Xiaomi Redmi 5 Price in South Africa
Expected Retail Price
ZAR1800
ZAR2700
Price of Xiaomi Redmi 5 in South Africa as of Oct 2026.
Key Features:
Brand: XIAOMI
Display: 5.7"
Chipset: Snapdragon 450
Camera: 12
Battery: 3300 mAh
Memory: 16GB/32GB/64GB storage, microSDXC
Where to buy in South Africa
| Store | Product listing | Price | Updated | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smartphone Shop |
Xiaomi Redmi A3X - 3GB RAM 64GB ROM - Dual SIM
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R1,799 | Jun 8, 2026 | View Deal |
| Technomobi |
Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G Dual Sim 128GB - Midnight Black - Black
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R1,899 | Jun 8, 2026 | View Deal |
| Technomobi |
Xiaomi Redmi 15C 4G Dual Sim 128GB - Blue - Blue
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R2,399 | Jun 8, 2026 | View Deal |
| Technomobi |
Xiaomi Redmi 15 4G 256GB - Midnight Black - Midnight Black
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R3,499 | Jun 8, 2026 | View Deal |
| Technomobi |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 4G Dual Sim 128GB - Black - Black
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R4,599 | Jun 8, 2026 | View Deal |
| Smartphone Shop |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 6GB RAM 128GB ROM - Dual SIM - Midnight Black
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R4,899 | Jun 8, 2026 | View Deal |
| Technomobi |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G Dual Sim 256GB - Blue - Blue
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R7,499 | Jun 8, 2026 | View Deal |
| Technomobi |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G Dual Sim 256GB - Black + Smart Band 9 Active - Black
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R7,999 | Jun 8, 2026 | View Deal |
MobGadgets reviews combine verified specifications, country pricing context, and comparison analysis. Prices tracked from trusted retailers in South Africa and may fluctuate. Hands-on testing is stated when available. We may earn a commission from affiliate links.
Should you buy the Xiaomi Redmi 5?
Reasons to Buy
- 3300 mAh battery capacity
- 5.7" display for media and everyday use
- Snapdragon 450 platform for daily performance
Reasons to Avoid
- Fast charging details are not yet verified.
- Durability and protection details should be confirmed before purchase.
Detailed Specifications
Structured specifications are still being verified for this device. Showing source specs until the organized table is available.
ALL VERSIONS INDIACHINA
For China; India
- Network
Technology: GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
- Launch
Announced: 2017, December
Status: Available. Released 2017, December
- Body
Dimensions: 151.8 x 72.8 x 7.7 mm (5.98 x 2.87 x 0.30 in)
Weight: 157 g (5.54 oz)
Build: Glass front (Gorilla Glass), aluminum/plastic back, plastic frame
SIM: Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
- Display
Type: IPS LCD
Size: 5.7 inches, 83.8 cm2 (~75.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution: 720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
- Platform
OS: Android 7.1.2 (Nougat), MIUI 11
Chipset: Qualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm)
CPU: Octa-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU: Adreno 506
- Memory
Card slot - microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal: 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM - : eMMC 5.1
- Main Camera
Single: 12 MP, f/2.2, 1.25 μm, PDAF
Features: LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video: 1080p@30fps
- Selfie camera
Single: 5 MP
Video: 1080p@30fps
- Sound
Loudspeaker : Yes
3.5mm jack : Yes
- Comms
WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth: 4.2, A2DP, LE
Positioning: GPS, GLONASS, BDS
NFC: No
Infrared port: Yes
Radio: FM radio
USB: microUSB 2.0, OTG
- Features
Sensors: Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
- Battery
Type: Li-Po 3300 mAh, non-removable
Charging: 10W wired
- Misc
Colors: Black, Gold, Light Blue, Rose Gold
Models: MDG1, MDI1
SAR: 0.53 W/kg (head) - - 1.53 W/kg (body) - -
Price: About 160 EUR
- Tests
Performance: GeekBench: 4018 (v4.4)
GFXBench: 6.8fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) -
Display: Contrast ratio: 1331 (nominal), 2.951 (sunlight) Camera: Photo / Video Loudspeaker: Voice 66dB / Noise 68dB / Ring 82dB Audio quality: Noise -27.7dB / Crosstalk -54.7dB Battery (old): Endurance rating 83hFrequently Asked Questions
The Xiaomi Redmi 5 was officially Released 2017, December.The starting retail price for the Xiaomi Redmi 5 in South Africa is currently za ZAR1800. Historically, it has retailed for as high as za ZAR2700.It features a 5.7".The verified rear camera specification is 12, with video recording listed as 1080p.The device lists a 3300 mAh Li-Po battery.
