Compare: Xiaomi Redmi 6 32GB vs Xiaomi Redmi 7A 32GB

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The Xiaomi Redmi 7A 32GB is a slightly better phone than the Xiaomi Redmi 6 32GB, and is also significantly better value for money. What should you buy? Go for the Xiaomi Redmi 7A 32GB!

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	Xiaomi Redmi 6 32GB	Xiaomi Redmi 7A 32GB

Buy Now	Buy	not available currently
Excellence Score	16.4	17.4
Value for Money Score	52.6	64.8
Price	₹ 8,041 onwards	₹ 6,199 onwards
Launch Date (India)	Sep, 2018	Jul, 2019
Expected Launch Date	N/A	N/A
Smartphone OS	Android 8.1 Oreo, Upgradeable to Android 10Low likelihood of getting updated to next Android version	Android 9.0 Pie, Upgradeable to Android 10Low likelihood of getting updated to next Android version
Touchscreen	Yes (Capacitive)	Yes (Capacitive)
Screen Size	5.45 inches	5.45 inches
Screen Resolution	720x1440 pixels (~ 295 pixels per inch)	720x1440 pixels (~ 295 pixels per inch)
Tall Aspect Ratio / Minimal Bezels	Yes	Yes
Scratch Resistant Display		Yes
Display Type	IPS LCD	IPS LCD
Screen Refresh Rate	60 HzStandard	60 HzStandard
Display Features	IPS LCD, 2.5D Curved Glass, Sunlight display, Night display, Reading mode, Automatic contrast, Color temperature adjustment	Sunlight mode, Night mode, Reading mode, Color temperature adjustment, Standard mode
Full Physical QWERTY Keypad
Processor	2 GHz	2 GHz
Processor Type	Octa Core	Octa Core
Processor Name	MediaTek Helio P22Ranked #81 in Mobile Processor Benchmarks	Qualcomm Snapdragon 439Ranked #89 in Mobile Processor Benchmarks
GPU	PowerVR GE8320	Adreno 505
RAM	3 GB	2 GB
3G	Yes	Yes
4G	Yes	Yes
5G
VoLTE	Yes	Yes
WiFi	Yes	Yes
VoWiFi/WiFi-Calling		Yes
GPS	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth	Yes	Yes
Connecting Port	microUSB	microUSB
Primary Camera	12MP + 5MP	12MP
Camera Auto-Focus	Yes	Yes
Camera Flash	Yes	Yes
HD Video Recording	Yes (Full HD)	Yes (Full HD)
Other Camera Features	12MP: F/2.2 Aperture; 1.25 um Pixel Size; PDAF, 5MP: F/2.2 Aperture; 1.12 um Pixel Size, Portrait mode, Beautify, Low light photo enhancement, HDR, Burst mode, Camera timer, Scene selection, Panorama	F/2.2 Aperture, Sony IMX486 Sensor, PDAF, 1.25um Pixel Size, AI Beautify, Face recognition, Low light enhancement, Standard HDR, Auto HDR, Burst mode
Secondary Camera	5.0MP	5MP
Secondary Camera Features	1.12um Pixel Size, F/2.2 Aperture, Beautify, Portrait mode, HDR, Age detection, Selfie timer	AI Portrait mode, Bokeh Mode, AI Smart Beauty mode, Selfie Timer, HDR
Internal Memory	32 GB	32 GB
Expandable Memory Slot	Yes, up to 256 GB	Yes, up to 256 GB
Contacts Storage	Unlimited	Unlimited
SMS Storage	Unlimited	Unlimited
Music Player	Yes	Yes
FM Radio	Yes	Yes (Wireless)
Dual SIM	GSM+GSM	GSM+GSM
Thickness	8.3 mmMedium	9.55 mmThick
Weight	146 gmLight	165 gmMedium
Width	71.5 mmComfortable for one-handed use	70.4 mmComfortable for one-handed use
Audio Output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
Water Resistant		Yes, Splash resistant
Battery Capacity	3000 mAh	4000 mAh
Battery Standby	N/A	N/A
Battery Standby (3G)	N/A	N/A
Battery Talktime	N/A	N/A
Battery Talktime (3G)	N/A	N/A
Fast Charging Support
Included Fast Charger
Other Battery Parameters	N/A	Audio Playback Time: 198 hrs, VoLTE calling: 30 hrs, Video Playback Time: 13 hrs
Fingerprint sensor	Yes
Other Features	Noise Filtration	2 years warranty; Noise Filtration
2-minute Review [Positives]	Has a visibly smaller profile than its predecessor (Redmi 5), and is a joy to handle, thanks to its smaller footprint, especially if you struggle while using the large screen smartphones out there The fingerprint sensor is blazing fast, and there is also 'Face Unlock' that works fine in well-lit conditions Good, modern, tall display at this price point - delivers punchy colors, though sunlight legibility could have been a little better MIUI is one of the nicer Android UIs, and is quite feature-rich The Helio P22 is a bit better than the Redmi 5's Snapdragon 450, and you can certainly see a performance jump in terms of gaming - for a device at this price point, the Redmi 6 comes across as surprisingly good with gaming performance Packs a good dual rear camera set-up - as far as the Redmi 6’s camera performance is considered, it rises above its budget status and delivers some pretty good quality images for a smartphone at this price - in well-lit conditions, it can take click some really nice photos with good color accuracy and minimal noise - in fact, in daylight, the Redmi 6 is simply the best at its price point - the portrait shots clicked by the Redmi 6 are also quite vibrant and the depth reproduction is adequate too - the colors are accurate too, especially if the photos are clicked in outdoor environments under abundant sunlight Overall, the quality of the rear camera is one area where the Redmi 6 is a significant upgrade over the Redmi 5 Decent selfie camera too - manages to capture some decent shots, and bokeh shots are fine to Decent battery life - the 3000mAh battery will comfortably provide a full work-day, with moderate use Overall, the Redmi 6 looks like yet another winner from Xiaomi - the overall performance, battery life and an above-par