Redmi A5 vs Tecno Phantom V Fold
The Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 64/100 vs 25/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,540,240 vs 193,858); the Redmi A5 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 299g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A5
Tecno Phantom V Fold
What makes Redmi A5 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 299g
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 48/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1540240 vs 193858
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 781
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A5 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 39 points higher (64/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (74/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 leads (66/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (74/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (79/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (66/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (64/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A5 | Tecno Phantom V Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 193858 | 1540240 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 5401 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2000x2296 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Weight | 196 g | 299 g | |
| Launch price | $90 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi A5
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi A5
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A5
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi A5 and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Redmi A5 by 87.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (74/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (79/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (58/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (66/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (64/100 vs 47/100).
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 39 points (64/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A5 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Redmi A5 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 64/100.
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 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A5 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (74/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A5 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users.