Redmi 8A vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Comparing the Redmi 8A (2019) and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (2024) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads — 37/100 vs 14/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 8A doesn't.
Redmi 8A
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (81/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Redmi 8A vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim scores 23 points higher (37/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads (81/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 8A leads (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 8A leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Redmi 8A (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Redmi 8A (81/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 8A significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 8A notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 8A significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 8A | Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 193115 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 199 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 795 | — | |
| Display | 6.2" IPS LCD | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | — | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15, One UI 7 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 156.5×75.4×9.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | — | |
| Price | $100 | — |
Redmi 8A
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Redmi 8A
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 8A
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- —
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Redmi 8A (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Redmi 8A (81/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 8A significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (36/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 8A notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (65/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 8A significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 8A or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Redmi 8A by 23 points (37/100 vs 14/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 8A and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Redmi 8A has a MobileRank rating of 14/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 8A or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads on camera score (81/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 8A over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Redmi 8A is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.