Xiaomi Redmi A5 128GB vs Xiaomi POCO C81 Pro 128GB: which one suits you?
The two differ in 8 of the specs we have recorded, and the Xiaomi POCO C81 Pro 128GB is cheaper by SAR 119 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
Choose the
Xiaomi Redmi A5 128GB if you care about:- Higher-resolution main camera (32 MP vs 13 MP)
- Lower weight: 189 g vs 208 g · slight difference
- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 119
- Bigger battery for a longer day (6,000 mAh vs 5,200 mAh) · slight difference
The deciding difference here: main camera and price.
Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.
Smartphones · Xiaomi
Xiaomi POCO C81 Pro 128GB- Storage:
- 128 GB
- Memory (RAM):
- 4 GB
- Reference price:
- SAR 444
Key differences
Screen size
6.88 in6.9 inDisplay type
AMOLEDLCDResolution
1640 x 720720 x 1600
Specifications side by side
21 of 21 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 563 | SAR 444 |
| Processor | Dimensity 9200 | — |
| Battery capacity | 5,200 mAh | ✓ 6,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 15 W | — |
| Main camera | ✓ 32 MP | 13 MP |
| Years of OS updates | 2 years | — |
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Memory (RAM) | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Front camera | 8 MP | — |
| Screen size | 6.88 in | 6.9 in |
| Display type | AMOLED | LCD |
| Resolution | 1640 x 720 | 720 x 1600 |
| Screen refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Wireless charging | No | — |
| Dual SIM | Yes | — |
| Water and dust rating | IP52 | — |
| Operating system | Android 15 | — |
| Release year | 2025 | — |
| Colour | Green | Gold |
| Dimensions | 17.2 x 7.8 x 0.8 cm | 17.2 x 7.9 x 0.8 centimeters cm |
| Weight | ✓ 189 g | 208 g |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
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Direct comparison questions
What is the difference in storage between the Xiaomi Redmi A5 128GB and the Xiaomi POCO C81 Pro 128GB?
No difference here: storage is 128 GB on both.
What is the difference in main camera between the Xiaomi Redmi A5 128GB and the Xiaomi POCO C81 Pro 128GB?
Main camera is higher on the Xiaomi Redmi A5 128GB: 32 MP vs 13 MP on the Xiaomi POCO C81 Pro 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in battery capacity between the Xiaomi Redmi A5 128GB and the Xiaomi POCO C81 Pro 128GB?
Battery capacity is higher on the Xiaomi POCO C81 Pro 128GB: 6,000 mAh vs 5,200 mAh on the Xiaomi Redmi A5 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in memory (RAM) between the Xiaomi Redmi A5 128GB and the Xiaomi POCO C81 Pro 128GB?
No difference here: memory (RAM) is 4 GB on both.