Redmi 11A vs Samsung Galaxy A72
Comparing the Redmi 11A (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A72 (2021) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A72 leads — 26/100 vs 16/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A72 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 11A doesn't.
Redmi 11A
Samsung Galaxy A72
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 46/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (36/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Redmi 11A vs the Samsung Galaxy A72, the Samsung Galaxy A72 scores 10 points higher (26/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 leads (36/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 is a bit better (36/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100. In the "design" category, the Redmi 11A and the Samsung Galaxy A72 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 notably outperforms the Redmi 11A (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 11A | Samsung Galaxy A72 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | — | 514398 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | — | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 92 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 800 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.0×77.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 203 g | |
| Price | — | $450 |
Redmi 11A
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A72
- Main: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi 11A
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi 11A
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi 11A
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 is a bit better (36/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100.
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 11A and the Samsung Galaxy A72 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 notably outperforms the Redmi 11A (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 11A or the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Samsung Galaxy A72 is noticeably better than the Redmi 11A — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 11A and the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Redmi 11A has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Samsung Galaxy A72 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 11A or the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Samsung Galaxy A72 leads on camera score (36/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 11A over the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Redmi 11A is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A72 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.