Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) The Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Mediatek MT6765G Helio G35 (12 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 5,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2020).
2020 · Lower-mid-range · Android 10 ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 6.53" · 164.9 x 77.1 x 9 mm (6.49 x 3.04 x 0.35 in)
Chipset Mediatek MT6765G Helio G35 (12 nm)
RAM 4GB | 6GB
Storage 128GB | 64GB
Main Camera 13 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) vs Xiaomi Redmi 7 Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) vs Xiaomi Redmi 8 Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) vs Xiaomi Redmi 8A Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) vs Xiaomi Redmi 8A Dual Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) vs Xiaomi Redmi 9 Activ Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) vs Xiaomi Redmi 9A
✓︎ Pros
✓ Long 5,000 mAh battery, easily lasts a full day
✓ 6.53" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Entry-level Mediatek MT6765G Helio G35 (12 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gaming Heavy multitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2020, August 27. Released 2020, August 31
Also Known As
Not to be confused with Xiaomi Redmi 9 for Global market
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6765G Helio G35 (12 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
RAM
4GB | 6GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
269 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
IPS LCD, 400 nits (typ)
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
5,000 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
📱 Design & Build
Weight
194g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
164.9 x 77.1 x 9 mm (6.49 x 3.04 x 0.35 in)
Colors
Black, Sky Blue, Sporty Orange
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) support 5G?› No, the Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) have NFC?› No, the Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) does not have NFC.
Does the Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) support wireless charging?› No, the Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) support fast charging?› Yes, up to 10W (10W wired).
Does the Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) have expandable storage?› Yes, the Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) support dual SIM?› The Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) have a headphone jack?› Yes, the Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) ship with?› The Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) ships with Android 10, MIUI 12.
What type of USB port does the Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) use?› The Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) uses microUSB 2.0, OTG.
Does the Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) support Wi-Fi 7?› The Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Xiaomi Redmi 9 (India) has 5.0, A2DP, LE.
