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realme 9 (6GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£80RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.4 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP

realme 9 (6GB + 128GB) 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 (6GB + 128GB)
5.8/10

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

90%

5.5

Technical score

10%

8.3

User score

â–¼Worse than 84% of smartphones
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 71%
5.5

Technical score

Technical score
5.5/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components

25%

4.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.8

Camera

15%

6.6

Display

15%

6.2

Battery

10%

5.2

Software

10%

6.8

Connectivity

4%

3.1

Audio

3%

6.9

Design

â–¼Worse than 87%
8.3

User score

User score
8.3/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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 (6GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.5/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components:

25%

4.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.8

Camera

15%

6.6

Display

15%

6.2

Battery

10%

5.2

Software

10%

6.8

Connectivity

4%

3.1

Audio

3%

6.9

Design

5.5
User score
User score
8.3/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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 (6GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 7.7 points, which is higher than 72% of smartphones.
7.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components:

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.1
Brand name
realme
Processor model
MediaTek Helio G95
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Helio G95 processor model which is slower than processors in 81.5% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.4% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
6 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 6 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.8% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.05 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.05 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 83.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 11
Android version
Android 11
This smartphone runs Android version Android 11 which is older than that found in 80.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% 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
64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 80.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.75 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.75 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 78.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
26.2 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 26.2 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 70.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% 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.
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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
30 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 30 W which is slower than in 61.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
75 min
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 75 min which is slower than 62.9% of smartphones and equal to the time of 1.6% of smartphones.
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
yes
This smartphone includes 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 (6GB + 128GB) 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
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 8 MP & 2 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
  • 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.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 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.
  • 3.25x cheaper
    realme 9 (6GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£80 vs £260).
    £80 vs £260
  • 4% higher user score
    User score
    8.3/ 10
    ✕
    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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    realme 9
    the average smartphone
    realme 9 (6GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.32 vs 8.000).
    8.32 vs 8
  • 41% more popular
    realme 9 (6GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (7.67 vs 5.4).
    7.67 vs 5.44
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.75 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.75 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 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.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • 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 (MediaTek Helio G95 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio G95 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • 2x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (12 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    12 nm vs 6 nm
  • 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
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • 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.
  • 3.7% worse value for money
    realme 9 (6GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.07 vs 7.3).
    7.07 vs 7.34
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Helio G95 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio G95 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (12 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    12 nm vs 6 nm
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • 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 (447 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    447 vs 3,115
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (6 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 8 GB
  • 14.6% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.05 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 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
  • 60.9% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (10 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    10 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 28.6% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (10 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    10 GB vs 14 GB
  • Lacks NX Bit security
    This smartphone does not support NX Bit, the average smartphone does. 94.6% of smartphones support NX Bit.
  • 36.9% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,599 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,599 vs 2,533
  • 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
  • 60.8% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (1,499 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    1,499 vs 3,825
  • 62.5% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (96 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    96 vs 256
  • Lower CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.05 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.05 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 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.
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 11 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 11 vs Android 14
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • 18.1% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (26.2 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    26.2 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 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.
    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
  • 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
  • 33% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (442 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    442 nits vs 660 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
  • 13 min slower full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a slower full wired charge time than the average smartphone (75 min vs 62 min). The average smartphone takes 62 min to charge.
    75 min vs 62 min
  • 9.1% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (30 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    30 W vs 33 W
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • 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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gadgetmatch.com
28/06/2022
Summary of the review
GadgetMatch: Vibe Check: realme 9 4G
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androidpolice.com
24/04/2022
Summary of the review
Android Police: Realme 9 review: Good enough doesn't make the cut
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digitalcameraworld.com
26/05/2022
Summary of the review
Digital Camera World: Realme 9 review
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techadvisor.com
19/05/2022
Summary of the review
Realme 9 Review: 4G Phones Still Have Their Place Would you like to see a comparison of the camera performance between this 4G model and its 5G siblin...
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stuff.tv
20/05/2022
Summary of the review
Stuff: Realme 9 review: Feature-packed but no 5G
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expertreviews.co.uk
08/06/2022
Summary of the review
Expert Reviews: Realme 9 4G review: Do you actually need 5G right now?
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trustedreviews.com
05/07/2022
Summary of the review
Realme 9 Review
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techradar.com
21/06/2022
Summary of the review
TechRadar: Realme 9 4G review
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gsmarena.com
12/04/2022
Summary of the review
Realme 9 - Full phone specifications & Review
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tech.hindustantimes.com
03/03/2023
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What we like about realme 9 (6GB + 128GB)

  • 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 (6GB + 128GB)

  • 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 (6GB + 128GB) is a competitively priced mid-range smartphone featuring a vibrant 6.4-inch Super AMOLED 90Hz display for smooth visuals. It runs on a power-efficient Snapdragon 680 processor and boasts an impressive 108MP ProLight main camera system, delivering high-resolution photos and solid performance for daily use. Pros include the large 5000mAh battery with 33W Dart Charge support, an in-display fingerprint sensor, and the inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack. A minor drawback is the lack of 5G connectivity, and it ships with Android 12 (Realme UI 3.0), although subsequent updates are available.

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