Xiaomi Redmi A 5 128GB vs Xiaomi Poco C85 128GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 8 of the specs we have recorded, and the Xiaomi Redmi A 5 128GB is cheaper by SAR 160 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 160
  • More memory for multitasking (6 GB vs 4 GB)
  • Bigger battery for a longer day (6,000 mAh vs 5,200 mAh) · slight difference

The deciding difference here: memory (RAM) and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Memory (RAM)

    4 GB✓ 6 GB
  • Screen size

    6.88 in6.9 in
  • Display type

    AMOLEDIPS LCD

Specifications side by side

21 of 21 specs

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Spec
XiaomiSAR 1,285
Xiaomi Redmi A 5 128GB specs
XiaomiSAR 1,445
Xiaomi Poco C85 128GB specs
Reference priceSAR 1,285SAR 1,445
Memory (RAM)4 GB✓ 6 GB
ProcessorHelio G99Helio G81
Battery capacity5,200 mAh✓ 6,000 mAh
Wired charging—33 W
Main camera—50 MP
5G—No
Years of OS updates—2 years
Storage128 GB128 GB

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in processor between the Xiaomi Redmi A 5 128GB and the Xiaomi Poco C85 128GB?

Xiaomi Redmi A 5 128GB: Helio G99; Xiaomi Poco C85 128GB: Helio G81. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in storage between the Xiaomi Redmi A 5 128GB and the Xiaomi Poco C85 128GB?

No difference here: storage is 128 GB on both.

What is the difference in battery capacity between the Xiaomi Redmi A 5 128GB and the Xiaomi Poco C85 128GB?

Battery capacity is higher on the Xiaomi Poco C85 128GB: 6,000 mAh vs 5,200 mAh on the Xiaomi Redmi A 5 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in memory (RAM) between the Xiaomi Redmi A 5 128GB and the Xiaomi Poco C85 128GB?

Memory (RAM) is higher on the Xiaomi Poco C85 128GB: 6 GB vs 4 GB on the Xiaomi Redmi A 5 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.