Xiaomi just recently released the Redmi 6A alongside the Redmi 6i n China.The Redmi 6A is a down-graded edition of the Redmi 6, and of course, with a more affordable price tag.
The Xiaomi Redmi 5A, on the other hand, is the down-graded version of the Redmi 5 as well. It is actually dubbed as the budget smartphone king by the company. Now, the question is: whats the similarities and differences between both handsets? Let’s find out.
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Xiaomi Redmi 5A and Redmi 6A similarities
- Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU
- 2GB of RAM, 16GB expandable storage via microSD
- Rear Cameras: 13MP (f/2.2)
- Selfie Cameras: 5 MP
- Non-removable Li-Ion 3000 mAh battery
Xiaomi Redmi 5A and Redmi 6A differences
- 5.45-inch IPS LCD display, 18:9 ratio of Redmi 6A
- Bigger display
- Processor (Redmi 6A: Mediatek Helio A22, Redmi 5A: Qualcomm Snapdragon 425)
- Operating System (Redmi 6A: Android 8.1 (Oreo), Redmi 5A: Android 7.1 Nougat with MIUI 9)
The Xiaomi Redmi 5A is a smaller phone that features 5-inch IPS LCD display with an aspect ratio of 16:9 and 720 x 1280 screen resolution while the Redmi 6A houses a 5.45-inch IPS LCD display with 18:9 ratio and 720 x 1440 pixel resolution.The Redmi 5A’s dimension measures 140.4 x 70.1 x 8.4 mm weighing 137g, on the other hand, the newer version measures 147.5 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm, and weighs 145 g.
Under the hood, the Redmi 5A is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 425, while the Redmi 6A receives power from Mediatek Helio A22. Both carry the same 2GB of RAM, 16GB of internal storage, which is also expandable up to 250GB via microSD.
Going to the camera department, both smartphones sports a 13-megapixel rear camera with f/2.2 aperture. For taking selfies, though both handsets carry the same 5MP front snapper, the 5A’s selfie camera has an aperture of f/2.0, while the 6A with f/2.2 aperture.
The Xiaomi Redmi 5A retails for Php 4, 590, while the Redmi 6A arrived with a price tag of 599 Yuan, which is approx. PHP 4,958 when directly converted.
| SPECS | Xiaomi Redmi 5A | Xiaomi Redmi 6A |
| Display | 5-inch IPS LCD display, 16:9 aspect ratio, 720 x 1280 resolution | 5.45-inch IPS LCD display, 18:9 ratio, 720 x 1440 resolution |
| Dimensions | 140.4 x 70.1 x 8.4 mm, 137 g | 147.5 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm, 145 g |
| Color | Cherry Powder, Champagne Gold and Platinum Silver | Grey, Blue, Gold, Rose Gold |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 | Mediatek Helio A22 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 | Quad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| Memory | 2GB of RAM, 16GB expandable storage via microSD | 2GB of RAM, 16GB expandable storage via microSD |
| Main Camera | 13MP (f/2.2) | 13MP (f/2.2) |
| Front camera | 5 MP (f/2.0) | 5 MP (f/2.2) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n. Bluetooth 4.2, A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, Hybrid Dual SIM | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n. Bluetooth 4.2, A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, Hybrid Dual SIM |
| OS | Android 7.1 Nougat with MIUI 9 | Android 8.1 (Oreo) |
| Battery | Non-removable Li-Ion 3000 mAh battery | Non-removable Li-Ion 3000 mAh battery |
| Official Price | Php 4, 590 | 599 Yuan (approx. PHP 4,958). |
Oh, nice upgrade, and looks like A22 has the same performance as SD450