Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) vs Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2)
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X)
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2)
Faster charging
Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X)
Higher-resolution camera
Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X)
Better display
Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X)
Lighter body
Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X)
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 5.99 | 5.99 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 2160 | 1440 |
| Resolution Width | 1080 | 720 |
| PPI | 403 | 269 |
| Screen-to-body | 77.4 | 74.5 |
Platform
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver) | Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Adreno 512 | Adreno 506 |
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 660 | Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 |
| Process (nm) | 14 | 14 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| UI Skin | — | MIUI 12 |
| OS Version | 8.1 | 8.1 |
Memory
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Variants | 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM | 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@120fps | 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS) |
| Features | Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Count | 2 | 2 |
| Depth | — | 5 MP, f/2.4, (depth) |
| Lens | 20 MP, f/1.8 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash, HDR | HDR, LED flash |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 20 MP, f/2.2, (wide) | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 3000 | 3080 |
| Chemistry | Li-Po | Li-Po |
| Wired Charging (W) | 18 | 10 |
Body
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 158.7 | 160.7 |
| Thickness (mm) | 7.3 | 8.1 |
| Weight (g) | 166 | 170 |
| Width (mm) | 75.4 | 77.3 |
Launch
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2018, July 24. Released 2018, July | 2018, May. Released 2018, May |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 - Global | HSDPA 850, 900, 1900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 38, 40 - Global | 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 38, 40 - Global |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, LTE | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 4.2 |
| infrared port | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | No | No |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS | — |
| Radio | No | FM radio |
| USB Type | Type-C | — |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 4 |
Sound
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | No | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) and Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) packs a 3080 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 20 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
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