Redmi A1 vs ZTE Libero 5G III

The Redmi A1 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi A1 leads — 13/100 vs 7/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A1 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 8 MP vs 13 MP; the ZTE Libero 5G III has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A1 doesn't; the Redmi A1 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 207g).

The Redmi A1 edges out the ZTE Libero 5G III by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A1
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
ZTE Libero 5G III
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 15
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi A1 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4120 mAh
  • Lighter: 192g vs 207g

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE Libero 5G III better?
  • Better main camera: 13MP vs 8MP

  • Overall rating 7/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi A1 vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Redmi A1 scores 6 points higher (13/100 vs 7/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A1 leads (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A1 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). 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, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi A1 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi A1 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (60/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A1 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi A1: The Redmi A1 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Libero 5G III: The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi A1 ZTE Libero 5G III
Processor MediaTek Helio A22 MediaTek Dimensity 700 ()
AnTuTu 155362
Geekbench Single 300
Geekbench Multi 486
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.7" OLED
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2400
Refresh rate
Battery 5000 mAh 4120 mAh
Charging
Main camera 8 MP 13 MP
Front camera 5 MP 8 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB
Storage 32GB 64GB
OS Android 12 (Go edition), MIUI 12 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 400 nits
NFC no yes
Dimensions 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm
Weight 192 g 207 g
Price $100
Camera comparison
Redmi A1
  • Main: 8MP f/f/2.0
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A1
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A1
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 4120 mAh
  • No wireless charging
15
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi A1
$100
ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknown
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, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi A1 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (36/100 vs 15/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi A1 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (60/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A1 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A1 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Redmi A1 edges out the ZTE Libero 5G III by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi A1 and the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Redmi A1 has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 7/100.

Should you choose the Redmi A1 over the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Redmi A1 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.