Realme C21Y vs Redmi A5 4G
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Beebom Score
80
Beebom Score
Key Specifications
| Processor | Unisoc Tiger T610 | Unisoc T7250 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.5", IPS LCD, 60Hz | 6.88", IPS LCD, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 13MP+2MP+2MP/5MP (Front) | 32MP+0.08MP/8MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5000mAh | 5200mAh, 15W | ||
| RAM | 3GB | 3GB | ||
| Storage | 32GB | 64GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Main Camera | Performance, Display, Multimedia, Battery, Gaming, Design and Build Quality |
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General
| Colors | Cross Black, Cross Blue | Jaisalmer Gold, Pondicherry Blue, Just Black | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | August 23, 2021 | April 15, 2025 | ||
| Availability | August 30, 2021 | April 16, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹8,999 | ₹6,499 |
Display
Winner:Redmi A5 4G
| Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.5 inches | 6.88 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 720 pixels | 720 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 1600 pixels | 1650 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 270 ppi | 260 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | HD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 400 nits | 600 nits |
Body
Winner:Redmi A5 4G
| Weight | 200 grams | 193 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | - | - | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Plastic Material | |||
| Port | microUSB 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C | ||
| IP rating | - | IP52 (Dust and Splash Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Loudspeaker | Mono Speaker |
Processor
Winner:Realme C21Y
| Chipset Brand | Unisoc | Unisoc | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Tiger T610 | T7250 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G52 MP2 | Mali-G57 |
Main Camera
Winner:Realme C21Y
| Camera Resolution | 13 MP | 32 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 2 MP | 0.08 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Macro | Auxiliary | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Depth | |||
| Features | HDR | HDR | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | No Stabilization | ||
| Video |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | Realme UI | Xiaomi HyperOS | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 1 year(s) | 2 year(s) | ||
| AI Features |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Redmi A5 4G
| Front Camera Resolution | 5 MP | 8 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | Fixed Focus | |||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
Battery
Winner:Redmi A5 4G
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 15 W |
Memory
Winner:Tie
| Storage | 32 GB | 64 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | eMMC 5.1 | eMMC 5.1 | ||
| RAM | 3 GB | 3 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | GSM, LTE FDD, LTE TD, WCDMA | GSM, LTE, WCDMA |
Connectivity
Winner:Redmi A5 4G
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 4 802.11 a/b/g/n | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5.2 | ||
| Positioning | AGPS, Beidou, GLONASS, GPS | Beidou, Glonass, GPS/AGPS | ||
| NFC | - | - | ||
| Radio | - | - |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Rear Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Compass, Proximity Sensor |
