Poco C40 vs Redmi A3
The Poco C40 (2022) runs on the JLQ, while the Redmi A3 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi A3 leads — 19/100 vs 11/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C40 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000).
Poco C40
Redmi A3
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 18W vs 10W
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 36/100)
- Lighter: 193g vs 204g
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 45/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Poco C40 vs the Redmi A3, the Redmi A3 scores 8 points higher (19/100 vs 11/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A3 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi A3 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Poco C40 is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi A3 is a bit better (58/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A3 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco C40 | Redmi A3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | JLQ | MediaTek Helio G36 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 195539 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 189 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 781 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 720x1650 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 10W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 45 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | — | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11, MIUI 13 for POCO | Android 14, MIUI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 169.6×76.6×9.2 mm | 168.3×76.3×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 193 g | |
| Price | — | $85 |
Poco C40
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Redmi A3
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Poco C40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi A3
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco C40
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi A3
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Poco C40
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi A3 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco C40 is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi A3 is a bit better (58/100 vs 45/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A3 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco C40 or the Redmi A3?
The Redmi A3 edges out the Poco C40 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco C40 and the Redmi A3?
The Poco C40 has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Redmi A3 — 19/100.
Should you choose the Poco C40 over the Redmi A3?
The Poco C40 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi A3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.