Smartphone Xiaomi Redmi 6A 2 / 32GB - advantages and disadvantages

Smartphone family Xiaomi entered the market in 2012 and began to rapidly recapture its share. Everyone knows the cruelty and speed of change in the modern device market, where competition is pursuing at every turn. For growth and development, companies creating mobile devices are forced, as often as possible, to release new models that should be different from others and be accessible to the average consumer. Xiaomi succeeded quite well: a huge selection of models of different budget and functional lines.

How to choose exactly what you need to combine the condition "price - quality". For consumers with high demands and financial capabilities, it is worth paying attention to a number of Xiaomi Mi models. They are distinguished by a decent power reserve, increased system features, a metal body and good cameras in their arsenal. For those who are not too finicky and have a more modest budget, Xiaomi has created the Xiaomi Redmi range. In this line, the manufacturer relies on the wishes of consumers, so its budget availability is more than pleasing.

What is the distinguishing feature of the Xiaomi Redmi line

Redmi is aimed at those who are not chasing top-end mobile devices. This does not prevent smartphones from coping with games close to maximum power. The devices are equipped with mid-level processors. Focusing on affordability, the interior consists of low-cost components. The design of the phones is very simplified, even close to minimalistic, but this does not prevent it from looking decent against the background of similar models. From the very beginning, it was a compact version with screens up to 5 inches in a plastic case. Later, in step with demand, the diagonal was increased and mobile devices were placed in metal "clothes".

Xiaomi Redmi 6A 2 / 32GB is one of the representatives of this category. According to its characteristics, it surpasses its relatives, it has found a circle of its buyers.

Model Specifications

Specifications	Their meaning
Dimensions (h / w / t)	147.5 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm
Weight	145 gram
Housing	Material - plastic
Display size	5.45 inch
Operating system	Android 8.1 + MIUI 9.5
Net	2G: 850/900/1800/1900 3G: 850/900/1700/1900/2 100 3G: 850/900/1700/1900/2 100 4G: b3 / b7 / b38
SIM card	2 SIM cards
CPU	Mediatek Helio A22
Memory size	2 / 32GB
Additional memory	memory card
Interfaces	Wi-Fi, Bluetoth
Navigation	GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS
Sensors	lighting, approximation
Main camera	13 megapixels
Front. Camera	5 megapixels
Battery	3000 mAh
Price	from 5500 rub.

This model is designed for the experienced user who understands the technical features and observes market movements.

• Comfortable size and weight;
• Display size 5.45 inches;
• OS Android 8.1, improved MIUI 9.5;
• Good camera performance;
• Battery capacity 3000 mAh;

• Plastic case of a mobile device;
• Non-removable battery;
• Speaker located on the back.

Appearance

The design of the model is typical Xiaomi: classic look, nothing superfluous, we can talk about minimalism. Roundness of the corners of both the case and the screen, the back panel is made of matte plastic. An interesting solution was to place the speaker window on the back, and not at the bottom of the panel, as on other devices of the company. Some consider this to be a disadvantage.

The color range is quite unexpected against the backdrop of the classic design. There is no standard black color. Available in gray, blue, gold and pink. The gray case is combined with the black front part, the rest - with the white one.

Xiaomi Redmi 6A allows the use of two nanoSIM cards, trays for which are located on the left side of the case, with the first nanoSIM card located separately from the second, which comes in the same tray with a microSD memory card. Volume control and power on are located on the right side.

MicroUSB and one of the microphones are located at the bottom of the side panel, on the top there is a headphone jack and another microphone (innovation from the manufacturer).

Above the on-screen part there is a place for a conversational speaker (which has very good qualities) and light and proximity sensors, right there is a light indicator.

The harmonious ratio of weight and size makes the model compact. Height / width / thickness correspond to 147.5 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm, the weight of the device is 145 g. It feels like smart in the palm of your hand with a 5.2-inch screen, so it has become a favorite among lovers of small but functional phones.

Xiaomi Redmi 6A smartphone display

Specifications	Their meaning
Screen diagonal	5.45 inch
Display resolution	1440 x 720 dots
PPI value	295
Matrix type	IPS
Protective covering	Glass
Oleophobic coating	In stock
Automatic brightness control	In stock

If we talk about the properties of the screen, then they are quite simple and even primitive: the diagonal size is 5.45 inches, the point resolution is 1440 x 720. The PPI value corresponds to 295, the type of matrix is ​​IPS. The oleophobic coating on the glass protects the sensor from grease and moisture. Availability of automatic brightness control. Multitouch supports up to ten simultaneous touches, which makes the smartphone convenient for gaming.

If you find fault with it, then upon closer inspection you can notice pixelation on the display, shortcomings in viewing angles. But if you remember the cost of a mobile device, then for a budget price there are enough positive features such as: the screen has no color imperfections, there is an oleophobic coating, the frames are not annoying with their size, and the eyes very easily perceive both size and brightness.

Despite the fact that this Xiaomi model belongs to the economy class, it retains the reading mode and the ability to adjust the color transfer, which the more expensive representatives of the company have.

• No color distortion (color inversion);
• The presence of an oleophobic coating on the display;
• Comfortable screen frames that are not annoying with their size;
• Ability to apply reading mode;
• Color control.

• Slight pixelation on meticulous study;
• The viewing angles can hardly be called maximum.

