{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/sparx-neo-15-pro-vs-xiaomi-redmi-a5/",
    "generated": "2026-08-10T22:15:09+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Sparx Neo 15 Pro vs Xiaomi Redmi A5",
    "answer": "The Sparx Neo 15 Pro is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 69 against 60 on our combined specification score. It leads on value for money. The Xiaomi Redmi A5 still wins on battery & charging and memory & storage, so it remains the better choice if that is your priority. The Xiaomi Redmi A5 is the cheaper of the two at PKR 22,999 against PKR 23,499.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "Sparx Neo 15 Pro",
            "slug": "sparx-neo-15-pro",
            "brand": "Sparx",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/sparx/sparx-neo-15-pro/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/ChatGPT-Image-Jan-25-2026-12_09_00-PM-683x1024.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 23499,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-01-25T07:11:37+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "camera": 74,
                "battery": 60.8,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 25,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 69.1
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "December 18, 2025",
                    "Dimensions": "161.7 x 74 x 8.8 mm",
                    "Water resistance": "No official IP rating"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.79 inches",
                    "Resolution": "720 x 1600 pixels( ~258 ppi)",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD 90Hz"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core",
                    "Operating system": "Android 15"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "4 GB +(4 GB)",
                    "Internal storage": "128 GB",
                    "Card slot": "microSD (up to 256 GB)"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "13 MP LED Flash",
                    "Selfie camera": "8 MP",
                    "Video recording": "720p 1080p@30fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Po 5000 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "10W wired"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.0",
                    "NFC": "No",
                    "Sensors": "fingerprint Side-mounted accelerometer proximity compass gyro",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Xiaomi Redmi A5",
            "slug": "xiaomi-redmi-a5",
            "brand": "Redmi",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/redmi/xiaomi-redmi-a5/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-15-2025-09_34_11-AM.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 22999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2025-12-28T07:38:41+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 30.6,
                "camera": 74,
                "battery": 62.8,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 31.3,
                "value": 89.3,
                "overall": 59.5
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "March 2024 (official)",
                    "Dimensions": "168.3 × 76.3 × 8.3 mm",
                    "Weight": "193 g",
                    "Water resistance": "Not rated"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.88 inches",
                    "Resolution": "720 × 1640 pixels (~260 ppi)",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD, 90Hz",
                    "Protection": "Scratch-resistant glass"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Helio G36 (12 nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core (4×2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 + 4×1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)",
                    "GPU": "PowerVR GE8320",
                    "Operating system": "Android 14 (Go Edition), MIUI"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "4 GB / 6 GB",
                    "Internal storage": "64 GB / 128 GB",
                    "Card slot": "microSDXC (dedicated slot)"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "32 MP wide + auxiliary lens",
                    "Selfie camera": "8 MP",
                    "Video recording": "1080p@30fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Non-removable Li-Po 5000 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "18W wired"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.0",
                    "NFC": "No",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "sparx-neo-15-pro",
        "margin": 9.6,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "xiaomi-redmi-a5": 30.6
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "camera",
                "label": "Camera",
                "weight": 20,
                "basis": "Camera Score where available, otherwise sensor resolution and lens count. Megapixels alone do not measure image quality.",
                "scores": {
                    "sparx-neo-15-pro": 74,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-a5": 74
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "sparx-neo-15-pro": 60.8,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-a5": 62.8
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-a5"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "sparx-neo-15-pro": 87,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-a5": 87
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "sparx-neo-15-pro": 25,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-a5": 31.3
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-a5"
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "sparx-neo-15-pro": 100,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-a5": 89.3
                },
                "leader": "sparx-neo-15-pro"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": [
            "Performance"
        ]
    },
    "differences": [
        "Xiaomi Redmi A5 costs PKR 500 less.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi A5 charges 8W faster.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi A5 offers 2 GB more RAM.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi A5 has a 19 MP higher-resolution main sensor."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Sparx Neo 15 Pro or Xiaomi Redmi A5?",
            "answer": "Sparx Neo 15 Pro comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 9.6 points. It wins on value for money. Xiaomi Redmi A5 can still be the better buy if your priorities sit elsewhere or if you find it at a lower street price."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of Sparx Neo 15 Pro and Xiaomi Redmi A5 in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Sparx Neo 15 Pro is listed at PKR 23,499 and Xiaomi Redmi A5 at PKR 22,999. That makes Xiaomi Redmi A5 cheaper by PKR 500. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, Sparx Neo 15 Pro or Xiaomi Redmi A5?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Redmi A5 leads on battery. Sparx Neo 15 Pro carries a 5000 mAh cell and Xiaomi Redmi A5 a 5000 mAh cell, with 10W and 18W wired charging respectively."
        }
    ],
    "methodology": "Category scores are derived from published hardware specifications using one formula applied to every device. Categories without sufficient published data are excluded from the total rather than estimated. No paid placement, no editorial weighting.",
    "license": "Facts may be quoted with attribution to WhatMobilePK.com (https://whatmobilepk.com/)."
}