Redmi A5 vs Tecno Phantom V Fold
The Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 63/100 vs 36/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A5 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A5 doesn't; the Redmi A5 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 299g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A5
Tecno Phantom V Fold
What makes Redmi A5 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 193g vs 299g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 1800
- Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A5 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 27 points higher (63/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (74/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (58/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (74/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (58/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 48/100. In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (60/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A5 | Tecno Phantom V Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1540240 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 5401 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1640x720 | 2000x2296 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 (Go Edition) | Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | 171.7×77.8×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 193 g | 299 g | |
| Launch price | $90 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi A5
- Main: 32MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi A5
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1640x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A5
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Phantom V Fold
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (74/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (79/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (58/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 48/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (60/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A5 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 by 27 points (63/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A5 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Redmi A5 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A5 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (58/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A5 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (74/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A5 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users.