Xiaomi Mi5 Plus Specifications. Xiaomi Mi5s Plus Review - Another experiment with two cameras

On September 27, Xiaomi held another presentation in Beijing, where two new smartphones were represented at once - Xiaomi Mi5s and Xiaomi Mi5s Plus. Usually, the prefix "Plus" indicates the increased size of the display, but in the case of the MI5S, the situation is slightly different. MI5 and MI5S Plus differ not only by the diagonal of screens, but also the amount of memory, cameras, batteries, design, the location of some elements. In fact, these are two different devices. But first things first.

Initially, as usual, characteristics.

Characteristics Xiaomi Mi5s.

• Screen: IPS LCD, Diagonal 5.15 ", Resolution 1920x1080 Points, 428 PPI, 2.5D Glass
• Processor: Eight-core on the platform Qualcomm Snapdragon. 821 (2x2.15 GHz Kryo + 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
• Graphics: Adreno 530 (624 MHz)
• RAM: 3/4 GB
• Slot under the memory card: no
• Main Camera: 12 MP with autofocus and flash, Sony imx378 sensor, pixel size 1.55 μm, F / 2.0, 5 lenses, video is written in 4K
• Battery: 3200 mAh
• Dimensions: 145.6 x 70.3 x 8.3 mm
• Weight: 145 grams

The prefix "S" should mean improvements compared with the previous flagship of this year - Xiaomi Mi5. What has improved?

The glass with a 2.5D effect appeared. In my opinion, this was not enough of the last model, when everyone has already implemented similar glass even in smartphones of the middle and budget segments.

The screen gained support for the handling technology of pressures, here it is called 3D Touch Display and is in the older version (4/128 GB). A strange decision is to add support to the older version and do not add to the younger, it makes confusion in the already complex classification of smartphones.

The MI5S also updated the platform - the latest Snapdragon 821 is used and the company refused to version 32 GB. This is a logical step, because the smartphone does not support memory cards, but the minimum version is 64 GB at once.

The camera is also another - a new sensor, the resolution has become lower (12 Mp vs. 16) and there is no optical stabilization, but the size of the pixels is increased (1.55 μm versus 1.12 microns in MI5). As will be in fact - I do not know. Front camera unchanged.

The black false frame around the display was not so obvious, which was in MI5 - also progress.

A slightly increased battery capacity, now it is 3200 mAh against 3000 mAh in the usual MI5.

In general, the new Xiaomi Mi5s really looks good work on some mi5 mi5 errors. Questions causes one point - fingerprint scanner. Yes, he is now ultrasonic. Yes, it is located under the screen, how many like it. But! If in mi5 it was thin mechanical key With the scanner inscribed in it, now it's just a touchscreen and scanner. Moreover, in the MI5S Plus smartphone presented with the MI5S, the scanner is on the "back". That is, now Xiaomi has smartphones with the "front" scanner and the "Rear" scanner, and, in my opinion, it is strange. I will not say that it is bad, it is strange. Typically, manufacturers try to bring some standardization into their devices, build a specific logical chain, associate different smartphones. In Xiaomi, if we talk about the scanner, go along the opposite way.

Xiaomi Mi5s Plus Characteristics

• Case materials: Aluminum, Glass
• Operating system: Android 6, MIUI 8
• Network: GSM, HSDPA, LTE, Support for Two Nanosim SIM Cards, Support 4G +
• Screen: IPS LCD, Diagonal 5.7 ", Resolution 1920x1080 Points, 386 PPI, 2.5D Glass
• Processor: Eight-core on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 platform (2x2.35 GHz Kryo + 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
• Graphics: Adreno 530 (624 MHz)
• RAM: 4/6 GB
• Flash memory for data storage: 64/128 GB
• Slot under the memory card: no
• Interfaces: Wi-Fi (AC / B / G / N) Dual-Band, Bluetooth 4.2 Le, USB TYPE-C connector for charge / synchronization / headphones, IR port
• Main Camera: Double, 13 MP with autofocus and flash, pixel size 1.55 microns, F / 2.0, 5 lenses, video is written in 4K
• Frontal chamber 4 MP, pixel size 2 μm, f / 2.0
• NAVIGATION: GPS (support A-GPS), GLONASS, Beidou
• Optional: fingerprint scanner, accelerometer, light sensor, approximation sensor, function fast charging: 80-85% of the charge for half an hour (Quick Charge 3.0)
• Battery: 3800 mAh
• Dimensions: 154.6 x 77.7 x 8 mm
• Weight: 168 grams

"Bony" characteristics in Xiaomi Mi5s Plus exactly the same as in MI5S. The difference is to the screen diagonal and sizes. Also in MI5S Plus, the two chamber modules, one with a color sensor, the other - with monochrome. As in Huawei smartphones.

