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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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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| 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 | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
5.7"
720x1440 pixels
12MP
1080p
2-4GB RAM
Snapdragon 450
3300mAh
10W
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE |
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| 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 |
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Launch
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Announced | 2017, December. Released 2017, December |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 151.8 x 72.8 x 7.7 mm (5.98 x 2.87 x 0.30 in) |
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| Weight | 157 g (5.54 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass), aluminum/plastic back, plastic frame | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
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Display
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Type | IPS LCD |
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| 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) |
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Platform
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OS | Android 7.1.2 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.1 (Oreo), MIUI 11 |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 | |
| GPU | Adreno 506 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
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| Internal | 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM | |
| ??? | eMMC 5.1 |
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Main Camera
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Single | 12 MP, f/2.2, 1.25 ??m, PDAF |
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 5 MP |
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| Video | 1080p@30fps |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
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| Bluetooth | 4.2, A2DP, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS | |
| NFC | No | |
| Infrared port | Yes | |
| Radio | FM radio | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0, OTG |
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Features
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Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Po 3300 mAh, non-removable |
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| Charging | 10W wired |
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Misc
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Colors | Black, Gold, Light Blue, Rose Gold |
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| Models | MDG1, MDI1 | |
| SAR | 0.53 W/kg (head) 1.53 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 160 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Performance | GeekBench: 4018 (v4.4) GFXBench: 6.8fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
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| 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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