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.
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 |
Also Known As |
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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 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) |
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 |
RAM + ROM | 8/12 GB |
Card Slot | Yes, up to 256 GB via microSD card (uses SIM 2 slot) |
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 |
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 |
Loudspeaker | Yes |
Speaker Location | Chin, below display |
Audio Jack Type | No. Uses USB Type-C Connector |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
NFC | |
GPS | Yes, with dual-band A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS |
FM Radio | No |
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 |
Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass |
Box Contents | Charging Brick / USB cable |
Note: Specifications may not be 100% accurate.