The Redmi A1+ is a budget Android smartphone that was launched in October 2022 and is available for purchase in the Kenyan market.
The A1+ is the first phone in the brand’s new Redmi A series of entry-level smartphones. Previously, Xiaomi released the Mi A1, which tries to fit into the budget segment and can be considered the Predecessor to the newer A1+.
The Redmi A1+ packs a solid entry-level profile with highlights on its design and performance. That said, let’s take a look at what the A1+ has to offer.
Key Specs of the Redmi A1+
- Display Size: 6.52-inches
- Dimensions: 164.9 x 76.5 x 9.1 mm
- RAM: 2GB
- Back Camera: 8+0.3MP
- Battery Capacity: Li-Po 5000mAh
- Price in Kenya: Ksh. 10,499
Display
Display Size: 6.52-inch
Display Type: IPS LCD
Screen Resolution: 1600 x 720 pixels
Screen Resolution Density: –
The Redmi A1+ sports a 6.52-inch IPS LCD with a 720p resolution. It’s a dewdrop notch with a tall 20:9 aspect ratio.
Quite a modest display profile, but ideal for a budget segment device. Plus, the large screen is sufficient enough to enjoy all your favorite media whether at home or on the go.
Design
Dimensions: 164.9 x 76.5 x 9.1 mm
The Redmi A1+ is a decent-looking smartphone. It may have its downsides like its plastic-built body, but it does come with some positives like its leathery finish on the back. Overall, it’s really easy on the eye.
Additionally, it comes with a offers a bunch of other features including a microSD card slot, a rear fingerprint sensor, and 2 SIM card slots. The smartphone is available in either Light Blue, Classic Black, or Light Green color options.
Performance
Operating System: Android 12 Go Edition
CPU: 2.0Ghz Quad-core
RAM: 2GB
Internal Storage: 32GB
Micro SD: Yes
The most outstanding feature of the A1+ is that it does not run on Xiaomi’s MI user interface. This signifies a sort of ‘independence’ and instead comes with what Xiaomi claims is a “clean Android 12”.
The company stated the A1+ is suited to an audience that doesn’t want a flashy UI and just wants a phone that runs smoothly with minimum fuss.
As for processing power, the Redmi A1+ is powered by MediaTek’s A22 chipset coupled with up to 2GB RAM aided by Redmi’s memory extension feature. Storage-wise, the device comes equipped with 32GB of internal memory, expandable up to 512GB.
Camera
Back Camera: 8+0.3MP
Selfie Camera: 5MP
LED Flash: Yes
The Redmi A1+ packs a dual camera system consisting of an 8MP main lens and a 0.3MP depth lens for general photography. For selfies and video calls, you get a 5MP shooter.
Battery
Battery Capacity: Li-Po 5000mAh
A Li-Po 5000mAh battery supporting 10W fast charging keeps the lights on the Redmi A1+. The A1+ should last a day or two depending on the usage.
Price in Kenya
The Redmi A1+ is available for purchase online as well as offline at a suggested retail price of Kshs. 10,499.
Alfred Gitonga is a passionate tech news writer with a deep interest in smartphones and related technologies. He is a staff writer at Mobitrends.co.ke.
