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Xiaomi Redmi A2

Specifications

Xiaomi Redmi A2
Xiaomi Redmi A2 (Redmi A Series)
Processor
Mediatek Helio G36 8 x 2.2 GHz, Cortex-A53
Graphics adapter
Memory
2048 MB 
Display
6.52 inch 20:9, 1600 x 720 pixel 269 PPI, capacitive touchscreen, IPS, glossy: yes
Storage
32 GB eMMC Flash, 32 GB 
, 20 GB free
Connections
1 USB 2.0, Audio Connections: 3.5mm audio jack, Card Reader: microSD (dedicated, up to 1TB), Brightness Sensor, Sensors: accelerometer, microUSB
Networking
802.11a/b/g/n (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/), Bluetooth 5.0, 2G (850/​900/​1800/​1900), 3G (B1/​B5/​B8), 4G (B1/​B3/​B5/​B7/​B8/​B20/​B28/​B38/​B40/​B41) , Dual SIM, LTE, GPS
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 9.1 x 164.9 x 76.8 ( = 0.36 x 6.49 x 3.02 in)
Battery
5000 mAh Lithium-Polymer, 10 Watt charging
Operating System
Android 13
Camera
Primary Camera: 8 MPix f/​2.0, contrast-AF, LED-flash, Videos @1080p/​30fps (Camera 1); 0,8 MP, depth of field (Camera 2)
Secondary Camera: 5 MPix f/2.2, Videos @1080p/​30fps
Additional features
Speakers: mono speaker, charger, USB cable, SIM tool, 24 Months Warranty, SAR: 0.897W/​kg Head, 0.997W/​kg Body, FM radio, fanless
Weight
192 g ( = 6.77 oz / 0.42 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)
Price
110 Euro

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 56.9% - poor
Average of 2 scores (from 4 reviews)
price: - %, performance: 46%, features: 36%, display: 58% mobility: 75%, workmanship: 80%, ergonomy: 77%, emissions: 96%

Reviews for the Xiaomi Redmi A2

73.8% Xiaomi Redmi A2 review - Compromises in the cheap phone | Notebookcheck
The Xiaomi Redmi A2 is available on the Internet for well under 100 Euros. What can you expect from such a cheap smartphone? After all, the manufacturer promises regular updates and long runtimes. We take a closer look at the entry-level phone in our review.
Xiaomi Redmi A2 Specifications, Pros and Cons
Source: OI Spice Tech News English
Xiaomi released its new low-budget smartphone known as Xiaomi Redmi A2 and A2+. Both variants have almost the same features, the main difference is Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus equips a Rear-mounted fingerprint scanner. The Xiaomi Redmi A2 costs around $85 (Rs 6,990 in India) approx. The device comes with 4G network connectivity and is available in Light Green, Black, and Light Blue colors variants. As for battery capacity, this low-budget smartphone offers a huge Li-Po 5000 mAh battery with regular 10W fast charging support. In terms of display, the device offers a decent 6.52 inches IPS LCD display with 400 nits brightness. Also, the smartphone is available in 2GB to 3GB RAM support that will be accompanied by 32GB eMMC 5.1 internal storage with a dedicated card slot. As for the camera section, the smartphone has an 8MP dual camera with a 5MP selfie lens that can record 1080p videos. In terms of the software, you are getting the Android 12 (Go edition) based MIUI custom UI. Speaking of the performance aspect, the 12nm Mediatek Helio G36 chipset is present for your daily tasks.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/09/2023

Foreign Reviews

40% Test Labo du XIAOMI Redmi A2 : un bon rapport qualité-prix
Source: L' Eclaireur FNAC French FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/25/2023
Rating: Total score: 40% performance: 70% display: 30% mobility: 60%
Xiaomi Redmi A2 - recenzja, test, opinia i dane techniczne
Source: Unite4buy Turkish PL→EN
Positive: Long battery life. Negative: No USB-C; mediocre cameras; no fingerprint sensor; weak hardware; poor cameras; slow charging.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/25/2023
Trên tay Redmi A2: Smartphone siêu rẻ của Xiaomi, mặt lưng giả da, pin 5000mAh, giá chưa tới 2 triệu đồng
Source: Cell Phones VN→EN
Positive: Low price; premium design; great built quality; large battery capacity; big screen.
Hands-On, online available, Medium, Date: 08/24/2023

Comment

Imagination PowerVR GE8320: Integrated graphics card for mid-range ARM SoCs.

These graphics cards are not suited for Windows 3D games. Office and Internet surfing however is possible.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


Helio G36: ARM based octa core SoC (8x small ARM Cortex-A53 cores) clocked at up to 2.2 GHz. The chip also includes a Cat.4 LTE modem and a PowerVR G38320 at 680 MHz. The SoC is produced in 12nm (FinFET) and except for the higher clock speed similar to the old Helio G25.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


6.52":

It is a small display format for smartphones. You shouldn't be severely defective in vision, and you won't see much detail on the screen and only have a small resolution available. For that, the device should be small and handy, easy to transport.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


Xiaomi:

Founded in 2010, Xiaomi Corporation is a Chinese multinational electronics company and produces consumer electronics and related products, including smartphones, televisions, fitness bands, power banks, headphones, smart devices and accessories. Xiaomi offers its products under the Mi, Redmi and POCO brands.


56.9%: Such a poor rating is rare. There are only a few notebooks that were rated even worse. The rating websites do not give a purchase recommendation here.


» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

 

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Stefan Hinum (Update: 2023-05- 7)