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[Scott8659]

I'm a new member but have been browsing for a few months now. Great site. I just purchased a 2005 M3 and I'm in the process of upgrading my 8500. Trying to decide between the 9500ix and the 9500ci.

[snoopyc4]

Welcome to the forum. There is no competition between the 9500ci and the 9500ix. The ci is the better radar detector.

[MEM-TEK]

I agree. The 9500ci has better K and Ka band sensitivity compared to the 9500ix. Both have similar X band sensitivity. The 9500ci also has somewhat better off-axis radar sensitivity due to its antenna horn design. If most of your driving is along rather straight roads with very few hills, then it would be hard to tell any difference in performance between the two RD models. On the other hand, if your driving features lots of curves and moderate to steep hills, then the 9500ci will noticeably outperform the 9500ix on K and Ka bands. It boils down to choosing your weapon based on driving conditions, personal preferences (windshield or remote installed), and budget.

[Stealth Stalker]

I agree. The 9500ci has better K and Ka band sensitivity compared to the 9500ix.

I fully agree with this. But I think it is important to let people know that this greater sensitivity is wholly dependent upon the 9500ci being optimally installed. Most of them I see are not optimally installed, and probably enjoy no more range than -- if not less than -- a 9500xi because of it.

[superlubricity]

I'm a new member but have been browsing for a few months now. Great site. I just purchased a 2005 M3 and I'm in the process of upgrading my 8500. Trying to decide between the 9500ix and the 9500ci.

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[category4]

The ci is a lot better than the ix as a radar detector. The ZR4 jammers with the ci are on the weak side though. They may do ok on the front of the M3 though.

[brvheart]

welcome, if you have the budget, go for the ci if not the ix is find window mount.