What the Xiaomi Mi 9 lacks in superfluous “gimmicks” it makes up for in functional features we can all appreciate. Adding a third camera and introducing faster charging tech is a great addition to the Mi family. While it may not be the most attention-seek...
Also see: Best Xiaomi PhonesWhere to buy Mi 9Announced in February 2019 (first in China, then again in Europe at MWC) we were told Mi 9 would launch in Europe by the end of the month. For some reason the UK launch date has come a little later, but it is n...
Published: 2019-03-20, Author: David , review by: T3.com
Polished, premium design, Stacks of power under the hood, Camera quality impresses
Software isn't the best, Screen sticks with 1080p, No IP68 waterproofing
Xiaomi Mi 9Every phone review has to balance the quality of the handset against the price you pay for it, and the Xiaomi Mi 9 ends up looking like a very appealing package – it's now outdoing OnePlus in terms of offering flagship features for a price that...
Published: 2019-03-20, Author: Tom , review by: techradar.com
Affordable price, Impressive camera setup, Powerful chipset
Gets hot rather easily, Odd-looking UI, Low battery capacity
The Xiaomi Mi 9 is a powerful device with some great features – and at such a relatively low price, it's unexpectedly fantastic. With a chipset and camera setup to rival high-end flagships like the Samsung Galaxy S10, yet a price tag roughly half as large...
Incredibly well-priced, Snapdragon 855 offers significant performance improvements, Battery life is superb
None whatsoever
It's not often that I review a faultless smartphone. Whether it's screen woes or a shorter than expected battery life, there's almost always something that slightly lets a smartphone down. The Mi 9 has nothing of the sort.The Mi 9's positives are numerous...
Published: 2019-02-28, Author: Chris , review by: Theinquirer.net
Abstract: XIAOMI'S AGGRESSIVE entry into the European market hasn't gone unnoticed, with a slew of handsets ranging from the flagship slayer to the mediocre entry-level. The Xiaomi Mi 9 definitely falls squarely in the former camp, offering some spectacular specs...
Abstract: It's hard to argue with what the Xiaomi Mi 9 offers for the price, on paper – and after a couple of hours in its company, it looks odds-on to be one of the smartphone bargains of 2019. Competition in the 'affordable flagship' space is going to be fierce...
Published: 2019-02-24, Author: Stuart , review by: pocket-lint.com
Snapdragon 855 processor, Price, Design colour, Wide-angle camera
Doesn't feel as premium as some smartphones, MIUI 10 software doesn't add much to experience
With its fast processor, delightful colours, and cheap starting price of 449 Euro the Mi 9 looks to be a great flagship from Xiaomi that won't cost the earth.The device still lacks some of that Samsung premium that we've seen in the S10, but this certainl...
There are still things to test out properly, but the Mi 9 is looking like an amazing flagship phone at a mid-range price.Rivalling the OnePlus 6T and Honor View 20 is has a gorgeous design along with some stand-out specs including a Snapdragon 855 process...
Published: 2019-02-24, Author: Guy , review by: stuff.tv
Versatile triple-lens camera takes great photos, Snapdragon 855 delivers all the oomph you need, Flagship features at a sensible price
A few missing features that would have taken it from good to great, Software still a bit cumbersome
If you want a lot of phone for your money, then the Mi 9 looks to be another winner for Xiaomi. The Chinese manufacturer has gone way above and beyond in many categories, offering cutting edge features and hardware that's only just starting to appear on...