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Xiaomi Mi 9T (6GB + 64GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£290RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:6.39 inchesMain camera megapixels:48 MP & 13 MP & 8 MP

Xiaomi Mi 9T (6GB + 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.

5.5/10

Overall score

Score
5.5/ 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 93% of models
Score components

90%

5.2

Technical score

10%

8.1

User score

â–¼Worse than 93% of smartphones
6.6

Value for money

Value for money
6.6/ 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 93% of models
Score components

70%

5.5

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 93%
5.2

Technical score

Technical score
5.2/ 10
✕
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 95% of models
Score components

25%

4.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.7

Camera

15%

5.3

Display

15%

4.4

Battery

10%

3.8

Software

10%

6.4

Connectivity

4%

6.3

Audio

3%

7.1

Design

â–¼Worse than 95%
8.1

User score

User score
8.1/ 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 70% of models
Score components

70%

8.7

User ratings

30%

6.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 70%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Xiaomi Mi 9T (6GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.2/ 10
✕
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 95% of models
Score components:

25%

4.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.7

Camera

15%

5.3

Display

15%

4.4

Battery

10%

3.8

Software

10%

6.4

Connectivity

4%

6.3

Audio

3%

7.1

Design

5.2
User score
User score
8.1/ 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 70% of models
Score components

70%

8.7

User ratings

30%

6.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.1
Popularity
Popularity
6.8/ 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 63% of models
Popularity:
Xiaomi Mi 9T (6GB + 64GB) has a popularity of 6.8 points, which is higher than 62.8% of smartphones.
6.8
Value for money
Value for money
6.6/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

