OPPO K9 5G and Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G are the most powerful midrange phone released in 2021 with Qualcomm chipsets. Indeed, they feature the best processors from the Snapdragon 700 series. That is why they are among the best options for those who need high performances at an affordable price, alongside the 5G connectivity. But which one is the best and which offers the highest value for money? We hope to give you the answer with this specs comparison between OPPO K9 5G and Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G.
OPPO K9 5G vs Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G
| OPPO K9 5G | Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G | |
|---|---|---|
| DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT | 159.1 x 73.4 x 7.9 mm, 172 g | 160.5 x 75.7 x 6.8 mm, 159 g |
| DISPLAY | 6.43 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), Super AMOLED | 6.55 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), AMOLED |
| PROCESSOR | Qualcomm Snapdragon 768G 5G, octa-core 2.8 GHz | Qualcomm Snapdragon 780G, octa-core 2.4 GHz |
| MEMORY | 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB | 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – micro SD slot |
| SOFTWARE | Android 11, ColorOS | Android 11, MIUI |
| CONNECTIVITY | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS |
| CAMERA | Triple 64 + 8 + 2 MP, f/1.7 + f/2.2 + f/2.4 32 MP f/2.4 front camera |
Triple 64 + 8 + 5 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.2 + f/2.4 20 MP f/2.2 front camera |
| BATTERY | 4300 mAh, fast charging 65W | 4250 mAh, fast charging 33W |
| ADDITIONAL FEATURES | Dual SIM slot, 5G | Dual SIM slot, 5G |
Design
The OPPO K9 5G has a more compact design and this is an important added value for those who want a device that is easy to use with one hand and to keep in a pocket. But the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G is thinner and lighter; further, it has a glass back. These things make the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G slightly more attractive, alongside the Gorilla Glass 6 protection and the IP53 certification which makes it splash resistant and dust resistant. That is why Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G wins the aesthetic comparison.
Display
On the paper, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G has a superior display. We are talking about an AMOLED panel that is able to show up to one billion colors and it also features the HDR10+ certification allowing for better image quality on streaming platforms. With the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G, you also get a higher brightness: it has a 500 nit typical brightness and a peak brightness up to 800 nits. Unfortunately, despite coming with an AMOLED panel, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G does not feature an in-display fingerprint scanner, while the OPPO K9 5G does.
Specs & Software
If you need the best hardware department, then you should go for the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G without thinking twice. It has a more powerful Snapdragon 780G, while the OPPO K9 5G is fueled by the Snapdragon 768G which is actually an upgrade of the Snapdragon 765G. Further, with the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G you get faster UFS 2.2 native storage. Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G runs MIUI 12 based on Android 11, while OPPO K9 5G runs ColorOS 11.1 based on Android 11.
Camera
The Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G and the OPPO K9 5G are similar when it comes to the rear cameras. They both come with a 64 MP main camera, but the OPPO K9 5G has a brighter f/1.7 focal aperture which should allow shooting better photos in low light conditions. On the other hand, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G has a better macro camera with a 5 MP resolution. The ultrawide sensors are the same with an 8 MP resolution, but the OPPO K9 5G wins the selfie comparison with a way better 32 MP front camera.
Battery
The OPPO K9 5G has a slightly bigger battery with a capacity of 4300 mAh and it may offer a longer battery life not only due to the capacity but also because it has a smaller display. However, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G has a processor built with a 5 nm production process which has lower energy consumption, so the bigger capacity of the OPPO K9 5G does not necessarily mean it will always last more than the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G. But the real difference between these phones’ battery sides is the charging speed: the OPPO K9 5G features the SuperVOOC 2.0 fast charging technology with 65W power, while the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G supports 33W fast charging. The OPPO K9 5G charges a lot faster.
Price
The Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G starts from about €289/$352 in China, while the OPPO K9 5G costs €260/$316 in its base variant. While the OPPO K9 5G offers faster charging speeds and a better front camera, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G has a superior hardware department and a better display. On the paper, we consider the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G a slightly superior phone, but it costs a bit more as well.
OPPO K9 5G vs Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G: PRO and CONS
OPPO K9 5G
PRO
- Faster charging
- Very good price
- Better front camera
- More compact
- In-display fingerprint reader
CONS
- Inferior hardware
Xiaomi Mi Lite 5G
PRO
- Stereo speakers
- Better display
- Thinner and lighter
- Better hardware
CONS
- Slower charging
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