Last year, Xiaomi’s Redmi unveiled the Redmi 9C smartphone in Malaysia with budget-friendly specs and 2GB/3GB of RAM, and 32GB/64GB of storage. Now after almost a year later, Redmi has launched its higher 4GB RAM and 128GB storage variant in Malaysia.

The new variant will give budget-friendly buyers an option to choose from while picking up an entry-level smartphone. The 4GB RAM and 128GB storage variant of the Redmi 9C is priced at RM499(~$118). It will go on sale from August 3rd in Malaysia. It comes in Blue and Orange colors.

Redmi 9C Smartphone Specifications 

The Redmi 9C has a polycarbonate built with a thicker form factor. It sports a 6.53-inch dewdrop notch display with an HD+ resolution. It features a single 5MP selfie camera at the front.

At the rear, it features a triple camera setup with a 13MP primary lens, a 2MP macro sensor, and a 2MP depth sensor. These sensors are placed in a square-shaped camera module along with an LED flashlight.

It is powered by the MediaTek Helio G35 chipset paired with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of eMMC 5.1 internal storage. It houses a 5,000mAh battery with a 10W charging speed. As for security, it has a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner. It runs on Android 10 out of the box with MIUI 12 on top of it.

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POCO is all set to launch the POCO C3 smartphone in India at 12 PM IST on Oct. 6. A microsite for the smartphone is now active on the Flipkart retailer site. The listing got updated today to reveal that the POCO C3 will be arriving with 13-megapixel triple rear cameras.

The new teaser released by the brand shows that the POCO C3 has a square-shaped camera module at the top-left corner of its rear shell. It comprises of 13-megapixel triple cameras, and an LED flash. Apart from the main sensor, it features a macro lens and a depth sensor.

Get ready to own the photography game. The #GameChang3r is arriving on 6th October @ 12PM on @Flipkart.

RT if you want to own the #POCOC3 before anyone else.

Find out more https://t.co/6mcS8pyRWf pic.twitter.com/McjvM3rcur

— POCO India #POCOC3 (@IndiaPOCO) October 2, 2020

The POCO branding can be seen below the camera module. It remains to be seen whether the final product will carry the branding at the same place. The lower part of the back panel has a textured appeal. Before the Oct. 6 launch, the microsite will be revealing more features of the POCO C3 smartphone.

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Leaked shots of the POCO C3’s retail package had revealed that its 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage has an MRP (Maximum Retail Price) of Rs 10,999 (~$150). It is speculated that the POCO C3 may carry a selling price of Rs 9,999 (~$136). Reports surrounding the POCO C3 suggest that it will debut as a rebadged version of the Redmi 9C that debuted a few months back.

The Redmi 9C has a 6.53-inch IPS LCD panel, Helio G35 chipset, and a 5,000mAh battery. It has a 13-megapixel + 2-megapixel (depth) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple camera system, a 5-megapixel front-facing camera, and a rear-facing fingerprint sensor.

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POCO has recently launched the POCO X3 smartphone with an aggressive starting price of Rs 16,999 (~$230) in India. Except for the POCO X3, all the other phones such as the POCO X2, POCO F2 Pro, POCO M2 Pro, and POCO M2 are all rebranded versions of their Redmi counterparts. Images of the retail box units of an upcoming POCO smartphone called the POCO C3. Rumors surrounding the POCO C3 have claimed that it will end up as a rebranded version of the Redmi 9C that debuted a few months back.

The POCO C3 retail box image shows that its model number is M2006C3MI. The Maximum Retail Price (MRP) of the device mentioned on the package is Rs 10,990 (~$149). This pricing is for the 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage variant of the POCO C3.

The POCO M2 that is priced at Rs 10,999 (~$149) is the cheapest POCO phone in India. The handset is available in the country with 6 GB of RAM. Since the POCO C3 has 4 GB of RAM, the Market Operating Product (MOP) could be around Rs 9,999 (~$136).

The M2006C3MI model number is an Indian variant of the M2006C3MG model number that belongs to the Redmi 9C smartphone. Hence, it is highly likely that the POCO C3 will be debuting in India as a rebadged edition of the Redmi 9C.

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POCO C3 specifications (Rumored)

The POCO C3 could be borrowing all its specs from the Redmi 9C. Hence, the POCO C3 could be coming with a 6.53-inch IPS LCD HD+ display with waterdrop notch. The Helio G35 chipset could be powering the device. It could be available 3 GB and 4 GB RAM variants and 32 GB and 64 Gb storage versions. It may sport a 5-mgeapixel front camera and a 13-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera setup. It could be arriving with a 5,000mAh battery with 10W charging support.

