Xiaomi Mi A1 or Redmi 5 Plus? - Device Reviews and Information

Hi there,
Hope this the correct place for this questions.
I find it difficult to choose between the Xiaomi Mi A1 or Redmi 5 Plus Global (both with SD625, 4GB RAM/64GB ROM, LTE Band 20)
I like the fact that Mi A1 is thin, has Stock Android One looking at future updates. And it has USB-C and double camera. So in general a very safe choice.
On the other hand, I like the 18:9 5.99" screen of Redmi 5 Plus with the slightly bigger form factor, and 4000mha battery. But I have doubts about MUI 9 (RAM management) and the use of Micro USB.
What are your thoughts?
Thanks!
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Which one, leeco le pro 3 or xiaomi Mi 5s plus?

I have to get rid of my phone and buy a new one in the next 2 weeks, I won't upgrade anytime soon so it has to be a SD821. which one of those two do you guys recommend and why?
As i can see, 5.5" size is important for you. In your position i go for OnePlus 3T.
Mi5s Plus, is a no go for me, that dual camera it's even worst than Mi5 camera because it's to much dependable of image algorithm where Xiaomi sucks.
It has oled 5.5", SD821, dash charge that it's better than QC 3.0 and super community support.
If Size was not important, all the way to Mi5s (not plus).
My vote goes for either Mi 5s Plus or Oneplus 3T. I think the software is better on the 3T (better international translations).

i have some questions abut mi 5

hi every one
i want to buy a new smart phone
i have some questions abut mi 5
1)so i watch youtube video its was so bad.... is this phone bending?
2)price in my country is 300 for mi5 and 325 for mi5 s .... witch one is better?
3)best antutu benchmark on mi5 and mi5s?
thank
1)so i watch youtube video its was so bad.... is this phone bending?
Mi 5S is thought to be sturdier than the Mi 5. But with a good quality hard case I really doubt you'll ever get as far as bending it, especially not by accident.
2)price in my country is 300 for mi5 and 325 for mi5 s .... witch one is better?
Mi 5S is the updated version with faster chipset and new fingerprint scanner etcetera. Some people argue the software support is better on the Mi 5 though, as it is sold more. Hard to make a hard case of that argument as it is mostly speculation from people who don't have both and cannot see in the future.
3)best antutu benchmark on mi5 and mi5s?
Almost certain the Mi 5S as it has the superior specs.
so mi5s is not bending right?
and its faster?
how much difference it has with mi 6?
tanx for answer bro:fingers-crossed:
It will definitely not bend. I've never put a cover on mine and almost every time I sit on my sofa to play PS4 I end up sitting on top of it haha.
Yes the Snapdragon 821 is definitely faster than the 820 I've had both the mi 5 and mi 5s.
The mi 5s (not plus) share the same camera as the Google Pixel, which Google claim is the best camera available on a smartphone today.
Finally the fingerprint is wayyy better than mi 5
As for the mi 6, that's a beast of a processor it has (Snapdragon 835). Camera setup is a dual telephoto camera. The only drawback (for some, I personally use a pair of letv cdla headphones) is that it lacks the audio jack.
Sent from my MI 5s using Tapatalk
tnax i go buy the mi5 s ...ops just buyet

