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Xiaomi Mi 9
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Xiaomi Mi 9

Released: 2019, February 20Price: About 590 EURStatus: Available. Released 2019, March 25

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10, MIUI 12.5
CPUOcta-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485)
GPUAdreno 640
NFCYes
SAR0.99 W/kg (head) 1.04 W/kg (body)
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Size6.39 inches, 100.2 cm, 2, (~85.2% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeSuper AMOLED, HDR10
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
BrandXiaomi
BuildGlass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
ModelXiaomi Mi 9
PriceAbout 590 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat18 1200/150 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
CameraPhoto, /, Video
ColorsLavender Violet, Ocean Blue, Piano Black
ModelsM1902F1G
SAR EU1.39 W/kg (head) 1.30 W/kg (body)
Single20 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3", 0.9µm
StatusAvailable. Released 2019, March 25
Triple48 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF, 12 MP, f/2.2, 54mm (telephoto), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF, 2x optical zoom, 16 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/3.0", 1.0µm, PDAF
Weight173 g (6.10 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm)
DisplayContrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 3.921 (sunlight)
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 28, 38, 39, 40 - Global
Charging27W wired, QC4, 20W wireless
FeaturesHDR
Internal64GB 6GB RAM, 64GB 8GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
Released2019, February 20
Announced2019, February 20
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Card slotNo
3.5mm jackNo
Dimensions157.5 x 74.7 x 7.6 mm (6.20 x 2.94 x 0.30 in)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 6
Resolution1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerVoice 70dB / Noise 74dB / Ring 81dB
PerformanceAnTuTu: 372006 (v7), GeekBench: 11181 (v4.4), GFXBench: 35fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)
Audio qualityNoise -93.9dB / Crosstalk -91.9dB
Battery (old)Endurance rating 95h
Infrared portYes

Xiaomi Mi 9 Overview

About Xiaomi Mi 9 Xiaomi Mi 9 is another flagship from Xiaomi's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2019. Xiaomi Mi 9 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 64GB 6GB RAM, 64GB 8GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM with Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Xiaomi Mi 9 can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Xiaomi Mi 9?

The Xiaomi Mi 9 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Xiaomi Mi 9 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Xiaomi devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Xiaomi Mi 9 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Xiaomi Mi 9 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Xiaomi Mi 9 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Xiaomi Mi 9.