Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G in Kenya
Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G price in Kenya is Ksh. 16,000. The budget-friendly phone features a 6.88-inch IPS LCD with a 120Hz refresh rate, 720×1640 resolution (~260 PPI), and 1500 nits peak brightness. It runs Android 15 (Go Edition) with HyperOS, powered by a Unisoc T7250 chip (12 nm), paired with up to 6GB RAM and 128GB storage (expandable via microSDXC). The camera setup includes a 32MP rear lens and 8MP selfie shooter, while the 5200 mAh battery supports 18W charging.
Key specs: Splash/dust resistance, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, dual-band Wi-Fi, and 3.5mm audio jack. Weighs 193g with a plastic build. Available in Black, Blue, Green, and Silver.
Unique Selling Points
- 120Hz IPS LCD display (rare in budget segment)
- 5200 mAh battery for extended use
- Dedicated microSD slot + Android 15 Go efficiency
- Splash/dust resistance
Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G Features, Specifications, and Price in Kenya
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.88" IPS LCD, 120Hz, 720x1640 |
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 (12 nm) |
| RAM/Storage | 4GB/6GB + 64GB/128GB |
| Cameras | 32MP rear + 8MP front |
| Battery | 5200 mAh, 18W charging |
| Price | Ksh. 16,000 |
Detailed Product Description
Design & Build
Plastic body with 8.3mm thickness. IP-rated splash/dust resistance. Side-mounted fingerprint scanner.
Display Quality
6.88″ 120Hz IPS LCD with 1500 nits brightness for outdoor visibility. 84.1% screen-to-body ratio.
Performance
Unisoc T7250 chip (2×1.8 GHz Cortex-A75 cores) handles light tasks. Android 15 Go Edition optimizes RAM usage.
Camera System
32MP main camera with LED flash for basic photography. 8MP front camera supports 1080p video.
Battery Life
5200 mAh battery lasts 2 days on light use. 18W charging refills 30% in 30 mins.
What’s in the Package?
- Redmi A5 4G device
- 18W charger
- USB Type-C cable
- TPU case
- User manual
Pros and Cons
Pros: Smooth 120Hz display, large battery, expandable storage, Android Go optimization.
Cons: Low-resolution screen, basic cameras, slow 18W charging, no NFC.
Alternative Smartphones
- Tecno Spark Go 2025: 6.8″ HD+ display, 5000 mAh (Ksh. 14,999)
- Nokia C32: 50MP camera, Android 15 (Ksh. 15,500)
- Infinix Smart 8: 90Hz LCD, 6000 mAh (Ksh. 17,000)
- Samsung Galaxy A05s: Super AMOLED, 4GB RAM (Ksh. 18,500)
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