Next December, Xiaomi is going to release their cheapest handset ever – Redmi 5A. How will the battle between Nokia 2 vs Xiaomi Redmi 5A turn out? One of them offers specs like 3GB RAM, 13MP Camera. Let’s find out the final winner below!

Nokia 2 vs Xiaomi Redmi 5A specs

As mentioned above, Xiaomi Redmi 5A is this brand’s latest and cheapest handset, coming to India next December. On the other hand, Nokia 2 is one of Nokia’s Android smartphones series with a super low price tag. Let’s check out their display now! For Nokia 2 specs, this Nokia handset sports a 5-inch LTPS IPS LCD screen with HD resolutions of 720 x 1280 pixels. Moreover, Xiaomi Redmi 5A specs include a 5-inch LCD with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels. Both Nokia 2 and Xiaomi Redmi 5A are quite equal in this round.

Regarding the processor, Nokia 2 runs on an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 212 chipset. On the other hand, Redmi 5A takes power from a more powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 chipset. In terms of memory, Nokia 2 only offers 1GB RAM and at 8GB ROM, which is expandable up to 128GB via microSD card. Furthermore, Xiaomi Redmi 5A includes two variants: 2GB RAM with 16GB ROM, and bigger 3GB RAM with 32GB of internal storage. Additionally, there is also a microSD that can expand up to 128GB. With better RAM options and more powerful chipset, Xiaomi Redmi 5A wins a point this time!

Next, let’s check out their camera system. For Nokia 2, it features an 8MP primary camera and a 5MP selfie snapper. On the contrary, Xiaomi Redmi 5A camera system sports a single 13MP camera on the back (f/2.2 aperture). Additionally, the selfies camera features 5MP with a f/2.0 aperture. Thanks to its nicer camera set up, Redmi 5A wins another point! For the operating system, Nokia 2 Android 7.1.1 (Nougat), while Redmi 5A works on MIUI 9 based on Android Nougat out of the box. Finally, Nokia 2 battery owns a 4100mAh battery. Meanwhile, the Redmi 5A battery packs a smaller non-removable 3000 mAh capacity.

Nokia 2 vs Xiaomi Redmi 5A release date and price

Xiaomi Redmi 5A is coming to India on December 7th. On the other hand, Nokia 2 release date was in November. For the cost, Nokia 2 price starts at starts from $108 (~ Rs. 443). Additionally, Xiaomi Redmi 5A price is only around $77 ~ RM. 316. With nice specs like 4100mAh battery or 13MP Camera for such a low price, both Nokia 2 and Xiaomi Redmi A5 are good options if you’re on a tight budget but still want a good phone!