Lava Shark 5G VS Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G

Both the Lava Shark 5G and the Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G are water resistant, though their Ingress Protection (IP) ratings differ. The Lava Shark 5G has an IP54 rating, offering more robust protection against water and dust than the Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G, which has an IP52 rating.

In terms of size, the Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G is slightly lighter and thinner. It weighs 193 g and has a thickness of 8.3 mm, compared to the Lava Shark 5G's 200 g weight and 8.5 mm thickness. The Xiaomi model is also marginally taller, standing at 171.7 mm, compared to the Lava Shark's 165.8 mm height. However, the Lava Shark 5G is slightly wider at 77.2 mm, while the Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G is 77.8 mm wide.

Both phones have similar volume measurements, with the Lava Shark 5G at 108.8 cm³ and the Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G at 110.9 cm³. Neither device features a rugged build, nor can they be folded.

The Lava Shark 5G and the Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G both feature LCD, IPS displays. The Lava Shark 5G's display measures 6.75 inches, while the Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G has a slightly larger 6.88-inch screen. The pixel density on the Lava Shark 5G is 269 ppi, which is marginally higher than the Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G's 260 ppi. In terms of resolution, the Lava Shark has 720 x 1612 pixels, while the Xiaomi model has 720 x 1640 pixels, indicating a small difference in screen resolution.

When it comes to refresh rate, the Lava Shark 5G supports 90Hz, whereas the Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G offers a smoother 120Hz refresh rate.

Neither device includes branded damage-resistant glass, supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, or features an Always-On Display. Both phones also lack a secondary screen but do have touch screens.

The Lava Shark 5G comes with 64GB of internal storage and 4GB of RAM, while the Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G offers more storage at 128GB and 6GB of RAM. Both devices use a Unisoc chipset, with the Lava Shark 5G equipped with the Unisoc T765, and the Xiaomi model using the Unisoc T7250. The Lava Shark's CPU consists of 2 cores running at 2.3 GHz and 6 cores at 2.1 GHz, whereas the Xiaomi's CPU has a slightly lower clock speed, with 2 cores at 1.8 GHz and 6 cores at 1.6 GHz.

Both phones share the same GPU, the Mali G57, with a GPU clock speed of 850 MHz. The Lava Shark 5G has a RAM speed of 2133 MHz, compared to the Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G's slightly slower 1866 MHz RAM speed. The Lava Shark's semiconductor size is 6 nm, while the Xiaomi's is 12 nm, suggesting a difference in the efficiency and size of their respective processors.

Both devices support 64-bit processing, have integrated LTE, and include integrated graphics. They also use big.LITTLE technology, allowing for a more efficient distribution of tasks between high and low-power cores. The maximum memory supported by the Lava Shark 5G is 10GB, while the Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G supports up to 12GB of memory.

The Lava Shark 5G features a 13 MP main camera and a 5 MP front camera, while the Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G boasts a significantly higher 32 MP main camera and an 8 MP front camera. Both devices offer video recording at 1080p and 30 fps, and neither includes a dual-tone LED flash, BSI sensor, or optical image stabilization. Both phones use CMOS sensors and support continuous autofocus for video, phase-detection autofocus for photos, and manual controls like exposure, ISO, and focus.

Both devices also support slow-motion video recording, in-camera panoramas, and touch autofocus. Neither device shoots raw photos, supports HDR10 or Dolby Vision recording, or has a front-facing LED flash. In terms of advanced features, neither has laser autofocus, 360° panorama shooting, or a front-facing camera under the display. Both phones also lack 3D photo/video recording capabilities.

When comparing the front camera, the Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G offers a slightly better 8 MP resolution compared to the Lava Shark 5G’s 5 MP front camera. Additionally, the Xiaomi model supports more detailed imaging for the main camera with its 32 MP sensor, compared to the Lava Shark's 13 MP main sensor.

Both the Lava Shark 5G and the Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G run on Android 15. Neither device receives direct OS updates, and neither can be used as a PC. Both devices also support voice commands.

Since the specifications for both products match in every category under the operating system group, there are no differences to note between the two models in this regard.

The Lava Shark 5G is equipped with a 5000 mAh battery, while the Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G has a slightly larger 5200 mAh battery. Both devices support fast charging, but the Lava Shark 5G offers a faster charging speed of 18W compared to the Xiaomi's 15W. Neither phone supports wireless charging, has a removable battery, or includes any significant differences in battery-related features such as a battery level indicator or rechargeable battery.

Both phones come with a charger in the box, and they each have a battery level indicator, ensuring users can easily monitor their battery status. The rechargeable nature of both batteries further ensures that users can keep their devices powered over time.

Both the Lava Shark 5G and the Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G feature a 3.5 mm audio jack, allowing users to connect wired headphones or other audio devices. However, neither device includes stereo speakers, supports LDAC, or offers aptX Lossless audio technology. The Lava Shark 5G has a radio, while the Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G does not include this feature.

Aside from the radio, the two phones are very similar in terms of audio capabilities, with no significant differences in their audio connectivity or technologies.

The Lava Shark 5G supports 5G connectivity, while the Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G only supports 4G. Both phones have dual SIM card slots, support Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), and feature USB Type-C ports. The Bluetooth version on the Lava Shark 5G is 5.0, whereas the Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G has the slightly newer Bluetooth 5.2. Both devices also have an external memory slot, NFC, and a fingerprint scanner.

When it comes to sensors, both phones include a GPS, accelerometer, and cellular module. However, neither has a gyroscope, compass, barometer, infrared sensor, or an HDMI output. Neither device supports 3D facial recognition, iris scanning, motion tracking, optical tracking, or has a built-in projector. Both phones support Galileo for satellite positioning, but neither offers crash detection, emergency SOS via satellite, or DLNA certification.

While the Lava Shark 5G stands out with 5G support, the Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G has a slightly more advanced Bluetooth version (5.2). Otherwise, the connectivity and feature set of both devices are quite similar.

Both the Lava Shark 5G and the Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G are equipped with a video light, which can help with low-light photography and video recording. Neither device features a sapphire glass display, a curved display, nor an e-paper display, as these advanced screen technologies are not present on either phone.

The two phones are identical in terms of these miscellaneous features, with no differences between them in this category.