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Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer

Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
₦598,800
Brand: Xiaomi
Category: Smartphones
  • Display 6.39 inch 1080 x 2340 pixels Full-HD+ display
  • Camera 48 MP + 12 MP + 16 MP Main/ 20 MP front
  • Storage 256 GB
  • RAM 8/12 GB
  • CPU Octa-core 2.84 GHz, Snapdragon 855
  • OS Android 9.0 (Pie)

Our Rating

Ratings from experts

9.3
  • Design, Built Quality 7 / 10
  • Display Quality 10 / 10
  • Camera Quality 10 / 10
  • Audio & Multimedia 7 / 10
  • OS and Usability 9 / 10
  • Battery Performance 8 / 10

The xiaomi ‍Mi ⁣9 ​Explorer,also known as the Xiaomi mi 9 Transparent Edition,is the⁤ premium variant of the ⁢Xiaomi Mi 9⁣ and the successor to the Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer. It was released alongside the Mi 9 and Mi 9 SE models. The key distinguishing feature of the⁣ Mi ⁢9 Explorer‍ is its ‌transparent rear panel, which reveals some internal components, including the Qualcomm ⁣Snapdragon⁤ 855 processor.

In terms of ⁣hardware, the Mi 9 Explorer is equipped with the Snapdragon⁢ 855 chipset,⁣ paired with either 8GB or 12GB of RAM.‍ Storage is fixed⁣ at 256GB, which is higher than the maximum 128GB available on the standard⁢ Mi 9. Both models run on ⁣MIUI based on Android 9 Pie at launch.

The device features a 6.39-inch AMOLED display with a resolution ​of 2340 ‌x‌ 1080 pixels and a 19.5:9 aspect ratio. The screen ⁤supports HDR10 and‍ is protected ‍by Corning Gorilla Glass⁤ 6. The Mi 9 Explorer includes ‌an in-display fingerprint sensor and ⁣supports face ⁢unlock.

Camera specifications are consistent with the standard⁣ Mi 9. ‍the rear camera setup consists of a 48MP primary sensor with an f/1.75 aperture,a 16MP ultra-wide-angle lens,and ⁣a‍ 12MP telephoto⁣ lens with 2x optical zoom.⁣ The‌ front camera⁢ is a‍ 20MP sensor ‌with an⁤ f/2.0 aperture.

The device is powered by a 3300mAh battery that ​supports 27W fast charging and 20W wireless charging. Connectivity options include ‌dual SIM support, Wi-Fi 802.11ac,⁣ Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and USB Type-C. Sensors on board include an accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity sensor, compass, and barometer.

Full Specifications

NETWORK

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G Network Bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
CDMA 800 & TD-SCDMA
3G Network Bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
4G Network Bands LTE band 1(2100), 2(1900), 3(1800), 4(1700/2100), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 20(800), 28(700), 38(2600), 39(1900), 40(2300), 41(2500)
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A (3CA) Cat9 450/50 Mbps

LAUNCH

Also Known As -
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BODY

Dimensions 157.5 x 74.7 x 7.6 mm (6.20 x 2.94 x 0.30 in)
Weight 173 g (6.10 oz)
Build Back glass (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame (7000 series) = transparent Glass
SIM Type Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)

DISPLAY

Display Type Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Size 6.39 inches, 100.2 cm2 (~85.2% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)

PLATFORM

Operating System Android 9.0 (Pie); MIUI 10
Chipset Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm)
CPU Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 485)
GPU Qualcomm Adreno 640

MEMORY

RAM + ROM 8/12 GB
Card Slot Yes, up to 256 GB via microSD card (uses SIM 2 slot)

MAIN CAMERA

Camera Type Triple Lenses
Camera Sensor(s) 48MP + 12 MP + 16 MP main camera
Camera Features Autofocus
Continuous shooting
Digital zoom
Optical zoom
Digital image stabilization
Geotagging
Panorama
HDR
Touch focus
Face detection
White balance settings
ISO settings
Exposure compensation
Self-timer
Scene mode
Macro mode
RAW
Sensor size - 1/2"
Pixel size - 1.6 μm (4-in-1 pixel
binning)
Phase detection
Laser autofocus
Contrast autofocus
Sapphire crystal glass lens cover
6-element lens
Focal length (35 mm equivalent) - 27
mm
1080p @ 960 fps
720p @ 960 fps
Secondary rear camera - 12 MP
(telephoto)
Sensor model - Samsung S5K3M5
(#2)
Sensor type - ISOCELL (#2)
Sensor size - 1/3.4" (#2)
Pixel size - 1.0 μm (#2)
Aperture size - f/2.2 (#2)
6-element lens (#2)
Focal length (35 mm equivalent) - 51
mm (#2)
Third rear camera - 16 MP (ultra-wide
angle)
Sensor model - Sony IMX481 Exmor
RS (#3)
Sensor size - 1/3" (#3)
Pixel size - 1.0 μm (#3)
Aperture size - f/2.2 (#3)
6-element lens (#3)
Focal length (35 mm equivalent) - 17
mm (#3)
Angle of view - 117° (#3)
Video Resolution 2160p@30/60fps, 1080p@30/120/240fps, 1080p@960fps

SELFIE CAMERA

Camera Type Single Lens
Camera Sensor(s) 20-megapixel
Camera Features f/2.0 aperture
1/4" Pixel Size,
1.0µm,
Autofocus
Video Resolution 1080p@30fps

SOUND

Loudspeaker Yes
Speaker Location Chin, below display
Audio Jack Type No. Uses USB Type-C Connector

CONNECTIVITY

Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC
GPS Yes, with dual-band A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
FM Radio No

BATTERY

Battery Capacity Non-removable Li-Po 3300 mAh battery
Wireless Charging Yes, Fast wireless charging 20W
Talk Time Talk Time is the longest time that a single battery charge will last when you are constantly talking on the phone under perfect conditions, Ambient temperature and highly dependent on the cellular network environment such as the distance to the closest cell network tower. Up to 24 hours
Stand-by Up to 380 hours

OTHER FEATURES

Sensors Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Box Contents Charging Brick / USB cable

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