Redmi A3 vs Redmi A5
The Redmi A3 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi A5 leads — 25/100 vs 21/100 (a 4-point difference).
Redmi A3
Redmi A5
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 193g vs 196g
- Better display (44/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (10/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 60/100)
Comparing the Redmi A3 vs the Redmi A5, the Redmi A5 scores 4 points higher (25/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi A5 leads (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 leads (66/100 vs 43/100). 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 A5 is a bit better (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Redmi A3 (66/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 and the Redmi A3 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 60/100).
| Specification | Redmi A3 | Redmi A5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | MediaTek Helio G36 | |
| AnTuTu | 195539 | 195539 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 189 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 781 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | — | |
| Main camera | — | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14, MIUI | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.3×76.3×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 193 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | — | $90 |
Redmi A3
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Redmi A5
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi A3
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi A5
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi A3
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Redmi A5
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Redmi A3 and Redmi A5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Redmi A3
Price unknownperformance
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 A5 is a bit better (10/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Redmi A3 (66/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 and the Redmi A3 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 60/100).
Which is better: the Redmi A3 or the Redmi A5?
The Redmi A5 edges out the Redmi A3 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi A3 and the Redmi A5?
The Redmi A3 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Redmi A5 — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A3 or the Redmi A5?
The Redmi A5 leads on camera score (10/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A3 over the Redmi A5?
The Redmi A3 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi A5 is a better fit for everyday use.