By the way, about the design, the company Xiaomi went to an unusual step, and new MI5S and MI5S Plus are made in the same design as the more budget Redmi Pro, I speak about the metal grinding, the shape of the housing and the characteristic smooth bends lines.

In the MI5S Plus, the fingerprint scanner is located on the back of the housing, and in front - only the touch keys.

In general, it is difficult for me to say which class chips offer one or another smartphone. Mi5s turned out to be a logical improvement in simple MI5, and MI5S Plus - respectively, just a little different device. If the "plus" two cameras will work as high quality as implemented in smartphones Huawei. (P9, P9 Plus, Honor 8), the device will be very interesting.

Cost base version Xiaomi Mi5s (3/64 GB) will be 2000 yuan (about 20,000 rubles), Xiaomi Mi5s (4/128 GB) - 2300 yuan (23 000 rubles).

The cost of the basic version of Xiaomi Mi5s Plus (4/64 GB) will be 2300 yuan (about 23,000 rubles), Xiaomi Mi5s Plus (6/128 GB) - 2600 yuan (26,000 rubles).

Official prices, as usual, just as great low, how are unattainable. But taking into account the fact that Xiaomi is not so popular now and strong as two or three years ago, when the company's devices were unlternative, you can wait for quick adjustments to these prices. That is, if lowering the price of conditional MI4, a couple of years ago, it was necessary to wait 2-3 months, then the prices for MI5S and MI5S Plus will become close to the declared after a month, I suppose. At the same time, of course, it is precisely such prices that hang on the site will not be, but something around 25,000-26,000 rubles for simple MI5S and 30,000 rubles per Mi5 Plus can be waited by ordering devices from China.

It is difficult to say that not so, but, studying new devices from Xiaomi, I literally feel some kind of "irregularity". It seems that the characteristics are excellent, and everything you need - in place, but something is missing. Perhaps for my feeling there is a simple term "lit up", and maybe I, after all, the right and the company loses a little spark. It seems that everything is in place, but there is no light, there is no single style, general logic for the ruler of the devices, the feeling that the smartphones of steel for Xiaomi are simply another position on a par with TVs, headsets, external batteries and hundreds of other positions on the site.

In 2016, Xiaomi took a rather long pause before the whole range of top smartphones released, among which the MI5S Plus was the older model in the flagship line. It was he who could be the most serious competitor for Galaxy Note. 7, however, Samsung did not overtake fiasco. Therefore, now Xiaomi Mi5s Plus almost does not have rivals in its class.

Equipment

The Xiaomi Mi5s Plus is supplied in a rather classic white-colored carton, there are no bright details. There is no photo of the smartphone on the box - only Mi logo. Delivery set for flagship smartphone modest.

Under the smartphone we find only a 1.5a charger with a Chinese fork, a USB cable Type-C, a clip to extract SIM cards, documentation. Of the additional accessories there is only a transparent plastic case. Charger Supports quick charging option.

Design

Designers Xiaomi spent a lot of effort to release the update of the line attractive. Xiaomi Mi5s Plus is a classic monoblock with rounded corners of the rear panel, which is also made of grided metal. To the touch, the material is pleasant, it looks stylish and at first it seems that it will be convenient to use the smartphone and it will not slip out of the hands.

The flagship Xiaomi was presented in strict design, without any innovative elements. The monolithic case is not collapsible, so in advance it is worth thinking about what you get a fixed battery. Plastic inserts that are needed to improve the quality of the signal are noticeable on the back. To the touch, they are almost impossible to distinguish.

Only compliments can be said about the quality of the assembly - no backlash and squeaks, all the details are high-quality, perfectly fit to each other. but rear panel Still slightly slightly and on it over time, fingerprints will be noticeable.

The dimensions of the smartphone do not allow you to use one hand with convenience, even despite the minimum frames of 5.7-inch screen. The output can be found only in the settings and include the function of changing the size of the display area.

The display occupies almost the entire front panel of the smartphone, is protected with tempered 2.5d glass. There is a oleophobic coating that protects against the appearance of prints.
All buttons are located on the usual places. Over the screen on the front panel there are a model frontal chamber, in the center - mesh of spoken speaker, lighting and approximation sensors, led indicator Notifications.

A number of sensory control keys are located below the display. They are highlighted with white backlight, there is a vibrootch.
A module from two cameras is installed on the rear panel, a double LED flash is located next to it, as well as the fingerprint scanner. As for the latter, the percentage of errors is minimal, works quickly.

On the right side of the case there is a button on / off and a volume of volume adjustment. They are metallic, push distinct, click. The backlash is missing.

