Redmi 7A vs Redmi A3X
The Redmi 7A (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, while the Redmi A3X (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36; launch prices were $90 and $80. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi A3X leads — 21/100 vs 19/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A3X has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 8 MP; the Redmi A3X is faster in AnTuTu (195,539 vs 193,115); the Redmi 7A is noticeably lighter (165g vs 192g).
Redmi 7A
Redmi A3X
- Better Geekbench Single: 199 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 795 vs 781
- Better main camera: 13MP vs 8MP
- Lighter: 165g vs 192g
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 11/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 61/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 195539 vs 193115
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $80 vs $90
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 25/100)
Comparing the Redmi 7A vs the Redmi A3X, the Redmi A3X scores 2 points higher (21/100 vs 19/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A3X leads (43/100 vs 25/100). Value score: Redmi 7A — 22/100, Redmi A3X — 26/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi 7A and the Redmi A3X are nearly equal (12/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 32/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi A3X notably outperforms the Redmi 7A (43/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 7A and the Redmi A3X are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100).
| Specification | Redmi 7A | Redmi A3X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | MediaTek Helio G36 | |
| AnTuTu | 193115 | 195539 | |
| Geekbench Single | 199 | 189 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 795 | 781 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 720x1650 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 10W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | — | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, MIUI | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 500 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 146.3×70.4×9.6 mm | 168.4×76.3×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $90 | $80 |
Redmi 7A
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi A3X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 7A
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi A3X
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi 7A
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi A3X
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi 7A and Redmi A3X, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi A3X leads Redmi 7A by 1.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $10. Redmi A3X was $10 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi 7A and the Redmi A3X are nearly equal (12/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 32/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi A3X notably outperforms the Redmi 7A (43/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 7A and the Redmi A3X are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 7A or the Redmi A3X?
The Redmi A3X edges out the Redmi 7A by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 7A and the Redmi A3X?
The Redmi 7A has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Redmi A3X — 21/100.
Should you choose the Redmi 7A over the Redmi A3X?
The Redmi 7A is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi A3X is a better fit for everyday use.