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The war of entry-level phones is becoming huge, especially thanks to Xiaomi and Realme. Every time one of these two companies launches a great entry-level device, each other comes up with an even better one. The latest one is Realme C12, just announced with a huge battery at a very affordable price. We think it is time to compare it with the latest Xiaomi entry-level in order to establish whether or not it has a higher value for money: we are obviously talking about the direct rival Redmi 9C. And let’s not forget Huawei: even this company has amazing entry-level devices in its portfolio. If we consider the price range of the Realme C12, the most suitable one for this comparison is the Honor 9C.

Realme C12 vs Xiaomi Redmi 9C vs Huawei Honor 9C

Design

Despite it is an older handset, the Honor 9C has the most beautiful and futuristic design. It is the only device from this trio to feature a punch-hole display. Not everyone may like a hole on the upper left corner of the screen, but it is considered a more modern and less invasive solution to the waterdrop notch found on the Realme C12 and the Redmi 9C. The Honor 9C also comes with a less invasive camera module, despite the ones of its rivals are trendier because they look like the iPhone 11 lineup. Realme C12, Redmi 9C, and Honor 9A feature both a fingerprint reader and a 3.5 mm audio jack, that is great.

Display

With each of these handsets, you get a below-average display with an HD+ resolution. You do not get a high level of detail, but they are sufficient IPS panel for daily use. With the Redmi 9C, you even get a high brightness. But overall, the differences between these three panels are just marginal. You would better make your choice by evaluating other aspects of these devices. Unfortunately, we can not test the display of the Realme C12 since it just debuted and it only launched in Indonesia. But on the paper, Redmi 9C seems slightly better and it also comes with a slightly wider panel.

Specs & Software

The MediaTek Helio G35 chipset found on the Redmi 9C and the Realme C12 is actually more powerful than the Kirin 710A found on the Honor 9C. It is also more efficient because it is built on a better 12 nm production process. But with the Honor 9C, you can get a higher quantity of RAM, so its inferior processor is not a big thing to worry about. Between Realme C12 and Redmi 9C it is essentially a draw, except when it comes to the internal storage: Redmi 9C goes up to 64 GB, while Realme C12 stops at 32 GB. In each case, you get Android 10 out of the box.

Camera

The best camera phone here is the Honor 9C, there is no doubt about it. The Honor 9C has a much better main sensor with a 48 MP resolution and a bright f/1.8 focal aperture. Further, unlike Realme C12 and Redmi 9C, it packs an ultrawide secondary sensor. Even its selfie camera is better, with its 8 MP resolution and an f/2.0 focal aperture. There is just no challenge: Honor 9C is a superior camera phone in all of the scenarios. Between Realme C12 and Redmi 9C, it is again a draw on the paper: they feature the same sensors.

Battery

The Realme C12 has one of the biggest batteries in the entry-level segment, with a 6000 mAh capacity. And it obviously lasts more on a single charge than both Redmi 9C and Honor 9C. The silver medal goes to the Redmi 9C with its 5000 mAh battery. But even though Honor 9C loses the comparison, it still provides a good battery life thanks to its 4000 mAh battery. Unfortunately, none of these devices supports fast charging. But the Realme C12 features reverse charging, so it can be used as a power bank to charge other devices.

Price

Actually, Realme C12, Redmi 9C, and Honor 9C are all priced below €150/$180. But Realme C12 is a bit more affordable (depending on the country). And despite being more affordable, it is my favorite handset of this comparison because it offers a bigger battery, reverse charging, and great hardware. On the paper, Redmi 9C is a Realme C12 with a smaller battery. Instead, the Honor 9C is very interesting because it features a way better camera department, as well as a more beautiful design. But when it comes to the other specs, it can not compete with Realme C12 and Redmi 9C. I would pick the Realme C12, but a lot of people would prefer the Honor 9C because it is very hard to find a so nice camera in that price segment.

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Realme C12 vs Xiaomi Redmi 9C vs Huawei Honor 9C: PROs and CONS

Realme C12

PROs

• Biggest battery
• Reverse charging
• FM radio

CONS

• Nothing particular

Huawei Honor 9C

PROs

• Best cameras
• Ultrawide sensor
• 4/64 GB
• Compact
• Punch-hole design

CONS

• Smaller battery

Xiaomi Redmi 9C

PROs

• FM radio
• MIUI 12 out of the box
• Best hardware

CONS

• Nothing particular

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The Redmi 9C launched last month in Europe as a budget smartphone. The device has triple rear cameras, a massive 5000mAh battery, an octa-core processor and a starting price of €119. It turns out there will be a version of the phone with NFC that will cost a bit more. Renders and pricing of this NFC version have been leaked.

