HIGHLIGHTS
* Redmi A2 and Redmi A2+ are the latest entry-level smartphones in India.
* The two phones run Android 13 (Go edition) out-of-the-box.
* Here’s all you need to know about the Redmi A2 and Redmi A2+.
Redmi A2, Redmi A2+ smartphones are now official in India.
Xiaomi’s sub-brand Redmi has expanded its entry-level smartphone lineup with the launch of Redmi A2 and Redmi A2+ smartphones in India.
Both the smartphones feature ab HD+ display and are powered by MediaTek chipset.
The duo is backed by a 5000 mAh battery and runs Android 13 Go Edition.
Xiaomi today launched two new entry-level smartphones in India. It’s the Redmi A2 and Redmi A2+ and both smartphones come with the same set of specifications with only few differences.
The Redmi A2 series also runs on Android 13 (Go edition) out-of-the-box.
Here’s all you need to know about the Redmi A2 and Redmi A2+.
Redmi A2, Redmi A2+ India Price, Sale
Redmi A2 starts at Rs 5,999 for the base model with 2GB RAM + 32GB storage. The smartphone also comes with 2GB RAM + 64GB storage, and 4GB RAM + 64GB storage priced at Rs 6,499 and Rs 7,499 respectively. The Redmi A2+ is available only in one RAM and storage configuration, and it is priced at Rs 8,499.
Both smartphones will go on sale from May 23th onwards via Amazon, mi.com and offline stores. You can get the Redmi A2 and Redmi A2+ in three colour options of Aqua Blue, Classic Black, and Sea Green.
Redmi A2, Redmi A2+ Specifications
Redmi A2 and Redmi A2+ sports a 6.52-inch HD+ display with 720×1600 pixel resolution with 60Hz refresh rate and up to 400 nits of peak brightness. The smartphones are powered by an octa-core MediaTek Helio G26 chipset paired with up to 4GB of RAM.
Redmi A2 comes in two storage options — 32GB and 64GB, while the Redmi A2+ packs only 64GB internal stoarge. Both the smartphones come with microSD card support.
The duo runs Android 13 Go Edition and the smartphones come with dual SIM support. The entry level Redmi smartphones feature a single lens 8MP rear camera and a 5MP selfie shooter.
Both the smartphones are backed by a 5000 mAh battery with 10W charging support.
There’s only one difference between the two smartphones. The Redmi A2+ comes equipped with a rear mounted fingerprint sensor which is missing in the Redmi A2.
XIAOMI MI A2 (MI 6X) SPECIFICATIONS
Key Specs
| RAM | 4 GB |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 |
| Rear Camera | 12 MP + 20 MP |
| Front Camera | 20 MP |
| Battery | 3010 mAh |
| Display | 5.99 inches (15.21 cm) |
General
| Launch Date | August 16, 2018 (Official) |
| Operating System | Android v8.1 (Oreo) |
| Custom UI | Android One |
Performance
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 |
| CPU | Octa core (2.2 GHz, Quad core, Kryo 260 + 1.84 GHz, Quad core, Kryo 260) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 14 nm |
| Graphics | Adreno 512 |
| RAM | 4 GB
Excellent
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| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
Display
| Display Type | IPS LCD |
| Screen Size | 5.99 inches (15.21 cm) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2160 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 18:9 |
| Pixel Density | 403 ppi
Best in Class
|
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 77.38 % |
| Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v5 |
| Bezel-less display | Yes |
| Touch Screen | Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
Design
| Height | 158.7 mm Compare Size |
| Width | 75.4 mm |
| Thickness | 7.3 mm
Excellent
|
| Weight | 168 grams
Good
|
| Build Material | Back: Aluminium |
| Colours | Black, Gold, Red, Lake Blue, Rose Gold |
Camera
| MAIN CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Dual | |
| Resolution | 12 MP f/1.75, Primary Camera(2.9″ sensor size, 1.25µm pixel size)20 MP f/1.7(2.8″ sensor size, 1µm pixel size) | |
| Sensor | IMX486, Exmor-RS CMOS Sensor | |
| Autofocus | Yes, Phase Detection autofocus | |
| OIS | No | |
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |
| Image Resolution | 4000 x 3000 Pixels | |
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |
| Shooting Modes | Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) Burst mode |
|
| Camera Features | Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
|
| Video Recording | 3840×2160 @ 30 fps 1920×1080 @ 30 fps 1280×720 @ 120 fps 720×480 @ 30 fps |
|
| FRONT CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Single | |
| Resolution | 20 MP f/2.2, Primary Camera(2.8″ sensor size, 1µm pixel size) | |
| Sensor | Exmor RS | |
| Flash | Yes, Soft light flash | |
| Video Recording | 1920×1080 @ 30 fps | |
Battery
| Capacity | 3010 mAh |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | No |
| Quick Charging | Yes, Quick, v4.0: 50 % in 30 minutes |
| USB Type-C | Yes |
Storage
| Internal Memory | 64 GB
Best in Class
|
| Expandable Memory | No |
| User Available Storage | Up to 48.8 GB |
| USB OTG | Yes |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 |
Network & Connectivity
| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM, GSM+GSM, Dual VoLTE |
| SIM Size | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported in India, 4G Supported in India, 3G, 2G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40) / 2500(band 41)
FD-LTE 2100(band 1) / 1800(band 3) / 850(band 5) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| SIM 2 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40) / 2500(band 41)
FD-LTE 2100(band 1) / 1800(band 3) / 850(band 5) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| SAR Value | Head: 1.092 W/kg, Body: 0.259 W/kg |
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) 5GHz |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi Direct, Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.0 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC | No |
| USB Connectivity | Mass storage device, USB charging |
Multimedia
| FM Radio | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Audio Jack | USB Type-C |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | Rear |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
Faqs on Redmi A2 & Redmi A2+
1) What is the difference between Redmi A2 & Redmi A2+?
