The Xiaomi Redmi 5A is an Android smartphone that launched late in 2017.
The smartphone packs a budget specifications profile with the highlight being on the performance profile.
That said, here is what the Redmi 5A has to offer.
Display
Display Size: 5.0 inches
Display Type: IPS LCD
Screen Resolution: 720 x 1280 pixels
Screen Resolution Density: 296 ppi
Screen Protection: None
You get a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with a 720 x 1280 pixels HD resolution. A 5.0-inch display is one of the smallest you can find right now on the market since 5.5-inches is the current standard for budget smartphones.
Design
Dimensions: 140.4 x 70.1 x 8.4 mm
The Xiaomi Redmi 5A is tiny when compared to its rivals. This is primarily due to the diminutive display. The size is just perfect for the buyer with a penchant for pocket-size devices.
Performance
Operating System: Android 7.1.2 (Nougat)
CPU: Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425
RAM: 3GB
Internal Memory: 32 GB
Micro SD: Yes, up to 256 GB
The performance profile of the Redmi 5A is the core reason why you need to purchase the smartphone. A Snapdragon 425 chipset powers the smartphone. This is impressive because it’s rare to find a Qualcomm chipset on a device priced under Ksh. 10,000.
Camera
Rear Camera: 13 MP
Secondary Camera: 5 MP
LED Flash: Yes
The Xiaomi Redmi 5A offers a 13 MP camera for general photography and a 5MP camera for selfies.
Battery and Extras
Battery Capacity: 3000 mAh
A 3000 mAh battery powers the Xiaomi Redmi 5A.
Price in Kenya
The Redmi 5A has a suggested retail price of Ksh. 9,999 in Kenya.
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