Redmi A3 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7

The Redmi A3 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads — 69/100 vs 21/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A3 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4400); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 195,539); the Redmi A3 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 by 48 points (69/100 vs 21/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A3
Performance 11
Display 44
Camera 0
Battery 43
Portability 60
Value for money
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Performance 92
Display 78
Camera 52
Battery 39
Portability 66
Value for money
What makes Redmi A3 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4400 mAh
  • Lighter: 193g vs 215g

  • Longer battery life (43/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 195539
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 189
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 781
  • Faster charging: 25W vs 10W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 11/100)
  • Better camera (52/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (78/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better portability (66/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi A3 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 scores 48 points higher (69/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (92/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (52/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (92/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (52/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A3 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 60/100).

Redmi A3: The Redmi A3 is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi A3 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Processor MediaTek Helio G36 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 195539 3119308
Geekbench Single 189 3041
Geekbench Multi 781 9494
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
Resolution 720x1650 1968x2184
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4400 mAh
Charging 10W 25W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
DXOMark (camera) 45
Main camera 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 5 MP 10 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB / 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, MIUI Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8
Brightness (peak) 500 nits 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48
Dimensions 168.3×76.3×8.3 mm 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm
Weight 193 g 215 g
Launch price
Camera comparison
Redmi A3
  • Main: —
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A3
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A3
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
39
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi A3 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi A3 MediaTek Helio G36
21/100
195539 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
69/100 +93.7%
3119308 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Redmi A3 by 93.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (92/100 vs 11/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (78/100 vs 44/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (52/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi A3 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 39/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 60/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A3 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 by 48 points (69/100 vs 21/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi A3 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Redmi A3 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 69/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi A3 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on camera score (52/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi A3 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (92/100 vs 11/100).

Should you choose the Redmi A3 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Redmi A3 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.