New series of smartphones Redmi The Note has just been introduced, and questions are already starting to appear as to whether it is worth buying them. Redmi Note 9 Pro a Redmi Notes 9 Pro Max they definitely brought some innovations and we prepared to compare them with last year's predecessor Redmi Note 8 Pro.
We compare middle class kings
This topic may be a little premature, as the news will not be available immediately and no one has yet confirmed their availability in the global market. However, many users are troubled by the question of whether to use the new one Redmi smartphones are worth the wait.
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Those who are currently choosing a new mid-range smartphone are undecided, but also those who own last year's Redmi Note 8 Pro. Let's look at the comparison table of the technical specifications of both new products with their predecessor. We will point out several fundamental differences in more detail.
Note 9 Pro | Notes 9 Pro Max | Note 8 Pro | |
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dimensions | 165.5 x 76.7 x 8.8 mm | 165.5 x 76.7 x 8.8 mm | 161.4 x 76.4 x 8.8 mm |
Weight | 209 g | 209 g | 200 g |
Used material | Glass / Plastic | Glass / Plastic | Glass / Plastic |
protection | Gorilla Glass 5 | Gorilla Glass 5 | Gorilla Glass 5 |
Display | LCD / 6.67 inches | LCD / 6.67 inches | LCD / 6.53 inches |
Resolution | 1080 x 2400 px / 395 ppi | 1080 x 2400 px / 395 ppi | 1080 x 2340 px / 395 ppi |
sheepfold | 450 rivets | 450 rivets | 500 rivets |
Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
Contrast | 1 500: 1 | 1 500: 1 | 1 500: 1 |
processor | Snapdragon 720G | Snapdragon 720G | Mediatek Helio G90T |
Graphics | Adreno 618 | Adreno 618 | ARM Mali G76 |
Score in AnTuTu | 275 000 | 275 000 | 281 000 |
Primary camera | 48 MPx Samsung GM2 | 64 MPx Samsung GW1 | 64 MPx Samsung GW1 |
aperture f / 1.79 | sensor size 1 / 2.25 ” 1.6 µm | aperture f / 1.89 | sensor size 1 / 1.7 ” 1.6 µm | aperture f / 1.89 | sensor size 1 / 1.7 ” 1.6 µm | |
PDAF focusing | PDAF focusing | PDAF focusing | |
4K 30fps video | 4K 30fps video | 4K 30fps video | |
More cameras | 8 MPx ultra-wide | aperture f / 2.2 1.12 |m | 119 ° | 8 MPx ultra-wide | aperture f / 2.2 1.12 |m | 119 ° | 8 MPx ultra-wide | aperture f / 2.2 1.12 |m | 120 ° |
5 MPx macro | 1.12 |m | focal length 2 cm | 5 MPx macro | 1.12 |m | focal length 2 cm | 2 MPx macro | 1.75 |m | focal length 2 cm | |
2 MPx depth of field sensor 1.75 μm | 2 MPx depth of field sensor 1.75 μm | 2 MPx depth of field sensor 1.75 μm | |
Front camera | 16 MPx in perforation | 32 MPx in perforation | 20 MPx in cutout |
NFC | No | No | Yes |
3.5 mm jack | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Infrared port | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Drums | 5020 mAh | 5020 mAh | 4500 mAh |
Fast charging 18 W | Fast charging 33 W | Fast charging 18 W |
Although we have included three compared models in the table, we will practically point out only the differences between Note 9 Pro and Note 8 Pro. However, if the Max model has another parameter in one of the categories, we will of course mention it. Fundamental differences between Note 9 Pro vs Note 9 Pro Max we analyzed in this article.
Design
It's unbelievable, but our smartphones have grown a bit again. Already Redmi The Note 8 Pro is a relatively large and heavy smartphone, and the 9 series includes a few extra millimeters and grams. We are not happy with this growing trend, but we have no choice but to get used to it.
However, we have to praise the manufacturer for the innovative design, which is in line with today's trend. On the luxurious look, which is close to the flagships, adds a front camera located in the shot.
The back with an innovative square camera module also acts symmetrically. Many fans don't like it, but we were approached by a thin gray line that orbits the two upper lenses. The black matt base layer, which extends below the LED flash with the description of the main sensor parameter, optically extends the entire module. It adds to the attractiveness and overall revives the back panel of the smartphone.
Redmi Both the Note 9 Pro and its Max version are proof that the brand Redmi wants to be trendy and raises the middle class design to a higher level. We like these innovations, and even if the upcoming smartphones have grown a bit, we would definitely prefer them over the Note 8 Pro in terms of design.
Display
The display panel is also closely linked to the overall appearance of the smartphone. From the point of view of technical specifications, the displays are almost the same, if we do not take into account the lower level of brightness achieved in Note 9.
When we have to use a larger phone, we are already accepting a positive increase in the size of the display. The diagonal grew by only 0,14 inches, which is about 0,35 cm, but it also pleased a little. Perhaps the most significant difference between Note 9 Pro and Note 8 Pro is the location of the front camera.
Considering the size of the display and the innovative perforation for the front camera, we give the plus series Redmi Note 9 Pro.
Performance
In the scored performance measurement for both versions Redmi Note that the differences are only minimal. The interesting thing is that the eight wins in the overall measured performance and in the AnTuTu application it achieves a score of almost 6 points more.
