PhoneLifespan

P3x 5G vs Redmi A4 5G

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It depends

Too close to call outright

These two are within 3 points overall — it genuinely depends on price on the day. The P3x 5G edges both longevity and performance, so prefer it when prices are close.

Value Score: P3x 5G 73 · Redmi A4 5G 70 methodology

The lifespan decider

When specs are close, support length decides it — this is what each phone costs per month of safe use.

Realme P3x 5G $150
Buy with care$4.64/mo
2025◆ Buy-by Feb 20272029
Xiaomi Redmi A4 5G $100
Buy with care$3.41/mo
2024◆ Buy-by Nov 20262028

Category by category

Display
P3x 5G 70Redmi A4 5G 70

Both displays are effectively the same class.

Performance
P3x 5G 55Redmi A4 5G 55

Performance is a wash — same chip tier.

Camera
P3x 5G 55Redmi A4 5G 55

Camera systems are comparable on paper — pick by sample photos.

Battery
P3x 5G 100Redmi A4 5G 83

6,000mAh vs 5,160mAh — the P3x 5G lasts longer between charges.

Software longevity
P3x 5G 38Redmi A4 5G 35

The P3x 5G is supported until Feb 2029 — 3 months longer than the Redmi A4 5G.

Value
P3x 5G 73Redmi A4 5G 70

Pound for pound, these two are equally good deals.

Full spec table
SpecP3x 5GRedmi A4 5G
Price (street)$150$100
Display6.72-inch IPS LCD, FHD+, 120Hz6.88-inch IPS LCD, HD+, 120Hz
ChipsetMediaTek Dimensity 6400 (6nm)Qualcomm Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 (4nm)
RAM6GB/8GB4GB
Storage128GB64GB/128GB
Battery6,000 mAh5,160 mAh
Charging45W wired SuperVOOC18W wired (33W charger in box)
Rear cameras50MP main, 2MP depth50MP main
Dimensions165.7 × 76.2 × 7.99 mm171.88 × 77.8 × 8.22 mm
Weight197 g212 g
Water resistanceIP68/IP69IP52
Supported untilFeb 2029Nov 2028

Scores and verdicts are computed from our verified database — see exactly how. Specs from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers.