Nokia C2 2nd Edition vs Redmi A5

Comparing the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (2022) and the Redmi A5 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi A5 leads — 13/100 vs 6/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A5 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 2400); the main camera is 5 MP vs 13 MP; the Nokia C2 2nd Edition is noticeably lighter (180g vs 196g).

The Redmi A5 edges out the Nokia C2 2nd Edition by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 75
Value for money 55
Redmi A5
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 55
Value for money 100
What makes Nokia C2 2nd Edition better?
  • Lighter: 180g vs 196g

  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi A5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 2400 mAh
  • Better main camera: 13MP vs 5MP

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia C2 2nd Edition vs the Redmi A5, the Redmi A5 scores 7 points higher (13/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 leads (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A5 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A5 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (100/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia C2 2nd Edition: The Nokia C2 2nd Edition is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi A5: The Redmi A5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia C2 2nd Edition Redmi A5
Processor MediaTek Helio G36
AnTuTu 195539
Geekbench Single 189
Geekbench Multi 781
Display 5.7" IPS LCD 6.9" IPS LCD
Resolution 480x960
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 2400 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging
Main camera 5 MP 13 MP
Front camera 2 MP 5 MP
RAM 1GB / 2GB 2GB / 3GB / 4GB
Storage 32GB 32GB / 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 11 (Go edition)
NFC no
Dimensions 154.0×75.9×10.0 mm
Weight 180 g 196 g
Price $90
Camera comparison
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
  • Main: 5MP
  • Front: 2MP
0
camera
Redmi A5
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
  • 5.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 480x960
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Redmi A5
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Battery and charging
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
  • 2400 mAh
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Redmi A5
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
Price unknown
Redmi A5
$90
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (36/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (75/100 vs 55/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A5 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Redmi A5?

The Redmi A5 edges out the Nokia C2 2nd Edition by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nokia C2 2nd Edition and the Redmi A5?

The Nokia C2 2nd Edition has a MobileRank rating of 6/100, the Redmi A5 — 13/100.

Should you choose the Nokia C2 2nd Edition over the Redmi A5?

The Nokia C2 2nd Edition is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi A5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.