The Redmi 7A is the latest entry-level phone from Xiaomi and it's targeted at first-time smartphone buyers. This phone brings a tonne of upgrades, both minor and major, over its predecessor — the Redmi 6A — without the price hike that often comes with a new-generation device. Starting at Rs. 5,999, the Redmi 7A aims to further solidify Xiaomi's dominance in the entry-level segment, but competition has intensified now.
A new design, faster processor, larger battery, and better camera are among the many upgrades introduced by Xiaomi[1] in the Redmi 7A[2]. This phone is definitely a big step up from the Redmi 6A[3] (Review[4]), but how does it stack up against rivals like the Realme C2[5] (Review[6])? And more importantly, is the Redmi 7A now the best choice in this segment[7]? Read on to find the answers in our review.
Xiaomi Redmi 7A design
The Redmi 7A ditches the easily recognisable ‘low-cost Redmi' look and opts for a clean unibody design. The phone is a tad narrower and shorter than its predecessor, but at 9.55mm, the Redmi 7A is thicker than the Redmi 6A and a lot of other phones out there.
On the bright side, the Redmi 7A is quite comfortable to hold. The rounded corners and the matte finish on the back feel good in the hand. The rear panel is made of thick polycarbonate and feels sturdy, and we did not feel any flex across it.
Redmi 7A's display is vibrant, but visibility under sunlight could have been better
We quite like the matte finish because it is non-slippery and also doesn't smudge easily. The Xiaomi...