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Redmi A5 vs Samsung Galaxy A36 5G
Product A: Redmi
86 of 162 known
Product B: Samsung
110 of 162 known
Change Samsung Galaxy A36 5G
103 of 154 fields differ
- 58 different values
- 45 known for one only
- 12 the same
- 39 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 284 phones.
- Maximum wired charging power (claimed)A: 15WB: 45WSamsung is 3 times higher.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- ARedmi: 77.8 × 171.7 mm
- BSamsung: 78.2 × 162.9 mm
Weight
0 to 250 g
All 162 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
25028PC03G, 25028RN03A, 25028RN03I, 25028RN03L, 25028RN03Y5Spec databasegsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_a5_4g-13737.phpRead 11 October 2026Models row lists 25028PC03G, 25028RN03A, 25028RN03I and 25028RN03Y. Not tied to one region here.6Reviewifixit.com/Device/Xiaomi_Redmi_A5Read 11 October 2026Repair page covers models 25028RN03A, 25028RN03L and 25028RN03Y.
Announced
Status
Not available
Predecessor
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Samsung Galaxy A35 5G8Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Samsung-Galaxy-A36-5G-review-The-affordable-smartphone-focuses-on-security-a-premium-feel.1013221.0.htmlRead 7 October 2026Public display/case prose expressly previous Galaxy A35, with linked predecessor named Galaxy A35 5G. Target exists in the catalog. Same A3x lineage, not A56 peer.27Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a36_vs_samsung_galaxy_a35_review_battery_camera_price_compared-news-67279.phpRead 23 October 2026GSMArena calls the Galaxy A36 the successor of the Galaxy A35 and the A35 the predecessor of the A36.
Successor
Not available
Samsung Galaxy A37 5G12Retailer pagesimyo.nl/en/blog/samsung-galaxy-a36-vs-samsung-galaxy-a37Read 7 October 2026Simyo article dated March 26, 2026 explicitly calls Galaxy A37 5G the successor to Galaxy A36 5G. Maker introduction was checked first. Target already exists in the catalog. No new product record is created.
Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
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Colours
Ocean Blue, Lake Green, Sandy Gold, Midnight Black1Maker product pagemi.com/global/product/redmi-a5/specsRead 11 October 2026
Awesome Lavender, Awesome Black, Awesome White, Awesome Lime3Press releasenews.samsung.com/uk/samsung-marks-a-step-forward-with-ai-for-everyone-by-introducing-new-galaxy-a56-5g-galaxy-a36-5g-and-galaxy-a26-5gRead 5 October 2026
Form factor
OS support period (claimed)
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Security support period (claimed)
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Security updates until
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Body
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Height
Width
Thickness
Thickness with camera bump
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Folded dimensions
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Weight
Frame
Front
Back
Dust and water rating
Water resistance depth
Not available
Water resistance time
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MIL-STD-810
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SIM capacity
Nano-SIMs2Active eSIM capacity0eSIM onlyNo3Maker product pagemi.com/global/support/faq/details/KA-552664Read 11 October 2026SIM slot type Dual SIM + microSD. eSIM is not supported.
Nano-SIMs2Active eSIM capacity2eSIM onlyNo1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 5 October 2026Exact SIM table: SIM 1 + SIM 2, SIM 1 + eSIM or dual eSIM.
Stylus
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Stylus name
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Display
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Screen size
Resolution
Pixel density
260.3ppi
384.7ppi
Aspect ratio
Display type
Display type (as published)
Max refresh rate
Touch sampling rate
Not available
Instant touch sampling
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Display brightness (typical, claimed)
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Outdoor brightness (claimed)
Peak display brightness (claimed)
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Minimum brightness
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Colour depth per channel
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DCI-P3 coverage
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PWM dimming frequency
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Always-on display
Front camera cutout
Cover screen size
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Cover screen resolution
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Cover screen refresh rate
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Cover screen type
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Platform
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OS at launch
Android 15 (Go edition)1Maker product pagemi.com/global/product/redmi-a5/specsRead 11 October 2026
Software
Not available
Latest stable OS (verified)
Not available
Chipset
Process
CPU cores
CPU configuration
ARedmi A5
| Count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Cortex-A75 | 1.8 |
| 6 | Cortex-A55 | 1.6 |
BSamsung Galaxy A36 5G
| Count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | ARM Cortex-A78 | 2.4 |
| 4 | ARM Cortex-A55 | 1.8 |
Source1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 5 October 2026Exact retained-SKU maker table gives CPU speeds 2.4 GHz and 1.8 GHz and Octa-Core. These match the published four Cortex-A78 plus four Cortex-A55 topology. ARM core types come from the reviewer table, not the maker clock-only row.8Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Samsung-Galaxy-A36-5G-review-The-affordable-smartphone-focuses-on-security-a-premium-feel.1013221.0.htmlRead 7 October 2026Published installed Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 topology has four Cortex-A78 cores at 2.4 GHz and four Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8 GHz. The exact UK maker table independently matches 2.4/1.8 GHz and eight cores. This is a chipset description. No benchmark result from the 6 GB review sample is transferred.
