Redmi A5 vs Tecno Phantom V Fold2
The Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7250, 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 36/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 has the bigger battery (5750 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A5 doesn't; the Redmi A5 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A5
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
What makes Redmi A5 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 249g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold2 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 1800
- Bigger battery: 5750 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A5 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold2, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 scores 37 points higher (73/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (74/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (68/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (74/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (68/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 is a bit better (60/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A5 | Tecno Phantom V Fold2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 5750 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 (Go Edition) | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 171.7×77.8×8.3 mm | 159.0×140.4×6.1 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 249 g | |
| Launch price | $90 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi A5
- Main: 32MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi A5
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1640x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- 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 Fold2
- 5750 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 15W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (74/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (79/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (78/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (68/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 is a bit better (60/100 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 37 points (73/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A5 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Redmi A5 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, 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 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A5 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on performance (74/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A5 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.