POCO C71 vs Redmi A7 Pro
₹5,000 apart. Here is what actually separates them.
Which one should you buy?
The C71 starts ₹5,000 lower: ₹8,999 against ₹13,999 for the Redmi A7 Pro.
- The Redmi A7 Pro has the bigger battery: 6,300 mAh against 5,200 mAh.
- The Redmi A7 Pro is promised more software updates: 4 OS updates, against 2 OS updates for the C71.
- The C71 is the lighter phone: 193 g against 208 g.
Get the C71 for the lower price and the lighter build. Get the Redmi A7 Pro 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₹13,999
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, answered
In India, the POCO C71 starts at ₹8,999 and the Redmi A7 Pro starts at ₹13,999.
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Which is cheaper, the C71 or the Redmi A7 Pro?
The C71, by ₹5,000. Starting prices: ₹8,999 for the C71, ₹13,999 for the Redmi A7 Pro.
Which has the bigger battery, the C71 or the Redmi A7 Pro?
The Redmi A7 Pro, 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 a 6.9-inch screen at 120Hz.
Which has the better camera?
The main cameras are 32MP main on the C71 and 13MP AI dual camera on the Redmi A7 Pro. 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?
Both use the Unisoc T7250, so expect much the same speed.
Which gets more software updates?
The Redmi A7 Pro. It is promised 4 OS updates; the C71, 2 OS updates.
Which is lighter?
The C71, at 193 g to 208 g.
