In this post, we will be comparing Realme 7 and Redmi Note 9 Pro. This is to show you which one should you buy if you want a Mid-Ranger. In this post we will be comparing, every single possible detail. Let’s have a quick review and get into detailed information which might help you decide which one is worth the price.
Key Specification
| Realme 7 | Redmi Note 9 Pro | |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G95 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G |
| Display | 6.5 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Memory | 6/8 GB | 4/6 GB |
| Camera | 64+8+2+2 MP | 64+8+5+2 MP |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Side | Right Side |
Design
| Realme 7 | Redmi Note 9 Pro | |
| Dimensions | 162.3 x 75.4 x 9.4 mm | 165.5 x 76.7 x 8.8 mm |
| Weight | 196.5 grams | 209 grams |
| Screen Size | 6.5 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Color | Mist Blue, Mist White | Aurora Blue, Glacier White, Interstellar Black |
| Display Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
Let’s get started with the design first, the Redmi Note 9 Pro has a clear advantage with its a glassy flashback. It’s also thinner than the Realme 7. Even though Realme has a plastic back, it has several advantages. First of all, is the matte back texture which is not a Fingerprint magnet. Second, it’s lighter and smaller which makes it very handy for use and easy to hold. The dimensions of the display in Realme 7 is 162.3 X 75.4 X 9.4 mm and in Redmi Note 9 Pro its, 165.8 X 76.7 X 8.8 mm. Realme weighs 196.5 Gram and Redmi weighs 209 Gram. So looking at the design, Redmi Note 9 Pro has a premium design and is also slimmer.
Performance
| Realme 7 | Redmi Note 9 Pro Max | |
| Processor | Octa-core (2×2.05 GHz | Octa-core (2×2.3 GHz) |
| GPU | Mali-G76 MC4 | Adreno A618 @750MHz GPU |
| RAM | 6/8 GB | 4 GB |
| Internal storage | 64/128 GB | 64 GB |
| Storage expansion | Up to 256 GB | Yes Up to 512 GB |
| OS | Android Pie 10 | MIUI 11 |
Let’s now compare the displays. We have 6.5-inch IPS LCD Display on Realme 7 and 6.67-inch IPS LCD display on Redmi Note 9 Pro. We have 90 Hz of refresh rate with Gorilla Glass 3 in Realme and 60 Hz with Gorilla Glass 5 on Redmi. 90Hz display is one of those big advantages which Realme has because we can see a difference while using them alternatively. The display is pretty the same in terms of brightness and quality and there’s a difference in color but both of them are on Par. Realme 7 though feels a bit fluid when scrolling through menus.
As far as performance is concerned. On one side we have MEDIATEK HELIO G95 processor in Realme 7 and Snapdragon 720G in Redmi Note 9 Pro. Realme is available in 6GB and 8GB with 64GB and 128GB RAM variant, whereas Redmi Note 9 Pro is available in 4GB and 6GB with 64GB and 128GB variant. Both of these have a very different chipset and software details. But when it comes to performance, both of them are really very close. Realme has a 12nm chipset and Redmi Note 9 Pro has an 8nm chipset.
Camera
| Realme 7 | Redmi Note 9 Pro | |
| Rear | 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide) 8 MP, f/2.3, 16mm (ultrawide) 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth) | 64 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide) 8 MP, f/2.2, 119˚ (ultrawide) 5 MP, f/2.4, (macro) 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth) |
| Front | 32 MP | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide) |
| Video recording | 3840×2160 @ 30 fps, 1920×1080 @ 30 fps, 1280×720 @ 240 fps | 4K@30fps, 3080p@30/60/120fps, 720p@960fps |
Next up is the camera comparison which is something you guys might be waiting for. This can surely give you a reason to choose which one is better. We have a main Primary camera of 64 Megapixel paired with an F-1.8 lens and Sony IMX sensor, we also have 2 MP Macro camera with an F-2.4 lens. We also have 8MP Ultra Wide camera Paired with an F-2.3 lens in Realme 7. Talking about Redmi Note 9 Pro, we have 48 MP paired with an F-1.9 lens and Samsung ISOCELL GM2 Sensor. Here also we have an 8 MP Paired with an F-2.2 lens for Ultra-wide camera. We also have 5 MP paired with an F-2.4 lens for the Macro camera and last but not the least, 2MP paired with an F-2.4 lens depth sensor. Most Probably in the terms of camera, Realme 7 is a better phone. It gives a lot better results with better details in every possible way. As of the front camera, Both have 16 MP, Realme paired with F-2.1 lens and Redmi Paired with F-2.5 Lens. As for selfies, Note 9 Pro does here a better job. It gives better exposure every time.
Multimedia
| Realme 7 | Redmi Note 9 Pro | |
| Headphone jack | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
| FM Redio | FM radio | FM radio |
Heading over to speakers, both of them are pretty good and worth the price. But Realme 7 is just a bit louder.
Battery Life
| Realme 7 | Redmi Note 9 Pro | |
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5020 mAh |
| Type | Li-ion | Li-ion |
| Quick Charging | Fast charging 30W | Fast charging 30W |
| Use Can Replacement | No | No |
Talking about the battery and charging, we have a 5000 mAh battery with 30 WATT Dart charger in Realme 7 and 5020 mAh battery and 18 WATT fast charger in Redmi Note 9 Pro. Both phones have a great battery performance the Note 9 Pro might do a little better. Realme’s charger fully charges the phone from 0 to 100% just in 57 minutes whereas Redmi takes 2 Hours and 15 mins to get it fully charged.
Connectivity
| Realme 7 | Redmi Note 9 Pro | |
| SIM | Dual SIM | Dual SIM, with Hybrid SIM |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE | Yes v5.0 |
| Wifi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| GPS | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass | Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor |
Which is better!
Both of these phones are good with great battery life, liable performance. Still, it’s pretty clear that Realme 7 has so much more and big advantages over Redmi Note 9 Pro. We have 90Hz refresh rate, Charging speed is way faster also the camera works a lot better. Redmi though has a good design and also does many things in a better way. But Realme 7 is the best choice because it wins in the bigger factors.
