Xiaomi Mi 5c goes on sale today. This is the first phone ever to feature Xiaomi’s own chipset, the Surge S1. Check out the specs and price right here!

Xiaomi Mi 5c: First Phone to Feature Xiaomi’s Own Chipset

Xiaomi unveiled the Mi 5c a few days ago as the third installment in the Mi 5 range. However, this is the first phone ever to feature Xiaomi’s self developed chipset, the Surge S1. By using their own processor, Xiaomi will have more control over their devices, especially in the optimization aspect. This could also help Xiaomi to save more money in the long run when compared to using Mediatek or Qualcomm processors.

Xiaomi Mi 5c will go on sale today in China. But this model can still be purchased by international buyers. In case you miss the sale, check back with your local retailers in a few days to see if they get any from the sale. And if you’re wondering whether to buy the Mi 5c or not, here are some specs to help you decide. The phone boasts a 5.15″ FHD display, with a Xiaomi Surge S1 octa-core (4 x 2.2GHz + 4 x 1.4GHz) under the hood. It also comes with 3GB RAM and 64GB of non-expandable storage.

As for Xiaomi Mi 5c cameras, there’s a 12MP f/2.2 shooter on the back and an 8MP f/2.2 snapper on the front. The phone is powered by a non-removable 2860mAh battery, which should be enough for daily usage. It runs on Android 7.1 with MIUI 8.

Xiaomi Mi 5c Goes On Sale: Price

This is the moment you’ve been waiting for. The phone is available in Black, Gold and Rose Gold color options. Xiaomi list the Mi 5c at 1499 Yuan in China, which is around $217 ~ RM. 968. This is a pretty good price for the specs. However, if you don’t live in China and can’t buy the phone yourself, prepare to pay a little extra to get one from your local retailers.