On the left end - only a slot for two nano-SIM cards. MicroSD support is not here.

On the top face set: an additional microphone, 3.5 mm AUX connector for headset / headphones, IR port.

At the bottom of the housing there is a USB Type-C port for connecting a charger or for synchronization, as well as two meshes of speakers and the main microphone.

Display

I received a Xiaomi Mi5s Plus 5.7-inch Full HD display with an IPS matrix, without an air layer. The density of the points reaches 386 ppi, so we will not see any unpleasant artifacts in the image.

The viewing angles of the screen are large, no effect of fading or distortion at the maximum slope. The color rendition is normal, although when default settings are noticeable that the colors are oversaturated. White color can go into yellowish, but it is corrected by white balance settings.

Display sensor recognizes up to 10 touch at the same time.

The maximum screen brightness is average. There are no complaints to the contrast. On the street, the screen remains readable even with bright sunlight. There is a good anti-reflective coating.

Performance

Xiaomi Mi5s Plus runs on a quad-core SNAPDRAGON 821 processor with two clusters: 2 Kryo kernels with a frequency of 2.35GHz and two more cores with a frequency of 2.2GHz. ADRENO 530 graphic accelerator is installed. When you purchase, you can choose one of several empty options, which differ in the amount of RAM - 4GB or 6GB.

For example, version from 4GB RAM has shown the following results in benchmarks:

• Antutu - 157291 points
• GEEKBENCH - 1842/4405 points

All results are impressive and close to the maximum in the ranking. It turns out that Xiaomi offers the most accessible equipment of the productive iron. Unique power reserves will be enough for a long time. Any applications, even the most demanding, will work quickly. With the multitasking Xiaomi Mi5s Plus copes on "excellent." Switching between applications occurs instantly.
With powerful games flagship also "flies." None in any tested game had no lags or braking pictures. With a strong load, heating is a bit noticeable.
The speed of RAM is excellent - 15.7 GB / s, the reading speed of the internal memory recording is 465/173 MB / s. Installed memory type UFS 2.0.

Specifications Xiaomi Mi 5S Plus

Manufacturer	Xiaomi.
Model	Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus
Date Announcement	2016, September.
Network support	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
- 2G.	GSM 850/900/1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 and SIM 2
- 3G.	HSDPA 850/900/1900/2100
- 4G.	LTE Band 1 (2100), 3 (1800), 5 (850), 7 (2600), 38 (2600), 39 (1900), 40 (2300), 41 (2500)
Bluetooth	v4.2, A2DP, LE
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 802.11 A / B / G / N / AC, DUAL-BAND, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, Access point
Dimensions	154.6 x 77.7 x 8 mm (6.09 x 3.06 x 0.31 inches)
Weight	168 g (5.93 oz)
Accumulator battery	Non-removable, 3800 mAh
Display	5.7 inches (~ 74.6% of the Surface of the Smartphone)
- Permission	1080 x 1920 pixels (~ 386 PPI)
CPU	Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821
- CPU frequency	Quad-Core (2x2.35 GHz Kryo and 2x2.2 GHz Kryo)
- graphics	Adreno 530.
Memory	64 GB, 4 GB of operational or 128 GB, 6 GB of operational
USB	TYPE-C 1.0 Reversible Connector
Camera	Photo / Video.
- Main	Dual 13 MP, F / 2.0, Phase Autofocus, Double LED Dual-Tone Flash
- Frontal	4 MP, F / 2.0, 1/3 "SENSOR SIZE, 2ÂM PIXEL SIZE, 1080P
Operating system	Android OS, V6.0 (Marshmallow)

Operation

Works Xiaomi Mi5s Plus on Miui 8, Android 6. If you get a smartphone with an international firmware, then there is a full support for the Russian language and pre-installed all the necessary google services. All updates will then come by OTA.

The advantages will take the lack of unnecessary pre-installed applications. Recently, MIUI has moved significantly in performance, optimization and stability of work. The interface has become easier and more convenient. Xiaomi branded applications received more functions. Initially, root-rights No.

Camera

Two Sony IMX258 modules are installed at once: the first - 13-megapixel standard, second - 13-megapixel monochrome, each with aperture F / 2.0. This camera is also installed in Xiaomi Redmi. Pro. This solution allows you to get excellent detail, high-quality color reproduction, but the HDR mode is better not to use - the colors look unnatural. Nevertheless, in general, the quality of the photos is very good.

If you compare the shooting quality of the MI5S Plus camera with the MI5S camera, then here the dynamic range leaves much to be desired, the image is excessively light or dark, depending on the lighting conditions. With bad lighting, ISO value immediately increases, the picture becomes blurred.

