Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI Dual Camera vs Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2)
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI Dual Camera
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Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2)
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI Dual Camera
Faster charging
Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI Dual Camera
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI Dual Camera
Lighter body
Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2)
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI Dual Camera | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 5.99 | 5.99 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 2160 | 1440 |
| Resolution Width | 1080 | 720 |
| PPI | 403 | 269 |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version) | — |
| Screen-to-body | 77.4 | 74.5 |
Platform
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI Dual Camera | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.6 GHz Kryo 260 Silver) | Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Adreno 509 | Adreno 506 |
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 636 | Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 |
| Process (nm) | 14 | 14 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| UI Skin | MIUI 9 | MIUI 12 |
| OS Version | 8.0 | 8.1 |
Memory
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI Dual Camera | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Variants | 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM | 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI Dual Camera | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS) |
| Features | Dual-LED flash, panorama, HDR | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Count | 2 | 2 |
| Depth | 5 MP, f/2, (depth) | 5 MP, f/2.4, (depth) |
| Lens | 12 MP, f/1.9 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI Dual Camera | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash | HDR, LED flash |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 13 MP, f/2, (wide) | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI Dual Camera | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 4000 | 3080 |
| Chemistry | Li-Po | Li-Po |
| Wired Charging (W) | 18 | 10 |
Body
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI Dual Camera | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass), aluminum back, aluminum frame | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 158.6 | 160.7 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.1 | 8.1 |
| Weight (g) | 181 | 170 |
| Width (mm) | 75.4 | 77.3 |
Launch
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI Dual Camera | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2018, March. Released 2018, March | 2018, May. Released 2018, May |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI Dual Camera | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 1900, 2100 | HSDPA 850, 900, 1900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - China | 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 38, 40 - Global |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, LTE | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI Dual Camera | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 4.2 |
| infrared port | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | No | No |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS | — |
| Radio | FM radio | FM radio |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 4 |
Sound
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI Dual Camera | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI Dual Camera | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI Dual Camera and Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI Dual Camera packs a 4000 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
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