Here is another specs comparison between two newly released smartphones – the Xiaomi Mi 9T and the Huawei Y9 Prime 2019.
Although not priced the same, being the Huawei Y9 Prime is the more affordable among the two, both have motorized pop up selfie cameras. Since this is the new trend nowadays with midrange smartphones this year, we would like to help you choose which is the better smartphone that will match your needs and lifestyle.
| Xiaomi Mi 9T | Huawei Y9 Prime 2019 | |
| Processor | Octa Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 730 processor | Octa Core HiSilicon Kirin 710F processor |
| Graphics | Adreno 618 | Mali G51 MP4 |
| RAM | 6GB | 4GB |
| Memory | 64/128GB internal memory no expandable storage | 128GB of internal storage expandable via microSD up to 1TB |
| Display | 6.39-inch Full HD AMOLED display (2340 x 1080 pixels) Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | 6.59-inch Full HD LTPS IPS LCD display (2340 x 1080 pixels) |
| Rear Camera | 48MP Sony IMX582 f/1.8 13MP f.2.4 ultrawide 8MP f/2.4 telephoto with 2x optical zoom | 16 MP, f/1.8, PDAF 8 MP (ultrawide) 2 MP, f/2.4, depth sensor |
| Front Camera | 20MP f/2.0 motorized pop up | 16MP f/2.0 motorized pop up |
| Connectivity | Dual SIM, Dual Standby 4G/LTE, WiFi, Bluetooth, NFC | Dual SIM, Dual Standby 4G/LTE, WiFi, Bluetooth |
| Sensors | Fingerprint scanner (under display) accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint scanner accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Location Services | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Battery | 4,000 mAh battery with 18W fast charge | 4,000 mAh battery |
| Software | Android 9.0 Pie with MIUI 10 | Android 9.0 Pie with EMUI 9.0 |
| Price | Php 15,990 (64GB) Php 17,990 (128GB) | Php 12,990 |
Reasons to buy the Xiaomi Mi 9T
- AMOLED is still better than IPS display.
- More RAM, much better especially for gaming
- More internal memory – 128GB version
- The Snapdragon 730 is faster, more powerful and very power efficient
- Selfies are better
- Two versions to choose from
- Fast charging
- Big chance to be updated to Android Q
Related article – Xiaomi Mi 9T Unboxing and First Impressions
Reasons to buy the Huawei Y9 Prime
- It feels more durable and well built
- We love the Emerald Green color here
- Expandable storage
- Surprisingly better rear camera especially in good lighting
- Physical fingerprint scanner unlocks the phone faster.
- EMUI 9 is better and faster to operate and navigate although it is not our favorite skin over Android.
- It is more affordable
Related article – Huawei y9 Prime 2019 Unboxing and First Impressions
FINAL THOUGHTS
We are currently reviewing both phones as of this writing. Overall, the Xiaomi Mi 9T is the better phone. But don’t cross out the Huawei Y9 Prime 2019 just yet. It is cheaper and has its own advantages as well. Whichever phone you will choose, keep in mind the advantage and disadvantage of both phones for you.
Which phone will you pick?
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