Realme X9
$249
Overview
Realme X9 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2022 with a 6.4-inch OLED, Snapdragon 680 chipset, 64 main camera, and 4500 mAh battery.
Priced at $249, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Realme X9
The display of Realme X9 measures 6.4 inches with OLED technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 1000 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2400 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Realme X9 features 3 rear cameras: 64 main, 13MP ultrawide, 2MP telephoto. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Realme X9 has 4500mAh capacity with 65 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 65 min minutes.
The performance of Realme X9 is powered by the Snapdragon 680 chipset with Adreno 610 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 249000.
The memory of Realme X9 offers 12GB RAM with 128GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X RAM technology. Storage is eMMC. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of Realme X9 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.1.
The build of Realme X9 weighs 189g with Plastic frame and Matte back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP53. Dimensions measure 166.1 x 75.8 x 8.1 mm.
The software of Realme X9 runs Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 with Realme UI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Realme X9
Yes, Realme X9 is good for photography with its 64 camera. It handles everyday photography well with solid detail and color accuracy.
Realme X9 with Snapdragon 680 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Realme X9 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Realme X9 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Realme X9 has IP53 protection against dust and water.
Realme X9 has a 4500mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Realme X9 at $249 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Realme X9 supports 65 wired charging with full charge in approximately 65 min minutes.
Realme X9 is available in 128GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Realme X9 has a 6.4-inch OLED with 90Hz refresh rate and 1000 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The Realme X9 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. The phone excels in versatile camera system. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
6.4"
Main Camera
64
Chipset
Snapdragon 680
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE / |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | 5G |
| 5G mmWave Bands | |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | 2CC |
Launch
| Announced | 2022 |
| Status | Cancelled |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $249 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 166.1 x 75.8 x 8.1 mm |
| Weight (g) | 189 |
| Build Materials | Aluminium alloy |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Matte |
| Colors | ["Black", "other colors"] |
| IP Rating | IP53 |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | Graphite Sheet |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | OLED |
| Size (inches) | 6.4 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2400 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 90:199 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 385 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 89 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 180 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 1000 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 2160 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 680 |
| CPU | 4x2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold + 4x1.9GHz Kryo 265 Silver, Octa-Core, 6 nm |
| GPU | Adreno 610 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 2.0 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Triple ISP |
| Modem | Snapdragon X62 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 249000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 12GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X RAM |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.2 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | FIPS 140-2 |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 3 |
| Main Sensor | 64 |
| Main Sensor Size | CMOS BSI |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX682 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.8 um |
| Ultrawide | 13MP, FOV: 119° |
| Telephoto | 2MP |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 2.0 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 960 |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 16 |
| Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Aperture | f/2.5 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | Built-in DAC |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Under Display, Optical) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | Basic |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4500 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 65 |
| Wired Standard | SuperDart |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 30 min |
| Full Charge Time | 65 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | 1000 charge cycles |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Realme UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone, charger, cable, case, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!
Realme X9 Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Realme X9 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Excellent OLED display with 90Hz refresh rate
- + Excellent value for money
- - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks
- - No wireless charging