Redmi Note 5
The 2018 budget bestseller with a tall display and big battery.
The Redmi Note 5 is a budget Xiaomi smartphone released Feb 2018, with a launch price of $185. It pairs the Snapdragon 636 with a 5.99" LCD 60 Hz display, a 12 MP · f/1.9 main camera and a 4,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 56/100 — A 2018 budget legend. Standout strengths: tall 18:9 display + 4,000 mah. and sd636 was fast for budget. Main trade-off: 1080p lcd.
A 2018 budget legend.
Redmi Note 5 (Pro) paired a tall 18:9 display, the snappy SD636 and a 4,000 mAh battery at $185 — one of the best-selling budget phones of 2018, especially in India.
Read the full review- Tall 18:9 display + 4,000 mAh.
- SD636 was fast for budget.
- Jack + microSD + IR.
- Metal build.
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Frequently asked questions
When was the Redmi Note 5 released?
The Redmi Note 5 was released in Feb 2018.
How much does the Redmi Note 5 cost?
The Redmi Note 5 launched at $185 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Redmi Note 5 screen size and type?
The Redmi Note 5 has a 5.99" LCD 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the Redmi Note 5 use?
The Redmi Note 5 is powered by the Snapdragon 636 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Redmi Note 5 have?
The Redmi Note 5 ships with 4 GB · 64 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Redmi Note 5 battery capacity?
The Redmi Note 5 has a 4,000 mAh battery.
How fast does the Redmi Note 5 charge?
The Redmi Note 5 supports 10 W wired charging.
What is the Redmi Note 5 main camera?
The Redmi Note 5 has a 12 MP · f/1.9 main camera.
Does the Redmi Note 5 have 5G?
The Redmi Note 5 does not support 5G (4G LTE only).
How much does the Redmi Note 5 weigh?
The Redmi Note 5 weighs 180 g.
What colours does the Redmi Note 5 come in?
The Redmi Note 5 is available in 4 colours: Black, Gold, Blue, Rose Gold.
Is the Redmi Note 5 worth buying?
Redmi Note 5 (Pro) paired a tall 18:9 display, the snappy SD636 and a 4,000 mAh battery at $185 — one of the best-selling budget phones of 2018, especially in India. SpecEagle gives the Redmi Note 5 an editorial score of 56/100.
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