Huawei P40 lite vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For the average user prioritizing consistent performance and faster charging, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G emerges as the better choice. Its Snapdragon 750G chipset, built on an 8nm process, offers a slight edge in efficiency and 5G capabilities, while the 33W charging significantly reduces downtime compared to the P40 lite’s 40W but slower overall charge time.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Huawei P40 lite | Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - JNY-L21A, JNY-L01A, JNY-L21B | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| 5G bands | - | 1, 3, 41, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat13 400/75 Mbps | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - JNY-L22A, JNY-L02A, JNY-L22B | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2020, February 27. Released 2020, March 02 | 2020, November 26 |
| Status | Discontinued | Available. Released 2020, December 01 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5) |
| Dimensions | 159.2 x 76.3 x 8.7 mm (6.27 x 3.00 x 0.34 in) | 165.4 x 76.8 x 9 mm (6.51 x 3.02 x 0.35 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 183 g (6.46 oz) | 215 g (7.58 oz) |
| - | IP53, dust and splash resistant | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | - | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2310 pixels (~398 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.4 inches, 101.4 cm2 (~83.5% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~84.6% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD, HDR10, 120Hz, 450 nits (typ) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.27 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x1.88 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 570 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 570) |
| Chipset | Kirin 810 (7 nm) | Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750G 5G (8 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G52 MP6 | Adreno 619 |
| OS | Android 10, EMUI 10, no Google Play Services | Android 10, MIUI 12 |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| UFS 2.1 | UFS 2.2 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama |
| Quad | 48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.4, (ultrawide) 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens | 108 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.52", 0.7µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 118˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR | HDR, panorama |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| - | 24-bit/192kHz audio | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE | 5.1, A2DP, LE |
| Infrared port | - | Yes |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent): JNY-L21A, JNY-L01A, JNY-L21B | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5) |
| Radio | FM radio | Unspecified |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass |
| - | Virtual proximity sensing | |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 40W wired, 70% in 30 min | 33W wired, 100% in 58 min |
| Type | Li-Po 4200 mAh, non-removable | Li-Po 4820 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black, Emerald Green, Light Pink/Blue, Skyline Gray | Gray, Blue, Red/Mint |
| Models | JNY-L21A, JNY-L01A, JNY-L21B, JNY-L22A, JNY-L02A, JNY-L22B, JNY-LX1 | M2007J17C |
| Price | About 170 EUR | About 370 EUR |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | Endurance rating 121h | - |
| Camera | Photo / Video | - |
| Display | Contrast ratio: 1085:1 (nominal) | - |
| Loudspeaker | -27.0 LUFS (Good) | - |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 325777 (v8) GeekBench: 7846 (v4.4), 1862 (v5.1) GFXBench: 18fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | - |
Huawei P40 lite
- Excellent battery endurance (121h)
- Potentially strong Huawei ecosystem integration
- 40W fast charging (though slower to full)
- Older Kirin 810 chipset
- 7nm process may lead to more thermal throttling
- Limited display details
Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G
- More efficient Snapdragon 750G (8nm)
- Faster full charge time (58 minutes)
- Potentially superior 5G modem
- Lower charging wattage than P40 lite
- Battery endurance not specified
- Reliance on software for camera performance
Display Comparison
The Huawei P40 lite boasts a contrast ratio of 1085:1 and a measured peak brightness of 515 nits. While respectable, this is a fairly standard LCD panel. The Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G’s display specifications are not provided, but given its market positioning, it likely features a similar LCD panel. The P40 lite’s contrast ratio suggests decent black levels, but the 515 nits peak brightness may struggle in direct sunlight. Without knowing the Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G’s brightness, it’s difficult to definitively declare a winner, but both likely offer a comparable viewing experience for everyday use.
Camera Comparison
Both phones are listed as having 'Photo / Video' capabilities, lacking specific details. However, given the market segment, it’s reasonable to assume both feature multi-camera setups. Without sensor size, aperture, or OIS information, a direct comparison is impossible. It’s likely both phones rely on software processing to enhance image quality. The presence of a dedicated 5G modem in the Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G could allow for faster uploads of video content, a benefit for content creators.
Performance
The core difference lies in the chipsets. The Huawei P40 lite utilizes the Kirin 810 (7nm), featuring an octa-core configuration with 2x2.27 GHz Cortex-A76 and 6x1.88 GHz Cortex-A55 cores. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G 5G (8nm). The 8nm process of the Snapdragon 750G generally translates to better power efficiency compared to the 7nm Kirin 810, potentially leading to less thermal throttling during sustained workloads. While the CPU clock speeds are similar, Qualcomm’s Kryo cores often exhibit superior single-core performance, which impacts app launch times and general responsiveness. The Snapdragon 750G also integrates a more advanced 5G modem, offering potentially faster and more reliable 5G connectivity.
Battery Life
The Huawei P40 lite achieves an impressive endurance rating of 121 hours, suggesting excellent battery optimization. It supports 40W wired charging, reaching 70% charge in 30 minutes. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G offers 33W wired charging, fully charging in 58 minutes. While the P40 lite’s charging wattage is higher, the Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G’s faster full charge time suggests more efficient power delivery. The P40 lite’s endurance rating indicates it may last longer on a single charge with moderate use, but the Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G’s quicker top-up time minimizes downtime.
Buying Guide
Buy the Huawei P40 lite if you prioritize a potentially longer endurance rating and are heavily invested in the Huawei ecosystem. Its 121-hour endurance rating suggests strong battery optimization. Buy the Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G if you value faster charging speeds, a more modern chipset architecture, and a potentially smoother 5G experience, making it ideal for users who frequently stream, game, or rely on mobile data.