Hey guys, I'm planning to buy a new phone in the next few days and I've decided on the note 5. however, I've noticed that there are different variants of it( standard note 5 , note 5 pro , note 5 ai dual cameras) and I got confused, furthermore, I can't order it online (not available where I live) and I'd have to buy it from a retailer and most of them don't even know the difference between the variants (the one available here is probably note 5 ai dual camera) , so my questions are :
1- Is there a way to verify the variant before I buy it , like a code-name on the box or something ? ( also, if you can provide codenames for each variant, I'd be very happy :fingers-crossed: )
2- Since having custom software support is a deal breaker for me, which one of these variants has the best support here on xda
and if you can link each variant's forums, I'd be very grateful.
3- Will the device ever get official Android P ?
4- How good is the device in terms of performance ? ( Ui fluidity specifically and not games )
Thanks in advance !
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Hey guys, I'm planning to buy a new phone in the next few days and I've decided on the note 5. however, I've noticed that there are different variants of it( standard note 5 , note 5 pro , note 5 ai dual cameras) and I got confused, furthermore, I can't order it online (not available where I live) and I'd have to buy it from a retailer and most of them don't even know the difference between the variants (the one available here is probably note 5 ai dual camera) , so my questions are :
1- Is there a way to verify the variant before I buy it , like a code-name on the box or something ? ( also, if you can provide codenames for each variant, I'd be very happy :fingers-crossed: )
2- Since having custom software support is a deal breaker for me, which one of these variants has the best support here on xda
and if you can link each variant's forums, I'd be very grateful.
3- Will the device ever get official Android P ?
4- How good is the device in terms of performance ? ( Ui fluidity specifically and not games )
Thanks in advance !
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1. codename is whyred. if you not in china or india get the one that says global version. the china ai and the global ai its the same only the china has less bands used in other countries. the one for india is for india country.
so name are different but is the same. example redmi note5 ai china/global same phone global has more bands.
redmi note5 pro is india's region same phone except front camera global/china has front 13 mpx. while india has 20 mpx. just make sure its redmi note5 global version with dual camera and front 13 mpx. whyred. the one with single camera codename is vince. or yet paste link here and will tell you.
2. support for roms is good lots of roms.. NOTE that global version and india redmi note5 pro both share the same rom and firmware. both global version and note5 pro share the forum this is the correct forum.
3. am new to xiaomi so it was released with oreo. so apparently all mid range phones in redmi only get 1 android update. so i assume we will get official android P.
4. to me its okey in 9.5 in miui 10 retunrning from recents to home it lags a bit.
Thank you very much ! this was very informative and it's exactly what I needed !
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Hello everyone,
I would be interested in the version with the 20mp camera and 6gb of ram.
Unfortunately I noticed that this version is not sold with the banada 20 (800) and is only in the CN version.
Do you expect me to wait? do you think will release the version that I would like to take?
Or I take the CN version trying to put the International / Global ROM and to unlock the band 20 (800)?
What do you recommend?
Thank you
Using a global rom does not "unlock" B20. Global version and global rom is not the same thing. Unfortunately people keep getting confused about that. (Well I mean it is confusing to a general user.)
Chinese version (of the device) comes with the bands they use, the hardware it has does not support B20. You have to wait until Xiaomi release the global version of the device, then you'll have the B20 you need.
As far as I know global version of the rom is only global because it contains all the languages, not just chinese (correct me if I am wrong).
There are some good news
https://mobile.twitter.com/rquandt/status/973921734268276736?ref_
Good news is relative...
Very expensive compared to the price in other markets and no 6/64GB version. With this price, no need for redmi note 5 pro, pay a little bit more and you get xiaomi mi note 3 and others... (with 6/64GB and even 6/128GB, hope there will be a band 20 version soon)
Bib_x said:
Good news is relative...
Very expensive compared to the price in other markets and no 6/64GB version. With this price, no need for redmi note 5 pro, pay a little bit more and you get xiaomi mi note 3 and others... (with 6/64GB and even 6/128GB, hope there will be a band 20 version soon)
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The chance that mi note 3 gets band 20 is near zero. Mi note 3 is also missing 3.5mm jack and there is nearly no development.
For 270€ the note 5 pro would be perfect for me, every other phone has some deal breakers like no development, small battery or something else
Hello everyone, I'm sorry to reopen this discussion but ...... is it possible that they sold this version: "xiaomi redmi note 5 6gb (Cam 12 + 5/13) with band 20 (800)?"
sorry to bring this thread up again but I'm looking for the 6GB/64GB redmi note 5 version myself. (not for me though).
pdadb does list it as band 20 here:
http://phonedb.net/index.php?m=devi...te_64gb_meg7s__xiaomi_whyred&d=detailed_specs
but all sites who sell them don't list enough specifications if its truly the global version.
so this is all really confusing. I don't want to end up ordering a 6GB version without Band 20.
can anyone find any indication that the following sites has the correct version?
https://www.geekbuying.com/item/Xia...nch-6GB-64GB-Smartphone-Rose-Gold-393535.html
(yes needs to be rose gold. it will be a present.)
also does anyone know what image sensor the devices comes with?
