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Xiaomi Mi 5c#3650

Released: 2017

Xiaomi Mi 5c

Overall Score

39.4

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3650)39.4
Performance(#3091)71.8
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#5093)23.2
Build(#1072)77.8
Connectivity(#3555)54.1
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Xiaomi Mi 5c

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Short Review

  • The Xiaomi Mi 5c features a sleek design with a glass front and aluminum back, measuring 144.4 x 69.7 x 7.1 mm and weighing 135g.
  • Its 5.15-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 428 ppi.
  • Performance is powered by the Xiaomi Surge S1 chipset, featuring an octa-core CPU and 3GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
  • The rear camera boasts a 12 MP sensor with f/2.2 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video, while an 8 MP front camera handles selfies.
  • Battery life is supported by a 2860 mAh capacity, with 18W fast charging available, though it lacks wireless charging.
  • The device runs on Android 7.1 Nougat with MIUI 8, offering a user-friendly interface.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The phone includes a headphone jack, catering to traditional audio preferences.
  • Special features are limited, with no HDR support or stereo speakers.
  • Overall, the Xiaomi Mi 5c combines a solid build with decent performance and camera capabilities.

Specifications

General

Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionFor China

Display

Size5.15"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~428 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetXiaomi Surge S1
CPUOcta-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.4 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-T860MP4
Memory64GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo

Camera

Main Camera12 MP, f/2.2, 27mm (wide), 1.25µm, PDAF
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0, 27mm (wide)
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity2860 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2860 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC3
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions144.4 x 69.7 x 7.1 mm (5.69 x 2.74 x 0.28 in)
Weight135 g
MaterialsGlass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
ColorsBlack, Gold, Rose Gold
Foldable✗
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 7.1 (Nougat), MIUI 8
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass