Xiaomi Redmi 5 — Full Specifications, Features & Price in Pakistan

The Xiaomi Redmi 5 is a 2017 budget phone remembered for bringing the tall 18:9 screen to the entry level: a 5.7-inch HD+ display, Snapdragon 450 chip, 12MP camera and a 3,300mAh battery. It was discontinued years ago, so in 2026 it only makes sense as a cheap used phone — for calls, WhatsApp and light use. This guide covers its verified specifications and what to check before buying one second-hand.

Key Specifications at a Glance

Design and Build Quality

The Redmi 5 measures 151.8 x 72.8 x 7.7 mm and weighs 157 g — slim and light by any standard. The front is glass with Gorilla Glass protection; the back mixes aluminium and plastic with a plastic frame. It was one of the first cheap phones to drop the old 16:9 ratio for an 18:9 'tall' screen, which made it look modern in its day. The fingerprint sensor sits on the back, exactly where your index finger rests. Documented colours are Black, Gold, Light Blue and Rose Gold.

Display Features

The 5.7-inch IPS LCD runs at 720 x 1440 (about 282 ppi). At launch this was the phone's party trick — a big, modern-ratio screen for very little money. Today it is simply an average display: viewing angles are decent thanks to IPS, but 720p is visibly softer than modern Full HD panels, and maximum brightness is modest by current standards.

Processor and Performance

The Snapdragon 450 (14 nm) is an octa-core chip running eight Cortex-A53 cores at 1.8 GHz with Adreno 506 graphics. In 2017 it was a genuinely efficient budget chip; in 2026 it handles basics — dialler, SMS, WhatsApp, YouTube at 720p, light browsing — acceptably, especially on the 3GB RAM version. Do not expect modern multitasking or any current games to run well.

RAM and Storage

Most units shipped with 2GB RAM and 16GB storage or 3GB RAM and 32GB storage; some regional variants are reported with 4GB/64GB. Storage expands via microSDXC, but note the catch: the microSD card uses the shared second SIM slot, so you choose between dual SIM and a memory card. With 16GB base storage, expect to manage app space carefully — 16GB fills up fast with modern app sizes.

Camera Features

The rear camera is a single 12MP sensor (f/2.2, 1.25-micron pixels) with phase-detection autofocus and 1080p video. In good daylight it takes usable, social-media-acceptable photos; in low light, expect noise and soft detail, with no night mode or stabilisation to help. The 5MP front camera handles video calls. There is no depth sensor or ultra-wide — portrait blur, where offered, is software-only.

Battery and Charging

The sealed 3,300mAh battery was a full-day battery in 2017. On a used unit in 2026, battery health is the single biggest variable: a nine-year-old battery may hold noticeably less than its rated capacity, so test screen-on time in hand before buying. Charging is standard-speed (no fast charging was specified), and the phone uses microUSB — keep a cable handy, since most modern chargers are USB-C.

Software and Updates

The Redmi 5 launched on Android 7.1.2 Nougat with MIUI 9 and was later upgradable to Android 8.1 with MIUI 11. That is where updates ended — there have been no security patches for years. This matters: the phone should not be your main device for mobile banking or sensitive accounts. Some banking and payment apps now require newer Android versions — confirm compatibility before relying on it.

Connectivity and Additional Features

Network support is GSM/HSPA/LTE — 4G only, no 5G. Extras that were generous for the price include an infrared blaster (to control TVs and ACs), FM radio, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. You get Wi-Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS, and USB OTG. There is no NFC. The hybrid dual Nano-SIM tray was already noted above.

Variants, Colours and Availability

The common configurations are 2GB/16GB and 3GB/32GB, with 4GB/64GB reported in some regions. Colours documented are Black, Gold, Light Blue and Rose Gold. The phone is long discontinued, so any unit on sale today is used. Xiaomi phones at Zohaan Mobile Gallery list the Redmi 5 at Rs. 17,199 — confirm the specific unit's RAM, storage and physical condition before buying.

