Xiaomi Redmi A2 Specifications
Xiaomi released its new low-budget smartphone known as Xiaomi Redmi A2 and A2+. Both variants have almost the same features, the main difference is Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus equips a Rear-mounted fingerprint scanner. The Xiaomi Redmi A2 costs around $85 (Rs 6,990 in India) approx. The device comes with 4G network connectivity and is available in Light Green, Black, and Light Blue colors variants. As for battery capacity, this low-budget smartphone offers a huge Li-Po 5000 mAh battery with regular 10W fast charging support.
In terms of display, the device offers a decent 6.52 inches IPS LCD display with 400 nits brightness. Also, the smartphone is available in 2GB to 3GB RAM support that will be accompanied by 32GB eMMC 5.1 internal storage with a dedicated card slot. As for the camera section, the smartphone has an 8MP dual camera with a 5MP selfie lens that can record 1080p videos. In terms of the software, you are getting the Android 12 (Go edition) based MIUI custom UI. Speaking of the performance aspect, the 12nm Mediatek Helio G36 chipset is present for your daily tasks.
| Specifications | Xiaomi Redmi A2 | Xiaomi Redmi A2+ |
| Network | 2G, 3G, 4G | Same |
| Announced | March 2023 | Same |
| SIM | Dual SIM | Same |
| Dimensions | 6.49 x 3.02 x 0.36 inches | Same |
| Weight | 192 g | Same |
| Size | 6.52 inches | Same |
| Display | IPS LCD 400 nits brightness 20:9 ratio ~269 PPI density | Same |
| Protection | No | Same |
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 pixels | Same |
| OS | Android 12 (Go edition), MIUI | Same |
| Chipset | 12nm – Mediatek Helio G36 | Same |
| CPU | Octa-core 4×2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 4×1.7 GHz Cortex-A53 | Same |
| GPU | PowerVR GE8320 | Same |
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | Same |
| RAM | 2GB, 3GB | Same |
| Internal | 32GB eMMC 5.1 | Same |
| Camera | 8 MP (wide) 0.08 MP (depth) Dual-LED flash, HDR Max – 1080p@30fps | Same |
| Selfie | 5 MP Max – 1080p@30fps | Same |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Same |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Same |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n | Same |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE | Same |
| GPS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | Same |
| NFC | No | Same |
| Infrared port | No | Same |
| Radio | Yes | Same |
| USB | Micro USB 2.0 | Same |
| Sensors | Accelerometer | Rear-mounted fingerprint, accelerometer |
| Battery | Li-Po 5000 mAh 10W wired | Same |
| Colors | Light Green, Light Blue, Black | Same |
| Expected Price | $85 (Rs 6,990 in India) approx. | $90 (Rs 7400 in India) approx. |
Xiaomi Redmi A2 Pros and Cons
Based on the above specs, you can see the list of pros and cons (advantages and disadvantages) of the Xiaomi Redmi A2 smartphone.
Pros
- Budget smartphone.
- Huge battery capacity.
- Rear-mounted fingerprint scanner for A2 Plus model.
- Dedicated microSDXC card slot.
- Available in multiple color options.
- Android 12 Go Edition with MIUI support.
- An audio jack is present.
Cons
- The latest Android 13 OS is missing.
- Default refresh rate display.
- Outdated camera setup.
- Slightly heavily built.
- A micro USB 2.0 charging port.
- Not for heavy uses.
- Low RAM and storage variant.
- Without reverse charging support.
