Redmi 9 Activ vs Poco M7 5G
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Beebom Score
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Beebom Score
Key Specifications
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G35 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.53", LCD, 60 Hz | 6.88", IPS LCD, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 13MP+2MP/5MP | 50MP+MP/8MP | ||
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5160 mAh | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 6 GB | ||
| Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G35 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | ||
| Display | 6.53", LCD, 60 Hz | 6.88", IPS LCD, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 13MP+2MP/5MP | 50MP+MP/8MP | ||
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5160 mAh | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 6 GB | ||
| Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Design, Battery and Build Quality | Overall Best Pick | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Design, Battery and Build Quality | Overall Best Pick |
General
| Colors | Carbon Black, Coral Green, Metallic Purple | Satin Black, Mint Green, Ocean Blue | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | September 24, 2021 | March 03, 2025 | ||
| Availability | September 24, 2021 | March 07, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹6,999 | ₹9,999 | ||
| Colors | Carbon Black, Coral Green, Metallic Purple | Satin Black, Mint Green, Ocean Blue | ||
| Launch | September 24, 2021 | March 03, 2025 | ||
| Availability | September 24, 2021 | March 07, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹6,999 | ₹9,999 |
Display
Winner:Poco M7 5G
| Type | LCD | IPS LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.53 inches | 6.88 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 720 pixels | 720 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 1600 pixels | 1600 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 269 ppi | 395 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | HD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 400 nits | 600 nits | ||
| Type | LCD | IPS LCD | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.53 inches | 6.88 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 720 pixels | 720 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 1600 pixels | 1600 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 269 ppi | 395 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | HD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 400 nits | 600 nits |
Body
Winner:Tie
| Weight | 194 grams | 205.39 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | No Protection | No Protection | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | microUSB 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | Water-Repellent Coating | IP52 (Dust and Splash Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Loudspeaker | Stereo Speakers | ||
| Weight | 194 grams | 205.39 grams | ||
| Front | No Protection | No Protection | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | microUSB 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | Water-Repellent Coating | IP52 (Dust and Splash Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Loudspeaker | Stereo Speakers |
Processor
Winner:Poco M7 5G
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | Qualcomm | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Helio G35 | Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | PowerVR GE8320 | Adreno 613 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | Redmi MIUI | Xiaomi HyperOS | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 1 year | 2 year | ||
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | Qualcomm | ||
| Chipset Name | Helio G35 | Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | PowerVR GE8320 | Adreno 613 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | Redmi MIUI | Xiaomi HyperOS | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 1 year | 2 year |
Main Camera
Winner:Poco M7 5G
| Camera Resolution | 13 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 2 Type | Depth | Auxiliary | ||
| Features | HDR, LED Flash | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | No Stabilization | ||
| Video | ||||
| Camera Resolution | 13 MP | 50 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 2 Type | Depth | Auxiliary | ||
| Features | HDR, LED Flash | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | No Stabilization | ||
| Video |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Poco M7 5G
| Front Camera Resolution | 5 MP | 8 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide | ||
| Features | HDR | Face Unlock, Fixed Focus | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080@30fps | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 5 MP | 8 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide | ||
| Features | HDR | Face Unlock, Fixed Focus | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080@30fps |
Battery
Winner:Tie
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5160 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 10 w | 18 w | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5160 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 10 w | 18 w |
Memory
Winner:Poco M7 5G
| Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | eMMC 5.1 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 6 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X | ||
| Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Storage type | eMMC 5.1 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 6 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE | ||
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
Winner:Poco M7 5G
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GLONASS, GPS | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | ||
| NFC | No | No | ||
| Radio | FM Radio | FM Radio (recording) | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GLONASS, GPS | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | ||
| NFC | No | No | ||
| Radio | FM Radio | FM Radio (recording) |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Rear Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | ||
| AI Features | ||||
| Fingerprint Scanner | Rear Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | ||
| AI Features |