Questions about Mi Mix2

Hi Guys,
I own a redmi note 3 pro. It's an awesome mid range device but now I want to switch to a flagship device .
I am from India and I have two options Mi Mix2 or One plus 5T (64 GB variant)
I have read a lot of criticism of Mi mix2 camera as it lacks dual camera an not good (Portrait mode is missing) but I want to own a 128 GB device in this budget. (One plus 128gb variant) costs 5K INR more.
I like design of Mi mix as well.
Please help me decide between these two
gulshanstrider said:
Hi Guys,
I own a redmi note 3 pro. It's an awesome mid range device but now I want to switch to a flagship device .
I am from India and I have two options Mi Mix2 or One plus 5T (64 GB variant)
I have read a lot of criticism of Mi mix2 camera as it lacks dual camera an not good (Portrait mode is missing) but I want to own a 128 GB device in this budget. (One plus 128gb variant) costs 5K INR more.
I like design of Mi mix as well.
Please help me decide between these two
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I upgraded from the Note 3 Pro to the Mix2 and I don't regret it. If the camera is important to you just install the GoogleCam from the Pixel and you should be satisfied. I understand it improves the camera dramatically.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-mix-2/how-to/modded-google-cam-mix-2-t3685061
gulshanstrider said:
Hi Guys,
I own a redmi note 3 pro. It's an awesome mid range device but now I want to switch to a flagship device .
I am from India and I have two options Mi Mix2 or One plus 5T (64 GB variant)
I have read a lot of criticism of Mi mix2 camera as it lacks dual camera an not good (Portrait mode is missing) but I want to own a 128 GB device in this budget. (One plus 128gb variant) costs 5K INR more.
I like design of Mi mix as well.
Please help me decide between these two
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Wait for new MiMix 2s and Oneplus 6
***TAPATALKING***
gulshanstrider said:
Hi Guys,
I own a redmi note 3 pro. It's an awesome mid range device but now I want to switch to a flagship device .
I am from India and I have two options Mi Mix2 or One plus 5T (64 GB variant)
I have read a lot of criticism of Mi mix2 camera as it lacks dual camera an not good (Portrait mode is missing) but I want to own a 128 GB device in this budget. (One plus 128gb variant) costs 5K INR more.
I like design of Mi mix as well.
Please help me decide between these two
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Camera isn't anything special and at the price point it's sold at you can't expect a great camera.
If it wasn't for the large display I'd go with the one plus
stani2103 said:
Wait for new MiMix 2s and Oneplus 6
***TAPATALKING***
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If you want an ugly notch intruding on your screen then get the Oneplus 6. The Mix2s is certainly an option but it'll be initially more expensive than the Mix2.
Mackay53 said:
Camera isn't anything special and at the price point it's sold at you can't expect a great camera.
If it wasn't for the large display I'd go with the one plus
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The 5T is a good phone but basically discontinued and without a custom rom it will never be updated again.