Performance and memory

Specifications	Their meaning
Motherboard chipset	MediaTek Helio A22
CPU	Quad-core, 2 GHz
Video accelerator	PowerVR Rogue GE8320
The amount of RAM	2 GB
Internal storage capacity	32 GB
Memory card slot	In stock, separate

Unlike their previous counterparts, which were equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 425, during the production of the Xiaomi Redmi 6A smartphone, it was decided to switch to a different chipset that connects memory and processor. Therefore, the Redmi 6A is powered by the Helio A22 SoC, the first 12nm budget platform from MediaTek. The four cores of the Cortex-A53 processor are clocked at 2 GHz.

The speed of the smartphone is quite acceptable. And even if the top toys can be run only at medium or low settings, all the rest are not difficult to use.Being on the Internet does not cause any inconvenience: there is no global slowdown or failures.

This model has 2 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage, which contributes to the performance of the smartphone. There is also the possibility of expanding the amount of memory using a microCD.

• Helio chipset from MediaTek;
• the presence of a large amount of internal memory;
• the possibility of additional memory.

Battery

The battery capacity corresponds to 3000 mAh, non-removable Li-Ion. There will be those who call this a disadvantage, because the battery is not 4000 mAh, as in the more expensive versions. But is it worth talking about this at all, again remembering the pricing policy of the model. A smartphone with such a battery capacity can withstand a day in offline mode, even if the screen is active for 3-4 hours of this time. For a "dialer" and periodic access to the Internet, this is more than good. There is a power saving mode available, the only pity is that it has the ability to turn itself on automatically as soon as the charge reaches 20%. Fast charging, like many other budget versions, is missing.

• 3000 mAh volume, which allows you to be offline all day without saving on the use of the Internet or applications;
• The presence of an energy-saving mode.

• Power saving mode turns on automatically when the battery reaches 20%;
• Non-removable battery;
• Lack of fast charging of the smartphone.

Practical examples include the following: when watching HD video with maximum screen brightness (provided that the airplane mode is on), the battery will last for 9 hours; being in sleep mode for about 12 hours with active wi-fi reception and the screen off, the phone will be discharged by only 4-5%.

Communication characteristics

Specifications	Their meaning
Interfaces	Yes / No
Wi-Fi	Yes, b / g / n
Bluetooth	Yes, 4.2 LE
GPS	start about 5 seconds
Mobile data	2G: 850/900/1800/1900 3G: 850/900/1700/1900/2100 4G: b3 / b7 / b38
Two SIM cards, one radio module, separate slots
USB On-The-Go	there is
NFC	Not
Infrared port	Not

Wireless interfaces have been simplified to no. Normal standard set for an apparatus designed for simple verbal communication with minimal requirements for other uses. That is why this model has ordinary wi-fi, standard Bluetooth, a set of communication data meets the requirements of 2G, 3G, 4G. The smartphone supports 2 nanoSIM cards with separate slots for location. There is no NFS, no IrDA.

• separate slots for SIM-cards;

• lack of dual-band Wi-Fi;
• no NFS available;
• without IrDA.

Camera properties

 

For the budget line, the camera performance is quite decent: the main camera has 13 megapixels in its arsenal, the front one - 5 megapixels. Daylight shots are not displeasing, the clarity and brightness are acceptable. Under artificial lighting, indoors, pictures in the evening or at night leave much to be desired.

During video shooting, the camera often changes its settings, so color jumps and fluctuations in lighting are noticeable. The picture can alternately darken and lighten. The maximum video resolution is FHD.

For those who like to take selfies in the front camera settings, there is a beautifier function that eliminates the shortcomings in automatic mode.

If you don't initially expect something supernatural from the cameras, then there will be no disappointment. It's just worth remembering how much a smartphone costs and understanding the characteristics corresponding to the price.

• 13 megapixels main camera;
• Good quality shots in daylight;
• The ability to customize the front camera.

• Light fluctuations in photographs taken under artificial lighting;
• The impossibility of a high-quality photo in the dark;
• Automatic change of camera settings during video shooting.

For amateur photographers, the cameras have quite good performance and acceptable image quality. Those who cannot live without selfies and photos on Instagram will be completely satisfied if they think about the budget availability of this phone.

Multimedia

The multimedia characteristics of Xiaomi Redmi 6A are due to the presence of the proprietary shell of the MIUI manufacturer, which provides additional brightness to the functionality. As in other Xiaomi models, the owners of the said device have access to great possibilities for audio and video playback. The range of formats and codecs supported by the smartphone from MP3 / MP4 to FLAC and MKV, that is, everything that can be.

The playback speaker (external) is single and loud enough, although it is not recommended to use it at high volume, as sound flaws are possible at full power. The voice speaker has no complaints. The phone has the ability to record any conversations, both incoming and outgoing. This property is also a bonus from MIUI.

Completion upon purchase

Standard set of equipment, without headphones and bumpers:

• Mobile device;
• Charger;
• MicroUSB cable;
• Key for the SIM card.

Conclusion

Like any other mobile device, the Xiaomi Redmi 6A 2 / 32GB smartphone has advantages over others and, of course, disadvantages. It all depends on the individual approach of users. What suits one person is categorically rejected by others.

• The amount of memory and the possibility of its expansion;
• Compact size that does not cause inconvenience;
• Classic design, not annoying with pretentiousness (many see this as a drawback in this simplicity);
• Excellent quality cameras for this price;
• Decent battery capacity;

Everyone sees the shortcomings of the model in their own way. The most voiced ones in the comments were:

• Plastic case of a mobile device;
• Non-removable battery;
• Speaker located on the back;
• lack of dual-band Wi-Fi;
• no NFS available;
• without IrDA.

But with all this, Redmi 6A took its rightful place in the budget line of its manufacturer and found its adherents among buyers.