Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China) vs Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China)
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Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G
Bigger battery
Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G
Faster charging
Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China)
Higher-resolution camera
Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G
Better display
Even
Lighter body
Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China) | Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.88 | 6.88 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 1640 | 1640 |
| Resolution Width | 720 | 720 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 | 120 |
| Peak Brightness | 600 | 450 |
| PPI | 260 | 260 |
| Glass Type | — | Mohs level 5 |
| Screen-to-body | 84 | 84.1 |
Platform
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China) | Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x1.8 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G52 MC2 | Mali-G57 MP1 |
| Chipset Name | Mediatek Helio G81 Ultra | Unisoc T7250 |
| Process (nm) | 12 | 12 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| UI Skin | HyperOS | — |
| OS Version | 14 | 15 |
Benchmarks
Geekbench (Single-Core)
Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G +5%Geekbench (Multi-Core)
Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G +42%AnTuTu
Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G +21%| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China) | Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench (Single-Core) | 418 | 437 |
| Geekbench (Multi-Core) | 1,031 | 1,461 |
| AnTuTu | 254,779 | 308,467 |
Memory
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China) | Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Variants | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 64GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China) | Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash, HDR | LED flash, HDR |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Wide | 13 MP, (wide) | 32 MP, f/2, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China) | Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | — | HDR |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 5 MP, (wide) | 8 MP, f/2, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China) | Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 5160 | 5200 |
| Wired Charging (W) | 18 | 15 |
Body
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China) | Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G |
|---|---|---|
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 171.9 | 171.7 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.2 | 8.3 |
| Weight (g) | 204 | 193 |
| Width (mm) | 77.8 | 77.8 |
Launch
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China) | Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2024, December 30 | 2025, March 21 |
| Status | Available. Released 2025, January 29 | Available. Released 2025, March 21 |
Network
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China) | Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 2100 | HSDPA 850, 900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | HSPA, LTE |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China) | Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.2 |
| NFC | No | No |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS |
| Radio | FM radio | FM radio |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
Sound
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China) | Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China) | Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China) and Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G packs a 5200 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G posts a stronger benchmark score, useful for heavier games and multitasking on Algerian carriers' busier 4G networks.
Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 32 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
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