Video - Xiaomi Mi 5S Plus Camera Test, Comparison with Samsung Galaxy S7 EDGE

In theory, the dual main chamber was supposed to become a "chip" Xiaomi Mi5s Plus, but she has unpleasant moments. When activating the "stereo", the second 13-megapixel monochrome module is connected to the shooting. At the same time, the trigger time is significantly increased, and the quality of the photo remains the same. In this mode, it is not even possible to adjust the background brightness. Unfortunately, there are practically no differences between simple shooting and shooting in stereo gear.

The smartphone has not received an optical stabilization of the camera image, nor electronic. Perhaps something will change after updating the firmware.

Frontal 4-megapixel camera here is the same as in MI5S.

He writes a smartphone video with excellent quality, the sound is pleasant, stereo. There is a shooting limit in 4K - no more than 25 FPS. Nevertheless, autofocus adequate and rarely appears to use a tripod.

Xiaomi Mi5s Plus will like those who like to shoot a photo or video during the day. We hope that the camera will soon appear electronic image stabilization.

Battery

Time autonomous work Xiaomi Mi5s Plus pleasantly surprised. The smartphone received a battery with a capacity of 3800 mAh. Taking into account the fact that the smartphone has a 5.7-inch screen, then 2 days with intensive load are a very good result.

For 2 days of testing, 7-8 hours worked the DOT function (Display-on Time), the benchmark was launched, GPS worked and the work of the smartphone was checked. In the PCMARK battery test, the smartphone was able to hold out 9 hours - the average brightness of the screen was installed.

Charging speed is fast, any charger with Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 support - every 15 minutes the battery will be charged by 20%. With 80% to 100%, charging occurs in 30 minutes. Thus, the process of fully recharging the Xiaomi Mi5s Plus battery will require 1.5 hours of waiting.

Video - Siaomi Overview 5C Plus

RESULTS

pros

• clear and bright display
• fast memory
• high performance
• high-quality network signal reception, GPS and Wi-Fi
• excellent battery life
• happy camera relieves perfectly

minuses

• double camera did not show himself
• the smartphone rather refers to the middle class than to the flagships

If Xiaomi decided to make an experiment with an increase in the MI5S screen, then it was a success. For quite small money. Xiaomi Mi5s Plus turned out qualitative smartphone, with numerous advantages: the camera is well shooting well, the quality of receiving the signal allows you to forget about interference, the battery life even surprises. But, unfortunately, Mi5s left much more pleasant impressions. Xiaomi Mi5s Plus is deprived of the feeling of a premium device.

1 goal, Evaluation: 5,00 out of 5)

Surely every person interested in the mobile sphere, heard about the company's achievements in a particular way. And almost everyone interesting novelties The Chinese giant fall on the pages of our laboratory.

It is impossible not to mention that Xiaomi is engaged not only by the production of smartphones. Of the most recent and versatile devices, we managed to test the Notebook AIR 12.5 branded laptop, Ninebot Mini gyro and even Yunbike C1 bike.

But the main share of the range still constitutes budget mobile solutions, and the most fierce competition is observed there. However, there is a company and model of the highest segment at an attractive price. In addition by the end of the year, she revised the approach to the name of new devices due to confusion arising from production large number variations of devices.

Thanks to our partner, the online store Store Xiaomi, we will look at one of the latest flagship solutions in the form of an enlarged MI5S with the Plus console.

The potential heir to Xiaomi Mi5 was presented quite recently and literally just began to appear on the store shelves. It is different external species, software improvements and some hardware characteristics that we will study in the next section.

Specifications Xiaomi Mi5s Plus

Model	Xiaomi Mi5s Plus.	Xiaomi Mi5.
Materials housing	Metal + Glass + Plastic	Metal + Glass + Plastic
Screen	5.7 ", IPS, Full HD	5.15 ", IPS, Full HD
CPU	Qualcomm Snapdragon 821, 2 x 2.35 GHz + 2 x 2.2 GHz, Kryo	Qualcomm Snapdragon 820, 2 x 1.8 GHz + 2 x 1.36 GHz, Kryo
Video processor	Adreno 530.	Adreno 530.
Operating system	Android 6.0 + MIUI 8	Android 6.0 + MIUI 7
RAM, GBIT	4/6	3
Built-in drive, GBIT	64/128	32/64
Memory card slot	Not	Not
Cameras, MPIX	13.0 x 2 + 4.0	16.0 + 4.0
Battery, Mach	3 800	3 000
Gabarites, mm.	77.7 x 154.7 x 8.0	69.0 x 145.0 x 7.0
Mass, G.	168	129
price, rub.	~25 000 / ~30 000	~18 000 / ~20 000

The characteristics of the new smartphone correspond to solutions of a higher price segment. As usual, Xiaomi, like a number of other major Chinese companies, is distinguished by their approach to pricing and hardware preparation of devices.

