With smooth 120Hz visuals, a powerful battery, and Android 15, the Redmi A5 is a solid budget pick. Can it compete with other entry-level phones?
The smartphone industry keeps changing, and Redmi has again targeted the budget category with its new product—the Redmi A5. Having been constructed for those who desire solid performance at reasonable price points, the phone boasts an unusual combination of features that differentiate it from other low-end devices.
Display & Screen
First impressions matter, and the Redmi A5 doesn’t disappoint. It boasts a massive 6.88-inch HD+ LCD display. But it’s not just about size; this screen also features an adaptive refresh rate of up to 120 Hz and a 240 Hz touch sampling rate.
Farewell to slow scrolling and hello to a buttery-smooth experience, whether you’re surfing social media, gaming, or simply navigating the interface. The TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light, Flicker Free, and Circadian Friendly certifications are a welcome bonus, assuring comfortable viewing for your eyes. And the wet touch technology is a surprisingly useful feature for those accidental splashes or humid days.
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Processor and Storage
Under the hood, the Redmi A5 is driven by the UNISOC T7250 processor, an octa-core chipset optimized for efficient performance. Paired with 3GB or 4GB of LPDDR4X RAM and storage capacities of 64GB or 128GB (expandable to 1TB using microSD), this phone will be able to handle your daily tasks with ease. Need a bit of added oomph? The memory extension feature allows you to extend your RAM virtually, giving you a smoother multitasking experience.
Camera Configuration
Xiaomi hasn’t left anything to chance on the camera side either. The Redmi A5 boasts an AI dual rear camera configuration topped with a 32MP primary sensor. Count on good images under different light, further complemented by options like film camera mode, HDR, Ultra HD, and night mode. To cover your selfie needs and video calling, there is an 8MP front-facing camera that has its own assortment of useful features, such as HDR and Night mode. The rear and front cameras both have 1080p video recording abilities at 30 fps.
Battery Power
Bid battery angst farewell! The Redmi A5 comes with a generous 5200mAh battery. This giant should last you a whole day of use with no issues, and when charging is necessary, the 15W fast charging over USB Type-C will have you going again before long.
Software & Connectivity
One of the most thrilling things about the Redmi A5 is that it ships with Android 15 (Go Edition) topped with Xiaomi’s new HyperOS. Together, this promises a fast and efficient user experience. Even better is Xiaomi’s promise of up to two major Android updates and four years of security patches, turning this budget phone into an unexpected future-proof purchase.
The Redmi A5 has all the connectivity bases covered, ranging from dual SIM slots to 4G/LTE, Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz/5 GHz), Bluetooth 5.2, and even an FM radio with a headphone jack. For navigation, you have support for GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BDS. Security is managed by a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and AI face unlock.
Final Thoughts
The Redmi A5 seems to be a serious contender in the Indian budget smartphone market. Its big, high-refresh-rate screen, combined with a large battery and the new Android 15 (Go Edition) with HyperOS, makes it an appealing choice for first-time smartphone users or those seeking a solid and affordable daily driver. The assurance of long-term software support is also a major advantage.
