iPhone XS vs Xiaomi Redmi 9
Short Description
iPhone XS
Screen size: 5.8" / Resolution: 1125 x 2436 px / Main camera: 12 MP & 12 MP / Front camera: 7MP / RAM: 4GB / Battery power: 2658 mAh / Internal storage: 64GB, 256GB, 512GB / SIM cards: 1 SIM, 1 eSIM
Xiaomi Redmi 9
Screen size: 6.53" / Resolution: 1080 x 2340 px / Main camera: 13 MP & 8 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP / Front camera: 8MP / RAM: 3GB, 4GB, 6GB / Battery power: 5020 mAh / Internal storage: 32GB, 64GB, 128GB / SIM cards: 2 SIM
Key Differences
iPhone XS
Xiaomi Redmi 9
Why is iPhone XS better than Xiaomi Redmi 9?
Faster CPU speed: 2 x 2.5 GHz & 4 x 1.6 GHz vs 2 x 2 GHz & 6 x 1.8 GHz
AnTuTu score is about 178% higher
More internal storage: 64GB, 256GB, 512GB vs 32GB, 64GB, 128GB
Better display resolution: 1125 x 2436 px vs 1080 x 2340 px
Lighter: 177 g (6.24 ounces) vs 198 g (6.98 ounces)
Narrower: 70.9 mm (2.79 inches) vs 77.01 mm (3.03 inches)
Shorter: 143.6 mm (5.65 inches) vs 163.32 mm (6.43 inches)
iPhone XS
Xiaomi Redmi 9
Why is Xiaomi Redmi 9 better than iPhone XS?
Bigger battery capacity: 5020 mAh vs 2658 mAh
More RAM memory capacity: 3GB, 4GB, 6GB vs 4GB
More megapixels main camera: 13 MP & 8 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP vs 12 MP & 12 MP
More megapixels front camera: 8MP vs 7MP
Has a larger display diagonal: 6.53" vs 5.8"
More color options: Carbon Gray, Sunset Purple, Ocean Green, Pink/Blue vs Space Gray, Silver, Gold
The phone is 1 year and 7 months newer
Phone is about 50% cheaper
Size Comparison
iPhone XS
Xiaomi Redmi 9
Height
143.6 mm
(5.65 inches)
Width
70.9 mm
(2.79 inches)
Thickness
7.7 mm
(0.3 inches)
Screen size
5.8"
Weight
177 g
(6.24 ounces)
5.8"
6.53"
Height
163.32 mm
(6.43 inches)
Width
77.01 mm
(3.03 inches)
Thickness
9.1 mm
(0.36 inches)
Screen size
6.53"
Weight
198 g
(6.98 ounces)
Height
143.6 mm
(5.65 inches)
Width
70.9 mm
(2.79 inches)
Thickness
7.7 mm
(0.3 inches)
Screen size
5.8"
Weight
177 g
(6.24 ounces)
Height
163.32 mm
(6.43 inches)
Width
77.01 mm
(3.03 inches)
Thickness
9.1 mm
(0.36 inches)
Screen size
6.53"
Weight
198 g
(6.98 ounces)
3D comparison
iPhone XS
Xiaomi Redmi 9
iPhone XS
Xiaomi Redmi 9
Expert Score
Score 4.3
Score 3.5
iPhone XS
Xiaomi Redmi 9
iPhone XS
Xiaomi Redmi 9
Score 4.3
Score 3.5
Tech Advisor
iPhone XS
Xiaomi Redmi 9
Smartprix
iPhone XS
Xiaomi Redmi 9
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iPhone XS
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Benchmarks
AnTuTu Score
iPhone XS
738,192 +178.36%
Xiaomi Redmi 9
265,196
The score reflects a device's overall performance by summing up results from tests of RAM speed, CPU, and 2D/3D graphics.
CPU
iPhone XS
207,549 +123.8%
Xiaomi Redmi 9
92,739
Measures the performance of a device's processor, focusing on tasks such as computing power and multi-core efficiency.
GPU
iPhone XS
203,822 +432.9%
Xiaomi Redmi 9
38,248
Measures the graphical performance of a device's GPU, evaluating its ability to handle graphics-intensive tasks such as gaming and rendering.
Memory
iPhone XS
121,678 +100.7%
Xiaomi Redmi 9
60,628
Measures the performance of a device's memory (RAM), measuring its speed and efficiency in handling multitasking and data-intensive applications.
