Redmi 8A vs Samsung Galaxy A04

The Redmi 8A (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, while the Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc; estimated prices are $100 and $135. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads — 19/100 vs 14/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP.

The Samsung Galaxy A04 edges out the Redmi 8A by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 8A
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 65
Value for money 100
Samsung Galaxy A04
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
What makes Redmi 8A better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 192g
  • Cheaper: $100 vs $135

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A04 better?
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP

  • Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 8A vs the Samsung Galaxy A04, the Samsung Galaxy A04 scores 5 points higher (19/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). 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 8A (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100. In the "design" category, the Redmi 8A is a bit better (65/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

Redmi 8A: The Redmi 8A 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 8A Samsung Galaxy A04
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 Unisoc
AnTuTu 193115
Geekbench Single 199
Geekbench Multi 795
Display 6.2" IPS LCD 6.5" PLS LCD
Resolution 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 5 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 32GB 32GB / 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 12, One UI Core 4.1
NFC no no
Dimensions 156.5×75.4×9.4 mm 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm
Weight 188 g 192 g
Price $100 $135
Camera comparison
Redmi 8A
  • Main: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 8A
  • 6.2" 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 8A
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 8A
$100
Samsung Galaxy A04
$135

Price difference: $35. Redmi 8A is cheaper by $35.

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 8A (24/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100.

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 8A is a bit better (65/100 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 8A or the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Samsung Galaxy A04 edges out the Redmi 8A by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi 8A and the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Redmi 8A has a MobileRank rating of 14/100, the Samsung Galaxy A04 — 19/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 8A or the Samsung Galaxy A04?

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

Should you choose the Redmi 8A over the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Redmi 8A is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.