Redmi 9A
Sub-$100 essentials phone with 5000 mAh and Helio G25.
The Redmi 9A is a budget Xiaomi smartphone released Jun 2020, with a launch price of $99. It pairs the MediaTek Helio G25 with a 6.53" HD+ IPS display, a 13 MP single main camera and a 5000 mAh, 10W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 42/100 — Essentials done well. Standout strengths: sub-$100 with 5000 mah and big 6.53" screen for the price. Main trade-off: helio g25 very slow.
Essentials done well.
Redmi 9A sold tens of millions to first-time smartphone buyers — a $99 device that does the basics, holds two days of battery, and runs MIUI for years. The category that GSMArena indexes heavily but reviewers ignore.
Read the full review- Sub-$100 with 5000 mAh
- Big 6.53" screen for the price
- microSD + headphone jack
Full specifications
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How the Redmi 9A compares
| Redmi 9A | Galaxy S25 Ultra | Redmi Note 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 42 | 89 | 42 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G25 | SD 8 Elite | Snapdragon 625 |
| Display | 6.53" HD+ IPS | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 5.5" FHD LCD |
| Main camera | 13 MP single | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 13 MP · f/2.0 |
| Battery | 5000 mAh, 10W | 5,000 mAh | 4,100 mAh |
| Launch price | $99 | $1,299 | $150 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Redmi 9A released?
The Redmi 9A was released in Jun 2020.
How much does the Redmi 9A cost?
The Redmi 9A launched at $99 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Redmi 9A screen size and type?
The Redmi 9A has a 6.53" HD+ IPS display.
What chipset does the Redmi 9A use?
The Redmi 9A is powered by the MediaTek Helio G25 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Redmi 9A have?
The Redmi 9A ships with 2/3 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Redmi 9A battery capacity?
The Redmi 9A has a 5000 mAh, 10W battery.
What is the Redmi 9A main camera?
The Redmi 9A has a 13 MP single main camera.
Does the Redmi 9A have a headphone jack?
The Redmi 9A has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the Redmi 9A weigh?
The Redmi 9A weighs 196 g.
What colours does the Redmi 9A come in?
The Redmi 9A is available in 3 colours: Granite Gray, Peacock Green, Sky Blue.
Is the Redmi 9A worth buying?
Redmi 9A sold tens of millions to first-time smartphone buyers — a $99 device that does the basics, holds two days of battery, and runs MIUI for years. The category that GSMArena indexes heavily but reviewers ignore. SpecEagle gives the Redmi 9A an editorial score of 42/100.
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