Description

Xiaomi Redmi A3 Pro [128GB, 4GB RAM]

Redmi A3 Pro is a budget smartphone that offers a glass-back design, a circular camera module, and a 120Hz 6.88-inch IPS display. Officially launched on 30 August 2024, Redmi A3 Pro run on Android 14, HyperOS. It is powered by an Octa-core, Mediatek Helio G81 Ultra processor, anchored by 4GB 6GB 8GB RAM, and 128GB, 256GB internal memory. The front camera for selfies is a single 8MP lens and the main camera consists of a dual 50MP AI Camera. Powering the handset is a 5160mAh, non-removable battery, recharged by a wired 18W fast charger.

USPs

Redmi A3 Pro has some impressive features that make it a worthy budget device to consider.

• Operating System: Android 14 with HyperOS
• Build: Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection
• Display: 6.88-inch IPS LCD with a 120Hz refresh rate
• Resolution: 720 x 1640 pixels (268ppi)
• Chipset: Mediatek Helio G81 Ultra
• RAM and Storage: Options of 4-8GB RAM and 128GB/256GB storage
• Battery: 5,160 mAh with 18W fast charging
• Main Camera: dual 50MP AI Camera

Xiaomi Redmi A3 Pro  Technical Specifications and Price in Kenya

Brand	Xiaomi
Model Name	Redmi A3 Pro
Status	Launch date: 20 August 2024 Availability: yes. Now the market.
Body	Colorways: Midnight Black Sage Green Dreamy Purple Starry Blue Dimensions: 171.9 x 77.8 x 8.2 mm (6.77 x 3.06 x 0.32 in) Weight: 204 / 207 / 211g Material: Glass front, plastic frame, glass back, or silicone polymer (eco-leather) back
Platform and Processing Capacity	Android 14 (Go edition), MIUI
Measurement	168.3 x 76.3 x 8.3 mm (6.63 x 3.00 x 0.33 in)
Weight	193g / 199g
Body Build	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), glass back or silicone polymer back (eco-leather), plastic frame
Display	Type: IPS LCD Aspect Ratio and PPI: 260 ppi density Size: 6.88 inches, 112.4 cm2 (~84.0% screen-to-body ratio) Refresh Rate: 120 Hz Resolution: 720 x 1640 pixels Peak brightness (nit): 120Hz, 450 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM)
Processing Unit	Chipset: Mediatek Helio G81 Ultra CPU: Octa-core GPU: Mali-G52 MC2
Storage	RAM: 4GB Internal Storage: 128GB SD Card Slot: microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera Set Up	Main Camera 50MP, (wide) 0.08MP (auxiliary lens)* Features: Dual-LED flash, HDR Video Recording: 1080p@30fps Selfie Camera 8MP Features: Panorama, HDR Video Recording: 1080p@30fps
Connectivity	Network: 4G Network enabled Technology: GSM / HSPA/ LTE Network Speed: HSPA, LTE Supported bands: 2G, 3G, 4G
Sensors	Fingerprint scanner, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Network and Communications Support	SIM Card Type: Nano-SIM, dual stand-by Number of SIM Area: Dual SIM Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band Bluetooth: 5.4, A2DP, LE VoLTE: Yes, supported FM Radio: yes, supported 3.5mm jack port: supported NFC: Yes USB: Type-C 2.0
Battery	Capacity: 5160 mAh Type: 18W Charging: Fast charging, 18W wired

Product Description

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.