Redmi Note 3 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A04

The Redmi Note 3 Pro (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 650, while the Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc; estimated prices are $170 and $135. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads — 19/100 vs 12/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A04 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4050); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Note 3 Pro is noticeably lighter (164g vs 192g).

The Samsung Galaxy A04 edges out the Redmi Note 3 Pro by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 3 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 2
Battery 13
Design 95
Value for money 98
Samsung Galaxy A04
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
What makes Redmi Note 3 Pro better?
  • Lighter: 164g vs 192g

  • Better design/ergonomics (95/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A04 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4050 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
  • Cheaper: $135 vs $170

  • Better camera (24/100 vs 2/100)
  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 13/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 98/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 3 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy A04, the Samsung Galaxy A04 scores 7 points higher (19/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (24/100 vs 2/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (36/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (24/100 vs 2/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (36/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (95/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Redmi Note 3 Pro are nearly equal (100/100 vs 98/100).

Redmi Note 3 Pro: The Redmi Note 3 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy A04: The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 3 Pro Samsung Galaxy A04
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 Unisoc
AnTuTu 130000
Geekbench Single 270
Geekbench Multi 800
Display 5.5" IPS LCD 6.5" PLS LCD
Resolution 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 4050 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging
Main camera 16 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 16GB / 32GB 32GB / 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 12, One UI Core 4.1
NFC no no
Dimensions 150.0×76.0×8.7 mm 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm
Weight 164 g 192 g
Price $170 $135
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 3 Pro
  • Main: 16MP
  • Front: 5MP
2
camera
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 3 Pro
  • 5.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • 6.5" PLS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 3 Pro
  • 4050 mAh
  • No wireless charging
13
battery
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 3 Pro
$170
Samsung Galaxy A04
$135

Price difference: $35. Samsung Galaxy A04 is cheaper by $35.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (24/100 vs 2/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (36/100 vs 13/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (95/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Redmi Note 3 Pro are nearly equal (100/100 vs 98/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 3 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Samsung Galaxy A04 edges out the Redmi Note 3 Pro by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 3 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Redmi Note 3 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 12/100, the Samsung Galaxy A04 — 19/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 3 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Samsung Galaxy A04 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 2/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 3 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Redmi Note 3 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.