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Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro

Avoid buyingValue Score 40/100
$130
Not US-official; USD-equivalent of global launch pricing (global model has Snapdragon 720G + 30W charging). Now used/refurbished.
$269 at launch

How long will it last?

Our estimate

Supported until May 2023 · Buy-by May 2021

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Apple doesn't publish an end date, but iPhones have a consistent ~3-year update track record — on that basis the Redmi Note 9 Pro should be supported until around May 2023. Buying it today still gets you about -3.1 years of safe use (Apple's written legal minimum is 5 years).

Source: Xiaomi's official policy · last verified 2026-06-13 · how we compute this

Our verdict

A well-rounded 2020 mid-budget phone with a capable 720G chip and 64MP camera, now past its update window.

Pros

  • Snapdragon 720G is efficient and still responsive
  • 64MP camera produces solid daylight shots
  • Big 5020mAh battery with faster 30W charging

Cons

  • Software support has ended
  • Display is still 60Hz LCD
Best for: Bargain hunters wanting balanced performanceBest for: Users who value battery and camera togetherAvoid if: You need ongoing updatesAvoid if: You want a 90Hz or higher display

Full specifications

Display

💡 Bigger numbers = smoother scrolling (Hz) and easier outdoor reading (nits).

Screen6.67-inch IPS LCD, 2400x1080 (FHD+), 60Hz
Performance

💡 The phone's brain — it decides speed today and how well it ages.

ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 720G
RAM6GB
Storage64GB / 128GB
Cameras

💡 Megapixels aren't everything — lens variety matters more day-to-day.

main64MP
ultra-wide8MP
front16MP
Battery & charging

💡 Capacity in mAh — bigger usually means longer between charges.

Battery5,020 mAh
Charging30W wired
Build

💡 Size, weight, and the materials between your phone and the floor.

Dimensions165.8 × 76.7 × 8.8 mm
Weight209 g
MaterialsGorilla Glass 5 front and back, plastic frame
Water resistancesplash-resistant (P2i nano coating, no IP rating)
Software & connectivity

💡 The software it ships with, and how far it can upgrade.

SoftwareAndroid 10 with MIUI 11 at launch
Connectivity4G LTE, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C, 3.5mm jack, NFC, IR blaster
Update policy~2 years of updates (our estimate from Xiaomi's track record — written minimum is 5 years)

Better-value alternatives

Similar price, lower cost per month of safe ownership.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Note 9 Pro global and India versions?

The global Note 9 Pro uses the Snapdragon 720G with 30W charging, while the Indian Note 9 Pro is closer to the global Note 9S; the India Pro Max is the higher-end variant.

Does the Redmi Note 9 Pro still get updates?

No, it has reached the end of its roughly two-year OS and three-year security support window.

Does it support fast charging?

Yes, the global model supports 30W wired fast charging.

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Specs are collected from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers and change often. Support end dates follow each brand's official policy (or, for Apple, its documented historical pattern). Last verified 2026-06-13.