Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer vs Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro
The Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer leads — 54/100 vs 46/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3300); the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer is noticeably lighter (173g vs 191g).
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro
- Lighter: 173g vs 191g
- Better display (83/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 56/100)
- Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3300 mAh
- Longer battery life (24/100 vs 22/100)
Comparing the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer vs the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer scores 8 points higher (54/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (83/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro and the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer are nearly equal (24/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (79/100 vs 56/100).
| Specification | Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer | Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 3300 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 20W | 0W | |
| Main camera | — | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie); MIUI 10 | Android 9 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×74.7×7.6 mm | 156.7×74.3×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 173 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $400 |
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
- Main: —
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 20W
Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- No wireless charging
We compared Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer and Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (83/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro and the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer are nearly equal (24/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (79/100 vs 56/100).
Which is better: the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer or the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro?
The Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer edges out the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer and the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro?
The Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro — 46/100.
Should you choose the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer over the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro?
The Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro is a better fit for everyday use.