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Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (16GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£390RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:6.55 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 50 MP & 12 MP

Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (16GB + 512GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

8.3

Overall score

Score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components

90%

8.3

Technical score

10%

?

User score

★Better than 93% of smartphones
8.3

Technical score

Technical score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components

25%

9.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.2

Camera

15%

8.8

Display

15%

7.2

Battery

10%

8.2

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

7.5

Audio

3%

7.8

Design

★Better than 93% of smartphones
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £390

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Technical Specifications of smartphone Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (16GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components:

25%

9.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.2

Camera

15%

8.8

Display

15%

7.2

Battery

10%

8.2

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

7.5

Audio

3%

7.8

Design

8.3
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (16GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 98% of models
Score components:

60%

8.3

Overall score

40%

8.5

Price

8.4
Brand name
Xiaomi
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4
★ Better than 93% of models
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor which is faster than processors in 92.9% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.5% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
16 GB
RAM capacity
16 GB
â–² Better than 84% of models
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 16 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 83.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12% of smartphones.
Internal storage
512 GB
Internal storage
512 GB
â–² Better than 77% of models
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 512 GB which is larger than the storage of 77.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 17.2% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.21 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
3.21 GHz
â–² Better than 88% of models
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.21 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 88.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 15
Android version
Android 15
Android version
Android 15
â–² Better than 71% of models
This smartphone runs Android version Android 15 which is newer than that found in 70.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 25.1% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
Direct OS updates
no
â–¼ Worse than 21% of models
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Open-source OS
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Dark mode
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
Multi-lens main camera
yes
â–² Better than 6% of models
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 50 MP & 12 MP
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 50 MP & 12 MP
â–² Better than 71% of models
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 50 MP & 12 MP which is higher than that of 70.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.63 & f/2.0 & f/2.2
Main camera aperture
f/1.63 & f/2.0 & f/2.2
★ Better than 90% of models
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.63 & f/2.0 & f/2.2 which is wider than that of 90.2% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
â–² Better than 65% of models
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 50 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 16.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
â–² Better than 58% of models
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Number of SIM slots
2
â–² Better than 4% of models
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
5G connectivity
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.55 inches
Screen size
6.55 inches
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.55 inches which is smaller than the screens of 76.2% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.7% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1236x 2750 px
Screen resolution
1236x 2750 px
â–² Better than 81% of models
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1236x2750 px which is higher than that of 80.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
460 ppi
Pixel density
460 ppi
â–² Better than 88% of models
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 460 ppi which is higher than that of 88.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
â–² Better than 41% of models
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Refresh rate
120 Hz
â–² Better than 35% of models
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
6,000 mAh
Battery capacity
6,000 mAh
â–² Better than 73% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 6,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 73.2% of smartphones and equal to those in 6.9% of smartphones.
Charging speed
67 W
Charging speed
67 W
â–² Better than 73% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 67 W which is faster than in 72.8% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.1% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
Fast charging
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 25% of models
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
Stereo speakers
yes
â–² Better than 36% of models
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
â–¼ Worse than 45% of models
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Number of microphones
3
â–² Better than 77% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
FM radio
no
â–¼ Worse than 34% of models
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
?
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Height
157.1 mm
Height
157.1 mm
â–² Better than 88% of models
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 157.1 mm which is shorter than 88.4% of smartphones.
Width
73.2 mm
Width
73.2 mm
â–² Better than 89% of models
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 73.2 mm which is narrower than 89% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.5 mm
Thickness
7.5 mm
★ Better than 90% of models
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.5 mm which is thinner than 90.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.2% of smartphones.
Weight
184 g
Weight
184 g
â–² Better than 81% of models
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 184 g which is lighter than 80.6% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.2% of smartphones.
Device volume
80,227 cm³
Device volume
80,227 cm³
★ Better than 94% of models
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 80,227 cm³ which is smaller than 93.6% of smartphones.
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Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (16GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 8 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    16 GB
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 2.5 x higher optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    2.5 x
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <0 x – >3 x
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2.5 x vs 0 x).
    2.5 x vs 0 x
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2.08x lower TDP
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    12.5 W
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <4 W – >10 W
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (12.5 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    12.5 W vs 6 W
  • 2x more storage
    Internal storage
    512 GB
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 33.8% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    3.21 GHz
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.21 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 2,200 nits higher peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    3,200 nits
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <480 nits – >3.6k nits
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (3200 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    3,200 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 20% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    6,000 mAh
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6000 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    6,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 13.9% better value for money
    Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (16GB + 512GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8.36 vs 7.3).
    8.36 vs 7.34
  • 8 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    16 GB
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 2.08x lower TDP
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    12.5 W
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <4 W – >10 W
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (12.5 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    12.5 W vs 6 W
  • 2x more storage
    Internal storage
    512 GB
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 33.8% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    3.21 GHz
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.21 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 2.11x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    1983
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <392 – >2.2k
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1983 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,983 vs 942
  • Better processor
    Processor model
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    3 x 3.01 GHz & 2 x 2.8 GHz & 2 x 2.02 GHz & 1 x 3.21 GHz
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (3x3.01 GHz & 2x2.8 GHz & 2x2.02 GHz & 1x3.21 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    3x3.01 GHz & 2x2.8 GHz & 2x2.02 GHz & 1x3.21 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 5.86x more L2 cache
