Redmi 4 Prime vs Samsung Galaxy A04

The Redmi 4 Prime (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, while the Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc; estimated prices are $150 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 4 Prime is noticeably lighter (156g vs 192g).

The Samsung Galaxy A04 edges out the Redmi 4 Prime by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 4 Prime
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 4 Prime better?
  • Lighter: 156g vs 192g

  • 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
  • Cheaper: $135 vs $150

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

Comparing the Redmi 4 Prime 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 4 Prime (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (36/100 vs 14/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 4 Prime 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 4 Prime: The Redmi 4 Prime 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 4 Prime Samsung Galaxy A04
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 Unisoc
AnTuTu 218879
Geekbench Single 189
Geekbench Multi 862
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 3GB 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 32GB 32GB / 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 12, One UI Core 4.1
NFC no no
Dimensions 141.3×69.6×8.9 mm 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm
Weight 156 g 192 g
Price $150 $135
Camera comparison
Redmi 4 Prime
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 4 Prime
  • 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 4 Prime
  • 4100 mAh
  • No wireless charging
14
battery
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 4 Prime
$150
Samsung Galaxy A04
$135

Price difference: $15. Samsung Galaxy A04 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 4 Prime (24/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (36/100 vs 14/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 4 Prime 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 4 Prime or the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Samsung Galaxy A04 edges out the Redmi 4 Prime by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi 4 Prime and the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Redmi 4 Prime has a MobileRank rating of 12/100, the Samsung Galaxy A04 — 19/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 4 Prime or the Samsung Galaxy A04?

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

Should you choose the Redmi 4 Prime over the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Redmi 4 Prime is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.