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).

The Vivo Y05 is noticeably better than the Redmi A2+ — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A2+
Performance 11
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 52
Portability 52
Value for money 28
Vivo Y05
Performance 31
Display 55
Camera 10
Battery 53
Portability 49
Value for money 50
What makes Redmi A2+ better?
  • Lighter: 192g vs 209g
  • Cheaper at launch: $85 vs $90

  • Better portability (52/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y05 better?
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

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).

Redmi A2+: The Redmi A2+ is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y05: The Vivo Y05 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Redmi A2+
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Vivo Y05
  • Main: 8MP f/2.0
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A2+
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Vivo Y05
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A2+
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Vivo Y05
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi A2+
$85
Vivo Y05
$90

Launch price difference: $5. Redmi A2+ was $5 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
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).

Frequently asked questions
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.