Xiaomi Redmi 8A Dual (3GB RAM + 32GB) vs Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus
Quick Comparison
Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus has better RAM than Xiaomi Redmi 8A Dual (3GB RAM + 32GB). In terms of display resolution, Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus has better resolution of 1600 x 720 than Xiaomi Redmi 8A Dual (3GB RAM + 32GB) which has resolution of 1520 x 720. Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus has more internal memory than Xiaomi Redmi 8A Dual (3GB RAM + 32GB)
| Name | Xiaomi Redmi 8A Dual (3GB RAM + 32GB) | Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus |
| RAM | 3 GB | 4 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.22 in | 6.52 in |
| Internal Memory | 32 GB | 64 GB |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Camera | 13 MP + 2 MP Dual | 8 MP + 0.08 MP Dual |
| Price | Rs. 8999 | Rs. 7990 |
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Price And Launch
The launch Date of the first phone is February 11, 2020 . The cost of Xiaomi Redmi 8A Dual (3GB RAM + 32GB) is Rs. 8999. The launch Date of the second phone is May 19, 2023. The cost of Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus is Rs. 7990.
Display comparison
Xiaomi Redmi 8A Dual (3GB RAM + 32GB) has screen size of 6.22 inches which falls short to Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus's 6.52 inch screen. Xiaomi Redmi 8A Dual (3GB RAM + 32GB) has LCD Screen type where as Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus has IPS Screen type. Xiaomi Redmi 8A Dual (3GB RAM + 32GB) has display density of 270 PPI & Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus has only 269 PPI display density. In terms of screen to body ratio, Xiaomi Redmi 8A Dual (3GB RAM + 32GB) has better screen to body ratio of ~ 81.8% than Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus's ~ 81%. Xiaomi Redmi 8A Dual (3GB RAM + 32GB) has 19:9 aspect ratio where as Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus has 20:9 aspect ratio.
Memory comparison
Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus's larger 4 GB RAM is better for playing games and all with respect to Xiaomi Redmi 8A Dual (3GB RAM + 32GB)'s lower 3 GB RAM. Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus has more Internal Memory (64 GB) than Xiaomi Redmi 8A Dual (3GB RAM + 32GB) (32 GB).
Camera comparison
Xiaomi Redmi 8A Dual (3GB RAM + 32GB)'s 13 MP + 2 MP Dual Rear Camera outshines Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus's 8 MP + 0.08 MP Dual Rear Camera in terms of resolution. Xiaomi Redmi 8A Dual (3GB RAM + 32GB) will be better choice if you're looking to click lot of selfies as it has better 8 MP Front Camera in comparison to Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus's 5 MP Front Camera.
Technical comparison
Both the phones has Android Operating System but the first one runs on version 9 and the second one on 13 version.
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| Name | Xiaomi Redmi 8A Dual (3GB RAM + 32GB) | Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus |
| General | ||
| Model | Redmi 8A Dual | Redmi A2 Plus |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano+Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone | Smartphone |
| Release Date | February 11, 2020 | May 19, 2023 |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions | 75.41 x 156.48 x 9.4 mm | 76.75 x 164.9 x 9.09 mm |
| Weight | 188 g | 192 g |
| Colors | Aqua Blue, Sea Green, Classic Black | |
| Display | ||
| Type | Color LCD Screen (16M Colors) | Color IPS Screen (16M Colors) |
| Touch | Yes | Yes, 120 Hz Touch Sampling Rate |
| Size | 6.22 inches, 720 x 1520 pixels | 6.52 inches, 720 x 1600 pixels, 60 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 19:9 | 20:9 |
| PPI | ~ 270 PPI | ~ 269 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 81.8% | ~ 81% |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | |
| Features | 2.5D Glass, Rounded Display Corners | 400nits(typ.), Scratch resistant display |
| Notch | Yes, Water Drop Notch | Yes, Water Drop Notch |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 3 GB | 4 GB |
| Expandable RAM | Upto 3 GB Extra Virtual RAM | |
| Storage | 32 GB | 64 GB |
| Card Slot | Yes, upto 512 GB | Yes, upto 1 TB |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPRS | Yes | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes | Yes |
| 3G | Yes | Yes |
| 4G | Yes | Yes |
| VoLTE | Yes, Dual Stand-By | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Wifi Version | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) | |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v4.2, A2DP, LE | Yes, v5.0 |
| USB | Yes, USB-C | Yes, microUSB v2.0 |
| USB Features | USB on-the-go, USB Charging | USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
| IR Blaster | No | |
| Extra | ||
| GPS | yes with A-GPS | Yes, with GPS, AGPS, Glonass, Beidou |
| Fingerprint Sensor | No | Yes, Rear |
| Face Unlock | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | Ambient Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Electronic Compass, Accelerometer | accelerometer |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Splash Resistant | Yes, P2i | Yes |
| Extra Features | Top firing loud speaker | |
| Camera | ||
| Rear Camera | 13 MP ƒ/2.2 (Main) 2 MP ƒ/2.4 (Depth Sensor) | 8 MP ƒ/2 (Wide Angle) 0.08 MP (Depth Sensor) |
| Auto Focus | No | Yes |
| Features | AI Portrait Mode, AI Scene Detection | HDR |
| Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD, 720p @ 30 fps HD | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Flash | Yes, LED | Yes, Dual LED |
| Front Camera | 8 MP (Main) | 5 MP ƒ/2.2 |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD, 720p @ 30 fps HD | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Technical | ||
| OS | Android v9 (Pie) | Android v13 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | Mediatek Helio G36 |
| CPU | 2 GHz, Octa Core Processor | 2.2 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| Core Details | 2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 6x1.45 GHz Cortex A53 | 4x Cortex-A53@2.2 GHz & 4x Cortex-A53@1.7 GHz |
| GPU | Adreno 505 | PowerVR GE8320 |
| Java | No | No |
| Browser | Yes, supports HTML5 | Yes, supports HTML5 |
| Multimedia | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Music | MP3, ·AAC, AMR | MP3, AMR, FLAC, APE |
| Video | MP4 | MP4, M4V. MKV, XVID |
| FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
| Document Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Type | Non-Removable Battery | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 5000 mAh, Li-ion Battery | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 18W Fast Charging Supported | Yes, 10W Fast Charging |
| Reverse Charging | Yes | |