UX
iPhone XS
205,143 +178.8%
Xiaomi Redmi 9
73,581
Measures the overall user experience performance of a device, including factors like system responsiveness, touch sensitivity, and app launching speed.
3DMark Wild Life benchmark
iPhone XS
5,698 +758.13%
Xiaomi Redmi 9
664
Is a cross-platform benchmark designed to test the graphical performance of devices under high GPU load.
3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
iPhone XS
6,048 +810.84%
Xiaomi Redmi 9
664
Is a cross-platform graphical benchmark that tests a device's performance while eliminating the impact of screen resolution for more objective platform comparisons.
3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
iPhone XS
1,446 +745.61%
Xiaomi Redmi 9
171
Is a cross-platform graphical benchmark that tests a device's performance under higher workloads with more detailed visuals, designed for powerful GPUs.
Geekbench 5 · Multi-Core
iPhone XS
2,476 +92.09%
Xiaomi Redmi 9
1,289
Measures the aggregate performance of all processor cores in a device, simulating tasks optimized for multi-threaded processing in Geekbench 5.
Geekbench 5 · Single-Core
iPhone XS
1,108 +211.24%
Xiaomi Redmi 9
356
Measures the performance of a single processor core in a device, evaluating its efficiency in handling single-threaded tasks in Geekbench 5.
Battery Performance
iPhone XS
Xiaomi Redmi 9
Battery Life
Charging timePrice Comparison
iPhone XS
Xiaomi Redmi 9
Price in Europe From € 207
From € 104
Price in USA -
From $ 140
Price in India -
From ₹ 6,159
About Products
iPhone XS
The Apple iPhone XS offers a premium experience with its 5.8-inch Super Retina OLED display, providing vibrant colors and deep blacks, perfect for watching videos and browsing. Powered by the A12 Bionic chip, it delivers fast performance and smooth multitasking, ideal for gaming, apps, and daily use.
The 12MP dual-camera system captures sharp photos, supports Smart HDR, and records 4K video, while the 7MP front camera ensures excellent selfies and FaceTime quality. Face ID provides secure unlocking, and the sleek glass design supports wireless charging. With water and dust resistance, the iPhone XS combines power, style, and durability in a compact form.
Xiaomi Redmi 9
The Xiaomi Redmi 9 is a feature-rich smartphone that delivers excellent value for its price. It comes with a 6.53-inch FHD+ display, offering vibrant colors and clear visuals for an immersive viewing experience. Powered by the MediaTek Helio G80 processor, it handles multitasking and everyday apps smoothly.
The phone features a quad-camera setup with a 13MP main lens, 8MP ultra-wide, 5MP macro, and 2MP depth sensor, perfect for capturing a variety of shots. Its 5020mAh battery ensures all-day usage, and 18W fast charging support means you can power up quickly. With its sleek design and solid performance, the Redmi 9 is an excellent choice for those looking for a reliable and affordable smartphone.
Technical Specifications
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Specs
iPhone XS
Xiaomi Redmi 9
Design
Weight
177 g (6.24 ounces)
198 g (6.98 ounces)
Thickness
7.7 mm (0.3 inches)
9.1 mm (0.36 inches)
Width
70.9 mm (2.79 inches)
77.01 mm (3.03 inches)
Height
143.6 mm (5.65 inches)
163.32 mm (6.43 inches)
Is weather-sealed (splashproof)
✔
-
Ingress Protection (IP) rating
IP68
-
Waterproof depth rating
2 m
-
Volume
78.4 cm³
114.45 cm³
Is dustproof and water-resistant
✔
-
Color options
Space Gray, Silver, Gold
Carbon Gray, Sunset Purple, Ocean Green, Pink/Blue
Lowest potential operating temperature
0 °C
-
Maximum operating temperature
35 °C
-
French Repairability Index
4.7
7.1
Display
Screen size
5.8"
6.53"
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
IPS, LCD
Pixel density
458 ppi
395 ppi
Resolution
1125 x 2436 px
