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).
Nokia C31
Redmi A5
- Bigger battery: 5050 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Lighter: 196g vs 200g
- Better design/ergonomics (55/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
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).
| 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 |
Nokia C31
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi A5
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Nokia C31
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi A5
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nokia C31
- 5050 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi A5
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Nokia C31
Price unknownperformance
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).
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.