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Xiaomi Mi 5c
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Xiaomi Mi 5c

Released: 2017, February. Released 2017, MarchPrice: About 150 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 7.1 (Nougat), MIUI 8
CPUOcta-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.4 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-T860MP4
NFCNo
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBUSB Type-C
EDGEYes
GPRSYes
Size5.15 inches, 73.1 cm, 2, (~72.6% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandXiaomi
BuildGlass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
ModelXiaomi Mi 5c
PriceAbout 150 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA, LTE
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsBlack, Gold, Rose Gold
Single8 MP, f/2.0, 27mm (wide)
StatusDiscontinued
Weight135 g (4.76 oz)
ChipsetXiaomi Surge S1
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bandsTD-SCDMA
4G bands38, 39, 40, 41
Charging18W wired, QC3
FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Internal64GB 3GB RAM
Released2017, February. Released 2017, March
Announced2017, February. Released 2017, March
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
Card slotNo
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions144.4 x 69.7 x 7.1 mm (5.69 x 2.74 x 0.28 in)
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~428 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Infrared portYes

Xiaomi Mi 5c Overview

About Xiaomi Mi 5c Xiaomi Mi 5c is a discontinued device from Xiaomi's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2017. Xiaomi Mi 5c has a wide variety of great specifications such as 64GB 3GB RAM with Xiaomi Surge S1 , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Xiaomi Mi 5c can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Xiaomi Mi 5c?

The Xiaomi Mi 5c supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Xiaomi Mi 5c support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Xiaomi devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Xiaomi Mi 5c void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Xiaomi Mi 5c will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Xiaomi Mi 5c run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Xiaomi Mi 5c.