Xiaomi Redmi 5 Full Specifications – Price, Features & Review

Discover the complete specifications of Xiaomi Redmi 5 with prices and features. Runs on Android 7.1.2, up to Android 8.1, MIUI 11, 16GB/32GB/64GB storage, microSDXC. Comprehensive review with technical details.

🔑 Key Specs — Xiaomi Redmi 5

  • OS: Android 7.1.2 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.1 (Oreo), MIUI 11
  • Chipset: Qualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm)
  • Display: 5.7 inches, 83.8 cm2 (~75.9% screen-to-body ratio)
  • Display Type: Li-Po 3300 mAh, non-removable
  • Storage: 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
  • Main Camera: 5 MP
  • Battery: Li-Po 3300 mAh, non-removable / 10W wired
  • Weight: 157 g (5.54 oz)
  • NFC: No
  • Colors: Black, Gold, Light Blue, Rose Gold
  • Price: About 160 EUR

✅ Pros

  • Li-Po 3300 mAh, non-removable battery
  • 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Dedicated microSD card slot

❌ Cons

  • Slow charging speed
  • HD resolution, not Full HD

Xiaomi Redmi 5 – Full Specifications and Complete Review

📅 Released 2017, December

⚡ Quick Overview

💻 Operating System
Android 7.1.2, up to Android 8.1, MIUI 11
📏 Dimensions & Weight
157g, 7.7mm thickness
💾 Memory & Storage
16GB/32GB/64GB storage, microSDXC

🔗 Services Xiaomi Redmi 5

🔧
Problem Solutions
Hardware Fix

📥
Download Firmware
Rom & Flash

🔓
Network Unlock
Unlock & FRP

⚙️
Root Files
Root Files

Network

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

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
Other 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
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
Infrared port Yes
Radio FM radio
USB microUSB 2.0, OTG

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions — Xiaomi Redmi 5

Q1: What is the operating system of Xiaomi Redmi 5?

Android 7.1.2 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.1 (Oreo), MIUI 11

Q2: What is the battery capacity of Xiaomi Redmi 5?

Li-Po 3300 mAh, non-removable with 10W wired charging

Q3: What are the camera specs of Xiaomi Redmi 5?

5 MP

Q4: What is the storage capacity of Xiaomi Redmi 5?

16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM

Q5: Does Xiaomi Redmi 5 support NFC?

No

Q6: What are the dimensions and weight of Xiaomi Redmi 5?

151.8 x 72.8 x 7.7 mm (5.98 x 2.87 x 0.30 in) – Weight: 157 g (5.54 oz)

Q7: What chipset does Xiaomi Redmi 5 use?

Qualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm)

Q8: What is the price of Xiaomi Redmi 5?

About 160 EUR