Category Breakdown
Camera
Redmi A5 4G
Main sensor resolution (32 MP)
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Redmi A5 4G
Battery capacity (5,200 mAh)
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Redmi A5 4G
Wired charging speed (15W)
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AnTuTu benchmark
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Redmi A5 4G
Screen size (6.88")
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Total weight
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Specs-per-dollar (server score)
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| Spec | Redmi A3 | Redmi A5 4G |
|---|---|---|
Display | ||
| 6.71" | 6.88" | |
| 720 × 1,650 | 720 × 1,640 | |
| IPS LCD | IPS LCD | |
| 90Hz | 120Hz | |
| — | 450 nits | |
Camera | ||
| 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| Single | Single | |
| No | No | |
| Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass | |
Performance | ||
| Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm) | Unisoc T7250 | |
| 8 GB | 6 GB | |
| 128 GB | 128 GB | |
Battery | ||
| 5,000 mAh | 5,200 mAh | |
| 10W | 15W | |
| No | No | |
Build | ||
| 193g | 193g | |
| 8.3mm | 8.3mm | |
| Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), glass back or silicone polymer back (eco leather), plastic frame | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back | |
| — | No certified water resistance | |
| Budget | Budget | |
Who Each Phone Is Really For
If your priorities differ from the verdict above, start here.
Best overall value
Xiaomi Redmi A3
Highest value score — most specs per dollar.
Budget pick
Xiaomi Redmi A3
Lowest price while still competitive.
Photography
Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G
Highest resolution main camera.