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Xiaomi Mi 5s

Released: January 1, 2016
Discontinued

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Display

5.15"

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Capacity

3200 mAh

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Main Camera

12 MP

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RAM

4 GB

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Chipset

Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821

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Charging

18W

Xiaomi Mi 5s is a smartphone released in 2016 featuring 5.15-inch display, Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 processor, 4GB RAM, 3200mAh battery, 18W fast charging.

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The Xiaomi Mi 5s is a smartphone from Xiaomi featuring Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 processor, 5.15" IPS_LCD, 12MP 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 5s in 2026.

🏆 Expert Verdict
3.6/10

If you're thinking about buying the Xiaomi Mi 5s 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This phone is outdated in 2026 and is not recommended for most users.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. 👇

🟢 Good for
  • Basic use only 📱
🔴 Not ideal for
  • Heavy all-day use
  • Heavy gaming 🎮
  • 5G network users
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Final verdict

Xiaomi Mi 5s is an outdated phone released in 2016. We don't recommend buying it in 2026 — better options exist at the same price.

Key Specifications

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Display

5.15" IPS_LCD · Hz

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Chipset

Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821

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RAM

3GB / 4GB

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Internal Storage

64GB / 128GB

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Main Camera

12MP f/2.0

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Capacity

3,200mAh · 18W

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OS

ANDROID Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), MIUI 10

Features

NFC
5G
Wireless Charging
Water Resistant
Headphone Jack
Memory Card
Stereo Speakers
OIS Camera

Available Colors

SilverGrayGoldRose Gold

Xiaomi Mi 5s in detail

Xiaomi Mi 5s display

The Xiaomi Mi 5s 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 821 (14 nm). RAM goes up to 4 GB. Storage starts at 64 GB and goes up to 128 GB, with no microSD slot.

Camera

The main rear camera is 12 MP with f/2.0 aperture and a 1/2.3" sensor. Video tops out at 4K@30fps, 1080p@120fps. The selfie camera is 4 MP.

Battery & charging

The battery is 3,200 mAh, relatively small, so you may need a top-up during the day. Wired charging is 18W.

Design & software

It weighs 145 g. It runs Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), MIUI 10.

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