Redmi A3 vs Redmi A3X

The Redmi A3 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Redmi A3X (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36. Both devices score the same overall rating of 21/100. Key differences: the Redmi A3 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A3X doesn't.

Both devices scored the same rating of 21/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A3
Performance 11
Display 44
Camera 0
Battery 43
Portability 60
Value for money
Redmi A3X
Performance 11
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 43
Portability 61
Value for money 26
What makes Redmi A3 better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better display (44/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi A3X better?
  • Lighter: 192g vs 193g

  • Better camera (10/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better portability (61/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict

The Redmi A3 and the Redmi A3X received the same MobileRank rating — 21/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi A3X leads (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 11/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi A3 is a bit better (44/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi A3X is a bit better (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3X and the Redmi A3 are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100).

Redmi A3: The Redmi A3 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi A3X: The Redmi A3X is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi A3 Redmi A3X
Processor MediaTek Helio G36 MediaTek Helio G36
AnTuTu 195539 195539
Geekbench Single 189 189
Geekbench Multi 781 781
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1650 720x1650
Refresh rate 90 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 10W 10W
DXOMark (camera) 45
Main camera 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB / 4GB / 6GB 2GB / 3GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 32GB / 64GB
OS Android 14, MIUI Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, MIUI
Brightness (peak) 500 nits 500 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 168.3×76.3×8.3 mm 168.4×76.3×8.3 mm
Weight 193 g 192 g
Launch price $80
Camera comparison
Redmi A3
  • Main: —
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Redmi A3X
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A3
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
Redmi A3X
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A3
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Redmi A3X
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi A3 and Redmi A3X, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi A3 MediaTek Helio G36
21/100
195539 AnTuTu
Redmi A3X MediaTek Helio G36
21/100
195539 AnTuTu

Equal performance based on benchmark results.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi A3
Price unknown
Redmi A3X
$80
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 11/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi A3 is a bit better (44/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi A3X is a bit better (10/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3X and the Redmi A3 are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A3 or the Redmi A3X?

Both devices scored 21/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Redmi A3X.

What is the rating of the Redmi A3 and the Redmi A3X?

The Redmi A3 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Redmi A3X — 21/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi A3 or the Redmi A3X?

The Redmi A3X leads on camera score (10/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi A3 over the Redmi A3X?

The Redmi A3 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi A3X is a better fit for everyday use.