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Xiaomi Redmi 15a vs Xiaomi Redmi A5 vs Xiaomi Redmi A7
Comparison between Xiaomi Redmi 15a, Xiaomi Redmi A5 and Xiaomi Redmi A7: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Xiaomi.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The Xiaomi Redmi 15a is the most complete choice: it best suits buyers looking for 5G, a larger battery, and stronger performance. The Redmi A5 4G is the pick for a rear 32 MP camera with slow-motion video, while the Redmi A7 is the middle option with a 13 MP camera and 3 GB of RAM.
The Redmi 15a leads on the display, reaching 800 nits versus 450 nits on the Redmi A5 4G and 600 nits on the Redmi A7. It also runs Android 16, while both rivals use Android 15. For performance, its 6 GB of RAM and UFS 2.2 storage beat the A7’s 3 GB and eMMC 5.1; the A5 4G also has 6 GB, but uses eMMC 5.1.
The Redmi 15a has a 6,300 mAh battery, versus 5,200 mAh in both the A5 4G and A7, while all three support 15 W fast charging. The 15a adds 5G and Bluetooth 5.4; the A5 4G stops at LTE and Bluetooth 5.2, while the A7 offers LTE, Bluetooth 5.2, and reverse charging. The A5 4G and A7 weigh 193 g, against 210 g for the 15a.
Xiaomi Redmi 15a
The Xiaomi Redmi 15a is the better buy for 5G, a 6,300 mAh battery, and an 800-nit display.
Xiaomi Redmi A7
The Xiaomi Redmi A7 is the better buy only if it costs less: it offers reverse charging, but has 3 GB of RAM and a 13 MP camera.
The verdict
Your pick: Xiaomi Redmi 15a, ahead on Performance & hardware, Connectivity and Battery & charging.
| Category | Redmi 15a | Redmi A5 | Redmi A7 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.1 | 5.0 | 5.1 |
| Performance & hardware | 4.2 | 3.1 | 2.7 |
| Camera | 3.4 | 3.4 | 3.0 |
| Connectivity | 6.8 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| Battery & charging | 6.5 | 5.5 | 6.2 |
Which one is for you?
Xiaomi Redmi 15a, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 6,300 mAh
- against 5,200 mAh · 5,200 mAh
- AnTuTu Score
- 479,500
- against 308,681 · 308,681
- Storage Type
- UFS 2.2
- against eMMC 5.1 · eMMC 5.1
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 5.4
- against Bluetooth 5.2 · Bluetooth 5.2
Xiaomi Redmi A5, if you care about…
- Resistance Features
- IP54
- against IP52 · IP52
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi A5 | Redmi A7 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Unisoc T8300 | Unisoc Tiger T615 (T7250) | Unisoc Tiger T615 (T7250) |
| Processor Process Size | 6 nm Best value | 12 nm | 12 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G57 MP1 | Mali-G57 MP1 |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 Best value | eMMC 5.1 | eMMC 5.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.2 GHz Best value | 1.8 GHz | 1.8 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 128 GB Best value | 128 GB Best value | 64 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 479,500 Best value | 308,681 | 308,681 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 908 | — | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 2,221 | — | — |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A78 cores at 2.2 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. | Octa-core: 2 × Cortex-A75 at 1.8 GHz and 6 × Cortex-A55 at 1.6 GHz | Octa-core processor with 2 Cortex-A75 cores at 1.8 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 1.6 GHz. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 6 GB Best value | 6 GB Best value | 3 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v10 | v10 |
Design
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi A5 | Redmi A7 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Blue, Purple | Blue, Green, Gold, Black | Black, Blue, Purple |
| Body Thickness | 8.2 mm Best value | 8.3 mm | 8.3 mm |
| Body Width | 79.5 mm | 77.8 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Body Height | 171.6 mm | 171.7 mm | 171.8 mm |
| Weight | 210 g | 193 g Best value | 193 g Best value |
| Usable Surface | 84.3 % Best value | 84.1 % | 82 % |
| Body Materials | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP52 | IP54 Best value | IP52 |
| Drop Resistance Class | — | A | — |
| Repairability Class | — | C | — |
| Drop Test Count | — | 270 | — |
Battery
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi A5 | Redmi A7 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | — | B | — |
| Battery Capacity | 6,300 mAh Best value | 5,200 mAh | 5,200 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 15 W | 15 W | 15 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator, Reverse Charging Best value | Fast Charging, Non-Removable | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable Best value |
| Battery Endurance | — | 45 h 26 min | — |
| Charge cycles | — | 1,000 | — |
Display
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi A5 | Redmi A7 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 800 nits Best value | 450 nits | 600 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.9″ Best value | 6.88″ | 6.88″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 720 px | 720 px | 720 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 1,600 px | 1,640 px Best value | 1,640 px Best value |
| Display Pixel Density | 254 ppi | 260 ppi Best value | 260 ppi Best value |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 240 Hz | — | — |
| Display Contrast Ratio | — | 1,500 :1 | 1,500 :1 |
| Display Features | Water Drop Notch, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light, TÜV Rheinland Flicker-Free Certified, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, Curved Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless | Mohs Level 5, Water Drop Notch, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, In-Cell Technology | IPS LCD, 120Hz, Water Drop Notch, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light, TÜV Rheinland Flicker-Free Certified, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, Curved Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, In-Cell Technology |
Sensors
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi A5 | Redmi A7 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi A5 | Redmi A7 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Cooling System, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing |
Software
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi A5 | Redmi A7 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 16 | Android 15 | Android 15 |
| OS Family | Android | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 16 Best value | 15 | 15 |
| OS Update Support | — | 2 years | 2 years |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Widevine L1 | Yes | — | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi A5 | Redmi A7 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B3, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B8, LTE B28, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n28, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B21, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G Best value | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.4 Best value | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo | GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou, A-GPS | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo |
| Connectivity Features | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Virtual Proximity Sensing, FM Radio, USB Type-C, USB 2.0, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, NFC, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Virtual Proximity Sensing, FM Radio, USB Type-C, Computer Sync, Infrared, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB OTG | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Virtual Proximity Sensing, FM Radio, USB Type-C, USB OTG, Computer Sync, Infrared, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB Host |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
Audio
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi A5 | Redmi A7 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, A2DP, LE Best value | A2DP, LE, Loudspeaker, DTS, DTS:X, Stereo Speakers Best value | A2DP, LE, Loudspeaker |
Technical
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi A5 | Redmi A7 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | — | 25028PC03G, 25028RN03A, 25028RN03I, 25028RN03Y | 26020RNB4A |
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