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Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 (64GB Global) vs Samsung Galaxy Golden (GT-i9235)

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

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Compare Samsung Galaxy Golden X Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 (64GB Global) 25Points
6.53"
IPS

1080x2340

48
MP

13mp

3GB
RAM

Octa-core

5020
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
05Points Samsung Galaxy Golden (GT-i9235) Compare Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 X
3.7"
AMOLED

480x800

8
MP

2mp

1.5GB
RAM

Dual-core

1820
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 (64GB Global)

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!

Redmi Note 9 (64GB Global)} 25 Advantages Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 (64GB Global) vs Galaxy Golden (GT-i9235)} 5 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Golden (GT-i9235)
+2GHz 64bit Octa-core (12nm)105%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs1.7GHz 32bit Dual-core
+3GB LPDDR4X100%
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs1.5GB LPDDR2
+64GB (50GB available)3 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs16GB (12GB available)
+eMMC 5.1Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
vseMMC 4.5
+Until 512GB microSD, microSDXC7 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsUntil 64GB microSD, microSDXC
+8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)78%
Thinner
vs15.8 millimeters (0.62 inches)
+1080x2340 pixels6 times
Higher resolution screen
vs480x800 pixels
+395 PPI57%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs252 PPI
+6.53"76%
Larger screen
vs3.7"
+(quad camera) 48MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP7 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 8MP
+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
vsNot supported
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsHDR photo only main camera
+(front) 13MP6 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 2MP
+(front) Full HD (1920x1080)125%
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
vs(front) HD (1280x720)
+Android 11Advantage
Android 11 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 4.2.2 Jelly Bean
+(4G LTE-A) 300 Mbps2 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(4G LTE) 100 Mbps
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+5020 mAh176%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs1820 mAh
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
vs802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4]
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs4.0 + A2DP
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsMicroUSB 2.0
+Gorilla Glass 5Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
vsNot supported
+Water repellent nano-coating (don't immerse)Advantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example
vsNot supported
199 grams (6.97 ounces)vs+179 grams (6.27 ounces)11%
Lighter
TFT IPS LCDvs+Super AMOLEDAdvantage
Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
Not supportedvs+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)vs+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.

24 Common items in both devices
16 million
LED flash
Only digital zoom
PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus
EIS: Digital stabilization
Full HD (1920x1080)
4G LTE-A / 4G LTE
+17 specs and more in the table below

Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.

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📱 Model features

Redmi Note 9 (64GB Global)Galaxy Golden (GT-i9235)
ModelRedmi Note 9 (64GB Global)Galaxy Golden (GT-i9235)
Other model namesMi Redmi Note 9 M2003J15SG Global version (NFC)Samsung i9235 Galaxy Golden (4G LTE)
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
Hong Kong
Hong Kong
BrandXiaomiSamsung
Release date5/12/2020, Announced: 4/30/20209/1/2013
Depth8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)15.8 millimeters (0.62 inches)
Size (width x height)77.2 x 162.3 millimeters (3.04 x 6.39 in)59.5 x 118 millimeters (2.34 x 4.65 in)
Weight199 grams (6.97 ounces)179 grams (6.27 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontfeature not registered
Protection against water and othersWater repellent nano-coating (don't immerse)Not supported

📲 Display

Redmi Note 9 (64GB Global)Galaxy Golden (GT-i9235)
Display typeTFT IPS LCDSuper AMOLED
Screen size6.53" inches3.7" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~83.5% (screen-to-body ratio)~55.5% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2340 pixels (19.5:9)480x800 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)395 PPI252 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass 5Not supported
Refresh rate60Hzfeature not registered
Display features450nits[typ]feature not registered

🤖 Operating System

Redmi Note 9 (64GB Global)Galaxy Golden (GT-i9235)
System versionAndroid 10Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean
Firmware updateAndroid 11feature not registered
User InterfaceMIUI 11 / 12feature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Redmi Note 9 (64GB Global)Galaxy Golden (GT-i9235)
Chipset64bit: MediaTek Helio G85 (12nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8930AB (28nm)
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
2x 2GHz ARM-Cortex-A75 (Dual-core)
6x 1.8GHz ARM-Cortex-A55 (Hexa-core)
Dual-core, 1 processor:
2x 1.7GHz Krait 300 (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controllerARM Mali-G52 MC2 (1GHz)Qualcomm Adreno 305
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 200451 (v8)
Geekbench: 1292 (v5.1)
feature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Redmi Note 9 (64GB Global)Galaxy Golden (GT-i9235)
RAM memory3GB LPDDR4X1.5GB LPDDR2
Internal storage64GB (50GB available)
eMMC 5.1
16GB (12GB available)
eMMC 4.5
External storageUntil 512GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)
Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Redmi Note 9 (64GB Global)Galaxy Golden (GT-i9235)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
Not supported
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload300/150 Mbps100/50 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat7 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
LTE Cat3 (Bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 20)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100Not supported
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat7 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-ANot supported

📷 Camera

Redmi Note 9 (64GB Global)Galaxy Golden (GT-i9235)
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
8 megapixels
Main camera resolution8000x6000 pixels3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.8 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal length26mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/2" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size0.8µm pixelfeature not registered
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo on both camerasHDR photo only main camera
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Redmi Note 9 (64GB Global)Galaxy Golden (GT-i9235)
Front camera (secondary)13 megapixels2 megapixels
Front camera resolution4128x3096 pixels1600x1200 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)HD (1280x720)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.3 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal length29mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/3.06" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1.12µm pixelfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Redmi Note 9 (64GB Global)Galaxy Golden (GT-i9235)
LoudspeakerMono sound (not stereo)Supported
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioFMFM (RDS)
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, DivX, XviD, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, AC3, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Redmi Note 9 (64GB Global)Galaxy Golden (GT-i9235)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoMicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)Micro-B USB MHL
Bluetooth5.0 + A2DP/LE4.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz)
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDouA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portSupportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Redmi Note 9 (64GB Global)Galaxy Golden (GT-i9235)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Redmi Note 9 (64GB Global)Galaxy Golden (GT-i9235)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity5020 mAh1820 mAh
Charger, watts18W Wired fast charging
9W Reverse charging by cable
Wired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedfeature not registered
Talk time autonomy33 hours (1.4 days)feature not registered
Standbyfeature not registeredfeature not registered

➕ Other features

Redmi Note 9 (64GB Global)Galaxy Golden (GT-i9235)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Forest Green, Midnight Grey, Polar White
• 22.5W charger (18W phone support)
• Colors: Black on gold
• Samsung TouchWiz
• WiFi hotspot
• Secondary external 3.5 inches Super AMOLED 16M display 480x800
• Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

Redmi Note 9 (64GB Global)Galaxy Golden (GT-i9235)
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
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