70%

5.5

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

6.6
Brand name
Xiaomi
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 730
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730 processor which is faster than processors in 50.4% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.2% 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
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
2.2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 14.2% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 9 Pie
Android version
Android 9 Pie
This smartphone runs Android version Android 9 Pie which is older than that found in 93.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 2.6% 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
no
This smartphone does not offer 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
48 MP & 13 MP & 8 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 48 MP & 13 MP & 8 MP which is lower than that of 77.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.7 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.7 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 82.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
30.7 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 30.7 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 63.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.3% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.8 µm which is larger than in 35.5% of smartphones and equal to the size in 21.9% of smartphones.
1.6 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
6.39 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.39 inches which is smaller than the screens of 87.7% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.4% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2340 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2340 px which is lower than that of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
403 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 403 ppi which is higher than that of 63.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 90.2% of smartphones and equal to those in 2.6% of smartphones.
Charging speed
18 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 18 W which is slower than in 76% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 11.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
100 min
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 100 min which is slower than 84.3% of smartphones and equal to the time of 1.8% 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
156.7 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 156.7 mm which is shorter than 89% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Width
74.3 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74.3 mm which is narrower than 79% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.8 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.8 mm which is thicker than 71.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.7% of smartphones.
Weight
191 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 191 g which is lighter than 62.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.3% of smartphones.
Device volume
92,352 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 92,352 cm³ which is smaller than 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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Xiaomi Mi 9T (6GB + 64GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • 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 multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • 1.6% higher user score
    User score
    8.1/ 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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    Xiaomi Mi 9T
    the average smartphone
    Xiaomi Mi 9T (6GB + 64GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.13 vs 8).
    8.13 vs 8
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • 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/1.7 & f/2.4 & 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/1.7 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (20 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    20 MP vs 16 MP
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 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.
  • 2% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (403 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    403 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • 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.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 6.9 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (156.7 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    156.7 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1.7 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.3 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.3 mm vs 76 mm
  • 2.7% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (191 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    191 g vs 196.2 g
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 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.
  • 47.4% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (500 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    500 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 20% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 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.
  • 50% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (3 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    3 W vs 6 W
  • 11.6% worse value for money
    Xiaomi Mi 9T (6GB + 64GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.57 vs 7.3).
    6.57 vs 7.34
  • 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
  • 47.4% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (500 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    500 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 50% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (3 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    3 W vs 6 W
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 730 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 730 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 75% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (1,024 KB vs 4,096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4,096 KB.
    1,024 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 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
  • 71.9% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (875 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    875 vs 3,115
  • 33.3% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (8 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    8 nm vs 6 nm
  • 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
  • 32.1% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (1,866 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2,750 MHz.
    1,866 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 76.9% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (885 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    885 vs 3,825
  • 78.1% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (269 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    269 vs 1,226
  • 93.8% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (16 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    16 vs 256
  • 23.2% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (723 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    723 vs 942
  • 8.3% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 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
  • 29.1% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,797 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,797 vs 2,533
  • 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 9 Pie vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 9 Pie vs Android 14
  • 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.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Lacks dark mode
    This smartphone does not support dark mode, the average smartphone does. 95.8% of smartphones have dark mode.
  • 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.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • No theme customization
    This smartphone does not support theme customization, the average smartphone does. 91% of smartphones allow theme customization.
  • No offline voice commands
    This smartphone does not support offline voice commands, the average smartphone does. 90.4% of smartphones offer offline voice control.
  • 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.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (48 MP & 13 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    48 MP & 13 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 4.1% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (30.7 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    30.7 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • No continuous autofocus in video
    This smartphone does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average smartphone does. 94.2% of smartphones have continuous AF.
  • No manual exposure control
    This smartphone does not offer manual exposure control, the average smartphone does. 94% of smartphones have manual exposure.
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5 vs 5.2
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 0.28 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.
    6.39 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 31.8% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (450 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    450 nits vs 660 nits
  • 247.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (646 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    646 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2340 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2340 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 354 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (646 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    646 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 20% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 36.4% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (500 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    500 min vs 786 min
  • 38 min slower full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a slower full wired charge time than the average smartphone (100 min vs 62 min). The average smartphone takes 62 min to charge.
    100 min vs 62 min
  • 45.5% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (18 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    18 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.
  • 5 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2019 vs 2024). 5.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    June 2019
    2019 vs 2024
  • 0.5 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.8 mm vs 8.3 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.5
PRISTINE TECH
≈ estimated
14/11/2019
Full review · real-world use and camera comparison
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi 9T is an excellent device at a great price; its only notable gap is missing wireless charging.
9.0
Matthews Tech
≈ estimated
23/10/2019
Long-term review · two months of daily use
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi 9T has a strong camera, battery and display for the price, and is recommended despite no expandable storage or wireless charging.
9.0
Sam Beckman
≈ estimated
07/10/2019
Hands-on review · several weeks of daily use
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 9T is a solid affordable phone with a great screen, though camera results are inconsistent.
9.0
Matthews Tech
≈ estimated
04/09/2019
Long-term test · one month of daily use and camera tests
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi 9T is a great phone that has stayed fast and smooth, with a battery that lasts about a day and a half.
9.0
Valor Reviews
≈ estimated
03/09/2019
Hands-on review · three weeks of daily use · battery and charging tests
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi 9T is an impressive mid-range phone with strong performance and a solid battery; the reviewer plans to keep it.
9.5
J. Williams
≈ estimated
28/08/2019
Reasons to buy · road trip signal and call tests
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi 9T is strong value for an unlocked buyer, with good signal and performance; its drawbacks are only minor.
9.0
Tech Travel Geeks
≈ estimated
25/08/2019
Hands-on review · daily use, camera and battery
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi 9T offers amazing value for money and is recommended if you can live without waterproofing.
9.0
TechLine
≈ estimated
23/08/2019
Long-term test · one month of daily use
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 9T is not perfect, but a very solid mid-range phone and one of the better options for its price.
9.0
J. Williams
≈ estimated
17/08/2019
Day 3 review · real-world use and network checks
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi 9T is a fantastic, smarter purchase than pricier phones, though it has drawbacks and US carrier limits.
9.0
NoypiGeeks
≈ estimated
09/08/2019
Hands-on review · performance, camera and battery tests
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 9T is one of the best smartphones you can get at this price, with a few drawbacks.
9.5
TechOdyssey
≈ estimated
03/08/2019
Hands-on review · performance, camera and daily use
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 9T is a strong, high-quality choice at its price, with great performance and battery life.
9.0
Brian Alex
≈ estimated
03/08/2019
Hands-on review · one month of daily use and comparison
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi 9T offers strong value and is a clear recommendation, with some software quirks and modest telephoto and night photos.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

