Redmi A5 vs Tecno Phantom V Fold2

The Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads — 73/100 vs 25/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 has the bigger battery (5750 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,453,683 vs 195,539); the Redmi A5 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 249g).

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 by 48 points (73/100 vs 25/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A5
Performance 11
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 66
Portability 64
Value for money 34
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Performance 73
Display 79
Camera 78
Battery 68
Portability 52
Value for money
What makes Redmi A5 better?
  • Lighter: 196g vs 249g

  • Better portability (64/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold2 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1453683 vs 195539
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 189
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 781
  • Bigger battery: 5750 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (73/100 vs 11/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 66/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi A5 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold2, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 scores 48 points higher (73/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (73/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (73/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (79/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 and the Redmi A5 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).

Redmi A5: The Redmi A5 is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Phantom V Fold2: The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi A5 Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Processor MediaTek Helio G36 MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
AnTuTu 195539 1453683
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 5750 mAh
Charging 70W
Wireless charging 15W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 32 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB / 4GB 12GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 512GB
OS Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HiOS 14 Fold
Brightness (peak) 1600 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 159.0×140.4×6.1 mm
Weight 196 g 249 g
Launch price $90
Camera comparison
Redmi A5
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A5
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2000x2296
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A5
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
66
battery
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • 5750 mAh
  • Wired: 70W
  • Wireless: 15W
68
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi A5 and Tecno Phantom V Fold2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi A5 MediaTek Helio G36
25/100
195539 AnTuTu
Tecno Phantom V Fold2 MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
73/100 +86.5%
1453683 AnTuTu

Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads Redmi A5 by 86.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi A5
$90
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (73/100 vs 11/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (79/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (78/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 and the Redmi A5 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A5 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 by 48 points (73/100 vs 25/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi A5 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Redmi A5 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi A5 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi A5 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on performance (73/100 vs 11/100).

Should you choose the Redmi A5 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Redmi A5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.