It is important to note here that JD.com is the second biggest e-commerce website in China and not like Oppomart and others, who frequently publish listings of unannounced smartphones. Simply put, it is a credible source.
As per the previous leaks from Chinese regulator TENAA, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 will be launched in two RAM variants – 3GB with 32GB and 4GB with 64GB. The phone will reportedly sport a 5.9-inch full HD IPS screen with 18:9 aspect ratio. It will be powered by 2GHz octa-core processor of unknown make.
Among other specifications, the Note 5 will include Android 7.1.1-based MIUI 9 operating system, 4000 mAh battery, 12MP rear camera and 5MP selfie camera. The usual connectivity options including dual-SIM support and 4G will also be present in the phone.
Furthermore, the smartphone will allegedly be offered in nine colours – Black, Rose Gold, Gold, White, Blue, Red, Pink, Gray, Silver.
To remind you, Xiaomi Redmi Note5’s predecessor Note 4 was unveiled back in August, 2016 in China with a MediaTek processor. Xiaomi then introduced a Snapdragon-powered variant in January, 2017. So, it is high time for the company to announce a successor with design and features more in line with current smartphone trends. The alleged presence of 18:9 screen on Note 5 does suggest that Mi is going in that direction.
I am hoping to see an official announcement in the coming weeks. As always, you guys will be the first to know if I hear anything new.
