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Xiaomi Mi 9 phone review — specs and Genze score

Xiaomi Mi 9 Specifications

Xiaomi

Released 2019, Feb 20

6 / 8 GB RAM · Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm)

  • 173g, 7.6mm thickness
  • Android 9.0, up to Android 10, MIUI 12.5
  • 64GB/128GB/256GB storage, no card slot

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 6.5
Display 7.4
Performance 7.5
Camera 6
Body 6
Gaming 7.5
Software 4.4
Connectivity 2.5
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 6.5/10

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Quick specifications

6.39"

1080x2340 pixels

48MP

2160p

6/8GB RAM

Snapdragon 855

3300mAh

27W20W

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6.5 /10
Performance 7.5/10
Battery 6.5/10
Display 7.4/10
Camera 6/10
Body 6/10
Gaming 7.5/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 2.5/10
Sensors 7.2/10
7 nm 2.84 GHz BT 5.0 2019

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
??? CDMA 800 & TD-SCDMA
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 28, 38, 39, 40 - Global
??? 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - China
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat18 1200/150 Mbps
Announced 2019, February 20. Released 2019, March 25
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 157.5 x 74.7 x 7.6 mm (6.20 x 2.94 x 0.30 in)
Weight 173 g (6.10 oz)
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Type Super AMOLED, HDR10
Size 6.39 inches, 100.2 cm2 (~85.2% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 6
OS Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10, MIUI 12.5
Chipset Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm)
CPU Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485)
GPU Adreno 640
Card slot No
Internal 64GB 6GB RAM, 64GB 8GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
??? UFS 2.1
Triple 48 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8??m, PDAF

12 MP, f/2.2, 54mm (telephoto), 1/3.6", 1.0??m, PDAF, 2x optical zoom

16 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/3.0", 1.0??m, PDAF
Features Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/120/240fps, 1080p@960fps
Single 20 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3", 0.9??m
Features HDR
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack No
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Positioning GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)
NFC Yes
Infrared port Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Sensors Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass
??? Virtual proximity sensing
Type Li-Po 3300 mAh, non-removable
Charging 27W wired, QC4

20W wireless
Colors Lavender Violet, Ocean Blue, Piano Black
Models M1902F1G
SAR 0.99 W/kg (head) 1.04 W/kg (body)
SAR EU 1.39 W/kg (head) 1.30 W/kg (body)
Price About 590 EUR
Performance AnTuTu: 372006 (v7)

GeekBench: 11181 (v4.4)

GFXBench: 35fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Display Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 3.921 (sunlight)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 70dB / Noise 74dB / Ring 81dB
Audio quality Noise -93.9dB / Crosstalk -91.9dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 95h

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Frequently asked questions

Is Xiaomi Mi 9 worth buying in 2026?

Xiaomi Mi 9 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 6.5/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Xiaomi Mi 9 good for gaming?

Xiaomi Mi 9 scores 75/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of Xiaomi Mi 9?

Xiaomi Mi 9 has a 3,300 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Xiaomi Mi 9 have?

Xiaomi Mi 9 features a 6.39-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Xiaomi Mi 9 have?

Xiaomi Mi 9 is available with 6 / 8 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Xiaomi Mi 9?

Genze rates Xiaomi Mi 9 6.5/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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