I have the same problem.
I would like to take this LINK version but I do not find feedback on the internet.
6gb ram with band 20 (800) ?! does anyone know if this version really exists?
Guys I am not sure but I think the global version with band 20, it comes only with 3/4 GB ram
how to check if the phone really has the hardware and facility to support those mentioned GSM, LTE bands etc?
3GB AND 4GB - Using it myself are called global - they are designed for Europe and they do indeed have bad 20 - unfortunately it seems that there will be no 6gb version that will be for europe - so for now its not an option.
hint: i came from galaxy s8 - yes - and i love the phone so far. in terms of speed absolutely beast and the rom management is way better - 4gb is more then enough - and camera is absolutely beast.... i cant say a bad word about the phone.. seriously for the money its a no brainer.... - only thing i miss is usb c.... but i guess i have to live with that...
so again for now no 6gb..sorry to disapoint...
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3GB AND 4GB - Using it myself are called global - they are designed for Europe and they do indeed have bad 20 - unfortunately it seems that there will be no 6gb version that will be for europe - so for now its not an option.
hint: i came from galaxy s8 - yes - and i love the phone so far. in terms of speed absolutely beast and the rom management is way better - 4gb is more then enough - and camera is absolutely beast.... i cant say a bad word about the phone.. seriously for the money its a no brainer.... - only thing i miss is usb c.... but i guess i have to live with that...
so again for now no 6gb..sorry to disapoint...
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How is audio over the headphone jack? I previously had an S7 and it was the one disappointment about it for me. Currently have a Redmi Note 4 (mediatek unfortunately) and the audio quality is really decent, much better than the S7. Is it a full metal unibody or are the top and bottom strips on the rear plastic ( for antenna reception)?
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How is audio over the headphone jack? I previously had an S7 and it was the one disappointment about it for me. Currently have a Redmi Note 4 (mediatek unfortunately) and the audio quality is really decent, much better than the S7. Is it a full metal unibody or are the top and bottom strips on the rear plastic ( for antenna reception)?
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Its good...i mean i notice no difference between galasy s8 and note 5 pro..i am using bose qc20.... i mean i am really impressed....
I have the black version.... Case is a must...so you wont notice the back.... But its solid good build..not some wobley design...its really sturdy.
Hunteres said:
3GB AND 4GB - Using it myself are called global - they are designed for Europe and they do indeed have bad 20 - unfortunately it seems that there will be no 6gb version that will be for europe - so for now its not an option.
hint: i came from galaxy s8 - yes - and i love the phone so far. in terms of speed absolutely beast and the rom management is way better - 4gb is more then enough - and camera is absolutely beast.... i cant say a bad word about the phone.. seriously for the money its a no brainer.... - only thing i miss is usb c.... but i guess i have to live with that...
so again for now no 6gb..sorry to disapoint...
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I have 6GB-64GB version whyred and bought it from AliExpress, this is indeed Global as it has front 13MB camera and rear dual cameras.
gsmyth said:
How is audio over the headphone jack? I previously had an S7 and it was the one disappointment about it for me. Currently have a Redmi Note 4 (mediatek unfortunately) and the audio quality is really decent, much better than the S7. Is it a full metal unibody or are the top and bottom strips on the rear plastic ( for antenna reception)?
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jdwis said:
I have 6GB-64GB version whyred and bought it from AliExpress, this is indeed Global as it has front 13MB camera and rear dual cameras.
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Sorry but its chinese model flashed with global rom.. no band 20. Read description of the sale....it clearly says so...i know alli very well...
Thanks for effort.
Hi
I just ordered a Redmi Note 5 Global version from Aliexpress and I want to buy a certain case for it, but it says it's for Redmi Note 5 Pro (which is the indian variant). Is it going to fit for the global version as well? Do both have the same design, size, button/microphones placements?
Thanks!
Silvers91 said:
Hi
I just ordered a Redmi Note 5 Global version from Aliexpress and I want to buy a certain case for it, but it says it's for Redmi Note 5 Pro (which is the indian variant). Is it going to fit for the global version as well? Do both have the same design, size, button/microphones placements?
Thanks!
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Yes, they are identical in design. It's only at the level of specs that the difference is
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Yes, they are identical in design. It's only at the level of specs that the difference is
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One more question, are there same ROMs for both devices?
