The Realme 9i, released on January 10, 2022, is a well-rounded mobile phone offering balanced features suitable for everyday use. It targets users looking for reliability and functionality in a mid-range smartphone.
Design
With dimensions of 164.4 x 75.7 x 8.4 mm and weighing 190 g, the Realme 9i features a sleek design available in Black and Blue color options. Its ergonomic build houses a large 6.6-inch IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, ensuring comfortable handling and immersive viewing.
Software
Operating on Android 11 OS with Realme UI 2.0, the Realme 9i delivers a smooth and intuitive user experience. The interface is optimized for efficiency and includes enhancements for customization and productivity.
Hardware
Powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G chipset (6 nm) with a CPU configuration of 4 x 2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold + 4 x 1.9 GHz Kryo 265 Silver, and Adreno 610 GPU, the Realme 9i offers reliable performance for multitasking and light gaming. It comes with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, expandable via a dedicated card slot.
Network
Supporting dual SIM (Nano-SIM) with dual standby, the Realme 9i connects seamlessly to 2G, 3G, and 4G networks, providing dependable connectivity for calls, messaging, and internet browsing. However, it does not support 5G networks.
Display
Featuring a 6.6-inch IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 1080 x 2412 pixels (~400 PPI), the Realme 9i delivers crisp visuals with a 90Hz refresh rate and 480 nits typical brightness. It ensures smooth interaction and clarity for multimedia consumption and daily tasks.
Camera
The Realme 9i is equipped with a triple rear camera setup, including a 50 MP main sensor with PDAF, accompanied by a 2 MP macro lens and a 2 MP depth sensor, supported by an LED flash. The front camera features a 16 MP sensor, capable of capturing detailed selfies and supporting Full HD video recording at 30fps. Camera functionalities include HDR, panorama, and video recording at 1080p@30fps.
Performance
With an AnTuTu score of 271,963, the Realme 9i delivers competent performance suitable for everyday applications and gaming. It supports 60FPS in smooth settings for popular mobile games like PUBG Mobile and Call of Duty Mobile, ensuring a smooth gaming experience.
