screen will help you with an interesting movie or TV series. Seniors, in turn, are pleased with the ability to adjust font and icon sizes.