Lenovo A5
#4549
Xiaomi Redmi 3x
#4082Category Breakdown
Lenovo A5
Xiaomi Redmi 3x
Performance
52.860.3
Camera
35.519.1
Display
56.556.5
Battery
28.129.3
Build
0.275.6
Connectivity
46.647.9
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
32.636.4
Summary
- The Lenovo A5 features a 5.45-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels, while the Xiaomi Redmi 3x has a slightly smaller 5.0-inch IPS LCD with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the A5 is powered by a Mediatek MT6739 chipset with a quad-core CPU, whereas the Redmi 3x utilizes a Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 with an octa-core CPU, offering better multitasking capabilities.
- Both phones have a 13 MP rear camera, but the Redmi 3x has a slightly wider aperture of f/2.0 compared to the A5's f/2.2, potentially improving low-light performance.
- The A5 has a 4000 mAh battery, while the Redmi 3x offers a marginally larger 4100 mAh battery.
- In terms of software, the A5 runs on Android 8.0 (Oreo) with ZUI 3.9, providing a more updated experience compared to the Redmi 3x, which operates on Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow) with MIUI 7.3.
- Build quality favors the Redmi 3x with its glass front and aluminum frame, making it feel more premium than the A5's plastic build.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Lenovo A5
Xiaomi Redmi 3x
General
Release Date
2018
2016
Announced
2018
2016
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
5.45"
5"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~295 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6739 (28 nm)
Qualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53
Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
PowerVR GE8100
Adreno 505
Memory
16GB 3GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP, f/2.2, 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF
13 MP, f/2.0, PDAF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, panorama
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
8 MP, f/2.2, 1.12µm
5 MP, f/2.2
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30/60fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
4000 mAh
4100 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 4100 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
10W wired
10W wired
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
146.2 x 70.9 x 9.8 mm (5.76 x 2.79 x 0.39 in)
139.3 x 69.6 x 8.5 mm (5.48 x 2.74 x 0.33 in)
Weight
160 g
144 g
Materials
N/A
Glass front, aluminum/plastic back, aluminum frame
Colors
Black, Gold, Rose Gold
Gold, Dark Gray, Silver
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM
Nano-SIM + Micro-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA, LTE, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.2, A2DP, LE
4.1, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 8.0 (Oreo), ZUI 3.9
Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), MIUI 7.3
Fingerprint
✓
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass