Realme 9i

realme 9i

Score
77
2.4 GHz
Octa Core CPU
4G LTE
Cellular Network
120 fps
Video Recording
84.2 %
Screen-to-Body
401 ppi
Pixel Density
480 nits
Typical Brightness
8.4 mm
Phone Thickness
190 g
Phone Weight

Specifications

Build

 
OSAndroid 11 | Realme UI 2.0
ChipsetSnapdragon 680
CPUOcta-core | 2.4GHz (4 x Kryo 265 Gold) + 1.9GHz (4 x Kryo 265 Silver)
GPUAdreno 610

Design

85
 
Dimensions164.4mm x 75.7mm x 8.4mm
Weight190g
BodyPlastic Body with Glass Front
ColorsPrism Blue, Prism Black
SIMDual SIM (Nano-SIM)

Display

74
 
TypeIPS LCD, 90Hz Ultra Smooth Display
Size6.6 inches (84.2% screen-to-body ratio, 90.8% advertised)
Resolution1080 x 2412 pixels FHD+ 401ppi (20:9 aspect ratio)
Brightness480nits (typical)
ProtectionDragontrail Pro Glass

Camera

72
 
Rear50MP Main, 1/2.76″, ƒ/1.8
2MP Macro, ƒ/2.4
2MP Depth, ƒ/2.4
Front16MP Selfie, ƒ/2.1
FeaturesHDR, Panorama, Night Mode, Expert, Time-lapse, Slow Motion, Super Text, Ultra Macro
Video1080p @30fps, 720p @120fps

Memory

74
 
RAM4GB/6GB | LPDDR4x
Internal64GB/128GB | UFS 2.2
Card SlotDedicated Slot

Sound

 
Loud SpeakerYes
3.5mm JackYes

Connectivity

 
Network2G (GSM), 3G (WCDMA), 4G (LTE)
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
BluetoothBluetooth 5.0
GPSGPS/GLONASS/GALILEO/BEIDOU
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C, OTG
NFCYes

Features

 
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), Proximity, Accelerometer, Magnetic Induction Sensor
TorchLED Flash
OthersDynamic RAM Expansion (DRE), Dual Stereo Speakers, 180Hz Touch Sampling Rate

Battery

83
 
TypeLi-Po (Non-Removable)
Capacity5000mAh
Charging33W Fast Charging
Timing41d of Standby, 48h of Calling, 20h of WhatsApp

Price

 
ModelsRMX3491
Price$180 (6GB+128GB)
*Prices are subject to change and may vary from store to store.

Pictures

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Review

EXPERT SCORE

77

OVERALL PERFORMANCE


DESIGN
85
DISPLAY
74
CAMERA
72
PERFORMANCE
74
BATTERY
83

PROS

  • Decent Daylight Photography

  • Satisfactory Performance

  • 90Hz Display

CONS

  • Poor Macro Camera

  • Low Quality Night Photos

  • Not optimized for Gaming

The Realme 9i is an excellent choice for those seeking an affordable smartphone with impressive features. It comes with a Stereo Prism Design that adds a touch of elegance to its overall appearance, available in Prism Blue and Prism Black color options. The phone weighs only 190g, which makes it feel light and comfortable to hold.

Realme 9i is powered by the Snapdragon 680 chipset on a 6nm node, with a combination of 4GB or 6GB of RAM with 64GB or 128GB of storage. The device runs on Android 11 with Realme UI 2.0, which provides a smooth and user-friendly software experience.

Realme 9i boasts a 6.6-inch IPS LCD with a 90Hz refresh rate, 480 nits brightness (typical), and 1080×2412 pixels resolution. Additionally, the dual speaker setup enhances the audio quality when enjoying multimedia content.

In terms of photography, the Realme 9i impresses with its 50MP main camera, which comes with an additional 2MP macro and a 2MP depth lens. The main 50MP camera produces decent quality images, in well-lit conditions. However, it seems a little struggling in low-light photography.

Realme 9i comes with a 5000mAh battery, which ensures long-lasting usage. It supports a 33W fast charging option, allowing the phone to reach 100% in less than 90 minutes. Additionally, the side-mounted fingerprint reader helps users in quick and convenient unlocking.

In conclusion, the Realme 9i is a very good mobile phone that offers great value for money. It combines style, impressive battery life, and decent camera capabilities. It could be an ideal choice for budget-conscious consumers looking for an all-rounder device. However, the phone lacks 5G network support which may make consumers think before buying.

Osama & Team
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