Xiaomi smartphone owners often face the need to replace a broken display, and the question of cost becomes paramount. The screen of the Redmi Note 9 is not just glass, but a complex module that includes a matrix, touchscreen and frame. Prices for this part vary widely, depending on the quality of components and the chosen method of repair. Understanding the pricing structure will help to avoid overpayment and installation of substandard parts.
The spare parts market is oversaturated with offers where the cost can vary by two to three times. The original module will cost much more than the counterpart, but ensures that all the characteristics, including brightness and color reproduction, are preserved. At the same time, budget copies are often attracted by low prices, but their work life is unpredictable. It is important to consider that the total sum is not only the price of the part, but also the complexity of the work on its installation.
⚠️ Warning: A display price that is too low often indicates the use of a restored matrix or outright marriage that could fail in a couple of weeks.
Factors Affecting the Cost of the Display
The price of a display module is determined by several objective factors that must be analyzed before buying: IPS or AMOLED. The Redmi Note 9 model is used for this purpose. IPS-technology that makes screens cheaper than older models AMOLED, The difference in price between the original and the copy is significant.
The second factor is the presence of a frame: modules can be sold naked (without a frame) or assembled with a frame. The module is more expensive, but its installation is faster and cleaner, because it does not require re-painting of old glass and frames, which reduces the risk of dust falling under the glass and simplifies the process for the master or self-repair.
- 🔍 Type of matrix: original IPS Provides better color reproduction and viewing angles.
- 🛠 Design: Pre-installed frame greatly simplifies installation.
- 🏷 Parts brand: original (OEM) It is always more expensive than universal analogues (Copy).
- 📦 Components: the presence of tools and glue in the set can slightly increase the price.
The third aspect is the sales channel: buying from the official Xiaomi service center will cost the most, but will guarantee quality. Buying from marketplaces or specialty parts stores allows you to save money, but requires careful verification of the seller. The cost of replacement work also varies: in specialized workshops it is fixed, while private craftsmen can offer more flexible conditions.
Price comparison: Original vs. Copy
When choosing a spare part, the owner of a smartphone faces a dilemma: overpay for the original or save on copies (Original/OEM) It's manufactured in the same factories as the phone's factory components, and its color scheme, touchscreen sensitivity, and safety margin are all factory-standard, and the price of the module is usually high, and can be a significant fraction of the cost of the device itself.
Copies (Copy/Refurbished) fall into several quality classes. There are so-called "high copies" that are visually almost identical to the original, but can have a slightly lower brightness or a cooler shade of white. There are also frankly cheap options where the screen resolution can be interpolated and the touchscreen can react with a delay.
The price difference between the original and the quality copy can be as high as 40-50%.However, if the phone is planned to be used for another year or two, the savings on the screen can lead to discomfort with daily use.
How to distinguish a copy from the original by packaging?
Current price list for components
To understand current market realities, consider price ranges, and remember that exchange rates and supply chains are constantly changing the cost of imported components, and this is a rough understanding of the price ratios between different parts.
| Type of spare part | Quality. | Approximate price (ruble) | Guarantee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Module assembled (with frame) | Original (OEM) | 3500 - 4500 | 14 days |
| Module assembled (with frame) | Copy (High Copy) | 1800 - 2500 | 14 days |
| Module without frame | Original (OEM) | 2800 - 3500 | 14 days |
| Module without frame | Copy | 1200 - 1600 | No. 7 days |
The table shows the prices for the part itself. If you go to a service center, you need to add the cost of the master's work to this amount. Replacing the screen is a time-consuming process that requires accuracy and special tools, so the price of the service is rarely below 1000-1500 rubles depending on the region.
Cost of replacement at the service center
Referring to a professional service eliminates the risk of damaging other components of a smartphone, such as the battery or body, during dismantling.The price of the service consists of the qualification of a master, renting a room and using professional equipment. In official authorized Xiaomi centers, the cost of work can be fixed, but often higher than in independent workshops.
Independent services often offer more flexible pricing policies, they can offer a discount when buying parts from them or if you bring your screen, but in this case, the warranty may be reduced or no at all. Professional replacement involves not only installing the module, but also checking the leakproofness (as far as possible without factory equipment) and testing all the functions of the phone.
☑️ Criteria for the choice of service
It's important to understand that a cheap replacement in a basement service can cause the screen to unstick or get dust under it after a month, and good-quality glue and proper drying are also a part of the cost of the service you pay for.
Nuances of self-replacement of the screen
For those who are friends with tools, self-replacement can seem an attractive opportunity to save money, the cost of repair in this case is equal to the cost of the part, but you must consider the risks: inept disassembly can damage the plumes, rupture the plume of the touchscreen or even puncture the battery.
The replacement process requires a set of tools: suckers, mediators, screwdrivers and thermophene or heating pad to soften the glue. The replacement instruction involves carefully turning off the battery in the first place to avoid short circuits. Beginners often lack experience with thin plumes that are easy to break when carelessly moving.
- 🔧 Tools: a set of accurate screwdrivers and plastic blades is needed.
- 🔥 Heating: neat heating of the body perimeter is required to open.
- 🔋 Safety: the risk of damage to the battery when opening the case is high.
- 🧪 Glue: You need to buy a special glue for phones (B-7000 analogue).
⚠️ Warning: When you replace yourself, you lose the warranty on the device (if it was still valid) and risk permanently disabling the smartphone if the motherboard is damaged.
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Use a magnetic screw mat and take photos of each stage of disassembly, which will help you not lose anything and properly assemble the phone back, as the screws can be of different lengths.
Where to buy spare parts
Finding a reliable supplier is half the success of a repair. Xiaomi's official service centers only offer original parts, but their price is maximum, and waiting for delivery can take time. Specialized online shops of spare parts for phones offer a wide range of options, from originals to various copies.
Marketplaces offer a huge range, but the risk of getting married is higher: Chinese sites allow you to buy a screen at a minimal price, but delivery will take from two weeks to a month, and returning defective goods may not be economically feasible. Local radio parts stores in your city will allow you to inspect the product before buying and immediately receive a check.
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The best option for balancing price and quality is to buy from trusted local suppliers with a good reputation, who give a guarantee for checking the goods.
When buying, always check the integrity of the plumes and the absence of broken pixels (if the seller allows you to connect the screen). Checking the touchscreen at the place of purchase is a mandatory procedure that will save you from unnecessary trips and disputes with the seller in the future.