ByIngrid Wilhelmina 2017-12-12 8017
In additional to the unique 18:9 bezel-less screen, Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 Plus highlight the metal body design, MIUI 9 operating system, fingerprint scanner in the back, and quality dual cameras. Here is the overview of the two smartphones.
| Model | Xiaomi Redmi 5 | Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus |
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 Octa Core 1.8GHz | Snapdragon 625 Octa Core 2.0GHz |
| GPU | Adreno 506 | Adreno 506 |
| Display resolution | 1440 x 720P, 18:9 full screen (282ppi) | 2160 x 1080P, 18:9 full screen (403ppi) |
| Display size | 5.7 inch | 5.99 inch |
| RAM | 3GB | 3GB |
| Storage | 32GB | 32GB |
| OS | MIUI 9 | MIUI 9 |
| SIM card | Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| Bluetooth version | Bluetooth V4.2 | Bluetooth V4.2 |
| Front camera | 5.0MP, 1080P | 5.0MP, 1080P |
| Rear camera | 12.0MP (phase detection, AF, LED flash) | 12.0MP (phase detection, AF, dual-LED dual-tone flash) |
| Fingerprint sensor | Rear-mounted | Rear-mounted |
| Battery | Non-removable 3300mAh Li-Po battery | Non-removable 4000mAh Li-Po battery |
| Other sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Gravity Sensor, Gyroscope, Hall Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Gravity Sensor, Gyroscope, Hall Sensor, Proximity Sensor |
| Networks | 4G, 3G, 2G | 4G, 3G, 2G |
| Dimension | 5.98 x 2.87 x 0.3 inches | 6.24 x 2.97 x 0.31 inches |
| Weight | 157g | 180g |
| Build | Front glass, aluminum body | Front glass, aluminum body |
| Price |
With the specs compared, we know Redmi 5 Plus is simply a souped-up version of the Redmi 5 with an even bigger display and more powerhouse under the hood. So if you are searching for a compact smartphone for standard everyday use, then the Redmi 5 does the job perfectly. The Redmi 5 Plus, among other things, will be a better choice for those who prefer larger screen phablets with enhanced performance. Both of them will be available on December 19. Add them to your cart ahead of time and snap up the two budget Xiaomi new models.
