Redmi A5 India Price Leaked Before Launch: What to Expect

Key Takeaways

1. The Redmi A5 will launch in India on April 15 at 12 PM IST, with a starting price of ₹6,499 for the 6/64GB variant.
2. It features a 6.88-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 1640 x 720 pixels and a refresh rate of up to 120Hz.
3. The device is powered by the Unisoc T7250 chipset and offers options for 6GB RAM and 128GB storage, expandable via microSD.
4. It has a 5,200 mAh battery supporting 15W fast charging and a camera setup with a 32MP rear sensor and an 8MP front camera.
5. Connectivity options include dual-SIM support, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Xiaomi is set to introduce a new budget smartphone in its Redmi series in India. The company has announced that the Redmi A5 will be released on April 15 at 12 PM IST. Ahead of the official launch, a recent report from XpertPick has disclosed the price for the entry-level model of this device.

Pricing Details

As per the report, the starting price for the Redmi A5 is ₹6,499 for the 6/64GB variant. Customers will be able to buy the device through Flipkart and the official Xiaomi India website.

Specifications Overview

Although the official launch in India is just days away, the Redmi A5 has already made its appearance in other regions. Here’s a brief overview of its specifications.

The Redmi A5 (4G) features a 6.88-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 1640 x 720 pixels and a refresh rate reaching up to 120Hz. The maximum brightness is rated at 450 nits. The dimensions of the phone are 171.7 x 77.8 x 8.26mm, and it weighs 193 grams. For security, it has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner along with AI facial recognition.

Performance Capabilities

When it comes to performance, the device is powered by the Unisoc T7250 chipset, which is an octa-core processor made with a 12nm process, running at speeds up to 1.8GHz. Besides the 6GB RAM option, it comes with 128GB of eMMC 5.1 storage, which can be expanded using a dedicated microSD slot. Additionally, it features 4GB of virtual RAM.

The A5 is equipped with a 5,200 mAh battery that supports 15W fast charging via USB-C. The camera setup includes a 32MP primary sensor on the rear with an LED flash, and an 8MP selfie camera on the front. On the software side, it operates on Android 15 (Go Edition).

Connectivity Features

In terms of connectivity, the phone offers standard dual-SIM capabilities, dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz and 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.2, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.