Of the interesting features, in addition to the new design of the housing, we note the processor, the number of memory on board the device and the capacious battery. Otherwise, with the exception of the diagonal, everything is like the younger brother Xiaomi Mi5s. The use of two cameras is of interest, although the first device with this feature of Xiaomi has become the average-budget Redmi Pro. Fingerprint scanner is also on the spot, but for some reasons moved to the rear panel.

Xiaomi Mi5s Plus can be called the first representative of the line with this title. We study it with special care and try in the course of the article not to miss the features of the novelty, as well as share personal impressions. Let's start, as usual, with packaging.

Packaging and equipment Xiaomi Mi5s Plus

Xiaomi Mi5s Plus is offered to customers in a classic compact branded cardboard box of white. Packaging is protected by a transparent film. There are no bright elements, the manufacturer even refused to apply an image of a smartphone on the front side - there is only a squeezed Mi logo.

The appearance of the box can be called strict. On the reverse side there is only a classic sticker with legal information and a brief arch of the available technical characteristics of the smartphone.

When opening the cover, the smartphone is immediately visible at once, initially it should be protected by transport films on both sides.

Take a look at the delivery set? To do this, remove the cardboard substrate under the smartphone.

As we see, the user gets the following accessories complete with a smartphone:

• Charger at 1.5 A;
• USB cable Type-C;
• Plastic transparent case;
• Documentation and paperbuilding for seizures of SIM tray.

The cover can not be called perfect, but it's nice that the manufacturer immediately took care of the protection of the device during operation. Now many of them neglege.

Charger compact, vertical type with a Chinese fork. However, it is not a problem to buy a compact adapter now, and sellers in Russia are usually immediately completed with their smartphones. The charger is convenient to use. USB cable Type-C complies with quality standards.

The charger supports fast charging function. The rest of the claims for packaging and delivery set does not occur, it is completely coping with the assigned functional.

Reaching a certain success, the company gradually begin to expand their rules, producing more and more new smartphones. For example, Xiaomi, updating the spring MI5, presented as many as two models - "work on errors" in the face of MI5S and MI5S Plus Fablet. If you wish, in such actions, you can see the trackery of the Samsung, Huawei or Apple strategy, which is no longer the first year at once two flagship, which is first of all the screen diagonal. In our opinion, MI5S Plus is the reincarnation of the first MI Note and an attempt to experiment with cameras. But now Xiaomi has at least four topical apparatus with flagship characteristics, so it would not hurt to understand what this interesting is interesting.

Smartphone granted xiaomi.ua store

Contents of delivery

We are accustomed that xiaomi devices Comes with a minimally necessary set of accessories. This time, together with the power supply, cable, paper clips and documentation, a simple case-pad, made of transparent plastic, was found.

Case is very simple, it does not provide full protection Smartphone, but rather protects it from dirt and small scratches. Only the back and corners of the body are protected (not the edge of the whole), so in the event of drops, such protection will not be able to guarantee the absence of damage.

Design and usability

Xiaomi is one of the companies that are constantly experimenting with the design. MI5S Plus is one of the confirmations. Typically, the results of their experiments are perceived or neutral, or well, but when I took the first smartphone out of the box, I thought that "there is too much Asian."

The Chinese favorite is the golden color, supplemented by the specific processing of the metal. The test smartphone at first seemed too shiny and overflowing into the light. The design of plastic inserts for normal operation of wireless modules, when they are disguised as the main material of the case, also squeezed asking.

However, it is completely soon for it to pay attention, because in the process of use rarely turn the smartphone "back" to yourself, and the color of the case can be chosen more suitable - silver with a white face panel, dark gray and black panel or an extreme pink version.

The shape of the body is very similar to the first MI Note, so in the use of the smartphone turns out to be quite convenient. It is hard to call it small, the device is more popular models, but thanks to competently rounded edges of the case and comfortable placement of controls of some special problems, it does not occur.

The physical buttons are on the right, they fuse enough and have a tactile distinguishable response. You can install two Nanosim in the tray on the left, but not a memory card. USB Type-C for charging and synchronization in the usual place - in the center of the bottom face. On the sides of it is a multimedia speaker and a microphone. From above - a second microphone, a headphone jack, an infrared port for managing household appliances.

Fingerprint scanner turned out to be on the back, under two main chambers. As in all Xiaomi, the sensor works quickly and triggers in most cases. In addition to unlocking a smartphone, the print can be "protected" selected applications.

The design of the front panel is very similar to inexpensive. There is an indicator of missing events, the touch keys under the display are equipped with backlight. The backlight time is configured, as well as keys to hold the keys. Interestingly, for selected applications, you can configure the locking of the touch buttons - it can be useful in games if you accidentally tighten the keys in the rear of the battles.

