Xiaomi has told everyone about their new phone, the Civi 5 Pro, and it’s coming out later this month. The company shared this news through their official pages, and some big people from Xiaomi gave more details too. They haven’t picked the exact day yet, but many think it could be May 22. This phone is made to go up against Apple’s iPhone, giving people a similar feel when they use it. We’re happy to hear about a phone that wants to be just as good as the iPhone but still looks and works in Xiaomi’s own way.
The Civi 5 Pro belongs to Xiaomi’s Civi group of phones, which used to be about looking nice and being popular. Now, Lu Weibing, the head of Xiaomi’s phone team, says these phones are getting better at everything, not just style. They call the Civi 5 Pro “Little 15” inside the company, which sounds like it’s small but strong. We find it neat that Xiaomi is working hard to make a phone that can stand next to the iPhone and feel just as special.
Design and Colors
The Civi 5 Pro has a thin and light body that makes it easy to hold. Xiaomi gave it the name “Little 15,” which tells us it’s not big or heavy, but still powerful. The design is smooth and pretty, something Xiaomi is good at doing with their phones. You can get it in four colors: purple, beige, white, and black. Purple looks bright and fun, beige is soft and quiet, white feels fresh, and black stays simple and strong. We like that Xiaomi gives people different colors to match what they enjoy.
This phone is built to feel like using an iPhone, with a nice touch and fast actions. Even so, it keeps Xiaomi’s special look, not copying anyone else. The back has a round spot where the cameras sit, making it stand out in a cool way. The Civi 5 Pro mixes a light feel with a fancy style, and we’re glad to see it try to be both useful and good-looking at the same time.
Camera System
The Civi 5 Pro comes with cameras made with Leica, a company known for great pictures. They call it the Leica Pure Optics system, and it sits in a round part on the phone’s back. There’s a main camera with a big f/1.63 opening that lets in lots of light so photos stay clear. Another camera is an ultra-wide lens with f/2.2 and 15mm, perfect for taking wide shots like mountains or groups of people. The third one is a 50-megapixel telephoto with 60mm that zooms in on things far away. We think these cameras sound exciting for taking all kinds of pictures.
On the front, the Civi 5 Pro has a 50-megapixel camera for selfies. That’s a big number, so your face will show up sharp and full of detail when you snap a photo. Xiaomi worked with Leica to make sure all the cameras, front and back, take really good shots. We’re amazed that they put so much effort into the cameras, showing the Civi 5 Pro is serious about helping people who love photography.
Performance
Inside the Civi 5 Pro, there’s a fast chip called Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 that runs everything smoothly. This phone also has 16 GB of RAM, which means it can keep many apps open without getting slow. It uses Android 15, the newest kind of Android, so you get fresh tools and safe ways to use the phone. People saw this setup on Geekbench, a place that tests how quick phones are, and it proved the Civi 5 Pro has strong power. We’re pleased to see such fast parts in this phone.
With this chip and RAM, the Civi 5 Pro can handle games, videos, and work tasks without trouble. Xiaomi picked these pieces to make sure the phone keeps up with what people need every day. It’s built to move fast and not let you down, even when you’re doing a lot at once. We think it’s great that the Civi 5 Pro has the latest Android and strong insides to take on big jobs like the iPhone does.
Battery and Charging
The Civi 5 Pro has a battery bigger than 6,000mAh, which gives it a lot of energy to keep going. With that much power, you can use the phone all day for calls, messages, or watching things without it dying. Big batteries like this mean you don’t have to plug it in too often, which is handy for busy days. The phone’s energy lasts long because Xiaomi made it to stay strong for hours. We enjoy knowing the Civi 5 Pro can stick with you from morning to night.
When the battery gets low, the Civi 5 Pro charges fast with 67W power. That speed means it fills up quickly, so you don’t wait long to use it again. Xiaomi added this fast charging from its 3C listing, showing they care about people who move fast in life. You can get back to using the phone in a short time, which keeps things easy. We’re cheerful about a battery that lasts and charges up without making you wait too much.
Display
The Civi 5 Pro has a 6.55-inch screen made with OLED, which shows colors that pop and look alive. This screen curves on all four sides, giving it a smooth, new feel when you hold it. The 1.5K resolution keeps everything sharp, so pictures, games, and words all look clean and bright. A screen this size is nice for watching shows or playing, not too small or too big. We think this display will make the phone fun to look at every day.
The curved edges of the OLED screen also make the Civi 5 Pro comfy in your hand, with no rough sides. Xiaomi picked this design to give clear visuals that catch your eye, whether you’re scrolling or staring at something. The bright colors and sharp details come from the 1.5K setup, making every view stand out. We’re thrilled that the Civi 5 Pro has a screen that looks so good and feels so smooth to use.
Launch and Pricing
Xiaomi says the Civi 5 Pro will launch this month, and some guess it might be May 22, though they haven’t locked it in. That’s soon, so people won’t wait long to see it in stores or online. There’s a chance it could be called the Xiaomi 15 Civi in India, which means Xiaomi might switch the name for that country. It’s fun to think about how they plan different things for different places. We’re curious about when it will land and what name it will have.
In China, the Civi 5 Pro is set to cost around 3,000 Yuan, which turns into about $415. That price makes it sit well against other big phones out there. With all its cameras, power, and screen, it aims to pull in people who want a lot for less money. Xiaomi keeps the cost fair for what the phone can do, matching up with the iPhone’s level. We’re eager to watch how people take to the Civi 5 Pro when it’s out.
