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realme 9 (4GB + 64GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£170RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:6.4 inchesMain camera megapixels:108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP

realme 9 (4GB + 64GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

realme 9 (4GB + 64GB)
6.2/10

Overall score

Score
6.2/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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Score components

90%

6.0

Technical score

10%

8.3

User score

â–¼Worse than 69% of smartphones
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

â–¼Worse than 64%
6.0

Technical score

Technical score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

25%

4.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.2

Camera

15%

6.2

Display

15%

6.4

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

6.7

Connectivity

4%

4.0

Audio

3%

7.4

Design

â–¼Worse than 73%
8.3

User score

User score
8.3/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 75% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

7.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 75%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone realme 9 (4GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components:

25%

4.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.2

Camera

15%

6.2

Display

15%

6.4

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

6.7

Connectivity

4%

4.0

Audio

3%

7.4

Design

6.0
User score
User score
8.3/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 75% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

7.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.3
Popularity
Popularity
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 72% of models
Popularity:
realme 9 (4GB + 64GB) has a popularity of 7.7 points, which is higher than 72% of smartphones.
7.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components:

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

7.2
Brand name
realme
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G processor model which is slower than processors in 73.9% of smartphones and equal to processors in 1.5% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
4 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 82.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 14% of smartphones.
Internal storage
64 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 64 GB which is smaller than the storage of 89.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 7.9% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.4 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 36.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 13.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 12
Android version
Android 12
This smartphone runs Android version Android 12 which is older than that found in 67.1% of smartphones and equal to that in 13.2% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 92.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.7% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 53.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.7% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
44.2 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 44.2 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 60.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.4% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.64 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.64 µm which is smaller than in 75.1% of smartphones and equal to the size in 18.6% of smartphones.
1.92 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.4 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.4 inches which is smaller than the screens of 86.5% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.1% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
411 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 411 ppi which is higher than that of 69.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
90 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 90 Hz which is lower than in 65.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 18.9% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
33 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 33 W which is faster than in 38.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 12% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
160.2 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 160.2 mm which is shorter than 79.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Width
73.3 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 73.3 mm which is narrower than 88.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Thickness
8 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8 mm which is thinner than 63.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.9% of smartphones.
Weight
178 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 178 g which is lighter than 88.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.7% of smartphones.
Device volume
93,440 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 93,440 cm³ which is smaller than 64.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
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realme 9 (4GB + 64GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Higher GSMArena battery life endurance score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life endurance score than the average smartphone (156 vs 99.5). The average endurance score is 99.5.
    156 vs 99.5
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (360 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    360 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 38.1% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (44.2 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    44.2 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 4.1% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (411 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    411 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • 9.3% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (178 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    178 g vs 196.2 g
  • 4% higher user score
    User score
    8.3/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    the average smartphone
    realme 9 (4GB + 64GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.32 vs 8.000).
    8.32 vs 8
  • 52.9% cheaper
    realme 9 (4GB + 64GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£170 vs £260).
    £170 vs £260
  • 41% more popular
    realme 9 (4GB + 64GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (7.67 vs 5.4).
    7.67 vs 5.44
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.4 GHz & 6x1.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.4 GHz & 6x1.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 38.1% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (44.2 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    44.2 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (360 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    360 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 4.1% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (411 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    411 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Higher GSMArena battery life endurance score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life endurance score than the average smartphone (156 vs 99.5). The average endurance score is 99.5.
    156 vs 99.5
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 9.3% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (178 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    178 g vs 196.2 g
  • 2.7 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (73.3 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    73.3 mm vs 76 mm
  • 3.4 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (160.2 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    160.2 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 0.3 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 75% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (64 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    64 GB vs 256 GB
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 1.2% worse value for money
    realme 9 (4GB + 64GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.25 vs 7.3).
    7.25 vs 7.34
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 75% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (64 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    64 GB vs 256 GB
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • 56.2% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (413 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    413 vs 942
  • 85.7% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (446 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    446 vs 3,115
  • 23.9% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (8,210 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    8,210 vs 10,783
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • 11.1% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (845 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    845 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 89.9% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (124 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    124 vs 1,226
  • 43.7% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,425 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,425 vs 2,533
  • 41.8% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (14.9 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    14.9 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2133 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 50% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (128 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    128 vs 256
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 0.16 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.92 binned
    0.64 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 0.27 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 246.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (647 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    647 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a lower contrast ratio than the average smartphone (400000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone has a contrast ratio of 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    400,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 2 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    April 2022
    2022 vs 2024

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28/06/2022
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24/04/2022
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26/05/2022
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19/05/2022
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20/05/2022
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08/06/2022
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05/07/2022
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techradar.com
21/06/2022
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gsmarena.com
12/04/2022
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03/03/2023
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12/05/2022
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02/06/2022
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08/06/2022
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12/05/2022
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Third-party reviews

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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about realme 9 (4GB + 64GB)

  • Vibrant 90Hz Super AMOLED display with excellent contrast and deep blacks
  • Exceptional battery life, often lasting up to two full days with moderate use
  • Compact, slim, and lightweight design that is comfortable for one-handed use
  • Good daylight photography with the 108MP main sensor delivering detailed shots
  • Includes a 3.5mm headphone jack and a dedicated microSD card slot
  • Responsive in-display fingerprint scanner for quick unlocking

What we don't like about realme 9 (4GB + 64GB)

  • Underwhelming performance due to the Snapdragon 680 chipset, leading to occasional lags
  • Poor low-light and night photography with noticeable noise and loss of detail
  • Lack of 5G connectivity makes it less future-proof compared to similarly priced rivals
  • Average single bottom-firing speaker that lacks bass and can distort at high volumes
  • Significant amount of pre-installed bloatware in the Realme UI software
  • Ultrawide and macro lenses are much lower quality than the primary camera
  • Missing common features like stereo speakers, NFC, and an official IP rating for water resistance

Verdict

The Realme 9 (4GB+64GB) is a 4G smartphone featuring a 6.4-inch 90Hz Super AMOLED display and is powered by a capable Snapdragon 680 4G processor. It boasts an impressive 108MP main rear camera as part of a triple-lens setup, a large 5000mAh battery with 33W fast charging support, and a sleek, lightweight design. Key pros include a vibrant and smooth AMOLED screen, excellent battery life that can last up to two days, and a capable main camera for daylight photography. However, the phone's performance is considered average for demanding tasks like gaming, it lacks 5G connectivity, and the secondary ultra-wide and macro cameras, along with low-light video recording (capped at 1080p), are underwhelming.

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