Redmi A1+ vs Redmi A2+
The Redmi A1+ (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Redmi A2+ (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36; launch prices were $80 and $85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi A1+ leads — 24/100 vs 22/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A2+ is faster in AnTuTu (195,539 vs 155,362).
Redmi A1+
Redmi A2+
- Better Geekbench Single: 300 vs 189
- Cheaper at launch: $80 vs $85
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 52/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 195539 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Multi: 781 vs 486
- Higher performance (11/100 vs 10/100)
Comparing the Redmi A1+ vs the Redmi A2+, the Redmi A1+ scores 2 points higher (24/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A1+ leads (66/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi A1+ — 32/100, Redmi A2+ — 28/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi A2+ and the Redmi A1+ are nearly equal (11/100 vs 10/100). 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 A1+ is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.
| Specification | Redmi A1+ | Redmi A2+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio A22 | MediaTek Helio G36 | |
| AnTuTu | 155362 | 195539 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 189 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 486 | 781 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | — | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | — | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 400 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm | 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $80 | $85 |
Redmi A1+
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi A2+
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi A1+
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi A2+
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi A1+
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi A2+
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi A1+ and Redmi A2+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi A2+ leads Redmi A1+ by 20.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $5. Redmi A1+ was $5 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi A2+ and the Redmi A1+ are nearly equal (11/100 vs 10/100).
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 A1+ is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.
Which is better: the Redmi A1+ or the Redmi A2+?
The Redmi A1+ edges out the Redmi A2+ by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi A1+ and the Redmi A2+?
The Redmi A1+ has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Redmi A2+ — 22/100.
Should you choose the Redmi A1+ over the Redmi A2+?
The Redmi A1+ is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi A2+ is a better fit for everyday use.