Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus
The Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 (14 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2016).
2016 · Lower-mid-range · Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5.7" · 154.6 x 77.7 x 8 mm (6.09 x 3.06 x 0.31 in)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 (14 nm)
RAM4GB | 6GB
Storage128GB | 64GB
Main Camera13 MP · Dual-LED dual-tone flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓5.7" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 168g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Entry-level Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 (14 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gamingHeavy multitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2016, September. Released 2016, October
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 (14 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core (2x2.35 GHz Kryo & 2x2.2 GHz Kryo)
OS
Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 8.0 (Oreo), MIUI
RAM
4GB | 6GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
386 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,800 mAh
Adequate for moderate use
Type
Li-Ion 3800 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
168g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
154.6 x 77.7 x 8 mm (6.09 x 3.06 x 0.31 in)
Build
Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
Colors
Silver, Gray, Gold, Rose Gold
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
📶 Network
Technology
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus does not support 5G — it supports GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE.
Yes, the Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
No, the Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Yes, up to 18W (18W wired, QC3).
No, the Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus does not support a memory card.
The Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Yes, the Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus ships with Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 8.0 (Oreo), MIUI.
The Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus uses USB Type-C.
The Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA.
The Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus has 4.2, A2DP, LE.