Help me to understand

Hi to all,
I have a bit confusion with the names of devices:
- redmi 5 - snapdradon 450, screen 5.7 inch, codename ???
- redmi 5 plus - snapdragon 625, screen 5.99 inch codename ???
- redmi note 5 pro - India only - snapdragon 636 - screen 5.99 inch, rear camera 12 + 5 Mpx, front camera 20 Mpx, codename Whyred
- redmi note 5 - snapdragon 636 - screen 5.99 inch, Rear cameras 12 + 5 Mpx, font camera 13 Mpx codename ???
Can some one help me?
Thanks
Pito_Urla said:
Hi to all,
I have a bit confusion with the names of devices:
- redmi 5 - snapdradon 450, screen 5.7 inch, codename ???
- redmi 5 plus - snapdragon 625, screen 5.99 inch codename ???
- redmi note 5 pro - India only - snapdragon 636 - screen 5.99 inch, rear camera 12 + 5 Mpx, front camera 20 Mpx, codename Whyred
- redmi note 5 - snapdragon 636 - screen 5.99 inch, Rear cameras 12 + 5 Mpx, font camera 13 Mpx codename ???
Can some one help me?
Thanks
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The Indian RN5pro is the same as the global Redmi Note 5, so has a common codename, Whyred, despite the minor differences in camera!
Pito_Urla said:
Hi to all,
I have a bit confusion with the names of devices:
- redmi 5 - snapdradon 450, screen 5.7 inch, codename ???
- redmi 5 plus - snapdragon 625, screen 5.99 inch codename ???
- redmi note 5 pro - India only - snapdragon 636 - screen 5.99 inch, rear camera 12 + 5 Mpx, front camera 20 Mpx, codename Whyred
- redmi note 5 - snapdragon 636 - screen 5.99 inch, Rear cameras 12 + 5 Mpx, font camera 13 Mpx codename ???
Can some one help me?
Thanks
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Redmi 5 plus is codenamed vince.
Debopam.exe said:
The Indian RN5pro is the same as the global Redmi Note 5, so has a common codename, Whyred, despite the minor differences in camera!
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... but a rom for Redmi note 5 Pro, work on Redmi note 5? - camera works?
Pito_Urla said:
... but a rom for Redmi note 5 Pro, work on Redmi note 5? - camera works?
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I hope you get this straight.
1. India Redmi note 5 (sd 625) is Redmi 5 plus(sd 625) in China.
2. In India Redmi note 5 pro(sd636) is Redmi note 5 (sd 636) in China.
Pito_Urla said:
... but a rom for Redmi note 5 Pro, work on Redmi note 5? - camera works?
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Technically it should work, but in rn5 pro case it wouldn't. This is just a speculation from my side
Xiaomi released RN5 Pro way earlier than RN5 China and RN5 Global. At that time there's no RN5 China or even RN5 Global yet. So it can be assumed that they never tested or optimized this nougat rom for rn5 china.
After 1 month, they released RN5 China with Android 8.1. So, they should've been working on 8.1 but not on 7.1 for rn5 china which explains the camera incompatibility.
Now that RN5 Global is launched with 9.5.5 Oreo which has same harware specs as RN5 China, the upcoming Global Oreo update for RN5 Pro/RN5 Global should bridge the incompatibility between two slightly different specs. There should be no fcs with this update. Till then use china stable rom.
Now that RN5 Global is launched with 9.5.5 Oreo which has same ...
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Can i already buy redmi note 5 global version (with sd636 and band 20)? I can only find preorder sales on the china online shops / marketplaces? Preorder untill mid of may...
Bib_x said:
Can i already buy redmi note 5 global version (with sd636 and band 20)? I can only find preorder sales on the china online shops / marketplaces? Preorder untill mid of may...
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Unfortunately no. Even in Indonesia, it will be a hassle to buy this phone coz of flash sales. So, besides waiting, there is no other option.
Bib_x said:
Can i already buy redmi note 5 global version (with sd636 and band 20)? I can only find preorder sales on the china online shops / marketplaces? Preorder untill mid of may...
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You'll find what you want in AliExpress. You have only to be patient
Pito_Urla said:
... but a rom for Redmi note 5 Pro, work on Redmi note 5? - camera works?
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As of this moment, flashing the Global ROM(Pro) on the Chinese Redmi Note 5(AI), works fine, even the camera. But flashing the China ROM on the Pro, breaks the camera app and causes force closes. Its better not to mix and match, according to me at least.
Debopam.exe said:
As of this moment, flashing the Global ROM(Pro) on the Chinese Redmi Note 5(AI), works fine, even the camera. But flashing the China ROM on the Pro, breaks the camera app and causes force closes. Its better not to mix and match, according to me at least.
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Sure? even the camera? i'll try
I have seen there was an announcement of the new Xiaomi Mi 6X. Specs are likely the same like Redmi Note 5 Pro.
Differences i have seen on the first view:
Xiaomi Mi 6X has USB Typ-C
Redmi Note 5 Pro has bigger battery
Some suggestions about that? Anybody can say something to the rom development? How was this in the past? Which of the two models will get more rom developement? Are there big advantages of Mi6X or Redmi Note 5 Pro?
Bib_x said:
I have seen there was an announcement of the new Xiaomi Mi 6X. Specs are likely the same like Redmi Note 5 Pro.
Differences i have seen on the first view:
Xiaomi Mi 6X has USB Typ-C
Redmi Note 5 Pro has bigger battery
Some suggestions about that? Anybody can say something to the rom development? How was this in the past? Which of the two models will get more rom developement? Are there big advantages of Mi6X or Redmi Note 5 Pro?
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There is a major difference of soc as well. Mi 6c has sd660 and note 5 pro has 636(which can said equivalent to 660 to some extent).
Regarding development, judging from the past mi5x( aka mi a1 in India) there won't be much developer support. RN5P will definitely have better community support out of these two.
Bib_x said:
I have seen there was an announcement of the new Xiaomi Mi 6X. Specs are likely the same like Redmi Note 5 Pro.
Differences i have seen on the first view:
Xiaomi Mi 6X has USB Typ-C
Redmi Note 5 Pro has bigger battery
Some suggestions about that? Anybody can say something to the rom development? How was this in the past? Which of the two models will get more rom developement? Are there big advantages of Mi6X or Redmi Note 5 Pro?
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Xiaomi Mi 6X/A2 doesn't have a headphone jack
Debopam.exe said:
The Indian RN5pro is the same as the global Redmi Note 5, so has a common codename, Whyred, despite the minor differences in camera!
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What is this new global version? Is it another new Redmi Note 5 phone that different from both China and India versions?
Is there any hardware differences between China and Global, or Global vs Indian?
Klizi said:
What is this new global version? Is it another new Redmi Note 5 phone that different from both China and India versions?
Is there any hardware differences between China and Global, or Global vs Indian?
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Redmi Note 5 global = Redmi Note 5 China + LTE B20 and B4
I also has more RAM/ROM combinations
All differences between Redmi Note 5 variants :
http://en.miui.com/thread-2375119-1-1.html
bayad said:
All differences between Redmi Note 5 variants :
http://en.miui.com/thread-2375119-1-1.html
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Ok, very clear
Thanks