Ans) The Redmi A2 and Redmi A2+ don’t really offer any major differences so if you’re fine with not having a fingerprint sensor then you can go for the Redmi A2. But if that is a concern then the Redmi A2+ is recommended.
2) What are Redmi A2, Redmi A2+ specifications?
Ans) Redmi A2 and Redmi A2+ come with the same set of specifications. There are only two key differences which will explain below:
* Display: The Redmi A2 and Redmi A2+ smartphones feature a 6.52-inch HD+ display with a waterdrop notch on top.
* Processor: The two smartphones are also powered by the MediaTek Helio G36 processor.
* Cameras: You also get the same camera setup on the Redmi A2 series. This includes an 8MP primary camera and a QVGA lens. For selfies, there’s a 5MP front camera.
* Battery, charging: The Redmi A2 and Redmi A2+ pack a 5,000mAh battery with 10W charging support.
* Connectivity: On the Redmi A2 and Redmi A2+ you get a 3.5mm headphone jack, a micro-USB port, 4G VoLTE and VoWifi. The Redmi A2+ comes with a rear fingerprint sensor which is one key difference between the two phones.
* Software: Both the smartphones run Android 13 (Go edition) out-of-the-box.
* RAM and storage: Another key difference between the two phones is in RAM and storage. The Redmi A2 comes in three options – 2GB + 32GB, 2GB + 64GB, and 4GB + 64GB. As for the Redmi A2+ it comes only with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage.
3) What is the price of different variants of Redmi A2?
Ans) Redmi A2 comes in three variants — 2GB+32GB, 2GB+64GB and 4GB+64GB priced at Rs 5,999, Rs 6,499 and Rs 7,499 respectively. On the other hand, the Redmi A2+ comes only in single variant 4GB+64GB priced at Rs 8,499.
4) Where can I buy the Redmi A2 Smartphone from ?
Ans) The smartphones will be available online on Amazon.in, mi.com and mi home stores in the country starting May 23. The smartphone maker has also announced that the senior citizens can avail exclusive ‘At-home service’ by raising a request on 1800 103 6286 or send a WhatsApp message on 8861826286.
5) What are the launch offers on Redmi A2 & Redmi A2 Plus?
Ans) -Flat Rs 300 (2GB +32GB) / Rs 500 (4GB +64GB) Instant Discount with ICICI, HDFC & Axis Bank Credit Card & Credit Card EMI
-Free 1-Year Extended Warranty worth Rs 599 for a limited period
6) Redmi A2+ vs Redmi A1+: What’s changed?
Ans) Both phones are identical in every way, down to their dimensions and weight. However, this year’s models come with a significant upgrade in processing power. Where the Redmi A1+ was powered by a quad-core chip, the Redmi A2+ gets the octa-core MediaTek Helio G36 chip, which should translate to improved multi-tasking performance.
The Redmi A2+ also boots into stock Android 13 Go out of the box, whereas the Redmi A1+ arrived with Android 12 Go.
7) Redmi A2 vs Redmi A2+: Which one to get?
Ans) The Redmi A2+ features a fingerprint sensor at the back and is resultantly priced Rs 1,000 higher. All other features are identical to the cheaper model. Redmi A2, meanwhile, relies on face unlock.