Max CPU clock
1.8GHz
2.4GHz
GPU
NPU performance
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Memory
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RAM
3, 4, 6GB1Maker product pagemi.com/global/product/redmi-a5/specsRead 11 October 2026Page lists 3 GB + 64 GB and 4 GB + 128 GB. Memory extension is virtual RAM and is not counted.5Spec databasegsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_a5_4g-13737.phpRead 11 October 2026Internal row lists 64 GB with 3 GB and 4 GB RAM, and 128 GB with 4 GB and 6 GB RAM.
RAM type
Not available
Storage (nominal)
Storage type
Not available
Memory card
Max card size
2TB7Spec databaseepey.co.uk/phone/redmi-a5.htmlRead 11 October 2026Expandable memory up to 2 TB. Xiaomi India page also says up to 2 TB.8Maker product pagemi.com/in/product/redmi-a5/specsRead 11 October 2026India spec page: supports expandable storage up to 2 TB. This is the India model page.
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Rear cameras
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Physical rear cameras
ARedmi A5
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Sensor optical format | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus | OIS | Field of view | Sensor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 32 | 2 | 1/3.6" | 0.612 | PDAF | No | 77.1° | OmniVision OV32D40 |
Source1Maker product pagemi.com/global/product/redmi-a5/specsRead 11 October 20263Maker product pagemi.com/global/support/faq/details/KA-552664Read 11 October 2026Rear camera is a main camera plus a QVGA auxiliary lens. Main: OmniVision OV32D40, 32 MP, 1/3.6 inch, 0.612 um, f/2.0, 4P lens, FOV 77.1 degrees, continuous focus CAF/PDAF, no stabilisation. The QVGA lens is not a photo camera and is not counted.
BSamsung Galaxy A36 5G
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | OIS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 50 | 1.8 | Yes |
| Ultrawide | 8 | 2.2 | Not available |
| Macro | 5 | 2.4 | Not available |
Number of rear cameras
1
3
Main camera
32MP
50MP
Longest physical-lens optical zoom
Not available
Not available
Maximum photo digital zoom
Flash
Camera features
Film camera, HDR mode, Ultra HD, Night mode1Maker product pagemi.com/global/product/redmi-a5/specsRead 11 October 2026
Portrait mode, Night mode, Panorama, Pro mode, Macro mode, Food mode, Object Eraser, Custom filters7Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202506/20250619152544715/SM-A366_A566_UG_EU_15_Eng_Rev.1.2_250602.pdfRead 7 October 2026EU guide Camera chapter names Portrait, Night, Panorama, Pro, Macro and Food modes for the covered A366/A566 models. Samsung UK feature prose separately names Object Eraser and custom Filters for A36/A56/A26. Best Face and enhanced Nightography are expressly A56-only and excluded. These software modes do not add physical lenses.16Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/support/mobile-devices/what-are-the-features-of-the-galaxy-a56-5g-a36-5g-and-a26-5gRead 7 October 2026EU guide Camera chapter names Portrait, Night, Panorama, Pro, Macro and Food modes for the covered A366/A566 models. Samsung UK feature prose separately names Object Eraser and custom Filters for A36/A56/A26. Best Face and enhanced Nightography are expressly A56-only and excluded. These software modes do not add physical lenses.
Maximum rear video rate per resolution
ARedmi A5
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1080 | 30 |
| 1280 | 720 | 30 |
BSamsung Galaxy A36 5G
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 30 |
| 1280 | 720 | 240 |
Max video resolution
1920 × 1080px
3840 × 2160px
Recorded video HDR formats
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Log recording
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Video recording codecs
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Video stabilisation
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Maximum slow-motion capture rate
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Front camera
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Front cameras
ARedmi A5
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus | OIS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 8 | 2 | 1.12 | Fixed | No |
BSamsung Galaxy A36 5G
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Autofocus | OIS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 12 | 2.2 | Fixed | No |
Maximum front video rate per resolution
ARedmi A5
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1080 | 30 |
| 1280 | 720 | 30 |
BSamsung Galaxy A36 5G
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 30 |
Front autofocus
No
No
Audio
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Stereo speakers
Not available
3.5 mm jack
Audio features
Not available
Network
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Network
2G bands
GSM 850, GSM 900, DCS 1800, PCS 19001Maker product pagemi.com/global/product/redmi-a5/specsRead 11 October 2026Published as GSM 2/3/5/8, which are the 1900, 1800, 850 and 900 MHz bands.
GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS19001Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 5 October 2026
3G bands
B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 5 October 2026
4G bands
1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 411Maker product pagemi.com/global/product/redmi-a5/specsRead 11 October 2026LTE FDD B1/3/5/7/8/20/28 and LTE TDD B38/40/41. This is the Xiaomi global table. The India model has different bands.
B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B17(700), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3), B38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 5 October 2026
5G bands
Not available
N1(2100), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N20(800), N28(700), N66(AWS-3), N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 5 October 2026
5G mmWave
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Maximum modem download rate
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Satellite
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Wi-Fi calling
Connectivity
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
Bluetooth
Bluetooth audio codecs
NFC
Ultra-wideband
Not available
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Positioning
GPS, Glonass, Galileo, BDS (B1C only)1Maker product pagemi.com/global/product/redmi-a5/specsRead 11 October 2026GPS, Glonass, Galileo, BDS (only B1C).
GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 5 October 2026
Dual-frequency GNSS
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Connector
USB data standard
Video out over USB
Not available
IR blaster
Not available
Features and sensors
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Fingerprint
Face unlock
Sensors
Virtual proximity sensor, Virtual ambient light sensor, Accelerometer, Electronic compass1Maker product pagemi.com/global/product/redmi-a5/specsRead 11 October 2026
Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 5 October 2026
Extra buttons
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Haptic motor
Battery and charging
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Rated battery capacity
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Battery capacity (typical)
Battery type
Claimed battery life
ARedmi A5
Not availableBSamsung Galaxy A36 5G
| Use case | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Video playback | 29 |
Maximum wired charging power (claimed)
Wired charging standards
BC 1.2, USB PD 2.03Maker product pagemi.com/global/support/faq/details/KA-552664Read 11 October 2026Fast charging with BC1.2 and PD2.0 protocols. Standard charger 5 V/3 A.
Samsung Super Fast Charging 2.0, USB PD 3.05Press releasenews.samsung.com/uk/samsung-marks-a-step-forward-with-ai-for-everyone-by-introducing-new-galaxy-a56-5g-galaxy-a36-5g-and-galaxy-a26-5gRead 5 October 202625Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/support/mobile-devices/which-type-of-charger-does-my-galaxy-device-acceptRead 7 October 2026Maker UK charging matrix explicitly marks A36 5G Super Fast 2.0 supported. Its definition requires a USB Power Delivery 3.0 compatible device supporting Direct Charging. USB PD 3.0 is added. PPS is not stated and is not inferred. Included 3 A cable does not prove a 5 A cable for maximum 45 W charging.
Charge 0 to 50% (claimed)
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Charge 0 to 100% (claimed)
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Wireless charging
Wireless charging power
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Wireless standards
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Built-in alignment magnets
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Reverse wireless output power
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Charger in box
Measured
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Geekbench single-core
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Geekbench multi-core
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2,879points22Measuremente.infogram.com/86b40a51-7c4e-44fe-947c-b61612b4e42cRead 7 October 2026Public TechAdvisor chart reports Geekbench 6 multicore 2879. The June 5, 2025 review identifies the sole UK 8 GB/256 GB model, test colour Awesome Lime, Android 15 and One UI 7. It matches the retained configuration class. Geekbench patch version and power mode are unstated. The public chart URL follows the observed data-id and free embed loader. Single-core is not supplied.23Reviewtechadvisor.com/article/2798989/samsung-galaxy-a36-5g-review.htmlRead 7 October 2026Review expressly identifies UK 8 GB/256 GB, Awesome Lime, Android 15 and One UI 7. Public chart gives Geekbench 6 multicore 2879. Its A26 sample line, plastic rear description and 13 MP bullet conflict with maker facts and are not used. The measured chart and reviewed configuration are labelled A36.24Measurementtechadvisor.com/article/739131/how-we-test-smartphones.htmlRead 7 October 2026Linked smartphone testing policy published June 3, 2020 predates the review. Reviewers use the phone for at least a week and run Geekbench/GFXBench benchmarks. Exact Geekbench patch and power mode are not published. No Default mode assertion is made.
3DMark Wild Life Extreme
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AnTuTu
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Display brightness (measured)
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PWM dimming (measured)
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Mixed-use battery life (measured)
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Full charge time (measured)
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Loudspeaker loudness (measured)
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EU label and regulatory
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EU energy class
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Battery endurance per cycle (EU test)
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Battery endurance in cycles (EU test)
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Drop resistance class
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Repairability class
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SAR head (US)
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SAR body (US)
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SAR body (EU)
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Hearing aid compatibility
Not available
Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 5 October 2026
In the box
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In the box
Mobile Phone, Adapter, USB Type-C Cable, SIM Eject Tool, Protective Case, Quick Start Guide and Warranty Card, Safety Information1Maker product pagemi.com/global/product/redmi-a5/specsRead 11 October 2026Package contents as listed on the Xiaomi Global specs page.
Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
Manual
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Warranty
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