Ultra-budget smartphones keep shaking up the market, and the Xiaomi Redmi A3 is a striking example. Reports from the Hi-Tech Mail.Ru portal confirm the device’s sale in Russia started at around 7,000 rubles, a price point that puts it squarely in the entry-level segment while still delivering notable value. The official rollout followed a mid-February reveal in India, and within a week the Redmi A3 began appearing in Russian stores. The design borrows cues from Xiaomi’s flagship aesthetic, notably the styling hints seen in the Xiaomi 13 Ultra, yet the Redmi A3 stays true to its affordable roots. Powering the handset is the MediaTek Helio G36 system chip, paired with either 3 or 6 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and storage options of 64 or 128 GB via eMMC 5.1, giving users practical performance for everyday tasks and light gaming.
The Redmi A3 sports a large 6.7-inch IPS display with a resolution of 1650×720 and a 90 Hz refresh rate, which helps smooth scrolling and smoother visuals for multimedia. The camera setup includes an 8 MP main sensor complemented by a 0.08 MP auxiliary sensor, while a 5 MP front-facing camera handles selfies. A sizable 5,000 mAh battery powers the device and supports 10W charging, which reflects the budget tier and is slower than many modern fast-charging standards. The handset runs Android 13 with Xiaomi’s MIUI 14 skin on top, offering familiar features and ongoing software updates that enhance usability and security over time.
Additional practical touches include a fingerprint sensor integrated into the power button for quick access, a standard headphone jack, and USB Type-C connectivity. In Russia, Redmi A3 prices vary depending on the chosen configuration, ranging roughly from 6.9 to 8.9 thousand rubles. This spread reflects the differences between RAM and storage combinations, as well as regional adjustments that buyers might encounter in different retail channels.
Earlier in Russia, a Realme Note 50 was also introduced, with a price around 6,000 rubles and a 90 Hz display to appeal to budget-conscious consumers. The Redmi A3’s feature set positions it as a competitive option for those who want a larger screen, decent battery life, and modern software at a wallet-friendly price. In everyday use, it handles messaging, web browsing, media consumption, and light apps with adequate smoothness, while the MIUI 14 layer adds familiar customization options without overwhelming the experience.