8 Best Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro Alternatives To Buy In India In 2018

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Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 5 Pro (Long Term Review) was and continues to be one of the best available affordable options but there is no denying its scarcity. Xiaomi has now increased the prices of the base variant by Rs. 1000 and is trying to ramp up production locally to 1million units per month, but that wouldn’t happen overnight. Meanwhile, a few other OEMs have been trying to match up to its hardware prowess, if not aggressive price.

So, if you are tired of waiting for the Redmi Note 5 Pro or simply want to explore other non-Xiaomi options, here are your best Redmi Note 5 Pro alternatives that you can consider:

1. Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (Review) is the foremost Redmi Note 5 Pro challenger. It’s priced cheaper, has comparable specs, and also does a few key things differently.

To start with, the Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 is powered by Snapdragon 636 chipset paired with 3GB RAM/32GB storage and 4GB RAM/64GB storage. The handset further offers dedicated card slot, a massive 5000mAh battery and runs latest Android 8.1 Oreo-based near-stock Android software which should appeal more to enthusiasts. The dual rear cameras can match up to Redmi Note 5 Pro in terms of image and video quality, but the camera app is still work in progress.

2. Oppo Realme 1

To lock horns with Xiaomi on its own turf, Oppo has launched its online exclusive Realme 1 smartphone in India. The Amazon exclusive phone certainly packs hardware that is capable of challenging the Redmi Note 5 Pro.

The upcoming Oppo Realme 1 comes with a MediaTek Helio P60 chip coupled with up to 6GB RAM and 128GB storage. The phone comes with dedicated microSD card slot and also support dual active 4G VoLTE. With its disruptive price and interesting design the Redmi Note 5 and Note 5 Pro both face a serious threat from the Realme 1.

Also Read: Oppo Realme 1 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro – Which One Should You Buy?

3. Nokia 6 (2018)

HMD Global also recently announced 2018 edition of Nokia 6 in India. The new Nokia 6 eliminates some of the major shortcomings of the Nokia 7 (2017), and even though it still feels overpriced, it does serve as an alternative. Especially for people who’d rather buy from offline stores.

The Nokia 6 (2018) is part of Google Android One Project, which means it runs pure Android and shall get all upcoming version updates and security patches for the next couple of years. The chipset fueling the experience is Snapdragon 630 octa-core. The SoC is one rung below the SD 636 in Note 5 Pro but is still a competent option which should be more than enough for most users.

Other Nokia 6 (2018) highlight is its extremely tough build. The body has been carved from a single block of Aluminium and feels impressively premium. Of course, it should be hard to look past the missing 18:9 ratio display for many.

4. Moto G6

Lenovo has launched its glass body Moto G6 in India. The handset is a tad expensive for what it has to offer, but the 64GB storage/ 4GB RAM variant is good enough to serve as a Redmi Note 5 Pro alternative.

The Moto G6 has a glass body, Snapdragon 450 octa-core chipset, dual rear cameras, front fingerprint sensor, 18:9 display, and a 3000mAh battery with fast charging support.

5. Honor 9 Lite

The Honor 9 Lite (Review) isn’t quite in the same league as the Note 5 Pro, but there are still things that work in its favor. Or rather one thing. The Honor 9 Lite looks a lot better and its compact form factor ensures that it’s significantly more comfortable to handle.

The design is an aspect that can’t be overlooked as of today. The Note 5 Pro’s major shortcoming is its bulky and unpolished demeanor, and this is exactly the are where the Honor 9 Lite excels. Other than that, the phone is powered by Kirin 659, runs the latest Android Oreo-based software and has a decent set of cameras for its price.

6. Samsung Galaxy On Max

This isn’t a zone where Samsung competes aggressively, but some people still prefer Samsung branding and the best in class after sales support associated with the brand. For such users, the Samsung Galaxy On Max should be an option worth considering.

The handset weighs the same as Redmi Note 5 Pro and houses a massive 5.7-inch Full HD display. It’s powered by Helio P20 octa-core chipset paired with 4GB RAM and has a long-lasting 3300mAh battery.

7. Samsung Galaxy J6

Samsung Galaxy J6 (Review) can’t match up to the Redmi Note 5 Pro in terms of hardware or performance but it does have a few unique advantages.

If you have been shying away from Redmi Note 5 Pro because of its sheer size and bulk, the J6 is one light, compact, and attractive alternative. It also has an AMOLED screen and is favored by tier-1 branding.

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8. Xiaomi Mi A2

While Xiaomi Mi A1 is a bit dated as of today, it will soon be replaced by another stock-Android option from Xiaomi, the much awaited Mi A2.

Going by the natural order of things, the Mi A2 shall be an Indian variant of the Snapdragon 660 powered Mi 6X that recently went official in China. Mi A2 is expected to include a 3010mAh battery and run Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box.

8 Latest Redmi Note 5 Pro Alternatives To Buy In India in 2018

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro has had an unchallenged run for the last two months but not many consumers have been able to buy it. Xiaomi is trying to resolve the scarcity and has even increased prices of the base variant in order to sustainably ramp up production, but we don’t see the equation changing anytime soon.

Meanwhile, other OEMs are trying to bring interesting options in and around the same budget.

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Deepak SinghDeepak Singh
Deepak has more than 8 years of experience in covering technology for several eminent publications in India. He currently leads an enthusiastic team of young writers at Smartprix and tries to uphold the highest quality standards.

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