Xiaomi Releases Redmi A5 in Indonesia, First Global Launch for Entry-Level Market
Xiaomi officially releases its newest entry-level smartphone, Redmi A5, to the Indonesian market. This launch is also the first global debut of this device, marking Xiaomi’s commitment to providing affordable devices with superior features for consumers in the country.
Redmi A5 was launched at the same time as Redmi Pad SE 8.7, the latest tablet from Xiaomi.
“Redmi A5 was launched globally for the first time to the Indonesian public. We hope that this device can improve the digital experience for more and more consumers,” said Andi Renreng, Marketing Director of Xiaomi Indonesia, quoted from KompasTekno, Saturday (22/3/2025).
Featured Features: 120 Hz Refresh Rate and AI Camera
Even though it is in the entry-level segment, the Redmi A5 comes with quite impressive specifications. One of its flagship features is screen with a refresh rate of 120 Hz, which is generally only found on mid to upper class phones (flagship).
As a comparison, smartphones in the price range under IDR 3 million generally only have a maximum refresh rate of 60 Hz. The high refresh rate provides a smoother visual experience, especially when scrolling the screen or enjoying multimedia content.
Apart from that, the Redmi A5 is also equipped with a main camera 32 MP with support AI night mode, which is claimed to be able to produce sharp photos in low lighting conditions.
Complete specifications for Redmi A5
Following are the main specifications of the Redmi A5:
Screen: 6.88 inches HD+ (1640 x 720 pixels), 260 ppi, 120 Hz refresh rate, 450 nits brightness
Chipsets: Unisoc T7250 (12nm), CPU up to 1.8 GHz
RAM & Storage: 8 GB RAM, 128 GB internal storage
Rear Camera: 32 MP (f/2.0) + additional lens
Front Camera: 8 MP (f/2.0)
Battery: 5,200 mAh, supports 15W fast charging
Additional Features: Fingerprint scanner, face unlock, WiFi, FM radio
Dimensions & Weight: 171.1 x 77.8 x 8.26 mm, 193 grams
For the record, even though the Redmi A5’s main camera has a resolution of 32 MP—lower than its predecessor, the Redmi A4, which had 50 MP—the Redmi A5’s front camera has actually improved.
Xiaomi has not announced the Android version or MIUI interface used by this device.
Price and Availability
Redmi A5 is marketed at a price IDR 1,199,000 for the 8GB RAM and 128GB internal storage variant. Available in three color options: Midnight Black, Sandy Gold, And Lake Green.
This device is starting to be available in Indonesia starting March 25, 2025, both online through official Xiaomi stores and e-commerce partners, as well as offline at Xiaomi outlets and physical retailers.
