Launch report · Xiaomi
Xiaomi Mi 5X: The MIUI-running twin of the Mi A1, with a dual camera and metal build.
SpecEagle Editorial·Jul 2017·$230·Score 52/100
Mi 5X used the same hardware as the Mi A1 but ran MIUI instead of Android One — Xiaomi's standard launch path in China. Same dual-camera and metal build, different software philosophy.
Key specs at launch
Display
5.5" LCD
Chipset
Snapdragon 625
Memory
4 GB · 32 GB
Main cam
12 MP + 12 MP
Battery
3,080 mAh
Weight
165 g
What stands out
- Dual 12 MP camera with 2× zoom.
- Aluminium unibody.
- Efficient Snapdragon 625.
- microSD + jack + IR blaster.
What to watch
- MIUI ads.
- Mono speaker.
- 5 MP selfie.
- Slow 10 W charging.
The phone it has to beat
Nokia 7 Plus
$429 · score 70/100