Category Breakdown
Blackview Zeno 1
Xiaomi Redmi A2
Performance
72.766.7
Camera
28.419.1
Display
73.267.5
Battery
37.733.7
Build
0.214.7
Connectivity
57.449.5
Audio
87.68.9
Overall
52.241.0
Summary
- The Blackview Zeno 1 features a larger 8.0-inch IPS LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate, offering smoother visuals compared to the Xiaomi Redmi A2's 6.52-inch display with a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
- In terms of performance, the Zeno 1 is powered by the Unisoc T615 chipset, while the Redmi A2 utilizes the Mediatek Helio G36; both are capable but the Zeno 1 has higher RAM options.
- Camera specifications are similar with both having an 8 MP rear camera, but the Zeno 1 has a superior 8 MP front camera compared to the Redmi A2's 5 MP.
- The Zeno 1 also boasts a larger 6000 mAh battery versus the 5000 mAh in the Redmi A2, providing longer usage time.
- Software-wise, the Zeno 1 runs on Android 15 with DokeOS 4.2, while the Redmi A2 operates on Android 12 or 13 with MIUI, indicating a more updated software experience for the Zeno 1.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Blackview Zeno 1
Xiaomi Redmi A2
General
Release Date
2025
2023, March 24
Announced
2025
2023, March 24
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
8"
6.52"
Type
IPS LCD, 90Hz, 350 nits
IPS LCD, 400 nits (typ)
Resolution
800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~189 ppi density)
720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
PPI
800
720
Refresh Rate
90Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Mohs level 5
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Unisoc T615 (12 nm)
Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (2x1.8 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55)
Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU
Mali-G57 MP1
PowerVR GE8320
Memory
64GB 4GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM
32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 2GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/5.0"
8 MP, f/2.0, (wide)0.08 MP (auxiliary lens)
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Dual-LED flash, HDR
Front Camera
8 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/5.0"
5 MP, f/2.2
Front Camera Features
HDR
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
6000 mAh
5000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 6000 mAh
Li-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details
10W wired
10W wired
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
198.6 x 125.9 x 8.2 mm (7.82 x 4.96 x 0.32 in)
164.9 x 76.8 x 9.1 mm (6.49 x 3.02 x 0.36 in)
Weight
336.5 g
192 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Rock Black, Space Orange, Jungle Green
Aqua Blue, Classic Black, Sea Green
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
1.10 W/kg (head) 1.01 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA, LTE
HSPA, LTE
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
Bluetooth
5.2, A2DP, LE
5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✗
USB
USB Type-C, OTG
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✓
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 15, DokeOS 4.2
Android 12 or 13 (Go edition), MIUI
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer
Accelerometer

