PhoneLifespan

Galaxy M05 vs Redmi A4 5G

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Too close to call outright

These two are within 4 points overall — it genuinely depends on price on the day. The Redmi A4 5G edges both longevity and performance, so prefer it when prices are close.

Value Score: Galaxy M05 66 · 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.

Samsung Galaxy M05 $90
Buy with care$3.36/mo
2024◆ Buy-by Sep 20262028
Xiaomi Redmi A4 5G $100
Buy with care$3.41/mo
2024◆ Buy-by Nov 20262028

Category by category

Display
Galaxy M05 50Redmi A4 5G 70

The Redmi A4 5G's screen is the better one — 6.88-inch ips lcd, hd+, 120hz.

Performance
Galaxy M05 40Redmi A4 5G 55

The Redmi A4 5G's Qualcomm Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 (4nm) is simply the faster chip.

Camera
Galaxy M05 55Redmi A4 5G 55

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

Battery
Galaxy M05 80Redmi A4 5G 83

5,160mAh vs 5,000mAh — the Redmi A4 5G lasts longer between charges.

Software longevity
Galaxy M05 32Redmi A4 5G 35

The Redmi A4 5G is supported until Nov 2028 — 3 months longer than the Galaxy M05.

Value
Galaxy M05 66Redmi A4 5G 70

Overall value goes to the Redmi A4 5G at $3.41 per month of safe use.

Full spec table
SpecGalaxy M05Redmi A4 5G
Price (street)$90$100
Display6.7-inch PLS LCD, 720 x 1600 (HD+), 90Hz6.88-inch IPS LCD, HD+, 120Hz
ChipsetMediaTek Helio G85Qualcomm Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 (4nm)
RAM4GB/6GB4GB
Storage64GB/128GB64GB/128GB
Battery5,000 mAh5,160 mAh
Charging25W wired18W wired (33W charger in box)
Rear cameras50MP main, 2MP depth50MP main
Dimensions168.0 × 77.7 × 8.8 mm171.88 × 77.8 × 8.22 mm
Weight195 g212 g
Water resistanceNoneIP52
Supported untilSep 2028Nov 2028

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