Xiaomi Redmi A1+

The Redmi A1+ suits buyers looking for a basic phone with a large display; its main trade-off is that several specifications rank among the weakest of its time. The 6.52-inch display gives content and apps a broad viewing area. Its 269 ppi pixel density and 400 nits brightness, however, are below those of most phones launched around the same time, limiting its display specifications.

This configuration pairs 2 GB of RAM with 32 GB of storage. Both amounts are among the lowest of phones from its time, and the hardware ranks among the weakest. The rear camera's 8 MP resolution is also among the lowest of its time. A 5000 mAh battery has typical capacity, but 10 W charging is slower than that of most phones from the same period. Android 12, Google Services, and support for two Nano-SIM cards round out its main features.

The Redmi A1+ earns a NeoScore of 3.6 and ranks among the weakest phones of its time overall. It is an option for buyers who need basic functions and a large display, and can accept limited memory, a low-resolution camera, and slow charging. Its clearest drawbacks are its small RAM and storage amounts, modest camera resolution, and below-most display brightness and pixel density. Buyers who prioritize those areas have reason to look for a phone with stronger specifications.