| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $160.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 170 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
|
| Launch | Announced | 2017, December. Released 2017, December |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 151.8 x 72.8 x 7.7 mm (5.98 x 2.87 x 0.30 in) |
| Weight | 157 g (5.54 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass), aluminum/plastic back, plastic frame | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | |
| Display | Type | IPS LCD |
| Size | 5.7 inches, 83.8 cm2 (~75.9% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~282 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version) | |
| Platform | OS | Android 7.1.2 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.1 (Oreo), MIUI 11 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 | |
| GPU | Adreno 506 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM | |
| Features | eMMC 5.1 | |
| Main Camera | Single | 12 MP, f/2.2, 1.25 μm, PDAF |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 5 MP |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.2, A2DP, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS | |
| NFC | No | |
| Radio | FM radio | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0, OTG | |
| Infrared port | Yes | |
| Features | Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | Type | Li-Po 3300 mAh, non-removable |
| Charging | 10W wired | |
| Misc | Colors | Black, Gold, Light Blue, Rose Gold |
| Models | MDG1, MDI1 | |
| SAR | 0.53 W/kg (head) 1.53 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 160 EUR | |
| Our Tests | Performance |
GeekBench: 4018 (v4.4) GFXBench: 6.8fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
| Display | Contrast ratio: 1331 (nominal), 2.951 (sunlight) | |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 66dB / Noise 68dB / Ring 82dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -27.7dB / Crosstalk -54.7dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 83h |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Xiaomi Redmi 5
Advantages
- Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio
Disadvantages
- Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
- Employs standard LCD panel technology rather than deep-black AMOLED
In real-world daily practice, the Xiaomi Redmi 5 immediately distinguishes itself through balanced ergonomics, tactile button feedback, and approachable pocketability within Xiaomi's mobile lineup. The front panel features a vibrant responsive IPS LCD measuring 5.7 inches , ensuring that reading articles, streaming media, and navigating social feeds remain fluid, vibrant, and remarkably gentle on the eyes.
Everyday software responsiveness is driven by the capable Qualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm). Routine app launches, web browsing sessions, and casual gaming are handled with dependable stability and efficient thermal behavior. For photography enthusiasts, the main camera setup—centered on a 12MP primary sensor—proves ready to document daily memories with lively color science, snappy shutter response, and commendable sharpness.
Power autonomy is reliably anchored by a 3300mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds to comfortably see users through from morning commutes to late evening unwinding. In essence, the Xiaomi Redmi 5 strikes a sensible, well-rounded balance that nails fundamental smartphone essentials without unnecessary operational complexity.
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