Redmi A5 4G vs Lava Shark
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Beebom Score
31
Beebom Score
Key Specifications
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | Unisoc T606 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.88", IPS LCD, 120Hz | 6.67", IPS LCD, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 32MP+0.08MP/8MP (Front) | 50MP/8MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5200mAh, 15W | 5000mAh, 18W | ||
| RAM | 3GB | 4GB | ||
| Storage | 64GB | 64GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Performance, Display, Multimedia, Gaming and Main Camera | Battery, Design and Build Quality |
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General
| Colors | Jaisalmer Gold, Pondicherry Blue, Just Black | Titanium Gold, Stealth Black | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | April 15, 2025 | March 25, 2025 | ||
| Availability | April 16, 2025 | March 31, 2025 | ||
| Launch Country | India | India | ||
| Launch Price | ₹6,499 | ₹6,999 |
Display
Winner:Redmi A5 4G
| Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.88 inches | 6.67 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 720 pixels | 720 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 1650 pixels | 1612 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 260 ppi | 269 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | HD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 600 nits |
Body
Winner:Lava Shark
| Weight | 193 grams | 200 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | - | - | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C | USB Type-C | ||
| IP rating | IP52 (Dust and Splash Resistant) | IP54 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Mono Speaker | Mono Speaker |
Processor
Winner:Redmi A5 4G
| Chipset Brand | Unisoc | Unisoc | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | T7250 | T606 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G57 | Mali-G57 MP1 |
Main Camera
Winner:Redmi A5 4G
| Camera Resolution | 32 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 0.08 MP | |||
| Camera 2 Type | Auxiliary | |||
| Features | HDR | HDR | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | No Stabilization | ||
| Video |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | Xiaomi HyperOS | Lava Android | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 2 year(s) | 1 year(s) | ||
| AI Features |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Redmi A5 4G
| Front Camera Resolution | 8 MP | 8 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Single | ||
| Features | ||||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 720p@30/60fps |
Battery
Winner:Lava Shark
| Capacity | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Ion | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 15 W | 18 W |
Memory
Winner:Tie
| Storage | 64 GB | 64 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | eMMC 5.1 | eMMC 5.1 | ||
| RAM | 3 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR3 |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM , dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | GSM, LTE, WCDMA | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
Winner:Redmi A5 4G
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5 | ||
| Positioning | Beidou, Glonass, GPS/AGPS | GPS | ||
| NFC | - | - | ||
| Radio | - | FM Radio |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Compass, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Compass, Proximity Sensor |