photography experience significantly outweigh the drawbacks In the competition, the Realme 2 is a compelling option, but sluggish performance and relatively underwhelming cameras will likely make most people prefer the Redmi 6 - the Redmi 5 might actually be a more serious competitor and will give you better build quality but the Redmi 6 is newer (hence, will receive more updates), has the better camera, and better gaming performance	Very good build quality Nice looking plastic design, with a matte finish (though it's not quite as stylish and modern as the Realme C2, with the company's trademark diamond design and dewdrop notch) Matte finish means it's easier to keep the phone's body clean and also doesn't highlight scratches It is also a pretty compact phone - if you like smaller phones, you will like the Redmi 7A - it fits well in hands Splash proof Fast face unlock Decent 5.45-inch IPS display with good viewing angles MIUI is one of the more refined Android UIs, and packs many features like 'dark mode', 'reading mode' etc - this time the ads are relatively less intrusive too, compared to recent Redmi phones (although they are still there) Pretty decent performance with the new Snapdragon 439 processor - day-to-day use is fairly smooth, and simple games run well Overall processor performance is pretty similar compared to its main competitor, the Realme C2 Decent set of rear (12MP) and front cameras (5MP), for the price bracket In outdoor situations specially, the cameras deliver good results with pretty good details and colours Overall, the camera performance is similar to the other "relatively good" camera phone for the ultra-budget category, the Realme C2 Very good battery life with a large 4000mAH battery - you can easily get up to 1.5 days of use The Xiaomi Redmi 7A is the first Xiaomi phone to come with two years of warranty Overall, the Redmi 7A is a pretty solid ultra-budget option from the Xiaomi camp - if you don't care much for having a stylish design, and your performance requirements are basic, it's a good, reliable option to go for
2-minute Review [Negatives]	While the phone looks pretty decent, the glossy plastic build is arguably a step backwards from the metal build of the Redmi 5 - if aesthetics and better build quality are what you are after, the older Redmi 5 is the better option - or you can also check out the Realme 2, which offers a unique dual-glass design with some eye-catching patterns on the rear panel Low light performance is more of a mixed bag, with not that great color reproduction The repositioned loudspeaker at the rear is not the best decision - sound will tend to be muffled when the phone is placed on its back - considering that the Redmi 5 had it on the bottom frame	While the design is pretty decent, it does looks a bit old-school with the large bezels Sunlight legibility could have been better 2GB RAM is somewhat limiting in terms of multitasking performance Low light performance is expectedly average though
Expert Reviews	Yet another winner from Xiaomi, and it surely offers way more than you expect from an entry-level device from another brand in-depth Read Review » Decent hardware for the price, and it offers better performance than the smartphone it replaces in-depth Read Review » Worth your hard earned money in-depth Read Review » One of the best value for money phones in the market....a good option for consumers looking for the first touch-screen smartphone in-depth Read Review » A worthy successor to the Redmi 5 in-depth Read Review » if you're looking for a budget smartphone with reasonable performance in camera and everyday usage, the Redmi 6 could be a worthy option in-depth Read Review » in-depth Read Review »	The Redmi 7A is quite a steal in-depth Read Review » If you are a first-time smartphone user, the Redmi 7A is worth every paisa...However, if you want a more appealing design and an additional camera for better portrait shots, the Realme C2 is a better pick in-depth Read Review » If you’re looking for an all-rounder in the ultra-budget price bracket, the Redmi 7A should be the top option in-depth Read Review » Great smartphone experience for feature phone users..there’s a fair bit of value on offer here in-depth Read Review » Does well for its price category in-depth Read Review » A solid choice...First-time smartphone buyers can find total worth with the Redmi 7A, as it delivers a great experience in-depth Read Review » For the price, it’s hard to see a single place where the Xiaomi Redmi 7A puts a foot wrong....the safest of safe bets in-depth Read Review » A great option for this price category...For a first time buyer looking to dip their toes in the Android ecosystem through an affordable entry-level device, the Redmi 7A comes recommended in-depth Read Review » At this price, the Redmi 7A is definitely the best in the business in-depth Read Review » For the price, it is a really good option in-depth Read Review » An excellent choice for first-time smartphone users in-depth Read Review » in-depth Read Review » hands-on Read Review » hands-on Read Review » hands-on Read Review » hands-on Read Review »
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