The renders and prices were posted on twitter by Sudhanshu Ambhore (@Sudhanshu1414). As seen in the tweet, the NFC version of the budget smartphone will come in the same orange, black, and blue color variants of the standard version.

Here are the official press renders of Redmi 9C NFC in Orange, Black & Blue color options. Prices…
-2GB+32GB: €129
-3GB+64GB: €149 pic.twitter.com/ymEInIVzRH

— Sudhanshu (@Sudhanshu1414) August 5, 2020

The Redmi 9C NFC version will also come in the same configurations as the standard version – 2GB RAM + 32GB and 3GB RAM + 64GB. They will be priced at €129 and €149 respectively, €10 more than the non-NFC version.

There is no info on when the Redmi 9C NFC version will go on sale but if you want a budget phone with NFC for contactless payment, then you may want to wait for Xiaomi to announce the Redmi 9C NFC version.

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Realme just launched its best battery phone: the Realme C15. Despite coming with one of the biggest batteries in the last generation of Android devices, it is an entry-level phone carrying a very affordable price. But is it the best entry-level out there or it is just the typical battery phone with mediocre specifications? Here is a comparison with two other great handsets in the entry-level segment which will let you find out. We compared the specifications of the Realme C15 with the recently-announced Redmi 9C and the Samsung Galaxy M01s; you can let us know if you agree with our opinions in the comments.

Realme C15 vs Xiaomi Redmi 9C vs Samsung Galaxy M01s

Design

When you look for an entry-level device, you should not focus on the design that much. These devices all come with a polycarbonate body and they do not offer premium materials. But on the other hand, their designs are all but ugly. They come with narrow bezels around the display and modern looks, as well as decent build quality. I like the Realme C15 due to its higher screen-to-body ratio, and it even offers the Gorilla Glass protection by Corning for the display. But it is all about tastes: which design would you pick?

Display

Given that the Samsung Galaxy M01s sports a PLS display, we doubt it will reach the level of the Realme C15. The Realme C15 and the Redmi 9C come with IPS panel and they offer a slightly better image quality. They have the same resolution and a similar size, you should only notice marginal differences between their quality. They are below-average IPS panels, do not expect a high definition and a great color accuracy, as the specs on the paper suggest.

Specs & Software

The most powerful hardware department belongs to the Realme C15: it sports the Helio G35 chipset by MediaTek which has pretty good CPU and GPU performance, as well as up to 4 GB of RAM. You get the Helio G35 SoC on the Redmi 9C as well, but it is paired with max 3 GB of RAM. The Samsung Galaxy M01s has a weaker Helio P22 which has no chances to compete with the Helio G35, and it comes with 3 GB of RAM. However, it has a light user interface (called One UI Core and based on Android 9 Pie) which gets its performances better. But with Realme C15 and Redmi 9C, you get Android 10 out of the box.

Camera

Realme C15 has the most complete camera department. It is the only one to pack a quad camera on the rear which includes an ultrawide sensor. The Realme C15 is better than Redmi 9C when it comes to the front camera, thanks to a superior 8 MP sensor. The Samsung Galaxy M01s has the same front camera. If we talk about normal photos, you should get slightly better quality with the Redmi 9C and Samsung Galaxy M01s which have a main sensor with a brighter aperture. Samsung Galaxy M01s lacks both an ultrawide sensor and a macro camera.

Battery

The 6000 mAh battery found on the Realme C15 guarantees a longer battery life simply because it has a higher capacity. It is even the only one to support fast charging (18W). Right after, we got the Redmi 9C with a 5000 mAh battery (but no fast charging). Samsung Galaxy M01s is still a nice battery phone, but it has just 4000 mAh.

Price

Realme C15 is priced less than €120/$140 in its base variant with 3 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage, Redmi 9C starts from €90/$105 (2/32 GB), and Samsung Galaxy M01s costs €110/$129. I would personally go for the Realme C15 because of its bigger battery, quad-camera, and good selfie snapper. I would not choose the Samsung Galaxy M01s because it has a smaller battery and an inferior chipset. With its nice main camera, Redmi 9C is a good compromise.

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Realme C15 vs Xiaomi Redmi 9C vs Samsung Galaxy M01s: PROs and CONS

Realme C15

PROs

• Biggest battery
• Fast charging
• Ultrawide camera
• Best hardware
• FM radio

CONS

• Nothing particular

Samsung Galaxy M01s

PROs

• Good cameras
• FM radio
• Light UI

CONS

• Android 9 Pie
• Smaller battery

Xiaomi Redmi 9C

PROs

• Nice rear cameras
• NFC
• Good price
• IR blaster

CONS

• Nothing particular

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POCO C3 seems to be the name of the next POCO phone for India. The handset’s name has been revealed along with its model number through its Bluetooth SIG certification. With Bluetooth certification in tow, the POCO C3 may go official as early as next month.

