Along with the Redmi Note 5, Xiaomi also launched the Redmi Note 5 Pro in India. I call this the Made for Everyone handset, why? read this Redmi Note 5 Pro review to know more. This handset comes with dual cameras on the back and houses a 4000 mAh non-removable battery.
Overall performance is great, this Redmi Note 5 Pro in fact is using the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 octa core processor with Adreno 509 GPU. The hardware is powerful, hardly heats up and the 4000 mAh battery works in perfect combination – giving you performance with mileage.
There are dual cameras of 12MP + 5MP on the rear and they capture pretty impressive shots, front camera is 20MP and that too does a really good job, in fact as good as the dual cameras when it comes to bokeh effects.
Redmi Note 5 Pro features, specifications
Inside the box (Unboxing the Redmi Note 5 Pro) : I did not get the box pack but assume inside the box you will get the handset, user guide, silicon case, data cable (USB to micro USB), SIM ejector PIN and travel charger 5V/2A (you can use fast charger – fast charging is supported)
SAR : 1.188W/kg.
Body : Metal body, curvy design, very comfortable to hold and use. Dual cameras on the back are placed vertically
SIM Type : Nano + Nano / Micro SD (Hybrid slot)
Screen : 5.99 inches, 2160 x 1080 pixels resolution – FHD+, viewing angles, touch response and color reproduction are very good, 2.5D curved glass
Weight and Dimensions : 75.35 x 158.58 x 8.05mm, weight 181 grams
Connectivity : 4G, VoLTE, WiFi, GPS and Bluetooth
Sensors : Accelerometer, Proximity, Gyro and Magnetic and Ambient Light sensor
Security and Extra : Finger Print sensor on back and IR blaster
LED Notification : Yes
OTG : Yes supported
RAM : 4GB (about 1.5GB free on first boot)
ROM : 64GB (about 55GB free on first boot)
OS : MIUI 9 Global based on Android Nougat 7.1.2
Redmi Note 5 Pro Performance
CPU : Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 64 bit octa core @ 1.8GHz
GPU : Adreno 509
Heating : Low
Max Battery Temperature : 35 degrees
Smooth performance, no lags, MIUI 9 is a delight gives a unique more premium Android experience. Hardware can play high end games with ease.
Redmi Note 5 Pro Benchmark
Antutu : 112960 / 27227
NenaMark3 : 59.4fps (3-5)
Multi Touch : 10 points
Disk Speed : 255 MB/s read and 232 MB/s write
Redmi Note 5 Pro Gaming Review
I played Asphalt 8 and the game played really well, no issues at all. Check the video review for gaming action.
Redmi Note 5 Pro Camera Review
Rear Camera : 12MP (f/2.2)+5MP(f/2.0), auto focus, LED flash
Front Camera : 20MP, IMX376 SONY sensor
Video Recording : FHD resolution, with image stabilization
Camera quality is excellent, natural shots and the bokeh effects is just about perfect. When using dual cameras the edge detection is pretty good and in fact even the front camera can shoot really good bokeh selfies.
The FHD video recording quality is perfect, but what impressed me was the image stabilization, check the video review to see that in action.
Camera Rating : 4.4 out of 5
Redmi Note 5 Pro camera samples
Download Original Image files (right click and save) (do not use it for commercial purpose, without permission of gogi.in).
Other features
Sound is loud and clear. I did not face any issues with networks. Finger print sensor on the back is fast and accurate. You can use IR blaster to control TV, AC and other electronic appliances.
Redmi Note 5 Pro Battery Review
Battery capacity : 4000 mAh (Non-removable)
Charging Time : I used QC 3.0 charger took me 2 hours 12 minutes to charge from 1% to 100%
Battery Life : 8 to 11 hours non-stop (moderate to heavy)
Daily usage battery life : One and a Half days to 2 days or more depending on your usage
Battery Test Results
Battery Temp at idle : 30 degrees
Running Benchmark app : 14 minutes / 2% / 32 degrees
Asphalt 8 game play : 23 minutes / 5% / 35 degrees
FHD video playback with full brightness (WiFi /4G on) : 31 minutes / 6% / 35 degrees
Verdict
The Redmi Note 5 Pro I call the handset made with everyone in mind, reason being, its powerful, the camera is excellent, hardly heats up, great for gamers and not to forget the battery life up to 2 days. This is one phone you can recommend to just about any one, without asking for specifics.
Rating : 4.5 out of 5
Redmi Note 5 Pro 4GB/64GB is Rs. 13,999 and 6GB/64GB is Rs. 16,999.
AMIT
Hi Gogi bhai, need your suggestions.. my friend is visiting Singapore for few days.. Can i ask him to bring redmi note 5 Chinese version (redmi note 5 pro) in India from there? Heard it is better than Indian version..Do they have Chinese Rom and frequency does work in India? What would you advise .. Also if any other better phone you would recommend to get from there (same price range around 15k)..pls reply soon.. Thanks in advance..
Manoj kumar kawat
Sir i need a camera phone… And i confuse between note 5 pro and honor 8… Plz suggest me…
Ashish
Hogi bhai, I have previously used moto g4 plus which also has popped out camera and glass was not scratch resistant. Want to know if camera cover glass here is prone to scratches in daily use due to its design.
Shiv
Thanks for the review Gogi…design wise (rear part) it is thumbs down for Xiaomi.
Xiaomi could have implemented the rear cover design similar to Mi A1.
Nischay
When can we expect a full in-depth review?? Also please consider color comparison in the full review.
Amole
And what is this article about???
Sunil Goyal
Which type of gorilla glass ?
Gogi Rana
No mention of Gorilla Glass on Note 5 Pro, but it does have mild protection.
Sunil Goyal
It was mentioned in the launch video that it does have GG. But didn’t specify which version..
Gogi Rana
Yes but for the Redmi Note 5 not the 5 Pro.
Sunil Goyal
Flipkart page does mention mi note 5 pro to have GG..
So there is Gorilla glass on note 5 but not on 5 pro ??
This is really strange.
Happy User
Redmi note 5 support 4k video recording and 5 pro not
Anand
Gogi Sir, does it have 3 colors in LED notification ?
Gogi Rana
Just One I think, white light.
Anand
Thanx sir…..
jitendra
Does it have Dual standby(4G+4G)?
Raja
Of course NO.
Sanjay
Honor view 10 is the Only mobile which has dual 4g+4g standby ….
Vijay
does it have fm radio
Gogi Rana
Yes it does..
Jijo
Hi gogi
In flipkart,this phone’s sale is flash sale or normal sale?please clarify it.
Ravi
On which mobile Camera performance is better. Redmi note 5 pro(12+5mp) or MiA1(12+12mp).
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MiA1
Sanjay
MiA1 camera is better but design, looks and other things are better in Redmi Note 5 pro….
Sai babu
Is this mobile having type C charging port or not? Please clarify.
Sk Jahid
No type C is disappointing
Prashant
Hi gogi, I have read almost all the reviews done by u. Important point missing according to me is expandable storage. U mention about hybrid or separate sim slots but never about how much is expandable memory or maximum size micro sd card supported.
Gogi Rana
All new handsets with latest hardware will support 128GB
Lal Ayer
6gb Redmi Note 5 Pro Not availabe in first Sell Tooo bad I want 6GB