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Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus (redmi Note 5)

Redmi 5 Plus (redmi Note 5)
Released Discontinued 180 g (6.35 oz), 158.5 x 75.5 x 8.1 mm Android 7.1.2 (Nougat), planned upgrade to Android 10, MIUI 12 32GB
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$180.00 PRICE (USD)
5.99 inches 1080 x 2160 pixels
12 MP 4K
3GB RAM Qualcomm
4000 mAh 10W
Pricing Mode: 🌐 Global (USD $)
Prices Price (USD) USD $180.00 USD
Network Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Launch Announced 2018, February. Released 2018, February
Status Discontinued
Body Dimensions 158.5 x 75.5 x 8.1 mm (6.24 x 2.97 x 0.32 in)
Weight 180 g (6.35 oz)
Build Glass front, aluminum/plastic back, aluminum frame
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Display Type IPS LCD
Size 5.99 inches, 92.6 cm2 (~77.4% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
Platform OS Android 7.1.2 (Nougat), planned upgrade to Android 10, MIUI 12
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
CPU Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU Adreno 506
Memory Card slot microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Features eMMC 5.1
Main Camera Single 12 MP, f/2.2, 1.25 μm, dual pixel PDAF
Features Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Video 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Selfie camera Single 5 MP
Video 1080p@30fps
Sound Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
Comms WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 4.2, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, BDS
NFC No
Radio FM radio
USB microUSB 2.0
Infrared port Yes
Features Sensors Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Battery Type Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging 10W wired
Misc Colors Black, Gold, Blue, Rose Gold
Models MEG7, MEI7
SAR 1.01 W/kg (head)     1.47 W/kg (body)
Price About 180 EUR
Our Tests Performance GeekBench: 4309 (v4.4)

GFXBench: 3.4fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Display Contrast ratio: 1431:1 (nominal), 2.913 (sunlight)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 71dB / Noise 72dB / Ring 87dB
Audio quality Noise -29.7dB / Crosstalk -91.8dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 104h

Mini Review & Verdict

A smart summary of the Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus (redmi Note 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

With clean, harmonious contours and an emphasis on tactile everyday comfort, the Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus (redmi Note 5) blends effortlessly into modern lifestyles. The chassis slips naturally into pockets and palms alike, while the vibrant responsive IPS LCD display measuring 5.99 inches delivers a pleasing visual greeting whenever the screen wakes up.

Daily computational tasks are managed seamlessly by the Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm). Navigating operating system menus, streaming playlists, and cycling between social applications happens with smooth, predictable responsiveness and frugal energy consumption. Capturing spontaneous moments with friends and family is intuitive thanks to the camera array—centered on a 12MP primary sensor—which produces lively, flattering shots with natural skin tones and swift shutter speed.

Dependable all-day stamina is sustained by a 4000mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds ensuring you stay connected without battery anxiety throughout active weekends and busy workdays. In short, the Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus (redmi Note 5) is a tasteful, well-judged daily companion that delivers premium everyday usability.

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