POCO India may have planned to launch smartphones across different price segments in India. The POCO X2 that debuted earlier this year has a starting price of Rs. 17,499 (~$234) in the country. The recently unveiled POCO M2 Pro begins at Rs. 13,999 (~$187)1. The upcoming POCO C3 could be priced under Rs. 10,000 (~$134). At present, POCO India is yet to reveal anything about the existence of the POCO C3.

The POCO C3 moniker can be seen in the Bluetooth certification that emerged today. It reveals that the POCO C3 has a model number of M2006C3MI. This model has already received approval from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).

The M2006C3MI model number appears to be a variant of the M2006C3MG model number that belongs to the global edition of the Redmi 9C. Hence, the POCO C3 is most likely to end up as a rebadged version of the Redmi 9C. The BIS certification is a good hint that the device is heading to India and its Bluetooth certifications suggest that its launch may not be far away.

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Redmi 9C specifications

The Redmi 9C has a large IPS LCD panel of 6.53 inches. The waterdrop notch screen offers an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels. The Helio G35 chipset powers the smartphone’s 2 GB and 3 GB RAM editions. It comes in storage editions such as 32 GB and 64 GB. The MIUI 12 based Android 10 OS runs on the device.

The Redmi 9C has a front camera of 5-megapixel. Its rear is fitted with a 13-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera system. The phone is backed by a 5,000mAh battery that comes with 10W charging support.

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POCO is unofficially the “King of Rebadging”. The smartphone company which separated from Xiaomi this year to be an “independent” brand has announced three phones this year, all of which are technically rebadged versions of Redmi phones. Now, it appears a fourth device is on the way and it may also be a rebadged Redmi phone.

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and TÜV Rheinland have certified a POCO phone with model number M2006C3MI. The model number is similar to that of the Redmi 9C which got a global launch yesterday in Europe.

The Redmi 9C is a budget smartphone. It is powered by the Helio G35 processor, has a 6.53-inch HD+ display with a notch, and packs a 5000mAh battery. The phone also has 13MP+5MP+2MP triple rear cameras and a 5MP selfie camera.

The phone launched in Malaysia for RM 429 (~$100) while its price in Europe is €119 for the 2GB RAM + 32GB version and €139 for the 3GB RAM + 64GB version. If and when it does launch as a POCO phone in India, it will be the brand’s cheapest phone ever.

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Today, Xiaomi launched three entry-level phones in the global market: Redmi 9, Redmi 9A, and Redmi 9C. They are sold at different prices, but all of them cost less than €200 and they have a very high value for money. Given that they carry different prices and they are all devices released by Xiaomi, you probably understood that they are not at the same level. But a lot of people are wondering which one to buy: is it worth spending more for the Redmi 9 or it is better to save money for a Redmi 9A / 9C? This comparison will clear your ideas in regards.

Xiaomi Redmi 9 vs Xiaomi Redmi 9A vs Xiaomi Redmi 9C

Design

Redmi 9, 9A, and 9C sport a modern design but made of cheap materials. They come with a plastic body and borderless display including a waterdrop notch. The Redmi 9 looks more beautiful thanks to its gradient colors, but the Redmi 9A has a more minimalistic look thanks to its smaller camera module. The Redmi 9 also offers a sturdier build quality with its Gorilla Glass 3 front panel. Despite sporting the same display diagonal, Redmi 9 is even more compact thanks to narrower bezels around the display.

Display

Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C come with exactly the same display. It is a 6.53-inch panel with the IPS technology offering a below-average 720p resolution. Redmi 9 is a lot better since it offers a higher resolution and a higher level of detail. It is a Full HD+ phone with 1080 x 2340 pixels. And it is actually not easy to find a device with a Full HD+ display under €150, even with an IPS panel. Redmi 9 obviously wins the display comparison thanks to its higher resolution.

Specs & Software

With the Xiaomi Redmi 9, you actually get a much more powerful chipset: the octa-core Helio G80 running at a 2 GHz frequency, paired with at least 3 GB of RAM and at least 32 GB of internal storage which you can furtherly expand with a micro SD. The silver medal goes to the Redmi 9C with the Helio G35, while Redmi 9A has a weaker Helio G25. Note that every SoC is pretty nice in terms of performance, they are even nice at gaming. But there is an important gap between Helio G80 and G35. Redmi 9, 9A, and 9C run Android 10 out of the box, customized by the new MIUI 12.

