Redmi Note 5 (whyred) Official ROM

The Redmi Note 5 (codename: whyred) comes with two main firmware versions:

  • China ROM: Designed for the Chinese market, it supports only English and Chinese and does not include Google Services.
  • Global / EEA / India ROM: Made for international users, it supports multiple languages, includes Google Services, and removes Chinese apps. It can also be installed on the China version if the bootloader is unlocked.

Additionally, the device has Stable MIUI (for a stable experience) and Developer MIUI (for early access to new features).

For Fastboot ROM versions you can use Mi Flash to flash via EDL and Fastboot modes. Driver for Qualcomm and MTK CPU, Fastboot you can download at this link

Redmi Note 5 - Global Stable

All Version
  • Version: V12.0.2.0.PEIMIXM(Rolled back)
  • OS: MIUI 12
  • Android: 9.0
  • Changelog: Expand
    • Other
      • Optimized system performance
      • Improved system security and stability
Recovery ROM
File Name
LinkDownload | (Download to Mi Router)
Fastboot ROM
File Namewhyred_global_images_V12.0.2.0.PEIMIXM_20201224.0000.00_9.0_global_561698251e.tgz
LinkDownload | (Download to Mi Router)

Redmi Note 5 - Global Developer

All Version
  • Version: 9.6.27
  • OS: MIUI 10
  • Android: 9.0
  • Changelog: Expand
    • Other
      • Optimized system performance
      • Improved system security and stability
Recovery ROM
File Namemiui_HMNote5Global_9.6.27_12689d10c2_9.0.zip
LinkDownload | (Download to Mi Router) | Mirror 1 | (Download to Mi Router)
Fastboot ROM
File Namewhyred_global_images_9.6.27_20190627.0000.00_9.0_global_59fd8f22ee.tgz
LinkDownload | (Download to Mi Router)

Redmi Note 5 - China Stable

All Version
  • Version: V12.0.3.0.PEICNXM
  • OS: MIUI 12
  • Android: 9.0
  • Changelog: Expand
    • System
      • Optimization: Updated Android Security Patch to November 2020. Increased system security.
Recovery ROM
File Namemiui_HMNote5_V12.0.3.0.PEICNXM_5cb7befde7_9.0.zip
LinkDownload | (Download to Mi Router)
Fastboot ROM
File Namewhyred_images_V12.0.3.0.PEICNXM_20210509.0000.00_9.0_cn_59bb23dffc.tgz
LinkDownload | (Download to Mi Router)

Redmi Note 5 - China Developer

All Version
  • Version: 9.9.3
  • OS: MIUI 10
  • Android: 9.0
  • Changelog: Expand
    • Other
      • Optimized system performance
      • Improved system security and stability
Recovery ROM
File Namemiui_HMNote5_9.9.3_d6316ce86a_9.0.zip
LinkDownload | (Download to Mi Router) | Mirror 1 | (Download to Mi Router)
Fastboot ROM
File Name
Link

Redmi Note 5 - Russia Stable

All Version
  • Version: V11.0.1.0.PEIRUXM
  • OS: MIUI 11
  • Android: 9.0
  • Changelog: Expand
    • Comprehensive design optimized for full screen display devices
      • Removing visual clutter, improving touch controls, and refining the use of color allowed us to create the system where nothing stands between you and the content
    • Sounds of nature
      • Wake up to the gentle sounds of nature with our new alarm ringtones
      • Notification sounds won't make you tired. Now, they keep changing dynamically, just like nature does.
    • Mi Share
      • Transfer files from phone to phone at breakneck speeds
    • Documents
      • Preview your documents before you open them
      • Stay productive and efficient with our all-new Mi Doc Viewer
    • Printing
      • Print photos and files directly from your phone without installing any additional apps
    • More features
      • Tasks. Manage and edit your tasks in the Notes app. Receive timely notifications and mark things done.
      • Quick replies. Reply to messages from any app.
      • Game Turbo. Turn your device into an ultimate gaming console.
    • System
      • Optimization: Updated Android Security Patch to October 2019. Increased system security.
      • Stable MIUI based on Android Pie
Recovery ROM
File Namemiui_HMNote5RUGlobal_V11.0.1.0.PEIRUXM_d5db2891d8_9.0.zip
LinkDownload | (Download to Mi Router)
Fastboot ROM
File Namewhyred_ru_global_images_V11.0.1.0.PEIRUXM_20191023.0000.00_9.0_global_f4bbfbdf80.tgz
LinkDownload | (Download to Mi Router)
Latest Updates
Redmi Note 14 4G - OS1.0.3.0.UOGTWXM

(Taiwan Stable) - 2025-02-25 09:15:33

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(Global Stable) - 2025-02-25 09:15:31

Redmi 14C 5G - OS1.0.4.0.UGUINXM

(India Stable) - 2025-02-25 09:15:31

POCO M7 5G - OS1.0.4.0.UGUINXM

(India Stable) - 2025-02-25 09:15:29

Xiaomi Pad 7 - OS2.0.102.0.VOZCNXM

(China Stable) - 2025-02-25 09:15:27

Xiaomi 14T - OS2.0.3.0.VNEMIXM

(Global Stable) - 2025-02-25 09:15:25

Redmi 14R 5G - OS1.0.4.0.UGUINXM

(India Stable) - 2025-02-25 09:15:23

Redmi A3x - OS1.0.3.0.VGSMIXM

(Global Stable) - 2025-02-25 09:15:16

Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4 - OS2.0.100.0.VNXEUXM

(EEA Stable) - 2025-02-25 09:15:10