Redmi A2+ vs Vivo Y05
The Redmi A2+ (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Vivo Y05 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7225; launch prices were $85 and $90. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y05 leads — 33/100 vs 22/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y05 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi A2+ is noticeably lighter (192g vs 209g).
Redmi A2+
Vivo Y05
- Lighter: 192g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $85 vs $90
- Better portability (52/100 vs 49/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 580 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1750 vs 781
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (31/100 vs 11/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Redmi A2+ vs the Vivo Y05, the Vivo Y05 scores 11 points higher (33/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo Y05 leads (31/100 vs 11/100). Value score: Redmi A2+ — 28/100, Vivo Y05 — 50/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo Y05 notably outperforms the Redmi A2+ (31/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo Y05 notably outperforms the Redmi A2+ (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y05 and the Redmi A2+ are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A2+ and the Vivo Y05 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 49/100).
| Specification | Redmi A2+ | Vivo Y05 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | Unisoc T7225 | |
| AnTuTu | 195539 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 580 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 1750 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm | 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $85 | $90 |
Redmi A2+
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo Y05
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Redmi A2+
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo Y05
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi A2+
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y05
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $5. Redmi A2+ was $5 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo Y05 notably outperforms the Redmi A2+ (31/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo Y05 notably outperforms the Redmi A2+ (55/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y05 and the Redmi A2+ are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A2+ and the Vivo Y05 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 49/100).
Which is better: the Redmi A2+ or the Vivo Y05?
The Vivo Y05 is noticeably better than the Redmi A2+ — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi A2+ and the Vivo Y05?
The Redmi A2+ has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Vivo Y05 — 33/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A2+ or the Vivo Y05?
The Vivo Y05 leads on performance (31/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A2+ over the Vivo Y05?
The Redmi A2+ is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y05 is a better fit for everyday use.