PhoneLifespan

Galaxy S23+ vs Redmi A5

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Winner

Xiaomi Redmi A5

Lifespan decides this one: the Redmi A5 is supported until Mar 2028 at $3.55 per month of safe use, while the Galaxy S23+ runs out in Feb 2028 ($10.29/month). On a which-lasts-longer question, that's not a tie — it's the whole answer.

Value Score: Galaxy S23+ 69 · Redmi A5 65 — 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 S23+ $206
Buy with care$10.29/mo
2023◆ Buy-by Feb 20262028
Xiaomi Redmi A5 $75
Buy with care$3.55/mo
2025◆ Buy-by Mar 20262028

Category by category

Display
Galaxy S23+ 70Redmi A5 70

Both displays are effectively the same class.

Performance
Galaxy S23+ 85Redmi A5 55

The Galaxy S23+'s Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy is simply the faster chip.

Camera
Galaxy S23+ 79Redmi A5 40

The Galaxy S23+ has the stronger camera system (3 real rear lenses vs 1).

Battery
Galaxy S23+ 74Redmi A5 84

5,200mAh vs 4,700mAh — the Redmi A5 lasts longer between charges.

Software longevity
Galaxy S23+ 24Redmi A5 25

Both phones' support windows end around the same time.

Value
Galaxy S23+ 69Redmi A5 65

Overall value goes to the Galaxy S23+ at $10.29 per month of safe use.

Full spec table
SpecGalaxy S23+Redmi A5
Price (street)$206$75
Display6.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, FHD+, 120Hz6.88-inch IPS LCD, HD+, 120Hz
ChipsetSnapdragon 8 Gen 2 for GalaxyUnisoc T7250
RAM8GB3GB/4GB/6GB
Storage256GB/512GB64GB/128GB
Battery4,700 mAh5,200 mAh
Charging45W wired, 15W wireless, 4.5W reverse wireless15W wired
Rear cameras50MP main, 12MP ultra-wide, 10MP telephoto 3x32MP main
Dimensions157.8 × 76.2 × 7.6 mm171.4 × 77.8 × 8.3 mm
Weight196 g193 g
Water resistanceIP68IP52
Supported untilFeb 2028Mar 2028
Galaxy S23+ full verdict →Redmi A5 full verdict →Longevity master board →

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