Poco C40 vs Redmi A3X

The Poco C40 (2022) runs on the JLQ, while the Redmi A3X (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi A3X leads — 13/100 vs 11/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C40 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 8 MP; the Poco C40 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A3X doesn't.

The Redmi A3X edges out the Poco C40 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C40
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 45
Design 45
Value for money 55
Redmi A3X
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
What makes Poco C40 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 18W vs 10W
  • Better main camera: 13MP vs 8MP

  • Longer battery life (45/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Redmi A3X better?
  • Lighter: 192g vs 204g

  • Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 45/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco C40 vs the Redmi A3X, the Redmi A3X scores 2 points higher (13/100 vs 11/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A3X 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 Poco C40 is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi A3X notably outperforms the Poco C40 (60/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A3X significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Poco C40: The Poco C40 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi A3X: The Redmi A3X is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco C40 Redmi A3X
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 60 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 10W
Main camera 13 MP 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 2GB / 3GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB 32GB / 64GB
OS Android 11, MIUI 13 for POCO Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, MIUI
Brightness (peak) 400 nits 500 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 169.6×76.6×9.2 mm 168.4×76.3×8.3 mm
Weight 204 g 192 g
Price $80
Camera comparison
Poco C40
  • Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Redmi A3X
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Poco C40
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Redmi A3X
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Battery and charging
Poco C40
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
Redmi A3X
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco C40
Price unknown
Redmi A3X
$80
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 Poco C40 is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi A3X notably outperforms the Poco C40 (60/100 vs 45/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A3X significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C40 or the Redmi A3X?

The Redmi A3X edges out the Poco C40 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Poco C40 and the Redmi A3X?

The Poco C40 has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Redmi A3X — 13/100.

Should you choose the Poco C40 over the Redmi A3X?

The Poco C40 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi A3X is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.