Redmi A3X vs Vivo Y05

The Redmi A3X (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Vivo Y05 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7225; launch prices were $80 and $90. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y05 leads — 33/100 vs 21/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y05 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi A3X is noticeably lighter (192g vs 209g).

The Vivo Y05 is noticeably better than the Redmi A3X — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A3X
Performance 11
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 43
Portability 61
Value for money 26
Vivo Y05
Performance 31
Display 55
Camera 10
Battery 53
Portability 49
Value for money 50
What makes Redmi A3X better?
  • Lighter: 192g vs 209g
  • Cheaper at launch: $80 vs $90

  • Better portability (61/100 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
  • Faster charging: 15W vs 10W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (31/100 vs 11/100)
  • Longer battery life (53/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (55/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi A3X vs the Vivo Y05, the Vivo Y05 scores 12 points higher (33/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo Y05 leads (31/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y05 leads (53/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi A3X — 26/100, 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 A3X (31/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo Y05 notably outperforms the Redmi A3X (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 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3X is a bit better (61/100 vs 49/100).

Redmi A3X: The Redmi A3X is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y05: The Vivo Y05 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi A3X Vivo Y05
Processor MediaTek Helio G36 Unisoc T7225
AnTuTu 195539
Geekbench Single 189 580
Geekbench Multi 781 1750
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1650 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6500 mAh
Charging 10W 15W
Main camera 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 4GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, MIUI Android 16
Brightness (peak) 500 nits 1200 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP65
Dimensions 168.4×76.3×8.3 mm 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm
Weight 192 g 209 g
Launch price $80 $90
Camera comparison
Redmi A3X
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Vivo Y05
  • Main: 8MP f/2.0
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A3X
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Vivo Y05
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A3X
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Vivo Y05
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi A3X
$80
Vivo Y05
$90

Launch price difference: $10. Redmi A3X was $10 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo Y05 notably outperforms the Redmi A3X (31/100 vs 11/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo Y05 notably outperforms the Redmi A3X (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 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3X is a bit better (61/100 vs 49/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A3X or the Vivo Y05?

The Vivo Y05 is noticeably better than the Redmi A3X — the overall rating gap is 12 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi A3X and the Vivo Y05?

The Redmi A3X has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Vivo Y05 — 33/100.

Which is more powerful: the Redmi A3X or the Vivo Y05?

The Vivo Y05 leads on performance (31/100 vs 11/100).

Should you choose the Redmi A3X over the Vivo Y05?

The Redmi A3X is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y05 is a better fit for everyday use.