I have ordered a redmi note 5 global version.
Albein said:
One more question, are there same ROMs for both devices?
I have ordered a redmi note 5 global version.
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You will be able to flash Redmi Note 5 Pro Indian ROMs on Global version but the camera will not work because both have differents camera sensors...
bayad said:
You will be able to flash Redmi Note 5 Pro Indian ROMs on Global version but the camera will not work because both have differents camera sensors...
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hum ... do you know if there is any thread in xda for my device?
Albein said:
hum ... do you know if there is any thread in xda for my device?
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I also ordered a Global version and I'm waiting to receive it but there is no specific thread for our device version. This thread/forum where we are now is for all Redmi Note 5 variants and all ROMs are compatible with others device with little difference.
To sum up, China and Global devices are the same and you can flash their respective ROMs on the other without issue, but the Redmi Note 5 Pro indian has different camera sensors from the above ones and you'll have bugs in camera if you flash China/Globa ROMs on it or vice-versa.
I hope everything is clear to you now
Thanks !! Now is all clear.
They fixed all pblms u can use china roms on indian global or indian
Camera drivers are merged so both rom is capable of managing it
My indian Rn5pro is now running in china rom because it have best performance
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They fixed all pblms u can use china roms on indian global or indian
Camera drivers are merged so both rom is capable of managing it
My indian Rn5pro is now running in china rom because it have best performance
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Can you provide the link for china rom? Also is that rom fully stable for indian rn5p? Any bugs?
Fully stable for Rn5pro
https://chat.whatsapp.com/5UkjdFLpEa11UpdSzX076r
could someone please tell me the numerical model number for the Indian Note 5? Mine is M1803e7SH and I've seen it sometimes called Whyred -- but there is a lot of misinformation about the name. Also, even though it's called the Global Version, the Xiaomi listing for it is on the Xiaomi Taiwan site. (I wish manufacturers would provide more distinctive names for the different models and variants). Thank you.
I'm planning on getting a Redmi Note 5 since my old iPhone kept stealing my money due to broken parts and I'm on a tight budget.
The thing is, I don't like MIUI (or any OEM-modified firmware, honestly). So once I get the phone, unlocking bootloader and installing a LOS or RR rom is my very first thing to do, along with some audio mods like V4A or the newly ported Xperia XZ2 sound system.
And since this sub-forum title is REDMI NOTE 5 PRO, but every Redmi Note 5 availablein my country is NOT the "Pro" variant (it only have 13mp front cam unlike the 20mp on the pro), can I use any custom roms or mods on this subforum to a non-pro redmi note 5 device?
Thanks
Yep you can
Short answer yes.
The pro and the Ai are the same the Ai is for the Chinese market just with different carrier frequencies. If your one got the Snapdragon 636 you are right here as in some countries it's just called Redmi Note 5 /global.
Front camera:
China/Global: OmniVision OV13855 13 MP 1.0 μm
India: Sony Exmor RS IMX376 20 MP (f/2.2, 1/2.8", 1.0 μm),
thank you so much for the answers, cheers!
I'm looking to buy a whyred too (upgrading from vince). Does it matter if i get the 6gb or 4gb variant? I mean, from my logic, it shouldn't matter since that is hardware that has nothing to do with custom roms but still.. Can i still get all the custom roms available if i get the 6gb variant one? Or is its hardware different pertaining custom roms?
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I'm looking to buy a whyred too (upgrading from vince). Does it matter if i get the 6gb or 4gb variant? I mean, from my logic, it shouldn't matter since that is hardware that has nothing to do with custom roms but still.. Can i still get all the custom roms available if i get the 6gb variant one? Or is its hardware different pertaining custom roms?
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You'll still be able to flash any custom roms for whyred if you opt for 6gb ram variant.
Hello,
I am a bit confused about Xiaomi Redmi phones. On the website, there are Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 plus. So, what is the difference with Redmi 5 pro ? It does not exist on the official website : https://www.mi.com/en/redmi-note-5/specs/
This one as exactly the same specs as the Redmi Note 5 pro described on gsmarena : https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_note_5_pro-8893.php
It is the same phone ? It's important because i would like to install LineageOS and I really do not know if i can take the redmi 5 pro version, i do not want to have a brick at the end.
Could you help me please by telling me the truth ?
Thanks a lot
PS : I have just checked on the indian Xiaomi website, there is the pro version https://www.mi.com/in/redmi-note-5-pro/, and it's exactly the same as the "non" pro version you can see above, really i am lost !
yannssolo said:
Hello,
I am a bit confused about Xiaomi Redmi phones. On the website, there are Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 plus. So, what is the difference with Redmi 5 pro ? It does not exist on the official website : https://www.mi.com/en/redmi-note-5/specs/
This one as exactly the same specs as the Redmi Note 5 pro described on gsmarena : https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_note_5_pro-8893.php
It is the same phone ? It's important because i would like to install LineageOS and I really do not know if i can take the redmi 5 pro version, i do not want to have a brick at the end.
