Redmi 3S vs Samsung Galaxy A04

The Redmi 3S (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430, while the Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc; estimated prices are $120 and $135. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads — 19/100 vs 12/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A04 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi 3S is noticeably lighter (144g vs 192g).

The Samsung Galaxy A04 edges out the Redmi 3S by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 3S
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 14
Design 100
Value for money 100
Samsung Galaxy A04
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
What makes Redmi 3S better?
  • Lighter: 144g vs 192g
  • Cheaper: $120 vs $135

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A04 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4100 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

  • Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 14/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 3S vs the Samsung Galaxy A04, the Samsung Galaxy A04 scores 7 points higher (19/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (36/100 vs 14/100). 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, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (36/100 vs 14/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

Redmi 3S: The Redmi 3S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy A04: The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 3S Samsung Galaxy A04
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 Unisoc
AnTuTu 180440
Geekbench Single 205
Geekbench Multi 827
Display 5.0" IPS LCD 6.5" PLS LCD
Resolution 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 4100 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 16GB / 32GB 32GB / 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 12, One UI Core 4.1
NFC no no
Dimensions 139.3×69.6×8.5 mm 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm
Weight 144 g 192 g
Price $120 $135
Camera comparison
Redmi 3S
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 3S
  • 5.0" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • 6.5" PLS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 3S
  • 4100 mAh
  • No wireless charging
14
battery
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 3S
$120
Samsung Galaxy A04
$135

Price difference: $15. Redmi 3S is cheaper by $15.

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, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (24/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (36/100 vs 14/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 3S or the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Samsung Galaxy A04 edges out the Redmi 3S by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi 3S and the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Redmi 3S has a MobileRank rating of 12/100, the Samsung Galaxy A04 — 19/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 3S or the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Samsung Galaxy A04 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 3S over the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Redmi 3S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.