Price in Pakistan and PTA Information

Zohaan Mobile Gallery lists the Redmi 5 at Rs. 17,199 on its website (checked 2026-10-11). This listing predates the October 2026 market movement and is not a verified current market price — confirm the latest price with the store before buying. Note that the store page describes the unit as 'brand new, box packed'; this model was discontinued in 2017-2018, so treat any listing as a used or refurbished unit and verify its condition in hand.

PTA approval belongs to the individual handset, not to the model line. A 2017-2019 Redmi changing hands today may be PTA-approved, tax-payable, or blocked, depending on its own IMEI history. Check the specific unit by sending its IMEI by SMS to 8484 before you pay. Zohaan Mobile Gallery's guide on how to check PTA approval walks through the process.

Because this is a long-discontinued model, buy it the way you would any used phone: inspect the screen, test the battery, speakers, charging port and fingerprint sensor in hand, and confirm the IMEI's PTA status. Zohaan Mobile Gallery's guide to buying a used mobile safely is a good checklist to bring along. The store lists the Redmi 5 at Rs. 17,199 — confirm the current price and the unit's condition before you commit.

Main Advantages and Limitations

Main Advantages

• Rear fingerprint sensor, IR blaster, FM radio and 3.5mm jack — rare extras at this price.
• Slim, light body with a then-modern 18:9 screen.
• Snapdragon 450 is efficient and adequate for calls, WhatsApp and light browsing.
• Very low used price — a workable spare or first phone for a child or elder.

Main Limitations

• No security updates for years; Android 8.1 at best — not for banking as a main phone.
• 2-3GB RAM and 16-32GB storage feel cramped with modern apps.
• Battery on a used unit may be heavily degraded — test before buying.
• microSD shares the SIM 2 slot; microUSB in a USB-C world.
• Camera is daylight-only; no night mode or stabilisation.

Who Should Consider This Phone?

The Redmi 5 fits one narrow role in 2026: an ultra-cheap spare phone for calls, SMS, WhatsApp and light YouTube — for example as a backup handset, a phone for a young child, or a simple device for an elderly parent. Look elsewhere if: this would be your only phone, you use mobile banking, or you need a reliable camera — then browse the Xiaomi collection or all mobiles for something current.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of Redmi 5 in Pakistan?

Zohaan Mobile Gallery lists it at Rs. 17,199 (checked 2026-10-11) — confirm the current price with the store, as used prices move.

How is the Redmi 5 different from the Redmi 5 Plus?

The Plus is the bigger, stronger sibling: a 5.99-inch Full HD+ screen (vs 5.7-inch HD+), a faster Snapdragon 625 chip (vs 450), and a 4,000mAh battery (vs 3,300mAh). If both cost similar money used, the Plus is the better buy.

What processor does it use?

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 450: octa-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 with Adreno 506 graphics.

What are its RAM and storage options?

Commonly 2GB/16GB or 3GB/32GB, with 4GB/64GB reported in some regions. microSD expands storage but shares the second SIM slot.

Is the Redmi 5 worth buying in 2026?

Only as a cheap spare or basic-use phone. As a main phone it is held back by its old Android version, lack of security updates, and small RAM and storage.

Is it PTA approved?

PTA status is per-device. Verify the specific unit's IMEI by SMS to 8484 before purchase.

Final Verdict

The Redmi 5 was a landmark budget phone in 2017, but in 2026 it is strictly a used-market spare: fine for calls and WhatsApp at a low price, unsuitable as a main phone because of its aged software, small memory and uncertain battery health. Buy it only after checking the unit in hand and its PTA status.

Call to Action

Browse used mobiles at Zohaan Mobile Gallery, read the safe used-phone buying guide, or WhatsApp us at +92 305 8452080 for the confirmed current price and the unit's condition. You can also visit our Rahim Yar Khan store to inspect the phone before you buy.