Xiaomi, the Chinese tech giant has finally launched the much-awaited Redmi 5 in India. The Xiaomi Redmi 5 is a budget-oriented smartphone launched in China a couple of months ago. As Xiaomi's budget smartphones see a lot of success in India, the company has finally brought the smartphone to the country. Though the smartphone is good, there are always a set of pros and cons. Here are the reasons why you should not put in your money on the Xiaomi Redmi 5.
1.) The Build
The Xiaomi Redmi 5 does give a metallic look but it is actually made of plastic. The whole build of the Redmi 5 might look a bit cheap. Also, looking at the build it is very unlikely that the smartphone will handle drops.
2.) Design
Xiaomi Redmi 5 does look refreshed when you look at the front. However, the smartphone carries an old design at the back. The design is something similar to what we have seen previously on some Xiaomi smartphones. Also, the company could have trimmed down the bezels a bit more at the front.
3.) Software
The Xiaomi Redmi 5 runs on MIUI 9 based on Android Nougat out of the box. MIUI is a really heavy skin and can make your smartphone slower. Also, the UI is hated by many people. The software also comes with some bloatware applications which might not be liked by many.
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4.) Better Alternatives
Xiaomi Redmi 5 is launched in India at a price of Rs. 7,999. This price range has been growing a lot lately in the smartphone industry. There are smartphones like 10.or E to compete against the Redmi 5. The 10.or does come with an older processor but runs on stock Android which provides a fluid experience.
5.) Flash Sales
In the typical Xiaomi fashion, the Redmi 5 will also go through the Flash Sales. Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro has been there for quite some time now by now but many have not been able to get their hands on one. The Flash Sales system might make you wait a little more than expected. So if you are planning to buy the Redmi 5, you might have a hard time getting one on time.
