Xiaomi 16 Ultra vs Xiaomi Redmi A3
Compare Xiaomi 16 Ultra vs Xiaomi Redmi A3 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 vs MediaTek Helio G36, 6200mAh vs 5000mAh battery, $1299 vs $699…
Xiaomi
16 Ultra
$1,299
10categories won
Xiaomi
Redmi A3
$699
3categories won
13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi 16 Ultra takes the overall win
The Xiaomi 16 Ultra claims the overall win over the Xiaomi Redmi A3, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the 16 Ultra leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the 16 Ultra. Choose the 16 Ultra if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Redmi A3 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
16 Ultra wins on endurance with 6,200 mAh and 120W fast charging.
16 Ultra leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 and 24GB RAM.
16 Ultra wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3.2x dedicated optical zoom.
Redmi A3 wins on budget and value at $699 compared to $1299.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
16 Ultra vs Redmi A3: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 16 Ultra | Redmi A3 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.73" | 6.71" |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3200Winner | 720 x 1650 |
| Pixel density | 521 ppiWinner | 268 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 HzWinner | 90 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3600 nitsWinner | 500 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 16 Ultra | Redmi A3 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 | MediaTek Helio G36 |
| Process node | 2 nm | — |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000Winner | 145,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 10800Winner | 820 |
| Maximum RAM | 24 GB | — |
| Maximum storage | 2TB | — |
Camera
| Specification | 16 Ultra | Redmi A3 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | — |
| Rear cameras | 4 | — |
| Optical zoom | 3.2x | — |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | — |
| Selfie camera | 32 MPWinner | 5 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps | 1080p@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 16 Ultra | Redmi A3 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6,200 mAhWinner | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 120 WWinner | 10 W |
| Wireless charging | 80 WWinner | No |
Design
| Specification | 16 Ultra | Redmi A3 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 226 g | 193 gWinner |
| Thickness | 9.2 mm | 8.3 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP52 |
| Build | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back | — |
Software and support
| Specification | 16 Ultra | Redmi A3 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 17 | 14 |
| OS updates | 7 years | — |
| Security updates | 7 years | — |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 16 Ultra | Redmi A3 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | No |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $1,299 | $699Winner |
Xiaomi 16 Ultra
Equipped with a second-gen 1-inch LOFIC sensor with 15EV dynamic range, stepless physical f/1.6–f/4.0 aperture, a mammoth 200MP 1/1.4" periscope telephoto, 120W wired and 80W wireless charging, and 6,200 mAh capacity, the 16 Ultra is a DSLR in your pocket.
- Display
- 6.73"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 6,200mAh
Xiaomi Redmi A3
The Redmi A3 brings ultra-premium circular halo camera styling and vegan leather back options to the ultra-budget category, pairing smooth 90Hz scrolling with Gorilla Glass 3 durability.
- Display
- 6.71"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Helio G36
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
- Software
- 14