Redmi 5 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy A04
The Redmi 5 Plus (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, while the Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc; estimated prices are $170 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 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi 5 Plus is thinner (8.1mm vs 9.1mm).
Redmi 5 Plus
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Lighter: 180g vs 192g
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 60/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Cheaper: $135 vs $170
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 12/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 98/100)
Comparing the Redmi 5 Plus 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 12/100). 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 5 Plus (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 5 Plus notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (75/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Redmi 5 Plus are nearly equal (100/100 vs 98/100).
| Specification | Redmi 5 Plus | Samsung Galaxy A04 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 218879 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 862 | — | |
| Display | 6.0" IPS LCD | 6.5" PLS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 158.5×75.5×8.1 mm | 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 192 g | |
| Price | $170 | $135 |
Redmi 5 Plus
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 5 Plus
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 6.5" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 5 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $35. Samsung Galaxy A04 is cheaper by $35.
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 5 Plus (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (36/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 5 Plus notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (75/100 vs 60/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Redmi 5 Plus are nearly equal (100/100 vs 98/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 5 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 edges out the Redmi 5 Plus by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 5 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Redmi 5 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Samsung Galaxy A04 — 19/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 5 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 5 Plus over the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Redmi 5 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.