Lava Shark 5G vs Redmi A7
₹1,000 apart. Here is what actually separates them.
Which one should you buy?
The Shark 5G starts ₹1,000 lower: ₹11,999 against ₹12,999 for the Redmi A7.
- The Redmi A7 has the bigger battery: 5,200 mAh against 5,000 mAh.
- The Redmi A7 has the better screen on paper: smoother (120Hz against 90Hz).
- The Redmi A7 is promised more software updates: 2 OS updates, against 1 OS update for the Shark 5G.
- The Shark 5G is better sealed against dust and water: IP54 against IP52.
Get the Shark 5G for the lower price and better water protection. Get the Redmi A7 for the bigger battery, the smoother screen and longer software support.
Every spec, lined up
Spec score
Display
Performance
Camera
Battery
Build and connectivity
Availability
Versions and prices
- 4GB + 64GB₹11,999
- 3GB + 64GB₹12,999
Prices in India as we last checked them. Sales and bank offers change them often, so check before you buy.
Shark 5G vs Redmi A7, answered
In India, the Lava Shark 5G starts at ₹11,999 and the Redmi A7 starts at ₹12,999.
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Which is cheaper, the Shark 5G or the Redmi A7?
The Shark 5G, by ₹1,000. Starting prices: ₹11,999 for the Shark 5G, ₹12,999 for the Redmi A7.
Which has the bigger battery, the Shark 5G or the Redmi A7?
The Redmi A7, with 5,200 mAh to 5,000 mAh. Charging is close too: 10W and 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, the Redmi A7's: it is smoother (120Hz to 90Hz). The Shark 5G has a 6.75-inch screen at 90Hz, the Redmi A7 a 6.88-inch screen at 120Hz.
Which has the better camera?
The main cameras are 13MP main on the Shark 5G and 13MP AI dual camera on the Redmi A7. 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 Shark 5G runs the Unisoc T765, the Redmi A7 the Unisoc T7250.
Which gets more software updates?
The Redmi A7. It is promised 2 OS updates; the Shark 5G, 1 OS update.
Which is better protected against water?
The Shark 5G, rated IP54 to the Redmi A7's IP52. Still, no phone is fully waterproof, so keep them out of the pool.
Which is lighter?
They weigh about the same: 200 g and 193 g.
Do both support 5G?
No. Only the Shark 5G works on 5G networks; the Redmi A7 is a 4G phone.
