Category Breakdown
Realme C1 (2019)
Xiaomi Redmi A2
Performance
62.666.7
Camera
28.419.1
Display
56.567.5
Battery
29.733.7
Build
71.814.7
Connectivity
49.549.5
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
40.741.0
Summary
- The Realme C1 (2019) features a 6.2-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels, while the Xiaomi Redmi A2 has a slightly larger 6.52-inch IPS LCD with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the C1 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 chipset, whereas the Redmi A2 utilizes the Mediatek Helio G36, which offers a more modern architecture.
- The C1's rear camera setup includes a 13 MP main sensor and a 2 MP depth sensor, compared to the Redmi A2's 8 MP main sensor and an auxiliary lens.
- Battery capacity is higher in the Redmi A2 at 5000 mAh, compared to the C1's 4230 mAh, and it supports 10W charging.
- Both devices run different versions of Android, with the C1 on Android 8.1 and ColorOS 5.2, while the Redmi A2 operates on Android 12 or 13 (Go edition) with MIUI, providing a more updated software experience.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Realme C1 (2019)
Xiaomi Redmi A2
General
Release Date
2019
2023, March 24
Announced
2019
2023, March 24
Description
Versions: RMX1811
N/A
Display
Size
6.2"
6.52"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD, 400 nits (typ)
Resolution
720 x 1520 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~271 ppi density)
720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm)
Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm)
CPU
Octa-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53
Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU
Adreno 506
PowerVR GE8320
Memory
32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 2GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP, f/2.2, AF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
8 MP, f/2.0, (wide)0.08 MP (auxiliary lens)
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Dual-LED flash, HDR
Front Camera
5 MP, f/2.2
5 MP, f/2.2
Front Camera Features
HDR
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
4230 mAh
5000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 4230 mAh, non-removable
Li-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details
N/A
10W wired
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
156.2 x 75.6 x 8.2 mm (6.15 x 2.98 x 0.32 in)
164.9 x 76.8 x 9.1 mm (6.49 x 3.02 x 0.36 in)
Weight
168 g
192 g
Materials
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
N/A
Colors
Black, Blue
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 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
HSPA, LTE
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
Bluetooth
4.2, A2DP, LE
5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 8.1 (Oreo), ColorOS 5.2
Android 12 or 13 (Go edition), MIUI
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer

