Meizu C9
$70
Overview
Meizu C9 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 5.45-inch IPS LCD, Unisoc SC9832E chipset, 13 main camera, and 3000 mAh battery.
Priced at $70, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Meizu C9
The display of Meizu C9 measures 5.45 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1440 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Meizu C9 features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Meizu C9 has 3000mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Meizu C9 is powered by the Unisoc SC9832E chipset with ARM Mali-400 MP2 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 27600.
The memory of Meizu C9 offers 2GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is eMMC 5.0.
The connectivity of Meizu C9 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 4.1.
The build of Meizu C9 weighs 150g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 146.2 x 71.2 x 9.7 mm.
The software of Meizu C9 runs Android 8.0 (Oreo), Flyme UI with Flyme. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Meizu C9
Meizu C9 has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Meizu C9 with Unisoc SC9832E can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Meizu C9 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Meizu C9 has a 3000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Meizu C9 at $70 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Meizu C9 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Meizu C9 is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Meizu C9 has a 5.45-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Meizu C9 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
5.45"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Unisoc SC9832E
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| 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 | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2018 |
| Status | Out of Stock |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $68.22 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 146.2 x 71.2 x 9.7 mm |
| Weight (g) | 150 |
| Build Materials | Back: Polycarbonate |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black", "Blue"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.45 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1440 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:2 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 295 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 73 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 250 |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 8.0 (Oreo), Flyme UI |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Unisoc SC9832E |
| CPU | Spreadtrum SC9832E with Quad-Core, 4x Cortex A53 at 1.4 GHz |
| GPU | ARM Mali-400 MP2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | SC9832E |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 27600 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.0 |
| Storage Speed | emmc-5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.1" |
| Main Sensor Model | samsung-s5k3l2 |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.12µm |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | h264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | eis-480p |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5-inch |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p-30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | basic |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 4.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | No specific USB version mentioned |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 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 | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3000 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | standard |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5w-charger |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 8.0 (Oreo), Flyme UI |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Flyme |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger-cable-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!