Xiaomi Redmi 9 in Bangladesh – Old But Gold or Time to Move On?

Many Bangladeshi users of smartphones still have fond memories of the Xiaomi Redmi 9 launched in 2020. The Redmi 9 was a popular choice among students, budget-conscious buyers and first-time smartphone owners at that time. Its large screen, reliable battery and good performance made it a great option. In 2025 the question is: Is still worth purchasing or should we finally move on?

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First impressions: Solid and familiar

The Redmi 9 is a five-year-old phone, but it still offers an unboxing that's worth watching, considering the price. In the box you will find a Redmi 9 phone, USB Type C cable, SIM ejector, and basic documents. Unfortunately, there is no case, headphones, or 10W charger.

The device feels sturdy in the hand thanks to its polycarbonate texture that adds grip and resists fingerprints. Its vertical array of cameras and rear-mounted scanner are dated but still functional. The Redmi 9 is not flashy but practical.

Entry-Level Performance and It's Shown

The Redmi 9 used to be a top performer for its market segment, thanks to the MediaTek Helio G80 processor. It can run casual games such as Subway Surfers and Free Fire at low settings.

In 2025 you will start experiencing lag with multitasking and heavier apps. MIUI 12 feels heavy and the app switcher stalls. It's good enough for users who have simple requirements -- browsing, YouTube, calls -- but anything more is pushing it. If you want to do more than that, it's pushing the limits.

Display: Large, But Lacks Modern Appeal

Redmi 9 has a 6.53-inch FHD+ LCD -- still a rarity at this price. The screen is large, sharp and reasonably bright. However, it does not meet 2025 standard standards for color reproduction or brightness. The outdoor visibility of the screen is poor, there's a low refresh rate and scrolling feels choppy compared to modern options.

Good Daylight Camera, but Not Much More

The camera setup includes four cameras: a 13MP primary, an 8MP ultrawide lens, a 5MP macro and a 2MP depth sensor. The daytime photos are average with good color and sharpness. Although the ultra-wide lenses add flexibility, they sacrifice detail. Even with Night Mode, low-light performance suffers -- noise and blurriness are present.

It's good enough for casual selfies and video calls, but nothing more. It's good enough to use for casual purposes in 2025. If photography is important, you should look at other options.

Battery life: It's still its strongest feature

The Redmi 9 is still a standout in the battery department. It can easily run for a day with moderate use, thanks to its 5020 mAh battery and powerful processor. The included adapter only charges at 10W, which is painfully slow. It takes nearly three hours to charge the phone fully. The phone does have 18W rapid charging capabilities, but it's not included.

Experience with Software Update

The UI is heavy and cluttered when running on MIUI 12-based Android 10 or 11, depending on the update path. You can disable bloatware and ads, but they will still be there. The security updates will likely be over soon, and compatibility issues with newer versions of apps may start to occur.

Price in Bangladesh:

4 GB Ram and 32GB ROM started from BDT 13,999 (for official price) and BDT 9,000 - BDT 11,500 for unofficial phone depending on condition

It's still a super affordable device, which is the key reason it's being resold widely in places like local markets and online classifieds.

Verdict:

The Redmi 8 is still working in 2025, but its appearance has aged. It's still an option if you want a basic phone with a long battery life under Rs 10,000. It's now time for those who want a smoother interface, better cameras or more modern features such as fast charging and high refresh displays.

Pros:

• Battery life
• Full HD+ Display
• Affordable resale price

Cons:

• Low-light camera with a weaker sensor
• Software and security that is outdated
• Fast charging rate
• Modern apps have a laggy performance
  
  
  

Overall Summary:

The Redmi 9 is a great choice for students, families, or freelancers who are looking for a reliable all-rounder that won't break the bank. The Redmi 9 is a popular phone in Bangladesh because of its wide availability.