1080 x 2340 px
Refresh rate
60Hz
60Hz
Brightness (typical)
625 nits
400 nits
Has branded damage-resistant glass
✔
✔
Gorilla Glass version
-
Gorilla Glass 3
Supports HDR10
✔
-
Supports Dolby Vision
✔
-
Contrast ratio
1000000:1
1500:1
Has a touch screen
✔
✔
Performance
Internal storage
64GB, 256GB, 512GB
32GB, 64GB, 128GB
RAM
4GB
3GB, 4GB, 6GB
Android version
-
Android 10
CPU speed
2 x 2.5 GHz & 4 x 1.6 GHz
2 x 2 GHz & 6 x 1.8 GHz
Has integrated LTE
✔
✔
RAM speed
2133 MHz
1800 MHz
Semiconductor size
7 nm
12 nm
Supports 64-bit
✔
✔
DirectX version
-
DirectX 12
Has integrated graphics
✔
✔
OpenGL version
-
3.2
OpenGL ES version
-
3.2
Uses big.LITTLE technology
✔
✔
CPU threads
6 threads
8 threads
Has TrustZone
✔
✔
Maximum memory bandwidth
34.1 GB/s
13.41 GB/s
OpenCL version
-
2
L2 cache
8 MB
0.3 MB
EMMC version
-
5.1
DDR memory version
4
4
Maximum memory amount
-
8GB
L3 cache
-
1 MB
GPU execution units
-
2
Thermal Design Power (TDP)
-
5W
Shading units
-
32
Release date
2018
-
Has NX bit
✔
-
L1 cache
128 KB
-
Number of transistors
6900 million
5500 million
Memory channels
-
2
Turbo clock speed
2.49GHz
2GHz
GPU turbo
-
950 MHz
Has an external memory slot
-
✔
Maximum amount of external memory supported
-
512GB
Cameras
Main camera
12 MP & 12 MP
13 MP & 8 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP
Front camera
7MP
8MP
Has built-in optical image stabilization
✔
-
Video recording (main camera)
2160 x 60 fps
1080 x 30 fps
Wide aperture (main camera)
f/2.4 & f/1.8
f/2.2 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
Has a dual-tone LED flash
✔
-
Has a BSI sensor
✔
✔
Has continuous autofocus when recording movies
✔
-
Has phase-detection autofocus for photos
✔
✔
Supports slow-motion video recording
✔
✔
Has a built-in HDR mode
✔
✔
Has a flash
✔
✔
Has manual exposure
✔
-
Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera
✔
✔
Optical zoom
2x
0x
Number of flash LEDs
2
1
Has a CMOS sensor
✔
✔
Has manual ISO
✔
✔
Has a serial shot mode
✔
✔
Has manual focus
✔
✔
Has a front camera
✔
✔
Has manual white balance
✔
✔
Has touch autofocus
✔
✔
Can create panoramas in-camera
✔
✔
Wide aperture (front camera)
f/2.2
f/2.0
Has timelapse function
✔
✔
Pixel size (main camera)
1.4 µm & 1 µm
-
Operating system
Has theme customization
-
✔
Has dark mode
-
✔
Has Wi-Fi password sharing
✔
-
Has battery health check
✔
-
Has focus modes
-
✔
Can offload apps
✔
-
Has customizable notifications
✔
✔
Has scrolling screenshots
✔
-
Supports split screen
-
✔
Supports instant markup
✔
✔
Supports PiP and PaP
-
✔
Has sharing intents
✔
✔
Has a child lock
✔
✔
Is free and open source
-
✔
Tracks the current position of a mobile device
✔
✔
Is a multi-user system
-
✔
Can block app tracking
✔
-
Blocks cross-site tracking
✔
-
Gets direct OS updates
✔
-
Has AirPlay
✔
-
Has Quick Start
✔
-
The browser has word wrap
✔
✔
Has voice commands
✔
✔
Supports widgets
-
✔
Has offline voice recognition
-
✔
More languages supported
56
125
Battery
Battery power
2658 mAh
5020 mAh
Has wireless charging
✔
-
Supports fast charging
✔
✔
Charging speed
-
18W
Has a battery level indicator
✔
✔
Has a rechargeable battery
✔
✔
Audio
Has stereo speakers
✔
-
Number of microphones
3
2
Has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
-
✔
Has a radio
-
✔
Features
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Download speed
1024 MBits/s
300 MBits/s
Upload speed
150 MBits/s
100 MBits/s
Has USB Type-C
-
✔
USB version
2
2
Has NFC
✔
✔
SIM cards
1 SIM, 1 eSIM
2 SIM
Has a fingerprint scanner
-
✔
Bluetooth version
5
5
Has a gyroscope
✔
✔
Has GPS
✔
✔
Has a compass
✔
✔
Supports Wi-Fi
✔
✔
Has a cellular module
✔
✔
Has a barometer
✔
-
Supports Galileo
✔
-
Has an infrared sensor
✔
✔
Has an accelerometer
✔
✔
Uses 3D facial recognition
✔
-
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