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Xiaomi Redmi 5 phone review — specs and Genze score

Xiaomi Redmi 5 Specifications

For China; India

Xiaomi

Released 2017, Dec 15

2 / 3 / 4 GB RAM · Qualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm)

  • 157g, 7.7mm thickness
  • Android 7.1.2, up to Android 8.1, MIUI 11
  • 16GB/32GB/64GB storage, microSDXC

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 6.5
Display 4.9
Performance 4.5
Camera 3.9
Body 5.6
Gaming 4.7
Software 4.4
Connectivity 1.6
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
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Genze total: 4.8/10

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Quick specifications

5.7"

720x1440 pixels

12MP

1080p

2-4GB RAM

Snapdragon 450

3300mAh

10W

Score breakdown

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4.8 /10
Performance 4.5/10
Battery 6.5/10
Display 4.9/10
Camera 3.9/10
Body 5.6/10
Gaming 4.7/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 1.6/10
Sensors 7.2/10
14 nm 1.80 GHz BT 4.2 2017

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
??? CDMA 800 & TD-SCDMA
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41
Speed HSPA, LTE
Announced 2017, December. Released 2017, December
Status Discontinued
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
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)
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
Card slot microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
??? eMMC 5.1
Single 12 MP, f/2.2, 1.25 ??m, PDAF
Features LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video 1080p@30fps
Single 5 MP
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 4.2, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, BDS
NFC No
Infrared port Yes
Radio FM radio
USB microUSB 2.0, OTG
Sensors Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Type Li-Po 3300 mAh, non-removable
Charging 10W wired
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
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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Xiaomi Redmi 5 worth buying in 2026?

Xiaomi Redmi 5 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.8/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

What is the battery capacity of Xiaomi Redmi 5?

Xiaomi Redmi 5 has a 3,300 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Xiaomi Redmi 5 have?

Xiaomi Redmi 5 features a 5.70-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Xiaomi Redmi 5 have?

Xiaomi Redmi 5 is available with 2 / 3 / 4 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Xiaomi Redmi 5?

Genze rates Xiaomi Redmi 5 4.8/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

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