Xiaomi Redmi 5A Review: Cheap but not cheap
This time Dafunda Tekno will try to review it Xiaomi Redmi 5A, Smartphones that have recently become a hot topic of discussion for netizens because of their very cheap prices. But does the word “cheap” here represent everything? let’s look at the full review of the Xiaomi Redmi 5A below.
Complete Xiaomi Redmi 5A Smartphone Review
Complete information on Xiaomi Redmi 5A
| PRICE | Rp999,000 |
| STATUS | Released (December 2021) |
| BODI | 140.4 x 70.1 x 8.4 mm, 137 grams |
| PROCESSOR | Qualcomm Snapdragon 425, quad-core 1.4 GHz |
| GPU | Adreno 308 |
| RAM | 2 GB |
| STORAGE | 16 GB |
| SCREEN | 5-inch IPS (1,280 x 720 pixels) |
| CAMERA | 13 MP & 5 MP |
| BATTERY | 3,000 mAh |
| OPERATING SYSTEM | MIUI 9 (Android 7.1.2) |
| NETWORK | Dual-SIM 4G |
| CONNECTIVITY | WiFi, Bluetooth, IR Blaster |
| INTERFACE | microUSB, audio jack |
| SENSOR | Accelerometer, proximity |
The umpteenth time Xiaomi has messed up and messed up the atmosphere of the smartphone market at the entry-level through its newest cheapest smartphone. Only priced Rp. 999 thousand, Xiaomi claims Redmi 5A is the best smartphone in its class. Is it true what he said? here we prove.
Xiaomi Redmi 5A Smartphone Design Review
This latest Xiaomi smartphone has a 5-inch screen to make the dimensions even more compact easy to hold only one hand. The back of the Redmi 5A is covered with plastic, even though it looks like metal at first glance. This plastic body is not slippery when holding it. Because it’s not a magnetic fingerprint, so you don’t have to clean it often.
The design of the Redmi 5A is actually almost similar to its brother, the Redmi 4A. The back is a camera module plus an LED flash. The speakers are also still in the same place, which is at the back. Keep in mind, Redmi 5A is not equipped with a fingerprint sensor. So you can understand it because the price is quite cheap.
This smartphone can be made directly in Indonesia, to be precise at the Xiaomi factory in Batam. So if you buy it you will see the label ‘made in Indonesia’ just below the Xiaomi logo.
On the front, there is a selfie camera, earpice, and notification LED located at the bottom. Now the navigation button is on the outermost part, and the weakness is that there is no backlist yet. So it is very difficult to use in dark conditions. Of course this cannot be separated from the price offered by Xiaomi is quite cheap.
Previously on Redmi 4A, there was a type card slot Hybrid, Redmi 5A is already dedicated. Now the slots microSD is separate with capacities up to 256 GB. Like most other Xiaomi smartphones, the Redmi 5A also provides an IR Blaster to turn your smartphone into any remote with the help of an application Mi Remote.
Xiaomi Redmi 5A Software Review
The problem of the Redmi 5A runway is already powered by an operating system MIUI 9 based Android 7.1.2 Nougat. There are several excellent features of MIUI 9 among them split screen so that you can run two applications at once, Mi Drop useful for transfer without an internet connection, up to Dual Apps to cloning the application runs without a hitch.
You can also install Themes for an interface that can be downloaded for free. Coupled with features Reading mode to make the screen yellowish, it aims to make the eyes less prone to pain when using a smartphone in dark conditions or at night.
It looks quite simple, but the interface of MIUI uses quite a lot of RAM. On condition idle without running any application, the RAM used can reach 1 GB or more.
Xiaomi Redmi 5A Hardware Review
This Redmi 5A smartphone is already supported by a 1.4 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 quad-core chipset and uses Adreno 208 graphics. The RAM used has a capacity of 2 GB and an internal memory of 16 GB.
The results of the benchmark test using AnTuTu version 6.2.7, Redmi 5A obtained a score of 32 thousand. This is a sign of the best smartphone for the price of 1 million in its class.
Besides that, Dafunda Tekno has also tried playing some old school middle class games. MOBA games are quite popular, Mobile Legends can run without a hitch with low, to medium graphic settings. Other games such as Assasin’s Creed Identity, Point Blank: Strike, and Arena of Valor are still running smoothly.
About the screen, this Xiaomi Redmi 5A smartphone has 720p HD resolution using an IPS panel. The viewing angle is also safe, and for outdoor it is quite good as long as the maximum brightness setting is on.
On the battery side, Xiaomi has provided a built-in 3,000 mAh Li-Ion battery. For standard play use games, Youtube, Chat, and browsing once in a while, screen on time can be had in about four to five hours.
But what is unfortunate is that Xiaomi has not provided support fast charging on this Redmi 5A. So the time it takes to charge from zero to full is almost three hours. It is understandable because the prices are affordable but stunning.
Redmi 5A Camera Review
One of the more things about this smartphone is the camera. For its class, Redmi 5A is equipped with a rear camera with a resolution of 13 MP f / 2.2 using the PDAF feature. Other features offered include Beautify, Tilt-shift, and Panorama.
Photo Results Using the Xiaomi Redmi 5A Smartphone
From the picture above, you can judge for yourself how the image quality is produced by Redmi 5A. Even though it is low light, the shots are also pretty good. Moreover, you take advantage of HDR mode, it will look sharper and have less noise, but the taking time is a little longer than from Auto mode.
For those of you who like selfies, the front camera can be used with a resolution of 5 MP f / 2.0 plus features beautify which can be set in two different modes, namely pro and smart. If using pro mode, you will be given the option to adjust the size, size of the chin and facial skin. While smart mode, you will be given three levels that can be used, namely low, medium, and high.
Yups, for a million-priced smartphone, what is offered from this Xiaomi Redmi 5A camera is already very happy compared to competitors in its class. In essence, don’t expect much because the budget to bring this smartphone home is already very cheap, really use it …
Conclusion of the Redmi Review Redmi 5A
The best and cheapest smartphone in the entry-level segment today might be the answer is the Xiaomi Redmi 5A. Only priced at Rp. 999 thousand, you can already get some interesting features and the best performance in its class.
What about the Xiaomi Redmi 5A Smartphone in your opinion?
Of the Redmi 5A reviews above, of course it comes back to you to rate it. If asked what is the cheapest and best Xiaomi smartphone? the answer is none other than this Redmi 5A. Or if you have other best smartphone recommendations, share them with Dafunda Tekno via the comments column below.
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