Redmi A5 Review: Xiaomi’s Redmi A5 has launched in Nepal, targeting budget-conscious users—but it brings features you wouldn’t usually expect at this price. It offers a 120Hz refresh rate, a 32MP AI camera, and even a 2-year warranty. Starting at under Rs. 11,000, it sounds like a great deal. But is it actually worth it?
Redmi A5 Review
Design That Looks Premium
The Redmi A5 has a flat frame with a glossy camera module, giving it a modern look. It’s available in Ocean Blue, Sandy Gold, and Midnight Black in Nepal. Though the back is made of plastic and easily picks up fingerprints, Xiaomi includes a silicone case in the box to help protect it from smudges.
Weighing 193g and measuring 8.26mm thick, the phone feels light and comfortable in hand. If you’re into super slim and ultra-light phones, this might feel a bit bulky—but for most people, it’s manageable.
Smooth Display with Wet Touch
You get a large 6.88-inch IPS LCD display with HD+ resolution. The screen supports a 120Hz refresh rate and 240Hz touch sampling, making scrolling feel smooth. It even comes with Wet Touch support, meaning it works fine even if your fingers are wet.
Brightness goes up to 450 nits, which is okay indoors. Under direct sunlight, though, the display can feel a bit dim. And since it’s only HD+, you won’t get the sharpness you’d find on Full HD screens. What I like is that despite being just an HD display, everything on the screen looks clean and smooth. Whether you’re scrolling through the UI or watching videos on TikTok, or Youtube it still feels sharp and clear.
Basic Water Protection
The Redmi A5 has IP52 water resistance, which means it can handle dust and small splashes, but it’s not waterproof. Don’t drop it in the water or take it to the pool, it’s not built for that.
Decent Everyday Performance
Powered by the Unisoc T7250 chipset and up to 4GB RAM, the phone handles everyday tasks like social media, YouTube, and calls with ease. It runs on Android 15 (Go Edition), so the interface is light, fast, and has minimal bloatware.
Gaming is smooth for lighter titles like Roblox, Clash of Clans, or Subway Surfers. However, with more demanding games or when several apps are open at once, the phone may start to lag. It comes with 64GB or 128GB of storage, and if that’s not enough, you can expand it up to 2TB using a microSD card.
Sound and Unlock Options
There’s only one speaker, and while the audio is clear, it’s not very loud. Watching videos or playing games in noisy places might be tough. Stereo sound is missing, but you do get a 3.5mm headphone jack.
The phone also includes a USB Type-C port and two unlocking options—side-mounted fingerprint sensor and face unlock. Both work well and add to the basic convenience.
Camera That Delivers for the Price
The Redmi A5 has a 32MP rear camera that takes decent photos during the day. The colors look natural, and it handles bright light quite well. The photos aren’t very sharp, but they’re okay for everyday use. In good lighting, it also takes clear pictures of people. The 8MP front camera is good enough for selfies and video calls. Nothing too special, but it works fine.
Here are some photos taken with the Redmi A5.
The Redmi A5 can record videos at 1080p, 30FPS using both the front and rear cameras. The quality is decent for the price and works well for everyday use. It’s good enough for things like video calls or recording simple clips. Overall, the cameras are more suited for basic tasks like capturing quick photos or casual videos.
Battery Life
One of the phone’s biggest highlights is the 5200mAh battery. On normal use—browsing, messaging, calls, and videos—it can last up to two days. Even with heavier use like gaming and streaming, it easily makes it through a full day.
Charging is handled by a 15W charger included in the box. It takes around 2 to 2.5 hours to go from 0 to 100%, which is slow but expected at this price.
Click here for the detailed specifications and full information on the Redmi A5.
Redmi A5 Key Specifications:
- Display: 6.88-inch LCD, HD+ resolution, smooth 120Hz refresh rate
- Processor: Unisoc T7250 (12nm)
- RAM: 3GB / 4GB / 6GB (LPDDR4X)
- Storage: 64GB or 128GB (eMMC 5.1), expandable up to 1TB
- Software: Android 15 Go Edition, with 2 years of OS updates
- Rear Camera:
– 32MP main sensor (f/2.0)
– 0.08MP auxiliary lens
– LED flash - Front Camera: 8MP (f/2.0), waterdrop notch
- Security: Side fingerprint scanner
- Battery: 5200mAh with 15W charging (USB-C)
- Colors: Ocean Blue, Sandy Gold, Midnight Black
- Price in Nepal:
– NPR 10,999 for 3GB RAM + 64GB storage
– NPR 11,999 for 4GB RAM + 128GB storage
Final Verdict: Worth the Price?
For under Rs. 11,000, the Redmi A5 delivers more than expected. It covers all the basics well with a smooth 120Hz display, a clean Android experience, decent cameras, and a long-lasting battery. It’s not made for heavy gaming, and the speaker isn’t the loudest—but for day-to-day use, it performs reliably. Add to that its modern design, IP52 splash resistance, and expandable storage, and you’ve got a strong budget option. If you’re looking for a simple, affordable phone that does the job, the Redmi A5 is worth a look.
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