Xiaomi Redmi A1 Price in South Africa
Expected Retail Price
ZAR3438
Price of Xiaomi Redmi A1 in South Africa as of Oct 2026.
Key Features:
Brand: XIAOMI
Display: 6.52" IPS LCD
Chipset: Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22 (12 nm)
Camera: Single: 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide) Auxiliary lens
Battery: 5,000 mAh / 10W wired
Memory: 2 GB RAM / 32 GB storage
Should you buy the Xiaomi Redmi A1?
Reasons to Buy
- 5,000 mAh battery capacity
- 6.52" IPS LCD display for media and everyday use
- Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22 (12 nm) platform for daily performance
Reasons to Avoid
- Durability and protection details should be confirmed before purchase.
Detailed Specifications
Launch
| Announced | 2022-09-06 |
|---|---|
| Released | 2022-09-09 |
| Device type | Smartphone |
| Model number | 220733SI, 220733SG, 220733SL, 220743FI, 220733SH |
Body
| Dimensions | 164.9 x 76.8 x 9.1 mm |
|---|---|
| Weight | 192 g |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
Display
| Type | IPS LCD |
|---|---|
| Size | 6.52 inches |
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 pixels |
| Brightness | 400 nits (typ) |
Platform
| OS | Android 12 (Go edition), MIUI 12 |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22 (12 nm) |
| CPU | Quad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | PowerVR GE8320 |
Memory
| RAM | 2 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage | 32 GB |
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
Camera
| Rear camera | Single: 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide) Auxiliary lens |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 8 MP |
| Rear features | Dual-LED flash, HDR |
| Selfie camera | Single: 5 MP, f/2.2 |
| Selfie camera MP | 5 MP |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
Battery
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh |
|---|---|
| Type | Li-Po |
| Wired charging | 10W wired |
Connectivity
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE |
| GPS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Radio | FM radio |
Features
| Sensors | Accelerometer |
|---|---|
| Audio | Loudspeaker, 3.5mm jack |
| Colors | Light Green, Light Blue, Black |
| SAR | 1.10 W/kg (head) 1.03 W/kg (body) |
Specifications last checked Jun 28, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Xiaomi Redmi A1 was officially 2022-09-09.
The starting retail price for the Xiaomi Redmi A1 in South Africa is currently za ZAR3438.
It features a 6.52" IPS LCD display with 720 x 1600 pixels resolution.
The verified rear camera specification is Single: 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide) Auxiliary lens, with video recording listed as 1080p@30fps.
The device lists a 5,000 mAh Li-Po battery, with 10W wired wired charging.
