Xiaomi recently announced the new Redmi Note 9 series in the global market. It is actually composed of three models: Redmi Note 9, 9S, and 9 Pro (Global version). Since their prices are close to each other, in order to highlight all the differences between the three models launched in Europe, we decided to bring all the variants in an in-depth specs comparison.

Here you will get to understand all the details about the specifications and you should be able to realize which one has the best value for money depending on your needs.

Redmi Note 9 vs Note 9S vs Note 9 Pro (Global)

Redmi Note 9 vs Redmi Note 9S vs Redmi Note 9 Pro (Global)

Redmi Note 9Redmi Note 9SRedmi Note 9 Pro
Dimension162.3 x 77.2 x 8.9 mm165.8 x 76.7 x 8.8 mm165.8 x 76.7 x 8.8 mm
Weight199 grams209 grams209 grams
Display6.53 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), 395 ppi, IPS LCD6.67 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), 395 ppi, IPS LCD6.67 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), 395 ppi, IPS LCD
ProcessorMediaTek Helio G85, octa-core 2 GHzQualcomm Snapdragon 720G, octa-core 2.3 GHzQualcomm Snapdragon 720G, octa-core 2.3 GHz
Memory/Storage3 GB RAM, 64 GB – 4 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD dedicated slot6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD dedicated slot6 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD dedicated slot
Operating SystemAndroid 10, MIUIAndroid 10, MIUIAndroid 10, MIUI
ConnectivityWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPSWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPSWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS
CameraQuad 48 + 8 + 2 + 2 MP f/1.8, f/2.2, f/2.4 and f/2.4Quad 48 + 8 + 5 + 2 MP f/1.8, f/2.2, f/2.4 and f/2.4Quad 64 + 8 + 5 + 2 MP f/1.9, f/2.2, f/2.4 and f/2.4
16 MP f/2.3 front camera16 MP f/2.5 front camera16 MP f/2.5 front camera
Battery5020 mAh, fast charging 18W5020 mAh, fast charging 18W5020 mAh, fast charging 30W
More FeaturesDual SIM slot, splash resistant, reverse charging 9WDual SIM slot, splash resistantDual SIM slot

Design

Redmi Note 9 Pro has a slightly more attractive design than Note 9 and 9S because on its rear side you can find a smaller camera module. The handset has a glass back made of two parts with different hues. Note 9S comes right after with its glass back and the same screen-to-body ratio as the Note 9 Pro.

The vanilla Note 9 has a definitely uglier back which includes a fingerprint reader (the fingerprint scanner is side-mounted on the other two variants) and thicker bezels around the display, but it is more compact because its screen has a smaller diagonal.

Display

Redmi Note 9S and 9 Pro comes with the same display panel: an IPS screen with a 6.67-inch diagonal and a Full HD+ resolution. Nothing special, but sufficient for a midrange phone. Note 9 has a smaller diagonal, but the display offers the same specifications.

In each case, you will get an average IPS and Full HD+ display with a standard refresh rate. If you are looking for high quality in terms of display or smoother user experience, you should opt for something else.

Specs & Software

Redmi Note 9S and Note 9 Pro offer more premium hardware. Both are fueled by the Snapdragon 720G SoC which is a preferred choice over the Helio G85 found on Note 9. They offer up to 6 GB of RAM and up to 128 GB of UFS 2.1 internal storage. The Note 9 pairs the Helio G85 with max 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage.

Given that they are three variants of the same lineup, it is kinda obvious that you get the same operating system: Android 10 customized by MIUI 11.

Camera

The main difference inside the Redmi Note 9 series regards the camera department. On the rear side, you get a different camera setup depending on the handset you go for. The most advanced is the Note 9 Pro which boasts a better 64 MP main sensor, an ultrawide lens with an 8 MP resolution, a 5 MP macro camera, and a 2 MP depth sensor. Note 9S has the same secondary sensors, but the main lens is an inferior 48 MP sensor.

The front camera is the same as well, with a 16 MP resolution. Note 9 has the same rear camera setup as the Note 9S with the exception of the macro sensor (2 MP). It also sports an inferior 13 MP selfie camera.

Battery

With exactly the same battery capacity, you would get a similar battery life with the whole lineup. And it is amazing battery life, given the 5020 mAh capacity. Redmi Note 9 is expected to go out of charge before the other two variants due to a less efficient chipset built with a 12 nm production process against 8 nm.

On the other hand, Note 9 can also be used as a power bank thanks to its 9W reverse charging technology. Note 9 Pro wins when it comes to the charging speed thanks to a 30W power.

Price

Redmi Note 9 begins at €180/$200, Note 9S has a €219/$243 starting price, and Note 9 Pro costs €250/$277 in its base variant. If you do not care about the camera at all and you do not need the fastest charging technology, Note 9S gives you all you need.

Otherwise, go for the Redmi Note 9 Pro. Note 9 has less impressive hardware and camera than both its rivals, it is a good option only if you want to save the highest amount of money.

Redmi Note 9 vs Redmi Note 9S vs Redmi Note 9 Pro (Global): PROs and CONS

Redmi Note 9Redmi Note 9SRedmi Note 9 Pro
PROsSplash resistantSplash resistantGood hardware
Reverse chargingGood priceBetter design
AffordableNice hardwareBest cameras
More compactSame display and hardware as the Pro variantFaster charging
CONsLess impressive hardwareNothing particularHigher price

 

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