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Xiaomi Mi 5
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Display
5.15"
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Capacity
3000 mAh
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Main Camera
16 MP
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RAM
4 GB
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Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820
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Charging
18W
Xiaomi Mi 5 is a smartphone released in 2016 featuring 5.15-inch display, Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 processor, 4GB RAM, 3000mAh battery, 18W fast charging.
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The Xiaomi Mi 5 is a smartphone from Xiaomi featuring Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 processor, 5.15" IPS_LCD, 16MP camera. Find the latest prices in Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Egypt on Wakteey. Below you'll find the full specifications, comparisons, and updated prices for the Xiaomi Mi 5 in 2026.
If you're thinking about buying the Xiaomi Mi 5 in 2026, here's a quick answer before you decide 👇
⚠️ Warning
This phone is outdated in 2026 and is not recommended for most users.
You can find much better performance at the same price today. 👇
- Basic use only 📱
- Heavy all-day use
- Heavy gaming 🎮
- 5G network users
Final verdict
Xiaomi Mi 5 is an outdated phone released in 2016. We don't recommend buying it in 2026 — better options exist at the same price.
Key Specifications
Display
5.15" IPS_LCD · Hz
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820
RAM
3GB / 4GB
Internal Storage
32GB / 64GB / 128GB
Main Camera
16MP f/2.0
Capacity
3,000mAh · 18W
OS
ANDROID Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), MIUI 10
Features
Available Colors
Xiaomi Mi 5 in detail
Xiaomi Mi 5 display
The Xiaomi Mi 5 has a 5.15-inch IPS_LCD display with FHD resolution. Pixel density is 428 ppi, which keeps text and images very sharp.
Performance
It is powered by the Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm). RAM goes up to 4 GB. Storage starts at 32 GB and goes up to 128 GB (UFS 2.0), with no microSD slot.
Camera
The main rear camera is 16 MP with f/2.0 aperture and a 1/2.8" sensor. Video tops out at 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps. The selfie camera is 4 MP.
Battery & charging
The battery is 3,000 mAh, relatively small, so you may need a top-up during the day. Wired charging is 18W.
Design & software
It weighs 129 g. It runs Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), MIUI 10.
Price & value
The Xiaomi Mi 5 costs roughly $539 globally. Local prices in Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Egypt change often, so check the Prices tab before you buy.
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