Xiaomi has announced two new additions to the Redmi family, the Redmi 9A and 9C. Both new devices are equipped with a massive 6.53″ Dot Drop display and a 5,000mAh high-capacity battery. The major differences for these two phones are the cameras, the 9C has a 13MP AI Triple camera on the back and a 5MP selfie on the front whereas the 9A has a 13MP AI rear camera on the back and a 5MP selfie camera on the front instead. Both phones’ cameras have AI capabilities that allow for easy captures of crisp and clear images. Powering both the 9C and 9A are the Mediatek Helio G25 and G35 respectively for a smooth day-to-day operating experience.
The Redmi 9A will be available in 2GB+32GB configuration, priced at RM359 and offered in Granite Gray, Peacock Green, or Sky Blue. The Redmi 9C will be available in 2GB+32GB configuration for RM429 and offered in colors like Midnight Gray, Sunrise Orange, and Twilight Blue. There will be a 7.7 campaign flash sale deal on Lazada and Shopee, the 9A will go for a discounted price of RM319.
Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C Specs
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Redmi 9A |
Redmi 9C |
Display |
● 6.53″HD+ Dot Drop display ● 400 nits brightness ● Color contrast ratio: 1500:1 ● TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light certification ● Reading mode |
● 6.53″ HD+ Dot Drop display ● 400 nits brightness ● Color contrast ratio: 1500:1 ● TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light certification ● Reading mode |
Rear camera |
13MP main camera |
13MP main camera, 2MP macro camera, 2MP depth sensor |
Front camera |
5MP front camera |
5MP front camera |
Dimension |
164.9*77.07*9.0mm |
164.9*77.07*9.0mm |
Processor |
● MediaTek Helio G25 ● 12nm process technology ● Octa-core CPU, up to 2.0 GHz |
● MediaTek Helio G35 ● 12nm process technology ● Octa-core CPU, up to 2.3 GHz |
Weight |
194g |
196g |
Security |
AI Face unlock |
Rear fingerprint sensor AI Face unlock |
Charging |
● 5,000mAh battery ● Supports 10W charging ● 10W in-box charger |
● 5,000mAh battery ● Supports 10W charging ● 10W in-box charger |
Network support |
Dual 4G standby |
Dual 4G standby |
Connectivity |
Micro USB, 3.5mm headphone jack |
Micro USB, 3.5mm headphone jack |
System |
MIUI 12 based on Android 10 |
MIUI 12 based on Android 10 |
Variant |
2GB+32GB, Expandable storage up to 512GB |
2GB+32GB, Expandable storage up to 512GB |
Available color |
Granite Gray, Peacock Green, Sky Blue |
Midnight Gray, Sunrise Orange, Twilight Blue |