    L2 cache
    6,000 KB
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <512 KB – >4.1k KB
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (6000 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    6,000 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 3x higher memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    76.8 GB/s
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <13.41 GB/s – >76.6 GB/s
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (76.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    76.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    Process node
    4 nm
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >12 nm
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 2.71x higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    6,874
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >6.7k
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (6,874 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    6,874 vs 2,533
  • 29.8% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    13,997
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <7.1k – >15.9k
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (13,997 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    13,997 vs 10,783
  • Newer DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    5
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 74.5% faster memory speed
    Memory speed
    4,800 MHz
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4800 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    4,800 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 21.1% faster GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    1,150 MHz
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <646 MHz – >1.2k MHz
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1150 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,150 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 71.4% higher maximum RAM
    Maximum RAM
    24 GB
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (24 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    24 GB vs 14 GB
  • 4x more shader units
    N. of shading units
    1,024
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <32 – >1.5k
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (1,024 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    1,024 vs 256
  • 2x more L3 cache
    L3 cache
    8,192 KB
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <1k KB – >8.2k KB
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (8192 KB vs 4096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4096 KB.
    8,192 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 2 more memory channels
    Memory channels
    4
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <2 – >4
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 4x more L1
    L1 cache
    128 KB
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <32 KB – >192 KB
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (128 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    128 KB vs 32 KB
  • Supports newer OpenGL version
    OpenGL version
    3.3
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer OpenGL version than the average smartphone (3.3 vs 3.2). The average version is 3.2.
    3.3 vs 3.2
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    On-device AI level
    productivity
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI Pixel dynamic enhancement, AI Beautify, AI scene detection, AI Studio lighting, AI smart slimming
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    Cross-site tracking protection
    yes
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Newer Android version
    Android version
    Android 15
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This smartphone features a newer Android version than the average smartphone (Android 15 vs Android 14). The average version is Android 14.
    Android 15 vs Android 14
  • 2.5 x higher optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    2.5 x
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <0 x – >3 x
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2.5 x vs 0 x).
    2.5 x vs 0 x
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    50 mm²
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    50 MP
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <5 – >40
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (50 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    50 MP vs 16 MP
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    Multi-lens front camera
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • Better main camera video
    Main camera video
    2160 x 60 fps
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    Number of flash LEDs
    2
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Wider main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.63 & f/2.0 & f/2.2
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.63 & f/2 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.63 & f/2.0 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    HDR10 video recording
    yes
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    Main camera pixel size
    1.0 µm
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    50 MP & 50 MP & 12 MP
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 50 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 50 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Wider front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.0
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.4
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • 2,200 nits higher peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    3,200 nits
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <480 nits – >3.6k nits
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (3200 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    3,200 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 16.5% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    460 ppi
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (460 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    460 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1236 x 2750 px
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1236x2750 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1236x2750 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    Dolby Vision support
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    HDR10+ support
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    HDR10 support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    Always-on display
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Has a curved display
    Curved display
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 20% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    6,000 mAh
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6000 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    6,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 2.03x faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    67 W
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (67 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    67 W vs 33 W
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    aptX Adaptive
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    Number of microphones
    3
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • Supports aptX
    aptX
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 2.8 mm narrower
    Width
    73.2 mm
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (73.2 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    73.2 mm vs 76 mm
  • 0.8 mm thinner
    Thickness
    7.5 mm
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.5 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.5 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 6.5 mm shorter
    Height
    157.1 mm
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (157.1 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    157.1 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 6.2% lighter
    Weight
    184 g
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <175 g – >256 g
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (184 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    184 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1 year/s newer release date
    Release date
    2025
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartphone has a newer release date than the average smartphone (2025 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones are released annually.
    September 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • 18% smaller volume
    Device volume
    80,227 cm³
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (80227 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    80,227 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No LDAC support
    LDAC
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • No reverse wired charging
    Reverse wired charging
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 0.12 inches inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    6.55 inches
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.55 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 5.44x less popular
    Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (16GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 50% more expensive
    Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (16GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£390 vs £260).
    £390 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (16GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 50% more expensive
    Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (16GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£390 vs £260).
    £390 vs £260
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 0.12 inches inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    6.55 inches
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.55 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • No reverse wired charging
    Reverse wired charging
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • No LDAC support
    LDAC
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.