androidauthority.com
26/07/2019
Hands-on review · Mid-range pick
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 9T is a strong mid-range pick with an AMOLED screen and all-day battery life, though its speaker is weak and it has no wireless charging.
F
forbes.com
24/06/2019
Summary of the review
Forbes - Xiaomi Mi 9T Review: The Commoditization Of Cutting-Edge Smartphone Tech
techadvisor.com
28/11/2019
Full review · Balanced mid-ranger
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 9T is a balanced all-rounder with a large 4,000mAh battery and a pop-up selfie camera, but it lacks wireless charging and the Mi 9's flagship chip.
scmp.com
28/06/2019
Full review · Budget value
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 9T offers unbeatable value, with a pop-up selfie camera that keeps the screen uninterrupted and solid daytime photos.
G
gsmarena.com
28/06/2019
Summary of the review
GSMArena.com - Xiaomi Mi 9T/Redmi K20 review
notebookcheck.net
24/07/2019
Lab test · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 9T is a capable mid-range phone with a bright screen and detailed daytime photos, but its Wi-Fi and night shots trail the Mi 9.
frandroid.com
12/06/2019
Full review · Mid-range rival
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 9T is a smooth mid-range phone with a sharp AMOLED screen and two days of battery, though its camera struggles in low light.
lesnumeriques.com
12/06/2019
Full review · Value pick
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 9T offers unbeatable value, with a bright, colour-accurate screen and very long battery life, though it lacks water resistance and a microSD slot.
tuttoandroid.net
19/06/2019
Review · Design and value
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 9T is hard to beat at its price, with a sturdy pop-up camera and good performance, though storage cannot be expanded.
smartworld.it
28/04/2020
Review · All-round mid-range phone
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 9T is a complete mid-range phone with strong battery life and good cameras, but it has no microSD slot and no Android Auto support.
dday.it
04/07/2019
Two-week test · Battery and screen
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 9T is a mid-range phone with long battery life and a bright full-screen display, though its camera struggles in low light and video lacks optical stabilisation.
macitynet.it
30/10/2019
Long-term test · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 9T is a notch-free, fast mid-range phone with a strong display and portrait mode, but its weak low-light photos and non-expandable 64GB storage hold it back.
techprincess.it
19/07/2019
Full review · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 9T offers long battery life, a sharp notch-free screen and a versatile camera for its price, but its mono speaker and shaky video hold it back.
androidiani.com
30/08/2019
Full review · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 9T has a sharp screen and a versatile triple camera, but its fingerprint reader often needs a second tap and it has no water resistance.
xiaomitoday.it
18/06/2019
Full review · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 9T is a clear pick for buyers who want a bright display and two-day battery, though it lacks microSD storage and Android Auto at launch.
thegeekerz.it
15/09/2019
Three-week test · Work phone
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 9T is a strong buy with very long battery life, but it slips out of hand easily and its proximity sensor can end calls by accident.
today.it
21/10/2019
Hands-on review · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 9T is a top mid-range choice for daytime photos and battery life, but it feels heavy and night shots are only fair.
hwupgrade.it
Not Dated
Hands-on review · Display and design
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 9T is a well-built phone whose bright, notch-free AMOLED screen and quick under-screen fingerprint reader stand out, though its Vivid mode leans blue.
innovation.dday.it
04/07/2019
Two-week test · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 9T is a long-lasting, all-screen phone for heavy users, though its camera app glitches on first launch and night photos are modest.
tomshw.it
09/08/2022
Hands-on review · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 9T is the phone to beat in the mid-range, with great daytime photos and a bright screen, though it is heavy and grainy at night.

Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Xiaomi Mi 9T (6GB + 64GB)

  • Full-screen AMOLED display with no notch or cutout
  • Excellent battery life from the 4,000mAh capacity
  • Premium glass and metal design with unique light-reflecting finishes
  • Includes a 3.5mm headphone jack, a rare feature in modern devices
  • Reliable and fast in-display fingerprint scanner
  • Solid mid-range performance with the Snapdragon 730 chipset
  • Versatile triple camera setup providing good image quality in daylight

What customers don't like about Xiaomi Mi 9T (6GB + 64GB)

  • No microSD card slot for expandable storage
  • Lack of official IP-rated water resistance
  • No wireless charging support despite the glass back
  • MIUI software experience can feel unpolished or bloated to some users
  • Mono bottom-firing speaker lacks stereo depth and quality
  • The glass body is very slippery without the included case
  • Low-light camera performance can be inconsistent due to lack of OIS

Verdict

The Xiaomi Mi 9T (6GB + 64GB) is a powerful mid-range smartphone featuring a 6.39-inch AMOLED Full HD+ display, a sleek pop-up 20MP front camera for an uninterrupted, notchless screen experience, and a capable 48MP main sensor in its rear triple-camera setup. Powered by the efficient Snapdragon 730 processor and a substantial 4000mAh battery with 18W fast charging, it delivers solid all-day performance. Main pros include its stunning full-screen display, premium design, and good battery life for its class. A potential con is the absence of optical image stabilization (OIS) on its camera system, and some users might note the lack of an official IP water resistance rating or expandable storage options.

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