XIAOMI Redmi A3 Pro, 6.88", 128GB + 4GB RAM (Dual SIM), 5160mAh, Navy Blue

The Redmi A3 Pro runs on the Mediatek Helio G81 Ultra processor with Mali-G52 MC2 GPU. The Redmi A3 Pro has 4GB RAM and 128GB of internal storage which is expandable using microSDXC (dedicated slot). The Redmi A3 Pro has a 6.88 inches, 720 x 1640 pixels IPS display with a pixel density of 260 ppi. Coming to cameras, it has a 50 MP rear camera and a 13 MP front camera for selfies.

It has a USB Type-C port for data syncing and charging. There is a fingerprint sensor present on the Redmi A3 Pro as well, along with a magnetic field sensor (compass) and accelerometer sensor. It is a dual SIM smartphone with support for 3G, Wi-Fi and FM Radio too. The Redmi A3 Pro runs on Android 14 and all this is powered by a 5160 mAh battery. It measures 171.9 x 77.8 x 8.2 mm (height x width x thickness) with a total weight of 204 / 207 / 211 grams including battery.

The Redmi A3 Pro is a significant improvement in terms of chipset from the previous model, which used an entry-level MediaTek chip. However, the Redmi A3 Pro has a mid-range (lower) chipset, so this round of upgrades should be smoother and more efficient. It is therefore another interesting budget smartphone option.

Body Build

Redmi A3 Pro measures 171.9 x 77.8 x 8.2 mm (6.77 x 3.06 x 0.32 in) and weighs 204 / 207 / 211g. Its build is of a Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), glass back or silicone polymer back (eco-leather), and a plastic frame, it is a Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) smartphone with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner integrated into the power button.

Display

The phone features a 6.88-inch IPS LCD with a resolution of 720 x 1640 pixels, a 20:9 aspect ratio, and a pixel density of approximately 260 ppi. The display also supports a 120Hz refresh rate. It has a Gorilla Glass 3 on top for protection. The panel also has a waterdrop notch for the 5 MP selfie camera.

Camera Set up

The device comes with a dual-camera setup.

• Rear Camera: The rear camera setup consists of dual 50MP + 0.08MP AI lenses. The main camera records 1080p videos and features Dual-LED flash, and HDR.
• Front Camera: The front camera is an 8MP shooter for selfies and video calls. The front lens records 1080p videos.

Both the front and rear cameras on the handset are basic and provide an average experience when it comes to photography and recording videos. For 4K videos and more sophistication when it comes to photography and videography on smartphones, you may have to opt for more expensive models from Redmi (Redmi 12, Redmi Note 12R, Redmi Note 13 4G) or rival brands such as Samsung Galaxy A14, Vivo Y27s or Vivo V30 5G.

Redmi A3 Pro has provisions for Google Camera. If you want to install Google Camera (GCam) on your device, simply:

Performance

Redmi A3 Pro is a budget smartphone with the following performance specifications:

• Chipset: Mediatek Helio G81 Ultra
• CPU: Octa-core 2.0 GHz
• GPU: Mali-G52 MC2
• RAM: 4GB, 6GB, 8GB
• Internal Storage: 128GB, 256GB
• SD Card Slot: microSDXC (dedicated slot)

Whereas these are technical specifications, the actual performance may vary based on individual usage patterns. Overall, the handset performs decently for a budget smartphone with average specifications.

Network and Connectivity

As a budget-friendly, utility handset, Xiaomi Redmi A3 Pro supports the following network and connectivity features:

• Network Technology: GSM / HSPA / LTE for 2G, 3G and 4G Bands
• Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
• Bluetooth: 3, A2DP, LE
• GPS: Yes, with GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
• Radio: FM radio
• USB: USB Type-C 2.0
• SIM: Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
• 5mm jack: supported
• NFC: supported
• Infrared: not supported
• Sensors: Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer

Battery and Power Management

Redmi A3 Pro packs a 5,160mAh Li-Ion battery. The device supports 18W wired charging, providing relatively fast charging. However, it does not support wireless charging, reverse charging, or fast charging.