In general, from the point of view of external execution MI5S Plus leaves the impression of traditional Xiaomi, with a good assembly and relatively neutral design.

Screen

Most of the front panel of the smartphone takes 5.7 inch IPS screen with Full HD permission. The matrix is \u200b\u200bcovered protective glass With a slightly rounded edges and a normal oleophobic coating.

The brightness of the backlight varies from 1 to 557 kD / m², and the measured contrast level is 1 to 1808. By default, the display is distinguished by a slightly oversaturated color rendition, which is characteristic of most modern devices regardless of the type of matrix used. Most parameters are not too deviated from the norm.

The resolution of 1920 per 1080 points is enough to create a smooth picture with a diagonal of 5.7 inches. The smartphone does not have a special mode of high sensitivity of the sensor, but if it uses thin cloths in winter, the possibility of control is preserved.

According to subjective impressions, the screen leaves pleasant impressions. The matrix is \u200b\u200bcharacterized by good viewing angles, the colors look quite natural, the color temperature is approximate to normal. There are some optimization algorithms, so the image becomes noticeably contrast and brighter, which is well affected by the readability of the information.

Hardware platform, work time

From the point of view of hardware equipment, flags Xiaomi. Traditionally offer the most interesting from the market affordable. For MI5S Plus, this Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 was dispersed to 2.35 GHz (Adreno 530 graphics), 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB ROM in the basic modification. There is a more advanced version equipped with 6 GB of operational and 128 GB of permanent memory. Given the volume of the drive in the basic version of the smartphone, it is possible to forgive the absence of a memory card slot, although it will not like all users.

MI5S Plus is equipped with a standard set of communication modules: Bluetooth 4.2, Wi-Fi 802.11 AC (2.5 + 5 GHz), GPS / GLONASS / Beidou, IrDA, NFC. FM radio is not.

From the point of view of the speed of work to the smartphone there are no complaints even at the start of sales - any applications run quickly and work as needed, whether Gmail or modern games. Manager running applications It can show only 500-700 MB of free RAM, but pay attention to this should not be - the performance of the platform compensates for the ideal optimization by the company's programmers. In memory normally "hanging" dozen running programsWhat provides a proper level of speed for comfortable everyday use.

From the point of view of the quality of speakers or play music in headphones there are no complaints. The speaker located on the lower end is characterized by a good volume of volume, calls and notifications are heard in most situations. Sound is clean, ringing. The conversational speaker retains the recognition of the votes of the interlocutors, there are no problems with the volume. Sound in headphones is clean and detailed, there is a small volume of volume - in this regard, the smartphone is similar to the rest of the devices on Qualcomm top chipsets.

The MI5S Plus is installed a non-removable battery with a capacity of 3800 mAh, a quick charging support for Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 is announced. In the PC MARK dough, the smartphone showed the result of eight and a half hours - predicted numbers taking into account the platform, battery capacity, diagonal display and its permission. They mean that in the usual daily use, users will be able to calculate approximately 6 hours of active screen and a day and a half work.

I enjoyed a smartphone in a more intense, relatively familiar mode. To the standard set of social networks And the synchronization of two google accounts was added to work only in 3G and 4G networks ("holey" coating), the permanent operation of the access point for distributing the Internet to two smartphones, the use of cameras and navigation. In this battery charge mode, it was enough for about 12 hours of operation, the active screen time reached 4 hours 30 minutes. It can be concluded that with a lower load, autonomy will correspond to the expected.

Cameras

One of the most interesting and promising features of MI5S Plus is the functionality of the chambers. The smartphone has two modules with a resolution of 13 megapixel with Lights F / 2.0. They work according to the principle similar to C - one module ordinary, second monochrome. On the second chambers are assigned, in general, similar functions - to make a photo better due to the receipt of more information about the illumination of the scene. But the work algorithm is noticeably different from the same Huawei P9.

When you just run the application, only the main module works. The second can be used or for shooting black and white photos through a special "mono" or activate the "stereo" mode (pictogram in the form of aperture petals on the viewfinder screen) to obtain better color photos by combining information from two sensors.

At the time of testing, we did not find a cardinal gain as the photos from the presence of two cameras. When shooting on one module, the machine quickly focuses and takes a picture. Photos are good quality, with normal details. Shooting in a room with poor lighting or at night while there are difficult tasks for MI5S Plus. The smartphone begins to focus indecently, part of the frames are woven. We hope that future updates will improve the situation.

Photos taken in automatic mode

Shooting in black and white allows you to get contrasting pictures with a wider dynamic range.

