Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro vs. Redmi Note 5 vs. Redmi Note 4: What's the difference?

Xiaomi introduced two new models in the Redmi Note series today, with the Redmi Note 5 taking over from last year's Redmi Note 4 and the Redmi Note 5 Pro aimed at enthusiast users. After overtaking Samsung to become the largest smartphone vendor in the country, Xiaomi is now looking to consolidate its position at the top.

The Redmi Note 5 shares the same hardware as its predecessor, with the main difference being the 18:9 display at the front. The Redmi Note 5 Pro, meanwhile, introduces a lot of firsts for the series — it is the first phone to be powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 636 platform, the first with a dual rear camera configuration, and the first to feature a 20MP selfie camera. It's time to see how the new arrivals stack up against the Redmi Note 4.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro vs. Redmi Note 5 vs. Redmi Note 4

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CategoryRedmi Note 5 ProRedmi Note 5Redmi Note 4
Operating SystemMIUI 9.2 based on Android 7.1.1 NougatMIUI 9.2 based on Android 7.1.1 NougatMIUI 9.2 based on Android 7.1.1 Nougat
Display5.99-inch 18:9 FHD+ (2160x1080) IPS LCD panel403ppi pixel density450nits maximum brightness5.99-inch 18:9 FHD+ (2160x1080) IPS LCD panel403ppi pixel density450nits maximum brightness5.5-inch 1080p (1920x1080) IPS LCD panel401ppi pixel density
SoCOcta-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 636Eight Kryo 260 cores up to 1.8GHz14nmOcta-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 625Eight Cortex A53 cores at 2.0GHz14nmOcta-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 625Eight Cortex A53 cores at 2.0GHz14nm
GPUAdreno 509Adreno 506Adreno 506
RAM4GB/6GB3GB/4GB2GB/3GB/4GB
Storage64GB/64GBmicroSD slot up to 128GB32GB/64GBmicroSD slot up to 128GB32GB/32GB/64GBmicroSD slot up to 128GB
Rear camera12MP with 1.25um pixel size and f/2.2 lens + 5MP with 1.12um pixel size and f/2,0 lensPDAF, LED flash1080p video recording12MP with 1.25um pixel size and f/2.2 lensPDAF, LED flash1080p video recording13MP with f/2.0 lensPDAF, LED flash1080p video recording
Front shooter20MP with LED Selfie light1080p video recordingbeautify 4.05MP with LED light1080p video recordingBeautify 3.05MP with f/2.0 lens720p video recording
ConnectivityLTE with VoLTEWi-Fi 802.11 ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, GLONASSMicro-USB, 3.5mm audio jack, IR blasterLTE with VoLTEWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS, GLONASSMicro-USB, 3.5mm audio jack, IR blasterLTE with VoLTEWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS, GLONASSMicro-USB, 3.5mm audio jack, IR blaster
NetworksLTE: 1/3/5/40/41GSM: 2/3/5/8WCDMA: 1/2/5/8LTE: 1/3/5/40/41GSM: 2/3/5/8WCDMA: 1/2/5/8LTE: 1/3/5/40/41GSM: 2/3/5/8WCDMA: 1/2/5/8
Battery4000mAh batteryFast charging (5V/2A)4000mAh batteryFast charging (5V/2A)4100mAh batteryFast charging (5V/2A)
FingerprintRear fingerprint sensorRear fingerprint sensorRear fingerprint sensor
Dimensions158.6 × 75.4 × 8.05mm158.5×75.45×8.05mm151 x 76 x 8.3mm
Weight181g180g175g
ColorsGold, Rose Gold, Blue, BlackGold, Rose Gold, Blue, BlackGold, Dark Grey, Matte Black

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro vs. Redmi Note 5 vs. Redmi Note 4

As you can make out from the specs, the Redmi Note 5 Pro is the more interesting of the two devices Xiaomi introduced in the country. The phone will be sold in two variants: a model with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage for ₹13,999, and another variant with 6GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage for ₹16,999.

Meanwhile, the Redmi Note 5 is slotting in at the same price bracket as the Redmi Note 4, with the 3GB version offering 32GB of storage retailing for ₹9,999 and the 4GB model with 64GB of storage available for ₹11,999.

Interested in knowing more about Xiaomi's latest products? Hit up the links below to take a look at our coverage:

Harish Jonnalagadda
Senior Editor - Asia

Harish Jonnalagadda is Android Central's Senior Editor of Asia. In his current role, he oversees the site's coverage of Chinese phone brands, networking products, and AV gear. He has been testing phones for over a decade, and has extensive experience in mobile hardware and the global semiconductor industry. Contact him on Twitter at @chunkynerd.