Honor Play9A vs Xiaomi Poco M4 5G (India): Which One Should You Buy?
These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Honor Play9A
Xiaomi Poco M4 5G (India)
Too close to call: 0 of 5 categories each
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedTie7070
- CameraTie8080
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryTie8686
- DisplayTie8484
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueTie8585
- Honor Play9A has the bigger battery5,200 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
- Xiaomi Poco M4 5G (India) has the bigger screen6.58" vs 6.56"
- Xiaomi Poco M4 5G (India) has more RAM6 GB vs 4 GB
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Honor Play9A and Xiaomi Poco M4 5G (India) are evenly matched
It's a close call. Pick the Honor Play9A for its bigger battery (5,200 mAh vs 5,000 mAh), or the Xiaomi Poco M4 5G (India) for its bigger screen (6.58" vs 6.56") and more RAM (6 GB vs 4 GB).
Larger battery: 5,200 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
More RAM: 6 GB vs 4 GB
Common questions
Which is better: Honor Play9A or Xiaomi Poco M4 5G (India)?
It's a close call. Pick the Honor Play9A for its bigger battery (5,200 mAh vs 5,000 mAh), or the Xiaomi Poco M4 5G (India) for its bigger screen (6.58" vs 6.56") and more RAM (6 GB vs 4 GB). BeastScore: Honor Play9A 79.3/100, Xiaomi Poco M4 5G (India) 79.3/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Honor Play9A and Xiaomi Poco M4 5G (India)?
Honor Play9A has a 6.56-inch display and 5200 mAh battery. Xiaomi Poco M4 5G (India) has a 6.58-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.
How do Honor Play9A and Xiaomi Poco M4 5G (India) compare for speed?
Honor Play9A scores 70/100 for performance; Xiaomi Poco M4 5G (India) scores 70/100.
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