Redmi 4A vs Samsung Galaxy A04

The Redmi 4A (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425, while the Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc; estimated prices are $100 and $135. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads — 19/100 vs 10/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A04 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3120); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi 4A is noticeably lighter (131g vs 192g).

The Samsung Galaxy A04 edges out the Redmi 4A by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 4A
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
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 4A better?
  • Lighter: 131g vs 192g
  • Cheaper: $100 vs $135

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A04 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3120 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

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

Comparing the Redmi 4A vs the Samsung Galaxy A04, the Samsung Galaxy A04 scores 9 points higher (19/100 vs 10/100). 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 0/100). 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 4A (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 4A 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 4A: The Redmi 4A 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 4A Samsung Galaxy A04
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 Unisoc
AnTuTu 180934
Geekbench Single 130
Geekbench Multi 488
Display 5.0" IPS LCD 6.5" PLS LCD
Resolution 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 3120 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 2GB 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 16GB / 32GB 32GB / 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 12, One UI Core 4.1
NFC no no
Dimensions 139.9×70.4×8.5 mm 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm
Weight 131 g 192 g
Price $100 $135
Camera comparison
Redmi 4A
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 4A
  • 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 4A
  • 3120 mAh
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 4A
$100
Samsung Galaxy A04
$135

Price difference: $35. Redmi 4A is cheaper by $35.

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 4A (24/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (36/100 vs 0/100).

design

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

The Samsung Galaxy A04 edges out the Redmi 4A by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

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

The Redmi 4A has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Samsung Galaxy A04 — 19/100.

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

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

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

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