Redmi 5A vs Tecno Spark Go
The Redmi 5A (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425, while the Tecno Spark Go (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400; launch prices were $90 and $109. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark Go leads — 44/100 vs 17/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark Go has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Spark Go is faster in AnTuTu (581,041 vs 180,934); the Redmi 5A is noticeably lighter (137g vs 194g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 5A
Tecno Spark Go
What makes Redmi 5A better?
- Lighter: 137g vs 194g
- Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $109
- Better portability (79/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Tecno Spark Go better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 581041 vs 180934
- Better Geekbench Single: 803 vs 130
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 488
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (45/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 5A vs the Tecno Spark Go, the Tecno Spark Go scores 27 points higher (44/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark Go leads (45/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark Go leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark Go leads (51/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Redmi 5A — 26/100, Tecno Spark Go — 74/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark Go significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (45/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark Go notably outperforms the Redmi 5A (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark Go notably outperforms the Redmi 5A (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark Go significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (51/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 5A notably outperforms the Tecno Spark Go (79/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 5A | Tecno Spark Go | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | |
| AnTuTu | 180934 | 581041 | |
| Geekbench Single | 130 | 803 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 488 | 2047 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 18W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 140.4×70.1×8.4 mm | 167.7×77.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 137 g | 194 g | |
| Launch price | $90 | $109 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 5A
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Spark Go
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Redmi 5A
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Spark Go
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 5A
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Spark Go
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 5A and Tecno Spark Go, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Spark Go leads Redmi 5A by 68.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $19. Redmi 5A was $19 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark Go significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (45/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark Go notably outperforms the Redmi 5A (55/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark Go notably outperforms the Redmi 5A (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark Go significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (51/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 5A notably outperforms the Tecno Spark Go (79/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 5A or the Tecno Spark Go?
The Tecno Spark Go significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A by 27 points (44/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 5A and the Tecno Spark Go?
The Redmi 5A has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Tecno Spark Go — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 5A or the Tecno Spark Go?
The Tecno Spark Go leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 5A or the Tecno Spark Go?
The Tecno Spark Go leads on performance (45/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 5A over the Tecno Spark Go?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the Tecno Spark Go (51/100 vs 15/100).