Xiaomi launches its yet another budget device in Nepal and with that, it’s time for Gadgets in Nepal style comparison between the newly launched Redmi 9C and Realme C11. Both these devices have a lot in common between them, even there design is somewhat similar. So, today we will be comparing both of these devices along with there pros and cons. Let’s see which device provides better bang for your buck.
Redmi 9C vs Realme C11
| Redmi 9C | Realme C11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions & Weight | 164.9 x 77 x 9 mm, 196 gm | 164.4 x 75.9 x 9.1 mm, 196 gm |
| Display | 6.53 inches, HD+, IPS LCD Display | 6.5 inches, HD+, IPS LCD Display |
| Processor | Helio G35, Octa-Core at 2.3 GHz (12nm) | Helio G35, Octa-Core at 2.3 GHz (12nm) |
| Memory | 2GB+32GB & 3GB+64GB, eMMC5.1 | 2GB+32GB, eMMC5.1 |
| Software | MIUI 12 on top of Android 10 | realmeUI 1.0 on top of Android 10 |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, 4G LTE | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, 4G LTE |
| Camera | Triple Camera setup (13MP f/2.2+ 2MP macro f/2.4 + 2MP f/2.4 depth) 5MP f/2.2 front Camera | Dual Camera setup (13MP f/2.2 + 2MP f/2.4 depth) 5MP f/2.4 front Camera |
| Battery | 5000mAh, 10W Charging | 5000mAh, 10W Charging |
| Additional Features | Fingerprint Scanner |
Design & Display
As I told you these two devices have many things in common and that starts with there design. In both the devices we get a plastic body and texture back with the cameras inside a square hump with the brandings. Coming to the front we have a 6.53 HD+ inches display on the Redmi 9C with a dot drop notch design.
While on Realme we have a similar 6.5-inch HD+ display. Both the devices have dedicated dual sim slots and a separate slot for micro-SD cards. Even the weight of both devices is exactly the same at 196gm.
Performance & Software
For the performance side, we get MediaTek Helio G35 SoC with PowerVR GE8320 GPU in both of the devices. This is an Octa-core CPU with 4×2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 cores. Here, Redmi 9C has a bit of advantage because it has a 3GB LPDDR4X RAM variant, which will definitely perform better than the 2GB LPDDR4X RAM base variant of both the devices.
As both the devices have the same internal, the performance will many depend on the software optimizations. Here, Realme C11 comes with Android 10 with realmeUI 1.0 on top whereas Redmi 9C runs on MIUI 12 on top of Android 10.
Optics
This is where we see a bit different in both the devices. Here Realme C11 comes with a dual-camera setup at the back with a 13MP f/2.2 primary sensor and a 2MP f/2.4 depth sensor. Whereas the front it has a 5MP f/2.4 selfie shooter. Talking about the Redmi 9C, here we get a Triple Camera setup with 13MP f/2.2 primary shooter, 2MP f/2.4 macro, and a 2MP depth sensor. At the front, Redmi has a 5MP sensor and f/2.2 large aperture that Realme C11.
Both the devices are capable of recording videos up to 1080p at 30fps.
Battery
All this is powered by a 5000mAh battery on both the devices. Here both the devices only support 10W charging via the micro-USB port. It might be a pain to recharge this large battery with just a 10W charger.
Pricing
Price is yet another factor where Redmi 9C wins against the Realme C11. Realme C11 is priced at Rs. 14,990/- for 2GB+32GB variant whereas, the 2GB+32GB variant of Readmi 9C is priced at Rs. 12,999/- and you get a 3GB+64GB variant for Rs. 14,999/-
Pros and Cons
Redmi 9C
Pros
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3GB+64GB variant for similar pricing
- Fingerprint Scanner
- Extra macro lens
- Larger Aperture on the Front-facing camera
Cons
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Only 10W charging
Realme C11
Pros
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Clean UI
Cons
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No 3GB RAM variant
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Only 10W charging
- No fingerprint scanner
So, this was our specs comparison between the two best entry-level devices from Xiaomi and Realme in the Nepali market. What are your thoughts about these devices please, let us know in the comment section below? Also, don’t forget to follow our Facebook page for more coverage on such new devices.
