Redmi 7A vs Samsung Galaxy A04

The Redmi 7A (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, while the Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc; estimated prices are $90 and $135. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads — 19/100 vs 11/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A04 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi 7A is noticeably lighter (165g vs 192g).

The Samsung Galaxy A04 edges out the Redmi 7A by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 7A
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 93
Value for money 100
Samsung Galaxy A04
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
What makes Redmi 7A better?
  • Lighter: 165g vs 192g
  • Cheaper: $90 vs $135

  • Better design/ergonomics (93/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A04 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

  • Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 12/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 7A vs the Samsung Galaxy A04, the Samsung Galaxy A04 scores 8 points higher (19/100 vs 11/100). 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 7A (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Redmi 7A (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 7A significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (93/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

Redmi 7A: The Redmi 7A 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 7A Samsung Galaxy A04
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 Unisoc
AnTuTu 193115
Geekbench Single 199
Geekbench Multi 795
Display 5.5" IPS LCD 6.5" PLS LCD
Resolution 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 16GB / 32GB 32GB / 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 12, One UI Core 4.1
NFC no no
Dimensions 146.3×70.4×9.6 mm 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm
Weight 165 g 192 g
Price $90 $135
Camera comparison
Redmi 7A
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 7A
  • 5.5" 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 7A
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 7A
$90
Samsung Galaxy A04
$135

Price difference: $45. Redmi 7A is cheaper by $45.

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 7A (24/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Redmi 7A (36/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 7A significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (93/100 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 7A or the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Samsung Galaxy A04 edges out the Redmi 7A by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi 7A and the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Redmi 7A has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Samsung Galaxy A04 — 19/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 7A or the Samsung Galaxy A04?

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

Should you choose the Redmi 7A over the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Redmi 7A is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.