{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/tecno-spark-go-1-vs-xiaomi-redmi-a5/",
    "generated": "2026-10-15T05:34:34+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Tecno Spark Go 1 vs Xiaomi Redmi A5",
    "answer": "The Tecno Spark Go 1 and the Xiaomi Redmi A5 finish within three points of each other on our combined specification score, so neither is a clear winner. Tecno Spark Go 1 leads on performance.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "Tecno Spark Go 1",
            "slug": "tecno-spark-go-1",
            "brand": "Tecno",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/tecno/tecno-spark-go-1/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/TECNO-Spark-Go-Smartphone-Showcase-1.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 22999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-02-09T14:06:58+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 56,
                "camera": 74,
                "battery": 60.8,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 18.8,
                "value": 97.6,
                "overall": 64.8
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "2024 (Pakistan)",
                    "Dimensions": "163.7 × 75.6 × 8.6 mm",
                    "Weight": "Approx. 188 g"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.6 inches",
                    "Resolution": "720 × 1612 pixels (~267 ppi)",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD",
                    "Protection": "Scratch-resistant glass"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Unisoc T606 (12 nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core (2×1.6 GHz Cortex-A75 + 6×1.6 GHz Cortex-A55)",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G57 MP1",
                    "Operating system": "Android 13 (Go edition)"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "3 GB / 4 GB",
                    "Internal storage": "64 GB",
                    "Card slot": "microSDXC (dedicated slot)"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "13 MP wide + AI lens",
                    "Selfie camera": "8 MP",
                    "Video recording": "1080p@30fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Non-removable Li-Ion 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",
                    "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": 54,
                "camera": 74,
                "battery": 62.8,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 31.3,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 66.4
            },
            "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": null,
        "margin": 1.6,
        "decisive": false,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-spark-go-1": 56,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-a5": 54
                },
                "leader": "tecno-spark-go-1"
            },
            {
                "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": {
                    "tecno-spark-go-1": 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": {
                    "tecno-spark-go-1": 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": {
                    "tecno-spark-go-1": 87,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-a5": 87
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-spark-go-1": 18.8,
                    "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": {
                    "tecno-spark-go-1": 97.6,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-a5": 100
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-a5"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Xiaomi Redmi A5 charges 8W faster.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi A5 offers 2 GB more RAM.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi A5 ships with 64 GB more storage.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi A5 has a 19 MP higher-resolution main sensor."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Tecno Spark Go 1 or Xiaomi Redmi A5?",
            "answer": "Tecno Spark Go 1 and Xiaomi Redmi A5 finish within a few points of each other, so neither is a clear winner on paper. Pick the one that leads in the category you care about most."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of Tecno Spark Go 1 and Xiaomi Redmi A5 in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Tecno Spark Go 1 is listed at PKR 22,999 and Xiaomi Redmi A5 at PKR 22,999. That makes Xiaomi Redmi A5 cheaper by PKR 0. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, Tecno Spark Go 1 or Xiaomi Redmi A5?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Redmi A5 leads on battery. Tecno Spark Go 1 carries a 5000 mAh cell and Xiaomi Redmi A5 a 5000 mAh cell, with 10W and 18W wired charging respectively."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Tecno Spark Go 1 or Xiaomi Redmi A5?",
            "answer": "Tecno Spark Go 1 is the stronger gaming phone here. Tecno Spark Go 1 runs the Unisoc T606 (12 nm) while Xiaomi Redmi A5 runs the MediaTek Helio G36 (12 nm)."
        }
    ],
    "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/)."
}