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en.xiaomitoday.it
16/05/2025
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Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro officially confirmed: design and launch date
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smartzone.de
30/05/2025
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Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro launches in China with a coffee scent
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pisapapeles.net
24/05/2025
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This phone has the color and aroma of coffee: Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro officially debuts with Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor
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What we like about Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (16GB + 512GB)

  • Sleek, thin, and elegant design with premium build materials (metal frame, glass, or vegan leather options).
  • Excellent camera quality, featuring Leica lenses, a versatile triple rear setup (wide, telephoto, ultrawide), and a high-resolution 50MP front camera that takes detailed, stable photos and 4K video.
  • Bright and vibrant 6.55-inch AMOLED quad-curved display with 1.5K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and an exceptional 3200 nits peak brightness for great outdoor visibility.
  • Strong performance driven by the powerful Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor, suitable for everyday use, gaming, and multitasking.
  • Impressive 6000mAh battery capacity, which is larger than many comparable flagship phones (e.g., iPhone 15, Xiaomi 14 Pro).
  • Comes with a 67W fast charger included in the box, along with a transparent case and cable.
  • Good value for the price, especially considering the high-end specifications.
  • Features like Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 provide solid, future-proof connectivity.

What we don't like about Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (16GB + 512GB)

  • Primarily optimized for the Chinese market, meaning the international version may lack full language localization, specific network bands, or complete NFC support in all regions.
  • Lacks an official IP rating for water resistance.
  • Does not support wireless charging.
  • No 3.5mm audio jack or expandable storage via a microSD card slot.
  • Some users might find the low placement of the under-display fingerprint scanner uncomfortable.
  • The speaker volume is adequate but not extremely high.

Verdict

The Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (16GB + 512GB) is an elegantly designed "entry-level flagship" released in May 2025, featuring a slim 7.45mm metal and matte glass body weighing approximately 184g. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor and utilizes UFS 4.0 storage alongside its generous 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM for high-speed performance. The device boasts a vibrant 6.55-inch 1.5K AMOLED quad-curved display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 3,200 nits. Photography is a core focus, headlined by a Leica-tuned triple 50MP rear camera system and a high-resolution 50MP front-facing camera with autofocus. Key advantages include its massive 6,000mAh battery paired with 67W fast charging and an IP68 dust/water resistance rating. However, notable drawbacks include the lack of an expandable microSD card slot, the absence of a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a relatively low-placed in-display fingerprint scanner that some users find ergonomically inconvenient.

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