Xiaomi Redmi A3

Mobile Review, Overview & Expert Insights

Xiaomi Redmi A3 was announced in February 2024. Xiaomi Redmi A3 is powered by Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm), delivering strong performance with AnTuTu score of 140,941 and Geekbench score of 229 / 842.

It features a 6.71 Inches IPS LCD Capacitive Touchscreen, 16M Colors, Multitouch display, offering clear visuals for videos and apps. The device packs a (Li-Po Non removable), 5000 mAh battery, ensuring dependable all-day endurance. The main camera (Dual Camera: 8 MP, (wide) + 0.08 MP (auxiliary lens), Dual LED Flash) aims to deliver detailed daytime photographs. With a price tag of 23,999 PKR, this phone falls into the budget segment in Pakistan. This roughly translates to about $84.80 USD.

Pros

  • Large battery capacity for long usage sessions.
  • Competent chipset for daily performance and moderate gaming.
  • Fast charging support (as listed).

Cons

  • LCD display instead of AMOLED, resulting in lower contrast levels.
  • Some compromises on camera quality or materials are expected at this price point.

Expert opinion

Xiaomi Redmi A3 runs on Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm), delivering balanced performance for day-to-day usage. Its (Li-Po Non removable), 5000 mAh battery should provide dependable endurance for typical daily use. The IPS LCD Capacitive Touchscreen, 16M Colors, Multitouch display contributes to a comfortable viewing experience for media and everyday tasks. Positioned in the budget segment, it competes strongly within its class.

Who should buy this phone?

Xiaomi Redmi A3 is a good choice for users looking for an affordable smartphone for daily tasks such as calling, social media, video streaming, and moderate multitasking while maintaining good battery life.

Key Specifications

Below are the main specifications including processor, battery, display, camera, and storage configuration of this smartphone.

Price: Price:- 23,999
Battery Capacity: (Li-Po Non removable), 5000 m Ah
Os: Android 14 (Go edition)
Chipset: Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm)
Ram: 4GB RAM
Storage: 128GB Built-in
Type: IPS LCD Capacitive Touchscreen, 16M Colors, Multitouch
Size: 6.71 Inches
Main: Dual Camera: 8 MP, (wide) + 0.08 MP (auxiliary lens), Dual LED Flash
Features: HDR, Video (1080p@30 fps)

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Antutu
140941
Geekbench
229 / 842

Price, Colors, Battery

Battery

Battery Capacity: (Li-Po Non removable), 5000 m Ah
Battery Charging: - Battery charging 10W

Colors

Color swatch for Midnight Black Color swatch for Olive Green Color swatch for Lake Blue
Price:- 23,999
≈ $84.80 USD

Camera

Main Camera

Main: Dual Camera: 8 MP, (wide) + 0.08 MP (auxiliary lens), Dual LED Flash
Features: HDR, Video (1080p@30 fps)

Selfie Camera

Selfie Camera: 5 MP, Video (1080p@30 fps)

Display

Display specifications covering screen size, panel technology, resolution, and protection features affecting viewing experience and visual clarity.

Type: IPS LCD Capacitive Touchscreen, 16M Colors, Multitouch
Size: 6.71 Inches
Resolution: 720 x 1650 Pixels (~268 PPI)
Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Extra Features: 90Hz
Dimensions: 168.3 x 76.3 x 8.3 mm
Weight: 193 g

Hardware

Hardware configuration including processor, RAM, internal storage, and performance-related specifications that influence speed and multitasking capability.

Os: Android 14 (Go edition)
Chipset: Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm)
Cpu: Octa-core (4 x 2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 + 4 x 1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)
Gpu: Power VR GE8320
Clock: 2200 MHz
Cores: 8
Ram: 4GB RAM
Storage: 128GB Built-in
Cardslot: micro SDXC (dedicated slot)

Features

Connectivity and additional features such as WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS positioning, NFC support, USB connectivity, and built-in sensors.

Wlan: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth: v5.3 with A2DP, LE
Positioning: Yes + GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Nfc: No
Usb: USB Type-C 2.0
Sensors: Accelerometer, Fingerprint (side mounted)
Sim: Dual Sim, Dual Standby (Nano-SIM)

Sound

Audio features including loudspeaker performance and headphone jack availability for media and communication usage.

Audiojack: 3.5mm Audio Jack, 24-bit/192k Hz audio, Speaker Phone

Announcement

General information including technology type, launch timeline, dimensions, and overall device build details.

Network: GPRS, EDGE, 3G (HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps), 4G LTE-A
Announcement Month: February
Announcement Year: 2024
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