In contrast, when measuring processor performance in GeekBench, the figure eight lags slightly behind. Here, the Snapdragon 720G clearly beats the Medio Helio G90T processor. The damned by some and praised by others, but in any case the controversial Mediatek did not achieve the performance of the used processor from the Qualcomm workshop.
We attribute the overall, but not large, difference in performance in the AnTuT application to better system optimization. All smartphones compared have the same LPDDR4X RAM module and the same type of UFS 2.1 storage. Gradual updates of new smartphones can increase the score, but only real use and practice will show reliable results.
We will also mention the improved liquid-based cooling u Redmi Note 8 Pro. The new nines do not have such an improvement, and it can mean a decrease in performance during a longer load.
In terms of performance, the models are compared at the same level, and whichever you choose, it will certainly not disappoint you with its performance in this price category. On the contrary.
Cameras
Rating of cameras in new Redmi Note 9 Pro and Pro Max is premature, so we will rely only on the technical specifications. Mode Note 9 Pro lags behind the other two smartphones in the number of pixels. However, both XNUMX-inch smartphones have a better macro camera configuration compared to the XNUMX-inch, which in their case has a higher resolution.
How he takes real photos Redmi You can take a look at the Note 8 Pro in our review. Much better results can be achieved with the pre-installed application Google Camera. It will be possible to install it in new ones in the future Redmi Note, but we will test their real photographic abilities only when we manage to get the new smartphones.
As for the front cameras, each of the three phones has a different one. Note 9 Pro has a selfie camera with a resolution of 16 MPx, Note 8 Pro with a resolution of 20 MPx and Note 9 Pro Max with a resolution of 32 MPx, which surpassed many flagships.
If we rely solely on the specifications, it is the clear winner of this category Redmi Note 9 Pro Max. It has the best configuration of rear cameras and also the front camera with the highest resolution among the compared smartphones.
Battery pack
The older Note 8 Pro lags far behind in this category. Behind both nines it is in the capacity of the battery and behind the Max model also in fast charging. The exact data on batteries and charging are in the table. Here the winner is the Max model, which you charge the fastest thanks to 33 W charging.
Other equipment
The rest of the equipment is almost the same for all three smartphones. From the hardware available to the phones, they can conjure up almost the same functions. It's a bit chilling that the new series of smartphones Redmi The Note was not equipped with an NFC module. We are counting on the release of an additional version of at least one of these smartphones that could have NFC.
As a plus, we rate the newer Note's support for a more stable 2 × 2 WiFi MIMO and a separate slot for a microSD card. This allows the external memory to be used with two SIM cards at the same time. Both Note 9 Pro have also received support from Indian NavIC location services, which means nothing to us Europeans.
Prices
Newer of the compared devices are not yet available for customers and therefore we can only compare the prices given by the manufacturer at the presentation. The devices being compared were presented at the following prices:
Redmi Note 8 Pro
- Redmi Note 8 Pro with 6GB RAM and 64GB storage - 1 yuan = 176 € / 4 545 CZK
- Redmi Note 8 Pro with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage - 1 yuan = 200 € / CZK 5200
- Redmi Note 8 Pro with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage - 1 yuan = 226 € / CZK 5850.
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- Redmi Note 9 Pro with 4GB RAM and 64GB Storage – RS 12 = 155 € / 4 040 CZK
- Redmi Note 9 Pro with 6GB RAM and 128GB Storage – RS 15 = 190 € / 4 970 CZK
Redmi Notes 9 Pro Max
- Redmi Note 9 Pro Max with 6GB RAM and 64GB Storage – RS 14 = 179 € / 4 600 CZK
- Redmi Note 9 Pro Max with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage at RS 16 = 202 € / 5 200 CZK
- Redmi Note 9 Pro Max with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage at RS 18 = 226 € / 5 860 CZK
As you can see for yourself, the introductory prices are almost balanced and we will just remind you that they apply to the Chinese and Indian markets. Note 8 Pro has an advantage in this category, which has been on the market for a few months now, and thanks to to our discounts will be more affordable.
Conclusion
New smartphones Redmi The Note 9 Pro may have arrived a little early, but in any case, they brought a pleasant revival and a few innovations to this series. However, they are still unavailable and their date of arrival on the global market is still in the stars. If you need to buy a smartphone as soon as possible, you cannot rely on these devices.
If you plan to buy a new mid-range brand smartphone in the near future Redmi, it is definitely worth the wait and we would not invest in a generation older smartphone. However, you may be tempted by the immediate availability, the NFC module and the lower price of the Note 8 Pro.
If currently Redmi You already own a Note 8 Pro, you don't have to rush to exchange it. There are only a few differences and no fundamental change compared to the Note 8 Pro awaits you with the new smartphones. A more significant rebound can be brought up to the tenth series Redmi Note, and if the manufacturer maintains the current trend, it will be already in the fall of 2020.
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You have a mistake in the description Note 9 PRO - this model CONTAINS NFC !!!
Please note that this article was published at a time when only Indian versions of the phones were available. For explanation:
Redmi Note 9 Pro (Indian) = Redmi Note 9S (European)
Redmi Note 9 Pro Max (Indian) = Redmi Note 9 Pro (European)
Therefore, the article states that Note 9 Pro does not have NFC, as it is just a renamed Note 9S model, which is sold under this name in Europe.
We are updating the article and this explanation.