Nokia C31 vs Redmi A5

The Nokia C31 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi A5 leads — 13/100 vs 10/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia C31 has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 5000).

The Redmi A5 edges out the Nokia C31 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C31
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 37
Design 50
Value for money 55
Redmi A5
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 55
Value for money 100
What makes Nokia C31 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5050 vs 5000 mAh

  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Redmi A5 better?
  • Lighter: 196g vs 200g

  • Better design/ergonomics (55/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia C31 vs the Redmi A5, the Redmi A5 scores 3 points higher (13/100 vs 10/100). 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 Nokia C31 and the Redmi A5 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi A5 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A5 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia C31: The Nokia C31 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi A5: The Redmi A5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia C31 Redmi A5
Processor Unisoc MediaTek Helio G36
AnTuTu 195539
Geekbench Single 189
Geekbench Multi 781
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.9" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 5050 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging
Main camera 13 MP 13 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 2GB / 3GB / 4GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 32GB / 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 12
NFC no
Weight 200 g 196 g
Price $90
Camera comparison
Nokia C31
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Redmi A5
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Nokia C31
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Redmi A5
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Battery and charging
Nokia C31
  • 5050 mAh
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Redmi A5
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia C31
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 Nokia C31 and the Redmi A5 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi A5 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A5 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C31 or the Redmi A5?

The Redmi A5 edges out the Nokia C31 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nokia C31 and the Redmi A5?

The Nokia C31 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Redmi A5 — 13/100.

Should you choose the Nokia C31 over the Redmi A5?

The Nokia C31 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi A5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.