Redmi 6A vs Redmi A1

The Redmi 6A (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Redmi A1 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi A1 leads — 25/100 vs 17/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A1 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 8 MP; the Redmi 6A is noticeably lighter (145g vs 192g).

The Redmi A1 edges out the Redmi 6A by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 6A
Performance 10
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 15
Portability 80
Value for money 18
Redmi A1
Performance 10
Display 39
Camera 10
Battery 66
Portability 52
Value for money
What makes Redmi 6A better?
  • Better main camera: 13MP vs 8MP
  • Lighter: 145g vs 192g

  • Better portability (80/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Redmi A1 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3000 mAh

  • Longer battery life (66/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better display (39/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 6A vs the Redmi A1, the Redmi A1 scores 8 points higher (25/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A1 leads (66/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi A1 is a bit better (39/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi A1 significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (66/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 6A notably outperforms the Redmi A1 (80/100 vs 52/100).

Redmi 6A: The Redmi 6A is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi A1: The Redmi A1 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 6A Redmi A1
Processor MediaTek Helio A22 MediaTek Helio A22
AnTuTu 155362 155362
Geekbench Single 300 300
Geekbench Multi 486 486
Display 5.5" IPS LCD 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 3000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging
Main camera 13 MP 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 2GB / 3GB
Storage 16GB / 32GB 32GB
OS Android 12 (Go edition), MIUI 12
Brightness (peak) 400 nits
NFC no no
Dimensions 147.5×71.5×8.3 mm 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm
Weight 145 g 192 g
Launch price $90
Camera comparison
Redmi 6A
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Redmi A1
  • Main: 8MP f/f/2.0
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 6A
  • 5.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Redmi A1
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
39
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 6A
  • 3000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
15
battery
Redmi A1
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
66
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 6A and Redmi A1, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 6A MediaTek Helio A22
17/100
155362 AnTuTu
Redmi A1 MediaTek Helio A22
25/100
155362 AnTuTu

Equal performance based on benchmark results.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 6A
$90
Redmi A1
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi A1 is a bit better (39/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi A1 significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (66/100 vs 15/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi 6A notably outperforms the Redmi A1 (80/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 6A or the Redmi A1?

The Redmi A1 edges out the Redmi 6A by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi 6A and the Redmi A1?

The Redmi 6A has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Redmi A1 — 25/100.

Should you choose the Redmi 6A over the Redmi A1?

The Redmi 6A is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi A1 is a better fit for everyday use.