Realme C11 vs Redmi 9A: What is the Difference.
Since the release of Realme C11, in 2020 we now have two best entry phones under 11k in Kenya, Redmi 9A having dominated our best entry since it was released. Which one should you buy? After comparing Realme C11 vs Redmi 9A, the choice comes down to two factors.
- Performance Power and
- Slightly Better Camera over
- Brand Loyalty
In design and build, both phones are sleek and have this textured look and feel. They definitely look way better than the competition in the same price range.
In terms of features, both phones have the same specs except for the Camera and Processor chipset. Their prices also change depending on where you shop and prevailing circumstances.
Now to the buying deciding factors. The C11 comes with a superior MediaTek Helio G35 (12 nm) chipset compared to Redmi 9As MediaTek Helio G25 (12 nm). This means it can handle multitasking and heavy-duty tasks better than the Redmi 9A.
Here is a complete comparison of the two processor chipset: Helio G35 vs Helio G25
The Redmi 9A has a single 13MP main camera and 5MP selfie Camera while Realme C11 has Dual Cameras. You get a 13MP main + 2MP Depth sensor and a 5MP selfie camera same as Redmi 9A. This means the Reame C11 takes a good close up pictures than Redmi 9A.
That sums up the difference between Realme C11 vs Redmi 9A.
Realme C11 vs Redmi 9A Full Comparison Summary
Features |
Realme C11 Specifications |
Redmi 9A Specifications |
Redmi 9A Price in Kenya | Ksh.12,500 for 2GB Ram 32GB Internal Storage | Ksh.11,500 for 2GB Ram 32GB Internal Storage |
Body | Dimensions: 164.4 x 75.9 x 9.1 mm
Weight: 196g Build: Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame. Others: |
Dimensions: 164.9 x 77.1 x 9 mm
Weight: 196g Build: Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame. Others: |
Display | Type: IPS LCD
Size: 6.53 inches, 102.7 cm2 (~81.9% screen-to-body ratio) Resolution: 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density) Protection: n/a |
Type: IPS LCD, 400 nits
Size: 6.53 inches, 102.9 cm2 (~81.0% screen-to-body ratio) Resolution: 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density) Protection: n/a |
Platform | OS: Android 10, realme UI 1.0
Chipset: MediaTek Helio G35 (12 nm) |
OS: Android 10, MIUI 12
Chipset: MediaTek Helio G25 (12 nm) |
Memory | Internal: 2GB RAM, 32GB Internal Storage | Internal: 2GB RAM, 32GB Internal Storage |
Main Camera | Modules: 13MP + 2MP Depth.
Features: LED flash, HDR Video: 1080p@30fps |
Modules: 13MP Wide.
Features: LED flash, HDR Video: 1080p@30/60fps |
Selfie Camera | Modules: 5MP
Features: LED Flash HDR Video: 1080p@30fps |
Modules: 5MP
Features: LED Flash HDR Video: 1080p@30/60fps |
Battery | Type: Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable
Charging: Fast charging 10W |
Type: Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable
Charging: Fast charging 10W |
Others | Sensors: Accelerometer, proximity | Sensors: Accelerometer, proximity |