Note 8 Pro or 9S

I have a new Note 8 Pro 6Gb Ram & 64GB, unopened.
However I have seen that I can now get the Redmi note 9S 4GB RAM (on promo) for the same price. The question should I order the 9S and return this one.
What is important for me is battery life, display quality and custom rom support. Overall Performance should be 'smooth' but I'm no gamer, just play the odd game.
Oh the size is important, I don't want anything too big. Just holding the Note 8 Pro, I am already thinking its already maybe abit too big. The 9S adds a couple more mm.
I guess future custom rom support for the 9S should be very good, it looks like it will be a big seller and having a Snapdragon CPU probably means more choice of custom roms ?
Any thoughts ?
poster74 said:
I have a new Note 8 Pro 6Gb Ram & 64GB, unopened.
However I have seen that I can now get the Redmi note 9S 4GB RAM (on promo) for the same price. The question should I order the 9S and return this one.
What is important for me is battery life, display quality and custom rom support. Overall Performance should be 'smooth' but I'm no gamer, just play the odd game.
Oh the size is important, I don't want anything too big. Just holding the Note 8 Pro, I am already thinking its already maybe abit too big. The 9S adds a couple more mm.
I guess future custom rom support for the 9S should be very good, it looks like it will be a big seller and having a Snapdragon CPU probably means more choice of custom roms ?
Any thoughts ?
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Redmi Note 8 Pro is better
Enviado desde mi Redmi Note 8 Pro mediante Tapatalk
The 8 pro is better.
Sent from my Redmi Note 9S using Tapatalk
Redmi note 9 pro aka note9s is way too big. And the finishing is not as good as note 8 pro. The thick black plastic around the sreen is thicker than redmi note 8. You can see from the side.
You should keep note 8 pro.
poster74 said:
I have a new Note 8 Pro 6Gb Ram & 64GB, unopened.
However I have seen that I can now get the Redmi note 9S 4GB RAM (on promo) for the same price. The question should I order the 9S and return this one.
What is important for me is battery life, display quality and custom rom support. Overall Performance should be 'smooth' but I'm no gamer, just play the odd game.
Oh the size is important, I don't want anything too big. Just holding the Note 8 Pro, I am already thinking its already maybe abit too big. The 9S adds a couple more mm.
I guess future custom rom support for the 9S should be very good, it looks like it will be a big seller and having a Snapdragon CPU probably means more choice of custom roms ?
Any thoughts ?
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Ofc rn8p is much better than rn9s. Just compare cpus of each device and u will get it
anguslaw said:
Redmi note 9 pro aka note9s is way too big. And the finishing is not as good as note 8 pro. The thick black plastic around the sreen is thicker than redmi note 8. You can see from the side.
You should keep note 8 pro.
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Redmi Note 9 Pro is not the same as Note 9s. For example, Note 9 Pro has NFC. 9s does not.

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