Inside the Redmi A3: Discover the MediaTek Helio G36 SoC Powering Every Experience.
Xiaomi’s latest addition to the A-series, the Redmi A3, made its debut in India on Wednesday, February 14. Sporting a sleek waterdrop-style notch display and driven by the MediaTek Helio G36 SoC, this entry-level smartphone offers versatility and power. Available in three vibrant color options and offering three different RAM and storage configurations, the Redmi A3 caters to varied preferences. Its dual-camera setup, enhanced with AI technology, boasts an 8-megapixel resolution, while the substantial 5,000mAh battery, complemented by 10W charging support, ensures prolonged usage without frequent recharges.
In terms of pricing, the Redmi A3 presents an attractive offering for Indian consumers. The base variant with 3GB RAM and 64GB storage is priced at Rs. 7,299, while the 4GB + 128GB version comes at Rs. 8,299, and the 6GB + 128GB model at Rs. 9,299. Available in Midnight Black, Lake Blue, and Olive Green hues, this budget-friendly handset will be accessible through Flipkart, Mi.com, and Xiaomi’s authorized retail channels starting February 23.
Comparing it to its predecessor, the Redmi A2 launched in May the previous year, with a starting price of Rs. 5,999 for the base variant featuring 2GB RAM and 32GB storage.
Redmi A3 specifications
The dual-SIM (Nano) Redmi A3 runs on Android 13 (Go Edition) and features a 6.71-inch HD+ (1,600×700 pixels) display with 120Hz touch sampling rate and 90Hz refresh rate. As mentioned, the display has a waterdrop-style notch to house the selfie shooter and has Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection. The new Redmi smartphone is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Helio G36 SoC, coupled with 3GB of RAM. With the virtual RAM functionality, the available memory can be expanded up to 12GB.
Redmi has packed an AI-backed dual rear camera unit on the Redmi A3, comprising an 8-megapixel primary sensor and a secondary camera. For selfies and video chats, there is a 5-megapixel camera sensor at the front.
Connectivity options on the Redmi A3 include 4G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS/ A-GPS, micro-USB port, Glonass, a 3.5mm audio jack and BeiDou. It sports an accelerometer, e-compass and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for authentication.The Redmi A3 houses a 5,000mAh battery with 10W fast charging support. It measures 76.3×168.4×8.3mm and weighs 193 grams.