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Realme 9 5G Speed

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Overview

Realme 9 5G Speed is a budget Android smartphone released in 2022 with a 6.6-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 778 chipset, 48 main camera, and 5000 mAh battery.

Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.

Specifications of Realme 9 5G Speed

The display of Realme 9 5G Speed measures 6.6 inches with IPS LCD technology and 144Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 480 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2412 pixels resolution.

Size
6.6 inches
Type
IPS LCD
Resolution
1080x2412 pixels
Refresh Rate
144Hz
Peak Brightness
480 nits
HDR
HDR10

The camera system of Realme 9 5G Speed features 3 rear cameras: 48 main, 8MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 2160p.

Main Sensor
48
Camera Count
3 cameras
Ultrawide
8MP, FOV: 119°
Max Video
2160p

The battery of Realme 9 5G Speed has 5000mAh capacity with 30 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 75 min minutes.

Capacity
5000mAh
Wired Charging
30
Full Charge Time
75 min minutes

The performance of Realme 9 5G Speed is powered by the Snapdragon 778 chipset with Adreno 642L GPU.

Chipset
Snapdragon 778
CPU
Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU
Adreno 642L

The memory of Realme 9 5G Speed offers 8GB RAM with 128GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM.

RAM Options
8GB
Storage Options
128GB
RAM Type
LPDDR4X
Storage Type
128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable
microSDXC (dedicated slot)

The connectivity of Realme 9 5G Speed includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, and Bluetooth 5.2.

5G
Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band
Bluetooth
5.2
NFC
No

The build of Realme 9 5G Speed weighs 199.0g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 164.4 x 75.8 x 8.5 mm.

Dimensions
164.4 x 75.8 x 8.5 mm
Weight
199.0g
Frame
Plastic
Back
Plastic

The software of Realme 9 5G Speed runs Android 11, upgradable to Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 with Realme UI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.

OS
Android 11, upgradable to Android 12, Realme UI 3.0
UI
Realme UI
Update Policy
2 years

Compare Realme 9 5G Speed

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Realme 9 5G Speed has a larger 5000mAh battery compared to Samsung Galaxy A34.

5000mAh battery
Snapdragon 778
6.6" display

Realme 9 5G Speed vs Motorola Moto G Power

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5000mAh battery
Snapdragon 778
6.6" display

Realme 9 5G Speed vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 13

Realme 9 5G Speed has a larger 5000mAh battery compared to Xiaomi Redmi Note 13.

5000mAh battery
Snapdragon 778
6.6" display

Frequently Asked Questions about Realme 9 5G Speed

Yes, Realme 9 5G Speed is good for photography with its 48 camera. It handles everyday photography well with solid detail and color accuracy.

Related: mobile photography

Yes, Realme 9 5G Speed handles gaming well with its Snapdragon 778. Most games run smoothly at medium to high settings.

Related: mobile gaming

Realme 9 5G Speed receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.

Related: software support

Yes, Realme 9 5G Speed supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.

Related: 5G connectivity

Realme 9 5G Speed has a 5000mAh battery. This provides all-day battery life with typical usage, often lasting into a second day with moderate use.

Related: battery life

Realme 9 5G Speed at $0 is a budget device offering 5000mAh battery. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

Related: buying decision

Realme 9 5G Speed supports 30 wired charging with full charge in approximately 75 min minutes.

Related: fast charging

Realme 9 5G Speed is available in 128GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.

Related: storage capacity

Realme 9 5G Speed has a 6.6-inch IPS LCD with 144Hz refresh rate and 480 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.

Related: display quality

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Verdict

The Realme 9 5G Speed delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. The phone excels in versatile camera system, smooth 120Hz display, all-day battery endurance. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.

Key Specifications

Display

6.6"

Main Camera

48

Chipset

Snapdragon 778

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
2G BandsGSM /
3G BandsHSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G LTE BandsLTE /
5G Sub-6 Bands5G
5G mmWave Bands
SpeedN/A
Carrier Aggregation4x4 MIMO
SIMNano-SIM
Dual SIM ModeDual SIM
eSIM Support
VoLTE SupportN/A
VoWiFiN/A
NR CA Support2CC

Launch

Announced2022
StatusAvailable. Released 2022, March 14
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch PriceN/A

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)164.4 x 75.8 x 8.5 mm
Weight (g)199.0
Build MaterialsGlass front (Panda Glass), plastic back
FramePlastic
Back FinishPlastic
Colors["Starry Glow", "Azure Glow"]
IP RatingN/A
Rugged CertificationsN/A
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorBar
Hinge TypeN/A
Folded Dimensions0x0x0
Thermal SolutionGraphite Sheet
Notification/Alert
HapticsBasic Vibration

Display

Panel TypeIPS LCD
Size (inches)6.6
Resolution (px)1080x2412 pixels
Aspect Ratio30:67
Pixel Density (ppi)400
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)84.1
Refresh Rate (Hz)144
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)240
Peak Brightness (nits)480
HDR StandardsHDR10
Color GamutsRGB
Color Depth24
PWM Dimming (Hz)360
Glass ProtectionPanda Glass
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
CurvatureFlat
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover DisplayCorning Gorilla Glass

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchAndroid 11, upgradable to Android 12, Realme UI 3.0
Update Policy2 years
ChipsetSnapdragon 778
CPUOcta-core (1x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUAdreno 642L
NPU/AI TOPs5.5 TOPS
ISP FeaturesTriple ISP
ModemSnapdragon X53
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-CoreN/A
Geekbench Multi-CoreN/A
AnTuTu ScoreN/A
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAM8GB
RAM TypeLPDDR4X
Storage128GB
Storage Type128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Storage SpeedUFS 2.2
Expandable StoragemicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Slot TypemicroSD
USB OTG
Filesystem EncryptionF2FS

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras3
Main Sensor48
Main Sensor Size1/2.0"
Main Sensor ModelSamsung ISOCELL GM2
Main Lensf/1.8, 26mm
OIS
AutofocusPDAF
Pixel Binning4-in-1
Ultrawide8MP, FOV: 119°
TelephotoN/A
Macro2
Depth/ToF/LiDAR
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashLED
Video Resolution2160p
HDR/Dolby Vision Video
Video CodecsH.264, H.265
Slow Motion1080p@120fps
Video StabilizationEIS
Night Mode Features
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

Resolution16
Sensor Size1/3.1"
Aperturef/2.1
AF/OIS
Secondary Front Cam
Front Flash
Video1080p@30fps
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face Unlock2D

Audio

Loudspeakers
3.5mm Jack
Hi-Res Audio
Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos
Microphones2
Bluetooth CodecsAAC, aptX, LDAC
DAC/AmpBuilt-in DAC

Connectivity

Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band
Wi-Fi FeaturesWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band
Bluetooth5.2
NFC
IR Blaster
UWBN/A
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
Dual-Band GNSS
FM Radio
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
Display Out
eSIM Capacity

Sensors

Fingerprint SensorFingerprint (Side-Mounted)
3D Face IDN/A
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Magnetometer
Proximity Sensor
Ambient Light
Barometer
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall Sensor
Color Temp Sensor
Health SensorsN/A
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)5000
Type5000 mAh
Removable
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging30
Wired StandardUSB Power Delivery
0-50% Time (mins)25 min
Full Charge Time75 min
Wireless ChargingN/A
Wireless StandardN/A
Reverse WirelessN/A
Reverse Wired
Charger in Box30
Battery Health FeaturesBattery Care

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 11, upgradable to Android 12, Realme UI 3.0
Update Window2 years
UI Skin / LauncherRealme UI
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game Mode
Privacy FeaturesApp locker, Private Safe
AccessibilityTalkBack, Magnification
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box ContentsPhone, Charger, Cable, SIM tool, Case, Manual
Recycled Materials (%)N/A
Repairability ScoreN/A
WarrantyN/A

Reviews & Ratings

4.6

186 ratings

5 star
120
4 star
45
3 star
11
2 star
5
1 star
5

Showing 3 of 186 reviews

A

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.

B

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.

C

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!

Review

Realme 9 5G Speed Review: Solid Performance for the Price

7.1/10
Very Good

Our comprehensive review of the Realme 9 5G Speed covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

(3.6 stars)
Pros
  • + Smooth 120Hz+ display
Cons
  • - Camera performance is average
  • - No wireless charging

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