The activation of the stereo mode is minimally affected by the result, but each frame is done no second or less, and 3-4 and at the time of shooting the application freezes. Below are the pictures made in different modes - you can independently try to find a fundamental difference between ordinary photos and "stereo", we did not notice. Perhaps future updates somehow change the situation, but as long as the presence of two cameras in the smartphone looks like a dubious advantage compared to the flagships of A-brands, which remove noticeably better in the room and at night (possessing one chamber).

Comparison of different shooting modes (automatic - stereo - mono)

As a front module in the smartphone, a sensor is used by a resolution of 4 MP with an increased pixel size. Despite a small resolution, the camera makes good selfie.

Software platform, firmware

Test smartphone worked under MIUI 8 based on Android 6.0.1. We got the already splashing device with an unlocked loader and the installed MIUI 8 6.11.3 assembly from the Xiaomi.eu command, which includes normal localization and Google services. During the testing for the smartphone, the "global" version of MIUI appeared for the smartphone, so the future owners do not have to spend a lot of time on the preparation of the device for use - you may need to flash after purchase, but then they will be able to count on automatic updates and support from the manufacturer.

Naturally, in the test firmware there was a couple of glitches - the device displayed an overestimated signal level mobile network, not always worked correctly automatic adjustment Brightness, in some applications, where the screen remains almost always turned on, it automatically GAS through the time set in the settings. The camera can shoot in RAW (.dng), but so far such files have a modest resolution in 3MP. Such problems are characterized by novelties of Xiaomi, but they are relatively quickly corrected.

You can learn about the possibilities and features of MIUI 8 from. If you just like a good set of characteristics of MI5S Plus, then you can wait for the appearance of popular third-party firmware, because the "iron" in the device is common.

Site rating

Pros: The usual mi note shape of the hull and normal ergonomics; Production platform; Quality display and speakers; set of characteristics; two SIM; Corps assembly and materials

Minuses: Traditional dampness on the start of sales and non-obvious advantages on the presence of two cameras; Design will not like everyone; No memory card slot

Output: Any smartphone Xiaomi. With a screen diagonal more than 5.5 inches perceived experimental. It is relevant for MI MIX, and for MI Note at one time, and for MI5S Plus. In the latter, the company tried to create a device with advanced photographic abilities, but as long as the result does not look convincing, as if Xiaomi once again first gathered all the iron into a bunch, it somehow earned, and bring everything to the development of everything during the sales process. This applies primarily for cameras. Otherwise, we have a fairly good apparatus, which will be interesting to all fans of large smartphones. From the point of view of equipment, Xiaomi has long learned to offer good equipment for reasonable money and even in the case of a purchase in Ukrainian stores, the device will turn out to be such.

Xiaomi Mi5s Plus - flagship smartphone With a massive display and advanced iron, the device also got a progressive double chamber. This device It was presented in September 2016.

Appearance and Ergonomics

All-metal case of Siaomi 5C plus causes exceptionally positive emotions. It looks rich and stylish, and high-quality aluminum nicely shrouded hands. Due to the special processing of the housing, the smartphone does not try to slip out of the palm at any time. Moreover, the edges of the back panel are essentially rounded, which further improves ergonomics. The preside is the print scanner. On the perimeter of the case, a metal chrome-plated frame is visible, which makes the device very attractive.

Thanks to the USB Type-C connector, there will be no problems with the charger connection. Under the metal hid battery with 3800 mAh. But under the screen there are three navigation buttons that are sensory. At the same time, the display itself occupies almost the entire front part, and there is almost no black frame around it. Available colors: Golden, Silver, Rose Gold and Gray. Dimensions: height - 154.6 mm, thickness - 7.95 mm, width - 77.7 mm, weight - 168

Display

MI 5S Plus is equipped with a 5.7-inch screen with Full HD resolution. IPS matrix supports up to ten simultaneous touches. The highest contrast is complemented by an extended brightness level. From above, the display is covered with 2,5d-glass, which not only looks great, but also performs protective functions. With the help of oleophobic coating, the prints do not remain, and the viewing angles are maximum. The image on this screen is highlighted by alive and saturated colors.

High-quality anti-reflective coating allows you to use the device even on the street in sunny weather. The brightness level varies automatically due to the illumination sensor that functions correctly. The display setting makes it possible to experiment with the color scheme, including reading mode, adjusting the contrast and flower temperature.

Iron and productivity

Mi 5s plus installed operating system Android 6.0 together with the MIUI shell 8. Here is a high-performance SNAPDRAGON 821 processor with a frequency of 2350 MHz and four cores. Adreno 530 is an accelerator of graphics, perfectly performing its work. As the smartphone comes in two different versions, it happens with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of RAM, or with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB RAM. Two-channel rAM LPDDR4 functions at a frequency of 1866 MHz. At the same time, there is no support for the extension of the built-in storage.

