Since Thanksgiving is not a thing in China, today it continues to work as usual, as Xiaomi’s sub-brand Redmi announced three new devices and a smartwatch. The company took the stage to announce the new Redmi Note 9 4G, Redmi Note 9 5G, Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G and Redmi Watch. But before going any further, keep in mind that these devices are not to be confused with the Redmi Note 9 which was launched globally earlier in the year.
Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G
The highest-end model in this new series is the Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G powered by a Snapdragon 750G, with a 6.67-inch 120Hz LCD screen with a 240Hz touch sampling rate, and a main camera. Samsung HM2 of 108 MP with a 1 / 1.52 ″ Sensor. Other cameras in the quad-camera array include an 8MP ultra-wide sensor, 2MP macro, and 2MP depth sensors. Around the front is a 16MP selfie camera.
The Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G features several flourishes not usually seen in the lower-mid-tier price range: IP53 water and dust resistance, stereo speakers, NFC, and 33W wired fast charging for its 4,820 mAh battery. While the device looks modern enough, it uses a side-mounted fingerprint sensor because the LCD panel cannot accommodate an in-display sensor.
The Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G comes in three colors: black, blue and this gradient orange-blue color, and is priced at CNY 1599 ($ 243) for the 6GB + 128GB model, CNY 1799 ($ 273). ) for 8GB + 128GB and CNY 1999 ($ 304) for 8GB + 256GB in China. Availability outside the region is not yet known.
| Specification | Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G |
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| Dimensions and weight | |
| Monitor |
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| SoC | Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G:
Adreno 619 |
| RAM and storage |
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| Battery charging |
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| Security | Side Mount Fingerprint Scanner |
| Rear camera (s) |
Video:
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| Front camera (s) | 16MP |
| Port (s) | USB-C, headphone jack |
| Audio | Dual speakers, AAC, LDAC, LHDC support |
| Connectivity |
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| software | MIUI 12 based on Android 10 |
| Other features |
Redmi Note 9 5G
The non-Pro variant of the Redmi Note 9 runs on the Dimensity 800U SoC, with a larger 5,000 mAh battery and a 6.53-inch LCD screen with a 60Hz refresh rate. The triple camera system consists of a 48MP main sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP depth sensor.
The Redmi Note 9 5G starts at CNY 1299 ($ 197) for the 6GB + 128GB model, CNY 1499 for the 8GB + 128GB, and CNY 1699 for the 8GB + 256GB variant.
| Specification | Redmi Note 9 5G |
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| Build |
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| Dimensions and weight |
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| Monitor |
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| SoC | MediaTek Dimensity 800U
Mali-G57 MC3 |
| RAM and storage |
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| Battery charging |
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| Security | Side Mount Fingerprint Scanner |
| Rear camera (s) |
Video:
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| Front camera (s) | 13MP |
| Port (s) | USB-C, headphone jack |
| Audio | Dual speakers, support AAC, LDAC, LHDC |
| Connectivity |
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| software | MIUI 12 based on Android 10 |
| Other features |
Redmi Note 9 4G
Finally, there is the base model Redmi Note 9 4G which differs from the model launched in India earlier this year. Unlike the other two devices in this series, this standard Redmi Note 9 4G does not support 5G. It’s powered by a Snapdragon 662 SoC, but you get a huge 6,000mAh battery and stereo speakers. The Redmi Note 9 4G starts at CNY 999 ($ 151) for the 4GB + 128GB model, CNY 1099 for 6GB + 128GB, CNY 1299 for 8GB + 128GB, and CNY 1499 for 8GB + 256GB.
| Specification | Redmi Note 9 4G |
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| Build |
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| Dimensions and weight |
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| Monitor |
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| SoC | Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 |
| RAM and storage |
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| Battery charging |
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| Security | Side Mount Fingerprint Scanner |
| Rear camera (s) |
Video: |
| Front camera (s) | 8 megapixels, f / 2.0 |
| Port (s) | USB-C, headphone jack |
| Audio | Dual Speakers |
| Connectivity |
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| software | MIUI 12 based on Android 10 |
| Other features |
Redmi watch
The Redmi Watch features a 1.4-inch screen with a splash resistance rating of 5ATM and battery life that can last for seven days in active use and 12 days in standby. It has the usual sensors for heart rate and step tracking, and it is compatible with Xiaomi’s Xiao Ai digital assistant, which is only available in China. It is priced at CNY 299 ($ 45).
The watch along with all Redmi Note 9 devices will go on sale in China officially on December 1.
