Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 (128GB/4GB) vs Samsung SGH-C500

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Side by side comparison between Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 vs Samsung SGH-C500 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

8/4/2020 2:52 PM, updated: 1/19/2023 2:42 AM

Compare Samsung SGH-C500 X Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 (128GB/4GB) 31Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.53"
IPS

1080x2340

48
MP

13mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

5020
mAh

(Non removable)

02Points Samsung SGH-C500 Compare Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

1.77"
TFT

128x160

0.3
MP

N/A

800
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 (128GB/4GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

31 Advantages Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 (128GB/4GB)	vs	2 Advantages Samsung SGH-C500
+128GB (106GB available)54271 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	2MB
+Until 512GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)100% Thinner	vs	17.8 millimeters (0.7 inches)
+TFT IPS LCDAdvantage TFT IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid	vs	TFT LCD
+16 million245 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos	vs	65 thousand
+1080x2340 pixels122 times Higher resolution screen	vs	128x160 pixels
+395 PPI2 times Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	116 PPI
+6.53"3 times Larger screen	vs	1.77"
+(quad camera) 48MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP194 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 0.3MP
+LED flashAdvantage The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light	vs	Not supported
+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures	vs	Not supported
+(front) 13MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies	vs	Not supported
+Full HD (1920x1080)Advantage More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	Not supported
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)349999 times More apps available to download and use	vs	10 apps
+4G LTE-AAdvantage The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster	vs	2G GPRS
+(4G LTE-A) 300 Mbps6249 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(2G GPRS) 0.048 Mbps
+Capacitive MultitouchAdvantage The touch screen facilitates the use of the device	vs	Not supported
+Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Face unlock 2D, Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted), Ambient light sensor, Proximity sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+5020 mAh5 times Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	800 mAh
+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video	vs	Not supported
+2 slots (Dual-SIM) (dedicated slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM)
+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores	vs	Not supported
+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general	vs	Not supported
+A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDouAdvantage It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device	vs	Not supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster	vs	Not supported
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster	vs	Not supported
+USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.	vs	Not supported
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	Not supported
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet	vs	WAP
+Gorilla Glass 5Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys	vs	Not supported
+Water repellent nano-coating (don't immerse)Advantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example	vs	Not supported
199 grams (6.97 ounces)	vs	+76 grams (2.66 ounces)162% Lighter
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily

3 Common items in both devices

Only digital zoom

Hands-free calling

Vibrating alert

+ specs and more in the table below

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	Redmi Note 9 (128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C500
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Model	Redmi Note 9 (128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C500
Other model names	Mi Redmi Note 9 CX296VRD, CX296CIN, M2003J15SS/2003J15SC	Samsung C500, SGH-C500L
Country or region available	Brazil, China, India	feature not registered
Brand	Xiaomi	Samsung
Release date	5/12/2020, Announced: 4/30/2020	10/1/2007
Depth	8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)	17.8 millimeters (0.7 inches)
Size (width x height)	77.2 x 162.3 millimeters (3.04 x 6.39 in)	44.5 x 83.4 millimeters (1.75 x 3.28 in)
Weight	199 grams (6.97 ounces)	76 grams (2.66 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	feature not registered
Protection against water and others	Water repellent nano-coating (don't immerse)	Not supported
📲 Display
	Redmi Note 9 (128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C500
Display type	TFT IPS LCD	TFT LCD
Screen size	6.53" inches	1.77" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~83.5% (screen-to-body ratio)	~26.6% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x2340 pixels (19.5:9)	128x160 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Not supported
Pixel density (dot pitch)	395 PPI	116 PPI
Colors	16 million	65 thousand
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass 5	Not supported
Refresh rate	60Hz	feature not registered
Display features	450nits[typ]	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Redmi Note 9 (128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C500
System version	Android 10	Proprietary OS
Firmware update	Android 11	feature not registered
User Interface	MIUI 11 / 12	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Redmi Note 9 (128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C500
Chipset	64bit: MediaTek Helio G85 (12nm)	32bit
CPU	Octa-core, 2 processors: 2x 2GHz ARM-Cortex-A75 (Dual-core) 6x 1.8GHz ARM-Cortex-A55 (Hexa-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: Single-core
GPU graphical controller	ARM Mali-G52 MC2 (1GHz)	feature not registered
Performance (benchmark)	AnTuTu: 200451 (v8) Geekbench: 1292 (v5.1)	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Redmi Note 9 (128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C500
RAM memory	4GB LPDDR4X	feature not registered
Internal storage	128GB (106GB available) eMMC 5.1	2MB
External storage	Until 512GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	Redmi Note 9 (128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C500
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)	Not supported
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	300/150 Mbps	0.048 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	2G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Tri-Band 900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	Not supported
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat7 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A	GPRS
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	LTE Cat7 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Redmi Note 9 (128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C500
Back camera (main camera)	(quad camera) 48 megapixels 8MP ultrawide f/2.213mm1/4"1.12µm118° 2MP macro f/2.41.75µmAF 2MP depth f/2.41/5"1.7µm	0.3 megapixels
Main camera resolution	8000x6000 pixels	640x480 pixels
Video recording (primary)	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps	Not supported
Flash	LED flash	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/1.8 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	26mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/2" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	0.8µm pixel	feature not registered
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	Not supported
Touch focus	Supported	feature not registered
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	feature not registered
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	feature not registered
BSI sensor	Supported	feature not registered
HDR	HDR photo on both cameras	feature not registered
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Redmi Note 9 (128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C500
Front camera (secondary)	13 megapixels	Not supported
Front camera resolution	4128x3096 pixels	Not supported
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	Not supported
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.3 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	29mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/3.06" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.12µm pixel	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Redmi Note 9 (128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C500
Loudspeaker	Mono sound (not stereo)	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	feature not registered
Radio	FM	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV	feature not registered
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	feature not registered
🔌 Connectivity
	Redmi Note 9 (128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C500
USB	USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go	Not supported
Audio output	3.5mm jack	Not supported
TV output	USB Type-C (reversible)	Not supported
Bluetooth	5.0 + A2DP/LE	Not supported
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	Not supported
DLNA	Not supported	feature not registered
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou	Not supported
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Supported	feature not registered
🧭 Sensors
	Redmi Note 9 (128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C500
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Face unlock 2D Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted) Gyroscope Proximity sensor	Not supported
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Redmi Note 9 (128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C500
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	5020 mAh	800 mAh
Charger, watts	18W Wired fast charging 9W Reverse charging by cable	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	33 hours (1.4 days)	5 hours
Standby	feature not registered	220 hours (9.2 days)
➕ Other features
	Redmi Note 9 (128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C500
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Not supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	WAP
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Forest Green, Midnight Grey, Polar White • 22.5W charger (18W phone support)	• Colors: Black, Red • Phonebook with 1000 entries
☢️ Radiation rate
	Redmi Note 9 (128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C500
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	0.84W/kg (head), 0.9W/kg (body)	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.8W/kg (head), 1.14W/kg (body)	feature not registered