Overall Score
57.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#4038)57.3
Performance(#4905)60.3
Camera(#4685)42.4
Display(#5673)70.5
Battery(#11928)43.5
Build(#884)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Xiaomi Redmi Y1 (Note 5A)
Short Review
- The Xiaomi Redmi Y1 (Note 5A) features a sleek design with dimensions of 153 x 76.2 x 7.7 mm and a weight of 153g, utilizing a glass front with Gorilla Glass 3, a plastic back, and an aluminum frame.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 267 ppi.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 chipset, supported by an octa-core CPU and Adreno 505 GPU, with options for 3GB or 4GB of RAM.
- The rear camera boasts a 13 MP sensor capable of 1080p video recording, while the 16 MP front camera enhances selfie quality.
- The 3080 mAh battery supports standard charging but lacks wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 7.1.2 with MIUI 11, the software experience is user-friendly but may feel dated.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.2, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device is available in multiple colors, including Gold and Dark Grey.
- Overall, it combines solid build quality with satisfactory performance and camera capabilities.
- However, it lacks some modern features like HDR support and faster charging.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionVersions: Redmi Y1 (India); Redmi Note 5A (Global); Redmi Note 5A Prime (China, Malaysia)
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8940 Snapdragon 435 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 505
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.2, 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera Details16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06" 1.0µm
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3080 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3080 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions153 x 76.2 x 7.7 mm (6.02 x 3.00 x 0.30 in)
Weight153 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsGold, Dark Grey, Silver, Rose Gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 7.1.2 (Nougat), MIUI 11
OS VersionAndroid 7.1.2 (Nougat), MIUI 11
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes