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Xiaomi Redmi A3
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About the Xiaomi Redmi A3
The Redmi A3 is Xiaomi's refreshed entry-level smartphone for 2024, offering meaningful upgrades over its predecessor while keeping the price firmly in ultra-budget territory. The most noticeable improvement is the larger 6.71-inch display with a 90Hz refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection — a rare inclusion at this price that adds genuine durability. Running Android 14 Go edition on the familiar MediaTek Helio G36 chipset, it delivers a clean, responsive experience for basic tasks like messaging, browsing, and social media. The 5,000mAh battery provides comfortable all-day endurance, and storage options up to 128GB with microSD expansion mean you are unlikely to run out of space. The 8MP rear camera and 5MP front camera are basic but functional for quick snaps and video calls. At the very bottom of the UK price ladder, the Redmi A3 hits a sweet spot for buyers who want a modern-looking phone with a smooth display and reliable battery life without spending more than they need to. It is a smart pick for children, elderly family members, or as a dependable backup device.
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Redmi A3 vs Redmi A2 — Key Differences
| Feature | Xiaomi Redmi A3 | Redmi A2 |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.71-inch IPS LCD, 90Hz, HD+, Gorilla Glass 3 | 6.52-inch IPS LCD, 60Hz, HD+ |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G36 | MediaTek Helio G36 |
| Camera system | 8MP main + auxiliary lens, 5MP front | 8MP main + depth sensor, 5MP front |
| Battery | 5,000mAh, 10W charging | 5,000mAh, 10W charging |
| Build / Design | Gorilla Glass 3 front, plastic back, 193g | Plastic build, no glass protection, 192g |
| Storage options | 64GB / 128GB with microSD | 32GB / 64GB with microSD |
| SIM-free price | Not available | From £99.99 |
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Xiaomi Redmi A3 Specifications
Spec Scores
Under £200 Phones · 143 phones
- Helio G36
- Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)
Based on calibrated CPU benchmark rankings (60%) and GFXBench GPU scores (40%). Apple chipsets included via editorial calibration since AnTuTu under-represents Apple's architecture.
- 6.71 inches
- 720 x 1650 pixels (~268 ppi density)
- IPS, 90Hz, 500 nits peak
Based on panel type (LTPO is the modern flagship gold standard), resolution, refresh rate, peak brightness, screen size, and HDR10+ / Dolby Vision support. Marketing peak-brightness claims are capped at 3500 nits to prevent inflation.
- Single camera setup
- 8 MP main camera
- 1080p video recording
Based on main-sensor size (1-inch / 1/1.3" beats 1/2.0"), telephoto reach (periscope > 5x > 3x optical), image processing tier (Apple Pro, Pixel Pro, Galaxy Ultra, Honor Magic Pro, Xiaomi Ultra), pro video features (ProRes, Apple Log, Dolby Vision), camera-partnership branding (Leica, Hasselblad, Zeiss) and OIS. Older flagships are de-rated since image processing pipelines have advanced significantly each generation. Megapixel count is deliberately downweighted — it correlates poorly with real-world camera quality.
- 5 MP front camera
- 1080p selfie video
Based on selfie megapixels and max selfie-video resolution.
- 5,000 mAh
- 10W wired
Based on battery capacity (mAh) adjusted for platform efficiency calibrated against NotebookCheck, Tom's Guide, GSMArena and CNET reviewer tests. Apple A-series gets +45% (iOS process freezing + LTPO 1Hz + tuned panels make iPhone Pro Max outlast many 6500+ mAh Android phones in measured tests). Top Snapdragon / Dimensity flagships get +15%, budget chipsets are penalised −15% to −25% to reflect less efficient displays and looser background limits. Charging speed is excluded — see the separate Fast charging tag for that.
General
Dimensions
168.3 x 76.3 x 8.3
Weight
193 g
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Operating System
Android 14 or Android 14, up to Android 15
Colours
Midnight Black, Forest Green (Olive Green), Star Blue (Lake Blue)
Radio
FM radio
Body
Midnight Black, Forest Green (Olive Green), Star Blue (Lake Blue)
Camera
Primary Camera Megapixels
8
Primary Camera
8 , f/2.0, (wide) Auxiliary lens
Primary Camera Video
1080@30fs
Primary Selfie Camera
5 , f/2.2, (wide)
Video Resolution
1080
Selfie Video Resolution
1080@30fs
Display
Type
IPS LCD, 90Hz, 500 nits (HBM)
Display Size
6.71
Display Resolution
720 x 1650 pixels (~268 ppi density)
Display Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
CPU & Memory
Chipset
Helio G36
GPU
PowerVR GE8320
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)
Memory Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal Storage
64GB 2GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 3GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Sound
Loudspeaker
Yes
3.5mm Jack
Yes
Connectivity & Data
2G
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
4G
1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41
Network Speed
HSPA, LTE
Network Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE
USB
USB Type-C 2.0
NFC
Yes (market/region dependent)
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Battery
Battery
5000
Charging
10W wired
Other
Sensors
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass