The Xiaomi Redmi 9 Activ is a midrange smartphone launched by Xiaomi. The handset is the affordable version of the Redmi 9 smartphone with a small RAM and also has an average inbuilt memory.
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The handset also packs a large battery capacity and a large display screen size. Without further adore, let’s look at the phone’s full specifications and price.
Xiaomi Redmi 9 Activ Key Specs & Features
- 6.53 inches IPS LCD Display, 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi)
- Android 10, MIUI 12
- Octa-core MediaTek Helio G35 (12 nm)
- 4GB, 6GB RAM
- 13 MP + 2 MP Dual Rear Cameras
- 5 MP Front Camera
- Fingerprint (Rear)
- 4G LTE Network
- Charging 10W
- Non-Removable Li-Po 5000 mAh Battery
Design and Display
The Xiaomi Redmi 9 Activ has a nice body design that is built with a combination of glass and plastic. The device body also has a water repellent coating. It features body dimensions of 164.9 x 77.1 x 9 mm and weighs 194 grams.
The front side has a waterdrop notch offering a screen size of 6.5 inches with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio, and 269 PPI density. The display has an IPS LCD panel with 400 nits (typ) brightness and it reaches an 81.0% screen-to-body ratio.
Cameras
As for the camera, the Redmi 9 Activ has a combo rear camera of 13 MP wide with another snapper of 2 MP depth sensor. The camera is paired with an LED flash for brighter photos even in a dark environment and also comes with HDR support.
The front snapper on the other hand is 5 MP for selfies and video calls. The camera has LED flash, HDR and can record 1080p videos.
Hardware and Software
The Xiaomi Redmi 9 Activ packs a MediaTek Helio G35 chipset based on a 12nm process node with an octa-core processor clocking at a speed of 4×2.3 GHz plus PowerVR GE8320 graphics card.
It has an inbuilt memory of 64GB and 4GB RAM plus a bigger model that features up to 6GB RAM and 128GB storage. The handset offer support for storage expansion via a MicroSD card.
Battery and Network
The Redmi 9 Activ has a non-removable battery of 5,000mAh with 10W charging technology. It features dual SIMs with a 4G LTE network, FM radio, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and micro USB 2.0. Users will also get a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner and Face ID for security.
Xiaomi Redmi 9 Activ Price and Availability
Xiaomi Redmi 9 Activ Price in Nigeria starts at around 99,000 Naira. The Redmi 9 Activ will sell at a price of $130 for the 4G RAM + 64GB storage variant and $150 for the 6GB RAM + 128GB storage version.
In Ghana this translates to about 800 Ghs in Ghana, and 15,000 Ksh in Kenya. The company shipped the phone in multiple colors such as Carbon Black, Coral Green, Sky Blue, and Sporty Orange.
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Xiaomi Redmi 9 Activ Specs
Here are a few specs of the Xiaomi Redmi 9 Activ:
General Features
- Platform: Android 10, MIUI 11
- Processor: MediaTek Helio G35 (12 nm), Octa-core (4×2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
- GPU: PowerVR GE8320
- Memory: 4GB, 6GB RAM
- Colours: Carbon Black, Coral Green, Metallic Purple
- Dimension: 164.9 x 77.1 x 9 mm
- Weight: 194 g
- SIM Type: Nano-SIM, dual stand-by
- SIM Count: Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Display
- Display: 6.53 inches IPS LCD Display, 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi)
- Screen Protection: Yes
- Foldable Display: No
Camera
- Rear Camera: 13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), PDAF + 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth) Dual Cameras, 1080p@30fps
- Rear Camera Features: LED flash, HDR
- Front Camera: 5 MP Camera, f/2.2, (wide), 1.12µm, HDR, 1080p@30fps
Storage
- Built-in Storage: 64GB, 128GB
- Memory Card Support: Yes, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
- Bundled Cloud Storage: Yes
Network Support
- 2G GSM: Yes, GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 – SIM 1 & SIM 2
- 2G CDMA 1X: Yes
- 3G WCDMA: Yes, HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
- 3G CDMA EVDO: Yes
- 4G LTE: Yes
- 5G: No
Internet & Connectivity
- GPRS: Yes
- EDGE: Yes
- 3G/WCDMA/HSPA: Yes
- HSPA+: Yes
- CDMA EVDO: Yes
- 4G LTE: Yes
- 5G: No
- WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 а/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
- Wi-Fi Hotspot: Yes
- Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE
- NFC: Yes
- Infrared Blaster: Yes
- USB Port: USB Type-C 2.0
Messaging
- SMS/MMS: Yes
- Instant Messaging: Yes
- Push Emails: Yes
- Email Protocol: Yes
Entertainment
- Music Player: Yes
- Video Player: Yes
- FM Radio: No
- Loudspeaker: Yes
- 3.5mm Jack: No
Navigation
- Navigation: Yes, with dual-band A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
- Maps: Yes
Sensors & Control
- Digital Compass: Yes
- Accelerometer: Yes
- Proximity Sensor: Yes
- Light Sensor: Yes
- Barometer: No
- SpO2: No
- Pedometer: No
- Heart Rate Monitor: No
- Gyroscope: Yes
- Fingerprint Scanner: Yes, (Rear)
- Iris Scanner: No
- Face Unlock: Yes
- Stylus Pen: No
- Intelligent Digital Assistant: Yes
- Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: Yes
- Voice Control: Yes
Other Features
- Video Streaming: Yes
- Active Noise Cancellation: Yes
- Wireless Charging: No
- Built-in Mobile Payment: Yes
- Water Resistant: Yes
- Dust Resistant: Yes
- Image Editor: Yes
- Video Editor: Yes
- Document Viewer: Yes
- Document Editor: Yes
Battery
- Battery: Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable Battery
- Talktime: –
- Standby Time: –
- Fast Charging: Fast charging 10W