Redmi A5 launches as Xiaomi’s budget 4G smartphone in India, targeting entry-level users with a large display and long battery life. Phone emphasizes smooth visuals and durability over 5G connectivity.
With dimensions measure 171.7 x 77.8 x 8.3 mm and weighs 193g, featuring a slim profile with IP52 dust/splash resistance.
6.88-inch HD+ IPS LCD Display
Redmi A5 features a large 6.88-inch HD+ IPS LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate and resolution stands at 720 x 1640 pixels (~260-263 ppi density) with 84% screen-to-body ratio and a waterdrop notch. Brightness reaches 450-600 nits (peak/HBM), supporting 240Hz touch sampling for responsive input.
The panel includes enhanced eye comfort modes and up to 1500 nits in some tests, ideal for outdoor use.
Unisoc Processor with Android 15
Redmi A5 uses the Unisoc T7250 octa-core processor, built on a 12nm process with configuration includes 2x Cortex-A75 cores at 1.8GHz for speed and 6x Cortex-A55 cores at 1.6GHz for efficiency, paired with Mali-G57 MP1 GPU.
Redmi A5 runs Android 15 (Go edition) with Xiaomi’s HyperOS skin for lightweight performance on budget hardware. HyperOS includes AI enhancements like circle-to-search and basic system optimizations, paired with Android Go apps for efficient storage use. It supports up to 2 major Android updates and 4 years of security patches.
5200mAh Battery with 15W Fast Charging
Redmi A5 packs a 5200mAh battery, ideal for extended daily use in its budget segment. The large capacity delivers up to 45 hours of mixed usage, including 20+ hours of video playback or 14 hours of reading, retaining health after 1000 cycles.
Phone supports 15W wired fast charging via USB-C with full charge takes about 2-2.5 hours at 15W.
32MP Rear with 8MP Selfie Camera
Redmi A5 features a dual rear camera setup led by a 32MP main sensor (f/2.0, 4P lens) with an auxiliary lens for depth effects and AI enhancements. The rear system supports 1080p at 30fps and 720p at 30fps video, HDR, panorama, and night mode for decent low-light shots.
Phone houses 8MP camera (f/2.0, 4P lens) includes fill-light portraits, time-lapse, and 1080p video for selfies.
3/4GB RAM with Up to 128GB Storage
Redmi A5 in India comes with two primary RAM and storage variants tailored for budget buyers. The base model offers 3GB RAM + 64GB storage, while the higher option provides 4GB RAM + 128GB storage.
LPDDR4X RAM support total virtual expansion to 6GB or 8GB while eMMC 5.1 storage can be expanded up to 2TB via microSD.
Dust Protection, Fingerprint Sensor and Face Unlock
Redmi A5 provides standard budget-level security features like side-mounted fingerprint scanner and face unlock for quick access. Pattern, PIN, and password options add layers without complexity.
Android 15 Go edition delivers 2 OS updates and 4 years of security patches, with Google Play Protect scanning apps.
Redmi A5 holds IP52 dust and splash resistance certification, protecting against light dust ingress and water splashes from any direction for up to 3 minutes.
Connectivity and Color Options
Redmi A5 supports dual SIM 4G LTE connectivity with VoLTE, ensuring reliable network coverage across major bands. Wi-Fi 5 dual-band with hotspot, Bluetooth 5.2 (A2DP/LE), and GPS (A-GPS, GLONASS) provide stable streaming and navigation. USB Type-C 2.0 supports OTG for peripherals.
3.5mm headphone jack pairs with FM radio while sensors include accelerometer, proximity, compass, and ambient light for full functionality in daily use.
Redmi A5 in India comes in three color options: Jaisalmer Gold, Midnight Black, and Ocean Blue
Price Under ₹10,000
Redmi A5 is priced at ₹6,499 for the base variant of 3GB RAM and 64GB storage while it is priced at ₹7,499 for the higher configuration of 4GB RAM and 128GB Storage. Phone is available on company website, major online platforms and selected offline retail stores.