Redmi 8A vs Redmi A3X
The Redmi 8A (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, while the Redmi A3X (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36; launch prices were $100 and $80. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 8A leads — 23/100 vs 21/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 12 MP vs 8 MP; the Redmi A3X is faster in AnTuTu (195,539 vs 193,115); the Redmi A3X is thinner (8.3mm vs 9.4mm).
Redmi 8A
Redmi A3X
- Better Geekbench Single: 199 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 795 vs 781
- Better main camera: 12MP vs 8MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 192g
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 11/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 43/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 195539 vs 193115
- Cheaper at launch: $80 vs $100
- Better portability (61/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Redmi 8A vs the Redmi A3X, the Redmi 8A scores 2 points higher (23/100 vs 21/100). Value score: Redmi 8A — 30/100, 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 8A 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 8A is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3X is a bit better (61/100 vs 52/100).
| Specification | Redmi 8A | Redmi A3X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | MediaTek Helio G36 | |
| AnTuTu | 193115 | 195539 | |
| Geekbench Single | 199 | 189 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 795 | 781 | |
| Display | 6.2" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 720x1650 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 10W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | — | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, MIUI | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 500 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 156.5×75.4×9.4 mm | 168.4×76.3×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $80 |
Redmi 8A
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi A3X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 8A
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi A3X
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi 8A
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi A3X
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi 8A and Redmi A3X, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi A3X leads Redmi 8A by 1.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $20. Redmi A3X was $20 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi 8A 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 8A is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3X is a bit better (61/100 vs 52/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 8A or the Redmi A3X?
The Redmi 8A edges out the Redmi A3X by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 8A and the Redmi A3X?
The Redmi 8A has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Redmi A3X — 21/100.
Should you choose the Redmi 8A over the Redmi A3X?
The Redmi 8A is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi A3X is a better fit for everyday use.