Camera

With the Redmi 9, you get the most complete camera setup including a rear quad-camera with an ultrawide sensor included and an 8 MP front camera. Unfortunately, the Redmi 9C lacks the ultrawide sensor, but it actually comes with a better main sensor offering a brighter focal aperture for better photo quality in dark scenes. It is still an entry-level camera, though. Redmi 9A has just one single camera at the back, so it is the most disappointing one and you should not go for it if you need a decent camera phone.

Battery

Despite having a similar battery capacity to the Redmi 9, the lower-end Redmi 9A and 9C offer a longer battery life in a lot of scenarios thanks to their lower display resolution. With the Redmi 9, you get fast charging, which is not present on its two siblings. Note that these devices are equipped with 5000 mAh batteries, so it is not quick to fully charge them without a fast charging technology.

Price

Redmi 9 debuted in the European market with a €149/$170 starting price. If you live in Europe, you need €119/$135 for the Redmi 9C, while the Redmi 9A costs €99/$113. Is it worth spending more for the Redmi 9? Yes, if we compare it to the Redmi 9C. It has a better display, a complete camera setup, and a better hardware department. But you can save €50 by choosing the Redmi 9A, which might be the best choice for you if you are a basic user who does not care about clicking great photos and having the fastest performance.

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Xiaomi Redmi 9 vs Xiaomi Redmi 9A vs Xiaomi Redmi 9C: PROs and CONS

Xiaomi Redmi 9

PROs

• Better hardware
• Better display
• NFC
• Faster charging

CONS

• Price
• Shorter battery life

Xiaomi Redmi 9C

PROs

• Very affordable
• Nice rear camera
• Long battery life
• NFC (depends on the region)

CONS

• HD display

Xiaomi Redmi 9A

PROs

• Incredibly affordable
• Long battery life
• Smaller camera module

CONS

• No fingerprint reader
• Inferior camera department

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Xiaomi‘s ecosystem product launch event was held today and it was indeed a thriller. The company launched up to nine products including three new smartphones, the Mi Smart Band 5, Mi Electric Scooter Pro 2, Mi Electric Scooter 1S, Mi TV Stick, Xiaomi Gaming monitor and Mi TWS earbuds. The smartphones are the Redmi 9 series models made up of the Redmi 9, Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C.

The three smartphones feature powerful chipsets and premium features while retaining the affordable pricing for which the budget series is known for. They indeed represent Xiaomi’s mission to make exceptional smartphone experiences accessible to everyone. We’ll take a quick look at their specifications.

Redmi 9

As the first entry-level Redmi smartphone to feature an all-purpose quad-camera set up, Redmi 9 helps capture life’s special moments. Whether you’re looking to take a quick snap, wide-angle group shot, close-up with stunning details, or beautiful portrait photos, Redmi 9 has you covered. The device also integrates fun and creativity into the photography experience with premium camera features, including Kaleidoscope and Palm Shutter.

The Redmi 9 features a humongous 6.53-inch FHD+ Dot Drop display which offers an optimal visual experience with crystal-clear detail at your fingertips. It also comes with TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light certification and Corning Gorilla Glass covering for on-the-go protection.

On the performance front, Redmi 9 sports an optimized MediaTek Helio G80 SoC, delivering a 107% improved performance over its predecessor. Paired with a 5020mAh large capacity battery, Redmi 9 packs the power you need for everyday work and play. This performance beast even supports 18W fast charging technology to keep your sideline time to a minimum so you can get back in the game.

Redmi 9 features the stunning smartphone design you deserve. On the back cover, it leverages a chic gradient color design and an anti-fingerprint ripple texture. The rear fingerprint sensor is specially designed to sit beside the camera set, and surrounded by a trendy circle design featured on Redmi’s current smartphone lineup. Altogether, this makes Redmi 9 even more comfortable to hold and unlock.

To round it up, Redmi 9 also comes with a 3.5mm headphone jack, IR blaster, and multifunctional NFC, while supporting dual SIM usage and an additional microSD card slot.

Redmi 9 will be available in three color variants: Carbon Grey, Ocean Green, and Sunset Purple. The pricing starts at EUR 149 for the 3GB+32GB variant and EUR 169 for the 4GB+64GB variant.

Redmi 9C

This brand-new entry-level smartphone is equipped with a massive 6.53-inch Dot Drop display for an immersive viewing experience and a 5000mAh high-capacity battery that satisfies users who want to do more and enjoy more on their phone. Redmi 9C features MediaTek Helio G35, an octa-core gaming chipset which can go up to 2.3GHz. It also sports the AI optimized triple camera that can quickly and easily capture crisp and clear images in a variety of situations.

Redmi 9C will be available at a recommended retailing price of EUR 119 for 2GB + 32GB variant, and EUR 139 for 3GB + 64GB variant.

Redmi 9A

This brand-new entry-level smartphone is equipped with a massive 6.53” Dot Drop display for an immersive viewing experience and a 5000mAh high-capacity battery that satisfies users who want to do more and enjoy more on their phone. Redmi 9A features MediaTek Helio G25, an octa-core gaming chipset, which allows for a smooth day-to-day operating experience. It also sports the AI-optimized 13MP rear camera that can quickly and easily capture crisp and clear images in a variety of situations.

The Redmi 9A is the cheapest model among the three. Pricing starts at EUR 99 for the 2GB+32GB variant.

You can read more about the Redmi 9C and 9A from here.

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It is a very hard fight between Realme and Redmi. Every time one of the two brands launches a new value for money device, each other comes up with a perfect rival. Today we talk about entry-level handsets: on the same day, both the companies launched their most affordable phones for 2020. Realme came up with the Realme C11, while Xiaomi launched the Redmi 9A and the Redmi 9C. Which company released the best entry-level device this time? And which released the handset with the highest value for money? Let’s discover it together through a specs comparison.

Realme C11 vs Xiaomi Redmi 9A vs Xiaomi Redmi 9C

Design

It is all about tastes, but if I had to choose the best design, I would go for the Redmi 9A. The reason is simple: I do not like big and square-shaped camera modules despite the iPhone 11 series came with this solution, and Redmi 9A has the smallest camera module. But if you do not have problems with such camera modules, you might like the Realme C11 a lot more. Just note that in each case, you get a cheap polycarbonate design with no protection against water and dust.

Display

Realme C11, Redmi 9A, and Redmi 9C come with below-average IPS panels sporting a wide diagonal, a waterdrop notch, and an HD+ resolution. The differences between these displays are just marginal, so you should definitely focus on something else as you will get more or less the same display performance with this whole trio of devices.

Specs & Software

With the Redmi 9C and the Realme C11, you get exactly the same hardware department composed of the Helio G35 chipset, 2 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage you can furtherly expand with a micro SD up to 256 GB. With the Redmi 9A you get the same memory configuration, but a lower-end Helio G25 SoC. Both the chipsets are meant for gaming, despite they are low-end processors. With Realme C11 you get Android 10 customized by Realme UI, while Redmi 9C and Redmi 9A ship with MIUI 12 based on Android 10. Note that Redmi 9C and Redmi 9A ship with an IR blaster which can be used to control TVs and other home appliances (like most of Xiaomi devices), while Realme C11 does not have one. On the other hand, Realme C11 offers the FM radio which you can use by connecting your headphones.

Camera

The most advanced camera department belongs to the Redmi 9C which offers a 13 MP main sensor with a bright f/1.8 focal aperture, a 5 MP macro camera, and a 2 MP depth sensor. You do not get such a bright aperture with the Realme C11, and it even lacks a macro camera. Redmi 9A is the most disappointing as it comes with just a 13 MP sensor on the back. With all these handsets, you get an entry-level 5 MP front camera. Redmi 9C wins the camera comparison.

Battery

You should get a very similar battery life with all of these smartphones since they feature the same battery capacity and very similar specs sheets. All come with an HD+ display and a 12 nm chipset, as well as the same memory configurations. In each case, you should get an amazing battery life (likely three days on a single charge with moderate usage), so you should not worry about the battery life at all.

Price

Redmi 9C and Realme C11 are sold in Malaysia with price tags equivalent to about €90/$101 at the actual change. Redmi 9A has a €75/$84 listing price. The most advanced device and also the winner of this comparison is the Redmi 9C with the camera department making the difference. Realme C11 is very attractive, but it comes with an inferior camera at the same price. Redmi 9A has a higher value for money, but we recommend spending those €15 more to get a device with a better camera and chipset unless you do not care about cameras at all. Do you agree with us? Let us know by using the comment box below.

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Realme C11 vs Xiaomi Redmi 9A vs Xiaomi Redmi 9C: PROs and CONS

Realme C11

PROs

• Great design
• Great hardware
• Long battery life

CONS

• Nothing particular

Xiaomi Redmi 9C

PROs

• IR blaster
• Good hardware
• Best cameras
• MIUI 12 out of the box

CONS

• Nothing particular

Xiaomi Redmi 9A

PROs

• More affordable
• Smaller camera module
• IR blaster
• MIUI 12 out of the box

CONS

• Inferior cameras
• Inferior chipset

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Earlier this month, Malaysia became one of the first countries to receive the Redmi 9 smartphone. Today, Xiaomi unveiled the Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C entry-level phones in Malaysia with an attractive starting price of RM 359 (~$83). The Redmi 9A and 9C offer users with large-sized screens, big-sized batteries, up to three rear cameras, Helio G35 / G25 chipset, and more.

Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C specifications

The Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C are equipped with IPS LCD panels of 6.53 inches. The dot-drop notch screen produces an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and a 20:9 aspect ratio. Both devices are packed with 5,000mAh batteries. These handsets are equipped with 2 GB of LPPDR4x RAM and 32 GB of eMMC 5.1 internal storage. For additional storage, these devices come with a microSD card slot. The Android 10 OS along with MIUI 11 comes preloaded on the Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C smartphones.

The Redmi 9A draws power from the Helio G25 octa-core processor that works at 2GHz whereas the Redmi 9C is equipped with the Helio G35 octa-core SoC that ticks at 2.3GHz. Both phones have 5-megapixel front-facing cameras.

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The Redmi 9A has a single rear camera of 13-megapixel and it lacks a fingerprint reader. On the other side, the Redmi 9C is blessed with a square-shaped camera module that includes a 13-megapixel main shooter, a 5-megapixel ultrawide lens, a 2-megapixel depth assist lens and an LED flash. The 9C features a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. The Redmi 9A and 9C come with other common features like dual SIM slot, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, USB-C, IR blaster and 3.5mm audio jack.

Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C pricing

The Redmi 9A will be available for purchase in Malaysia through Lazada from July 7. It is priced at RM 359 (~$83) and its color variants are Midnight Grey, Twilight Blue, and Peacock Green.

The Redmi 9C will be hitting the Malaysian markets by the end of July. It costs RM 429 (~$100) and it comes in orange, black and blue colors. The Redmi 9 was introduced in the country for RM 499 (~$116).

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The Redmi 9 series from Xiaomi is rumored to include devices such as Redmi 9, Redmi 9C, Redmi 9C NFC edition, and Redmi 9A. Among these, the Chinese firm has already unveiled the Redmi 9 in multiple markets like Spain, Malaysia, and China. Recently, the Redmi 9A was spotted at certification platforms like China’s 3C and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the U.S. Also, the key specs of the device also appeared on the Xiaomi Philippines website. These appearances suggested that the launch of the Redmi 9A could be near. Today, Xiaomi Malaysia took to its Facebook page to confirm that not only the Redmi 9A, but also the Redmi 9C will be made official on June 30.

The official released by the Chinese firm reveals a big battery and a big display are major highlights of the Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C. Also, the image suggests that these phones will come with teardrop notch displays. On the same date, the competitor phone Realme C11 will be announced in markets like Malaysia and Indonesia.

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At the end of May, a well-known tipster shared the key specs of the Redmi 9 series. The leak revealed that the Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C will come with HD+ resolution supporting 6.53-inch IPS LCD panels and 5,000mAh batteries. These phones are expected to come with some common features like a 5-megapixel selfie camera, a rear-facing fingerprint reader, a microSD card slot, a 3.5mm audio jack, an IR blaster, USB-C port and fast charging support.

The Redmi 9A is rumored to be equipped with Helio G25 chipset. The SoC could be coupled with 3 GB of RAM. The handset may offer users with an internal storage of 32 GB. It may come with a 13-megapixel main camera on its back.

The Redmi 9C is rumored to exist in two versions. One is said to feature an NFC chip and the other one lacks support for it. The Redmi 9C NFC edition may come with a 13-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual-camera system whereas the non-NFC variant may have a 13-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera system.

Both Redmi 9C variants are likely to be fueled by the Helio G35 SoC and 3 GB of RAM. The handset may come with a 64 GB built-in storage. it is not clear whether Malaysia will be receiving both variants of the Redmi 9C.

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GizmoChina carried an exclusive leak yesterday that revealed the pricing, variants, and color editions of the Redmi 9. While Xiaomi is still silent on the arrival of the Redmi 9 series, leakster Sudhanshu Ambhore who had recently shared the specs sheet of the Redmi 9A, Redmi 9C NFC edition, Redmi 9C and Redmi 9 has now claimed that the Redmi 9 series scheduled to go official in the coming week. The Redmi 9 is now listed on the Lazada retailer site in the Philippines with full specs, pricing, and images.

Redmi 9 specifications

The Xiaomi Redmi 9 has a 6.53-inch IPS LCD panel with Dot Drop notch. It offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels and an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. It protects the eyes of the users from harmful blue light.

The MediaTek Helio G80 chipset with LPDDR4x RAM powers the smartphone. The handset comes with eMMC 5.1 storage. It draws power from a 5,020mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging through USB-C.