Could you help me please by telling me the truth ?
Thanks a lot
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To set things straight, in India the names of some models are different from the names used globally. In India the snap625, single camera model is named redmi note 5. The snap636, dual camera model is named redmi note 5 pro. Globally the 625, single camera model is named redmi 5 plus and the snap 636, dual camera model is named redmi note 5 (some call it redmi note 5 ai or China). The Indian version of the snap636 model differs from the global version in terms of camera sensors. But every rom, kernel, recovery, mod is made to be used in both because in fact they are the exact same smartphone. People who have the global version often mistakenly choose the 625 model's roms because many forums are related to "redmi note 5" but that's how it is named in India. So what you should look for to be sure is the code name. Snap 636 model is named whyred. The snap625 model is named vince.
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To set things straight, in India the names of some models are different from the names used globally. In India the snap625, single camera model is named redmi note 5. The snap636, dual camera model is named redmi note 5 pro. Globally the 625, single camera model is named redmi 5 plus and the snap 636, dual camera model is named redmi note 5 (some call it redmi note 5 ai or China). The Indian version of the snap636 model differs from the global version in terms of camera sensors. But every rom, kernel, recovery, mod is made to be used in both because in fact they are the exact same smartphone. People who have the global version often mistakenly choose the 625 model's roms because many forums are related to "redmi note 5" but that's how it is named in India. So what you should look for to be sure is the code name. Snap 636 model is named whyred. The snap625 model is named vince.
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Oh, thank you very much for your explanation, it's clear now, i know what to do, thanks a lot !!
Redmi Note 5 AI/Global/China has better camera sensor + aperture
Redmi Note 5 Pro/India better in term of camera compatible with Google Camera
I have been away in the wilderness for the past 5 years and I am trying to get back into customs roms.
I purchased from Amazon UK the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5, so I assume this is classed is the Pro version.... its 3GB/32GB model
After doing some research on the forum. Is it true to say that the Stock Miui rom is the most stable rom? I am currenly on Miui 10.
Its nice but I would prefer stock android/pixel port with everything working plus gcam.
I Would prefer Oreo until Pie is stable enough, but after doing some further reading I get the feeling that Oreo based roms aren't stable or have I misread.
Thanks
owen1978 said:
I have been away in the wilderness for the past 5 years and I am trying to get back into customs roms.
I purchased from Amazon UK the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5, so I assume this is classed is the Pro version.... its 3GB/32GB model
After doing some research on the forum. Is it true to say that the Stock Miui rom is the most stable rom? I am currenly on Miui 10.
Its nice but I would prefer stock android/pixel port with everything working plus gcam.
I Would prefer Oreo until Pie is stable enough, but after doing some further reading I get the feeling that Oreo based roms aren't stable or have I misread.
Thanks
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Been on Pixel Expirience pie for over 2 months, more than stable enough for daily use. Didnt encounter any bugs, everythings working, just heard that cast is not working, but cant confirm as i dont use it. Most stable is ofcourse OEM soft, in this case miui. Wont recommend gcam as its not stable, atleast for global version front camera is bugged. If you start flashing various gcam patches this forum is full of, youll probably end up with same bugged gcam AND it will give you extra troubles, like no sound etc. Pixel Expirience without any modifications and patches works well. Btw "pro" version is only for india, they have different front camera hardware and gcam seems to be working well on it, there is also AI version which is exactly the same as global version, just with less network bands support.
Thanks for the reply...
gsmarena has my phone as a Note 5 Pro its has the 636 chipset.... Am i in the correct forum? should I be in the note 5 / note 5 plus forum???
owen1978 said:
Thanks for the reply...
gsmarena has my phone as a Note 5 Pro its has the 636 chipset.... Am i in the correct forum? should I be in the note 5 / note 5 plus forum???
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No, its the same phone, but as i said, pro moniker is only used in india. Global model is just redmi note 5. Global and chinese versions are identical, apart from global supporting more network bands. Pro version is same as Global, but has different front camera hardware for some reason. If im not mistaken, it has 20mpx, while global/china uses 12mpx front sensor. They all support same roms tho, and all have same codename, which is "whyred". This forum is for whyred. Note5/5 plus is another device, it uses snapdragon 625 and has single back camera. I know, naming scheme is ridiculously confusing, but thats xiaomi, its not the first time. They use different names in different regions, and release many similar devices.