Xiaomi outs Redmi Note 9S, 48MP quad camera, SD 720G

Xiaomi announced their new mid-range performance champion, the Redmi Note 9S, launched online on March 23, 2020. Delivering on the five star experience Redmi Note users have come to expect, the new smartphone boasts an efficient processor, stunning, symmetric design, impressive quad camera setup and long-lasting battery. Redmi Note 9S is the global counterpart of Redmi Note 9 Pro.

Highlights of Redmi Note 9S:

Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G

6.67" FHD+ DotDisplay with a resolution of 1080x2400 pixels and an aspect ratio of 20:9

5020mAh battery with 18W fast charging

48-megapixel primary camera with an f/1.79 aperture; a second 8-megapixel camera; a third 5-megapixel camera and a fourth 2-megapixel camera

16MP in-display front camera

Aurora Blue, Glacier White, and Interstellar Grey colours.

See Redmi Note 9S full specs, PH price

Redmi Note 9S powered by Snapdragon 720G octa-core CPU

Equipped with the powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G chipset, which consists of an octa-core CPU with a 2.3GHz maximum clock speed, Adreno 618 GPU and 8nm process technology. Thanks to its advanced AI technology, Redmi Note 9S offers an unmatched user experience and power-efficiency improvements.

As the first smartphone to feature a Z-axis linear vibration motor in the Redmi Note series, it allows for faster acceleration resulting in better haptic feedback compared to traditional motors.

Its high-capacity 5020mAh battery keeps users completely charged all day, including during heavy usage. Redmi Note 9S offers 18W fast charging and comes with a 22.5W inbox charger.

Redmi Note 9S boasts 6.67" FHD+ Tiny Dot Display

Redmi Note 9S sports an all-new, notch-free design, a unique square-shaped camera setup and side-mounted fingerprint sensor that doubles as a power button for simple, convenient unlocking. Featuring a 6.67" FHD+ DotDisplay with Redmi Note’s first-ever in-display front camera, the device's premium, symmetrical design boasts an impressive 91% screen-to-body ratio for a more immersive experience. The display also provides low blue light certification by TÜV Rheinland to ensure long-lasting eye comfort. The device is available in three captivating colors to appeal to any user, including Interstellar Grey, Aurora Blue and Glacier White.

Redmi Note 9S advances Redmi Note's legacy of developing high-quality phones that are sure to satisfy with its splash-proof nano coating and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and back.

Redmi Note 9S equipped with 48MP quad camera system

Redmi Note 9S features a dazzling quad camera setup on the back with a 48MP main lens and a large 1/2" sensor for ultra-high-resolution day photos. Its 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens enables users capture large group images easily, while its 5MP macro lens and 2MP depth sensor enhance the setup to capture beautiful images at any time. For the front camera, Redmi Note 9S sports a 16MP lens for its in-display selfie camera, reducing front screen bezels without compromising camera quality.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9S specs:

6.67-inch FHD+ (2400 x 1080) FHD+ display, HDR

Corning Gorilla Glass 5

Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G 2.3GHz octa-core CPU

Adreno 618 GPU

4GB, 6GB LPDDR4x RAM

64GB + 128GB UFS 2.1

microSD up to 512GB (Dedicated slot)

Quad-rear cameras: 48MP F1.79 (main) + 8MP F2.2 (ultra-wide) + 5MP F2.4 (macro) + 2MP F2.4 (depth)

16MP F2.48 front camera

Dual-SIM

4G LTE

WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac

Bluetooth 5.0

GPS/ A-GPS / Galileo/ GLONASS / Beidou

IR Blaster

Fingerprint scanner (side-mounted)

1217 X max0.4mm high amplitude ultra-linear speaker

Smart PA 10V

3.5mm audio jack

USB Type-C

MUI 11 (Android 10)

5,020mAh battery w/ 18W fast charge (22.5W charger in box)

165.75 x 76.68 x 8.8 mm

209 g

Interstellar Grey, Aurora Blue, Glacier White

The Redmi Note 9s will be available in Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand. Check out the prices below:

Redmi Note 9S 4GB + 64GB variant: MYR 799 / SGD 299 / THB 6,499

Redmi Note 9S 6GB + 128GB variant: MYR 899 / SGD 349 / THB 7,999

The device is also set to launch in the Philippines, but was postponed due to the enhanced community quarantine imposed by the government in light with the COVID-19 outbreak.

For international, Redmi Note 9S will be available on Aliexpress starting from April 7, at a retail price of USD 249 for 4GB+64GB, and USD 279 for 6GB+128GB.

Sources:

Mi Community

Xiaomi Philippines Facebook page