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Xiaomi Mi 5
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Xiaomi Mi 5

Released: 2016, February. Released 2016, AprilPrice: About 240 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), MIUI 10
CPUQuad-core (2x1.8 GHz Kryo & 2x1.36 GHz Kryo) - Standard edition, Quad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo) - Prime & Pro edition
GPUAdreno 530
NFCYes
SAR0.38 W/kg (head) 0.80 W/kg (body)
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBUSB Type-C
Size5.15 inches, 73.1 cm, 2, (~73.1% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
BrandXiaomi
BuildGlass front (Gorilla Glass 4), glass back (Gorilla Glass 4), aluminum frame
ModelXiaomi Mi 5
PriceAbout 240 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
CameraPhoto, /, Video
ColorsBlack, White, Gold, Ceramic
Models2015105
Single4 MP, f/2.0, 1/3", 2µm
StatusDiscontinued
Weight129 g / 139 g (Ceramic) (4.90 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm)
DisplayContrast ratio: 1227:1 (nominal), 3.240 (sunlight)
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 & TD-SCDMA
4G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 38, 39, 40, 41 - Global
Charging18W wired, QC3
FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR
Internal32GB 3GB RAM (Standard), 64GB 3GB RAM (Prime), 128GB 4GB RAM (Pro)
Released2016, February. Released 2016, April
Announced2016, February. Released 2016, April
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
Card slotNo
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions144.6 x 69.2 x 7.3 mm (5.69 x 2.72 x 0.29 in)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~428 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
LoudspeakerVoice 67dB / Noise 67dB / Ring 74dB
PerformanceBasemark OS II 2.0: 2180Basemark X: 33110
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio qualityNoise -95.3dB / Crosstalk -95.4dB
Battery (old)Endurance rating 92h
Infrared portYes

Xiaomi Mi 5 Overview

About Xiaomi Mi 5 Xiaomi Mi 5 is a discontinued device from Xiaomi's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2016. Xiaomi Mi 5 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 32GB 3GB RAM (Standard), 64GB 3GB RAM (Prime), 128GB 4GB RAM (Pro) with Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm) , 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 5 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 5?

The Xiaomi Mi 5 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 5 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 5 void warranty?

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

What Android version does Xiaomi Mi 5 run?

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