Redmi 9A 4GB 64GB Released As Xiaomi’s Cheapest Phone | Top 6 Features

Today, Xiaomi has released the cheapest phone of Redmi 9A with the 4GB+64GB version priced at only 599 yuan (86 USD / 6399 INR). Here are the Redmi 9A specs and features:

Redmi 9A Specification Sheet (Specs)

Phone	Redmi 9A
Dimensions	164.9 x 77 x 9 mm (6.49 x 3.03 x 0.35 in)
Weight	194 g (6.84 oz)
Material	Plastic (front, rear) + Metal (frame)Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Screen size	6.44″ Fluid AMOLED
Display	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~408 PPI density)90Hz refresh rate
SoC	MediaTek Helio G25 (12nm)
CPU	Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU	Adreno 620
RAM	4GB LPDDR4X
ROM	64GB eMMC 5.1 (expandable via MicroSD slot)
AnTuTu v8 score	100,000+ points
Camera (Rear)	Single-camera13 MP, PDAF LED flash, HDR, panorama Video recording: 1080p@30/60fps
Camera (Front)	Single Camera5 MP, f/2.2, 1.12µm HDR 1080p@30fps
Network	2G/3G/4GDual-SIM (two Nano-SIM slots + one dedicated MicroSD slot)
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, IR blaster
Wired ports	Micro USB 2.0
Other Features	ÜV Rheinland low-blue light eye protection certification, sunlight mode, face unlock
Sensors	Accelerometer, gyro, proximity
Battery	5000mAh, non-removable, 10W charging
OS	Android 10 (MIUI 12)
Color Options	3 Colors (Granite Gray, Peacock Green, Sky Blue)
Price	599 euros (86 USD / Rs.6399 INR) for 6GB/64GB

Redmi 9A – Everything We Need To Know

In terms of configuration, Redmi 9A uses a 6.53-inch full-screen display with a water droplet notch, a 20:9 ratio, and a resolution of 1600×720 (HD+). It has passed the TÜV Rheinland low-blue light eye protection certification, supports the sunlight mode, and supports face unlocking.

Redmi 9A SoC is the MTK Helio G25 processor, and the Antutu score exceeds 100,000. It’s one of the best performance one can get in the entry-level market. You can read our comparison of Heio G25 with other SoCs here:

• Helio G25 vs P22 vs Snapdragon 439
• Helio G25 vs G35 vs G70

In terms of photography, Redmi 9A has a rear 13MP AI dual camera. Meanwhile, on the front is the 5MP selfie camera which has beauty mode. One of the greatest highlights of the Redmi 9A is the 5000mAh capacity battery with a standard 5V/2A charger. The battery timing is expected to last up to 2 days on a single charge. Interestingly, it runs on the latest MIUI 12 (Android 10) and has a desktop mode as well.

Best 6 Features of Redmi 9A | Highlights

1. Big screen and big font

Interestingly, Redmi 9A adapts to the Big Mac font, which is even larger than the super large font in most Android smartphones. Tapping three times on the screen, zooms that section of the screen. Combined with the enormous 6.53-inch screen, you can see even the smallest text. Indeed, it’s a blessing for the elderly person with long-sightedness.

2. External amplification volume

Redmi 9A uses the 1217 loudspeaker which allows you to hear clearly in a noisy environment. Here’s a trick: At 100% call volume, double press volume up button twice, the earpiece volume will increase by 20%.

3. Minimalist mode

Though this is also present in previous Xiaomi phones, however, it’s greatly improved in Redmi 9A. For the people who don’t want the headache of using the default Android and MIUI layout and desire for a simple design. These include:

• New contacts hide unnecessary added information
• The handwriting input method is used by default
• Unofficial app store download app pop-up window secondary confirmation
• Answer the phone directly to display full screen without floating notifications

4. On-demand reading (Text to voice/speech)

Just tap on specific content on the screen and the content will be read aloud.

5. One-click call

After switching to the minimalist mode, you can add the contact directly to the transparent screen, and click on the contact’s avatar to dial directly.

6. Family/Child protection

After turning on this feature from the settings, you can view the usage information of the user, such as real-time view location, control of phone applications, etc.

Apart from these, there are many other features in Redmi 9A as well.

Via (in Chinese)