POCO C71 vs Redmi A7 Pro 5G
₹5,500 apart. Here is what actually separates them.
Which one should you buy?
The C71 starts ₹5,500 lower: ₹8,999 against ₹14,499 for the Redmi A7 Pro 5G.
- The Redmi A7 Pro 5G has the bigger battery: 6,300 mAh against 5,200 mAh.
- The Redmi A7 Pro 5G is promised more software updates: 4 OS updates, against 2 OS updates for the C71.
- The C71 is the lighter phone: 193 g against 210 g.
Get the C71 for the lower price and the lighter build. Get the Redmi A7 Pro 5G for the bigger battery and longer software support.
Every spec, lined up
Display
Performance
Camera
Battery
Build and connectivity
Availability
Versions and prices
- 4GB + 64GB₹8,999
- 4GB + 64GB₹14,499
- 4GB + 128GB₹15,499
Prices in India as we last checked them. Sales and bank offers change them often, so check before you buy.
C71 vs Redmi A7 Pro 5G, answered
In India, the POCO C71 starts at ₹8,999 and the Redmi A7 Pro 5G starts at ₹14,499.
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Which is cheaper, the C71 or the Redmi A7 Pro 5G?
The C71, by ₹5,500. Starting prices: ₹8,999 for the C71, ₹14,499 for the Redmi A7 Pro 5G. The Redmi A7 Pro 5G comes in 2 versions, up to ₹15,499.
Which has the bigger battery, the C71 or the Redmi A7 Pro 5G?
The Redmi A7 Pro 5G, with 6,300 mAh to 5,200 mAh. Both charge at 15W. Battery life also depends on the chip and the software, so treat these as a starting point.
Which has the better display?
On paper they are close. The C71 has a 6.88-inch LCD at 120Hz, the Redmi A7 Pro 5G a 6.9-inch screen at 120Hz.
Which has the better camera?
The main cameras are 32MP main on the C71 and 32MP AI dual camera (f/2.0) on the Redmi A7 Pro 5G. A spec sheet can't show how the photos look, so read a review before you decide on the camera alone.
Which processors do they use?
The C71 runs the Unisoc T7250, the Redmi A7 Pro 5G the T8300.
Which gets more software updates?
The Redmi A7 Pro 5G. It is promised 4 OS updates; the C71, 2 OS updates.
Which is lighter?
The C71, at 193 g to 210 g.
Do both support 5G?
No. Only the Redmi A7 Pro 5G works on 5G networks; the C71 is a 4G phone.