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There is a unique circle decoration for the AI quad-camera on the back panel of the Redmi 9. It consists of a 13-megapixel wide-angle lens with f/2.2 aperture, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens with 118-degree field-of-view, a 5-megapixel macro lens with f/2.4 aperture and a 2-megapixel depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture. The front side of the phone features an 8-megapixel selfie camera.

Some of the other features of the Redmi 9 include Android 10 OS with MIUI 11, dual-SIM slot, microSD card slot, Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi, 4G VoLTE, GPS, IR blaster, rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, AI face unlock noise-canceling microphones and 3.5mm audio jack. The handset measures 163.32 x 77.01 x 91mm and it weighs 198 grams. The back panel of the phone has a textured design that does not attract fingerprint marks.

Redmi 9 Pricing

The 3 GB RAM + 32 GB storage and 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage of the Redmi 9 are priced at 6,990 Peso (~$324) and 7,490 Peso (~$347), respectively on Lazada. Grey, Purple, and Green are three color variants of the Redmi 9.

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Xiaomi is expected to announce the budget-friendly Redmi 9 series by the end of this month in multiple markets including Vietnam, China, and India. A recent leak revealed that the company may unveil the Redmi 9 series on June 25 in Vietnam. However, there is no confirmation yet from the Chinese brand. Weeks ahead of the launch, the rumor mill has revealed the key specs of the Redmi 9A, Redmi 9C, and Redmi 9 smartphones. A live shot of the alleged Redmi 9 smartphone has appeared on SlashLeaks to reveal its two color variants.

Among the Redmi 9 series, only the Redmi 9 phone is expected to arrive with quad cameras. Hence, it appears the handset shown in the live shot seems to be the Redmi 9 phone. It appears to be equipped with a polycarbonate rear. The phone looks attractive in teal and violet colors. It is likely to arrive in other color options.

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Redmi 9 specifications (Rumored)

The Redmi 9 has a 6.5-inch LCD panel with top-center positioned punch-hole. It is expected to produce a Full HD+ resolution. The Helio G80 octa-core processor is said to power the phone with up to 4 GB of RAM. Contradictory reports have claimed that it is fueled by Helio G70.

The smartphone may ship with up to 64 GB of storage. The phone could be housing a 5,000mAh battery and an 18W fast charger could be present inside its retail box.

It has a front camera of 8-megapixel. The back panel of the phone has a 13-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 2-megapixel quad-camera system. A fingerprint reader is available on the rear side of the phone.

The Redmi 9 is likely to arrive in two options such as 3 GB RAM + 32 GB storage and 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage. It could be costing under $150 in Vietnam.

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Last month, the upcoming Redmi 9 smartphone was spotted at the database of the Bluetooth SIG certification platform. A fresh leak shared by Indian tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore has revealed the entire specifications and pricing of the Redmi 9 series. The leak mentions that the lineup includes four devices such as Redmi 9, Redmi 9C with NFC, Redmi 9C without NFC, and Redmi 9A.

Redmi 9, 9C, 9A specifications (Rumored)

The Redmi 9 models have 6.53-inch IPS LCD panels. Except for the Redmi 9 smartphone that supports full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, its other variants such as Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C support HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels.

The Redmi 9A is the weakest phone in the Redmi 9 series as it is driven by Helio A25 SoC. It has 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of storage.

The Redmi 9C is fueled by Helio G35 and 3 GB of RAM. It has 64 GB of storage. The Redmi 9 has Helio G70 onboard. It has 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage. All models have dual nano-SIM slot and support for a microSD card slot.

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The Redmi 9A has a 13-megapixel rear camera. The Redmi 9C NFC edition has a 13-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual camera setup on its rear whereas the non-NFC version has a 13-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera setup. The Redmi 9 has a 13-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 2-megapixel quad camera setup. All Redmi 9 phones have 5-megapixel front-facing cameras.

The Redmi 9 models are packed with 5,000mAh batteries. The leak does not mention whether there is support for fast charging. Because the Redmi 8 series came with 18W fast charging, it is likely the Redmi 9 phones will also offer users with rapid charging. The other common features that are available on all three models include fingerprint reader, accelerometer, gyroscope, light sensor, proximity sensor, USB-C, 3.5mm audio jack and infrared blaster. The Redmi 9A does not feature NFC and it is unclear whether Redmi 9 supports it.

Redmi 9, 9C and 9A pricing (Rumored)

The leak mentions the pricing range of the Redmi 9A, Redmi 9C, and Redmi 9 smartphones. In Europe, the Redmi 9A is expected to be priced between 100 euros and 120 euros. The Redmi 9C NFC and non-NFC versions are expected to cost between 130 euros and 150 euros. The Redmi 9 is likely to cost between 160 euros and 180 euros. The Redmi 9 series is likely to debut later this month.

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