Moto G42 vs Redmi A5 4G
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Key Specifications
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 | Unisoc T7250 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.4", AMOLED, 60Hz | 6.88", IPS LCD, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+8MP+2MP/16MP (Front) | 32MP+0.08MP/8MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5000mAh, 18W | 5200mAh, 15W | ||
| RAM | 4GB | 3GB | ||
| Storage | 64GB | 64GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Performance, Display, Multimedia, Software, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera | Battery, Gaming, Design and Build Quality |
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General
| Colors | Atlantic Green, Metallic Rosé | Jaisalmer Gold, Pondicherry Blue, Just Black | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | July 04, 2022 | April 15, 2025 | ||
| Availability | July 11, 2022 | April 16, 2025 | ||
| Launch Country | India | India | ||
| Launch Price | ₹13,999 | ₹6,499 |
Display
Winner:Moto G42
| Type | AMOLED | IPS LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.4 inches | 6.88 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 720 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2400 pixels | 1650 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 409 ppi | 260 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 700 nits | 600 nits |
Body
Winner:Tie
| Weight | 174.5 grams | 193 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | - | - | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Plastic Material | |||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C | ||
| IP rating | IP52 (Dust and Splash Resistant) | IP52 (Dust and Splash Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Mono Speaker |
Processor
Winner:Redmi A5 4G
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | Unisoc | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 680 | T7250 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 610 | Mali-G57 |
Main Camera
Winner:Moto G42
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 32 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 8 MP | 0.08 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Auxiliary | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro | |||
| Features | Capture smiles, HDR, HIGH-RES, Night Vision | HDR | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | No Stabilization | ||
| Video | Slow Motion |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | Motorola MyUx | Xiaomi HyperOS | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 1 year(s) | 2 year(s) | ||
| AI Features |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Redmi A5 4G
| Front Camera Resolution | 16 MP | 8 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Features | Auto Smile Capture, Filters, Gesture Selfie, Portrait Mode | |||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide |
Battery
Winner:Redmi A5 4G
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 18 W | 15 W |
Memory
Winner:Moto G42
| Storage | 64 GB | 64 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | eMMC 5.1 | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 3 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, LTE, WCDMA |
Connectivity
Winner:Moto G42
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5.2 | ||
| Positioning | A-GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, GPS, LTEPP, SUPL | Beidou, Glonass, GPS/AGPS | ||
| NFC | Supported | - | ||
| Radio | FM Radio | - |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, LED Notification Indicator, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Compass, Proximity Sensor |