So, in the Antutu test, the Xiaomi Mi 5S Plus smartphone is gaining more than 155,000 points, which is one of the best indicators. Therefore, there are no problems with speed. With the games things are in the best way, because they all start with magnificent graphics and high frequency Change frames.

Communication and sound

On the lower end of the phone Siaomi M5s plus, thoughtfully settled the multimedia speaker, which gives a high-quality and loud sound. It remains clean even on the marginal volume. The interlocutor is heard perfectly, and the user's voice is transmitted without unnecessary distortion. There is support for NFC and two SIM cards, there is also an IR port. Of course, the device works in LTE networks.

Camera

A special place in the MI5S Plus occupies a double chamber, each module of which is 13 megapixel. We are talking about Sony IXM258 Exmor RS sensors with a luminosity of 2.0. Pixels capture quite a lot of light, and the phase autofocus makes it possible to take pictures in a few minutes. It is a pity that the optical stabilization of the place here was not found here, although this system was present in the predecessor. But here there is a powerful two-color flash, which is necessarily useful at night. Very helps AUTO HDR mode, "pulling" especially complex photos.

There is a basic and optional settings menu where you can adjust the most important shooting parameters. Especially high-quality pictures are obtained in good weather, but at night the camera works quickly and clearly. As for the video, it is possible to write videos in the 4K resolution. Ready to please the wonderful autoports and frontal 4 megapixel camera with very large pixels and a wide-angle lens.

conclusions

Smartphone 5C Plus is represented by a true flagship, and at a very modest price - 20-22 thousand rubles. For this value, the device has very few real competitors. This model It is distinguished by the presence of a larger display, high-quality body, a very powerful filling and a double camera.

Pros:

• Very productive smartphone.
• High-quality double camera.
• Fast charging and powerful battery.
• Excellent speaker sound.
• Big and colorful display.

Minuses:

• Sometimes there are problems with the sensor.
• Periodically, navigation can be lost.

Specifications Xiaomi Mi5s Plus

General characteristics
Model	Xiaomi Mi5s Plus.
Date of Announcement and Start Sales	september 2016 / October 2016
Dimensions (DXshx)	154.6 x 77.7 x 8 mm.
Weight	168
Available colors	silver, Gray, Golden, Pink Golden
Operating system	Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) with the ability to upgrade to 7.0 (Nougat) + MIUI 8
Communication
Number and type of SIM cards	two, Nano-Sim, Dual Stand-by
Communication Standard in 2G networks	GSM 850 / 900/1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 CDMA 800.
Communication Standard in 3G networks	HSDPA 850/900/1900/2100 CDMA2000 1xEV-Do
Communication Standard in 4G networks	LTE Band 1 (2100), 3 (1800), 5 (850), 7 (2600), 38 (2600), 39 (1900), 40 (2300), 41 (2500)
Compatibility with communication operators	MTS, Beeline, MegaFon, Tele2, Yota
Data transfer
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 802.11 A / B / G / N / AC, DUAL-BAND, Wi-Fi Direct, Dlna, HotSpot
Bluetooth	4.2, A2DP, LE
GPS.	a-GPS, GLONASS, BDS
NFC.	there is
Infrared port	there is
Platform
CPU	quad-core Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 Quad-Core (2 × 2.35 GHz Kryo & 2 × 2.2 GHz Kryo)
Graphic processor	Adreno 530.
Inner memory	64/128 GB.
RAM	4/6 GB.
Ports and connectors
USB	TYPE-C 1.0 Reversible Connector
3.5mm jack	there is
Memory Card Slot	not
Display
Display Type	IPS LCD Capacitive, 16m Flowers
Screen size	5.7 inches (~ 74.6% facial surface of the device)
Display protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 4
Camera
Main camera	double 13 MP (F / 2.0, 1/3 ", 1.12 μm), Autofocus, Dual-LED (Dual Tone) Flash
Functional of the main chamber	Geo-Tagging, Touch Focus, Face Detection, HDR, Panorama
Record video	[Email Protected], [Email Protected]
Front-camera	4 MP (F / 2.0, 1/3 ", 2 μm), 1080p
Sensors and sensors
Light	there is
Approximation	there is
Gyroscope	there is
Compass	there is
Hall.	not
Accelerometer	there is
Barometer	there is
Fingerprint scanner	there is
Battery
Battery Type and Capacity	Li-PO 3800 Mah
Battery mount	non-removable
Equipment
Standard kit	MI5S Plus: 1 USB cable: 1 Clip for extracting SIM tray: 1 User Manual: 1 Warranty card: 1 Charger: 1

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