Xiaomi Redmi 9 vs Xiaomi Redmi 9A Sport
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Xiaomi Redmi 9
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Xiaomi Redmi 9A Sport
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Xiaomi Redmi 9
Faster charging
Xiaomi Redmi 9
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
Xiaomi Redmi 9
Lighter body
Xiaomi Redmi 9A Sport
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 9 | Xiaomi Redmi 9A Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.53 | 6.53 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 2340 | 1600 |
| Resolution Width | 1080 | 720 |
| Peak Brightness | 400 | 400 |
| PPI | 395 | 269 |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | — |
| Screen-to-body | 83.2 | 81 |
Platform
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 9 | Xiaomi Redmi 9A Sport |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | Mali-G52 MC2 | PowerVR GE8320 |
| Chipset Name | Helio G80 | Helio G25 |
| Process (nm) | 12 | 12 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| UI Skin | MIUI 13 | MIUI 12 |
| OS Version | 10 | 10 |
Memory
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 9 | Xiaomi Redmi 9A Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Variants | 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM | 32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 9 | Xiaomi Redmi 9A Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30/60fps |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR |
| Count | 4 | 1 |
| Depth | 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth) | — |
| Macro | 5 MP, f/2.4, (macro) | — |
| ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) | — |
| Wide | 13 MP, f/2.2, 28mm, (wide) | 13 MP, f/2.2, 28mm, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 9 | Xiaomi Redmi 9A Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 8 MP, f/2, 27mm, (wide) | 5 MP, f/2.2, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 9 | Xiaomi Redmi 9A Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 5020 | 5000 |
| Chemistry | Li-Po | Li-Po |
| Wired Charging (W) | 18 | 10 |
Body
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 9 | Xiaomi Redmi 9A Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame | — |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 163.3 | 164.9 |
| Thickness (mm) | 9.1 | 9 |
| Weight (g) | 198 | 194 |
| Width (mm) | 77 | 77.1 |
Launch
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 9 | Xiaomi Redmi 9A Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2020, June 10 | 2021, September 28 |
| Status | Available. Released 2020, June 10 | Available. Released 2021, September 28 |
Network
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 9 | Xiaomi Redmi 9A Sport |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 | HSDPA 850, 900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 | 1, 3, 5, 8, 40, 41 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | HSPA, LTE |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 9 | Xiaomi Redmi 9A Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5 |
| infrared port | Yes | — |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | No |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Radio | Wireless FM radio (no wired headphones required) | FM radio |
| USB Type | Type-C | — |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 4 |
Sound
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 9 | Xiaomi Redmi 9A Sport |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 9 | Xiaomi Redmi 9A Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass | Accelerometer, proximity |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Xiaomi Redmi 9 and Xiaomi Redmi 9A Sport are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Xiaomi Redmi 9 packs a 5020 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
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