Redmi A5 vs Tecno Spark Go 2

The Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Tecno Spark Go 2 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T606; launch prices were $90 and $80. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark Go 2 leads — 27/100 vs 25/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark Go 2 is faster in AnTuTu (330,006 vs 195,539).

The Tecno Spark Go 2 edges out the Redmi A5 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A5
Performance 11
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 66
Portability 64
Value for money 34
Tecno Spark Go 2
Performance 27
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 43
Portability 62
Value for money 38
What makes Redmi A5 better?

  • Longer battery life (66/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better portability (64/100 vs 62/100)
What makes Tecno Spark Go 2 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 330006 vs 195539
  • Better Geekbench Single: 378 vs 189
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 1335 vs 781
  • Lighter: 189g vs 196g
  • Cheaper at launch: $80 vs $90

  • Higher performance (27/100 vs 11/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi A5 vs the Tecno Spark Go 2, the Tecno Spark Go 2 scores 2 points higher (27/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark Go 2 leads (27/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 leads (66/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi A5 — 34/100, Tecno Spark Go 2 — 38/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark Go 2 notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (27/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 32/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark Go 2 (66/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 and the Tecno Spark Go 2 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 62/100).

Redmi A5: The Redmi A5 is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Spark Go 2: The Tecno Spark Go 2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi A5 Tecno Spark Go 2
Processor MediaTek Helio G36 Unisoc T606
AnTuTu 195539 330006
Geekbench Single 189 378
Geekbench Multi 781 1335
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 15W
Main camera 13 MP 13 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB / 4GB 3GB / 4GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 64GB
OS Android 15, HIOS 15
NFC no
Protection IP64
Dimensions 165.6×77.0×8.3 mm
Weight 196 g 189 g
Launch price $90 $80
Camera comparison
Redmi A5
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Tecno Spark Go 2
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A5
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Tecno Spark Go 2
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A5
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
66
battery
Tecno Spark Go 2
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi A5 and Tecno Spark Go 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi A5 MediaTek Helio G36
25/100
195539 AnTuTu
Tecno Spark Go 2 Unisoc T606
27/100 +40.7%
330006 AnTuTu

Tecno Spark Go 2 leads Redmi A5 by 40.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi A5
$90
Tecno Spark Go 2
$80

Launch price difference: $10. Tecno Spark Go 2 was $10 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark Go 2 notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (27/100 vs 11/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 32/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark Go 2 (66/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 and the Tecno Spark Go 2 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 62/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A5 or the Tecno Spark Go 2?

The Tecno Spark Go 2 edges out the Redmi A5 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi A5 and the Tecno Spark Go 2?

The Redmi A5 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Tecno Spark Go 2 — 27/100.

Which is more powerful: the Redmi A5 or the Tecno Spark Go 2?

The Tecno Spark Go 2 leads on performance (27/100 vs 11/100).

Should you choose the Redmi A5 over the Tecno Spark Go 2?

The Redmi A5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark Go 2 is a better fit for everyday use.