Replacement of the display on Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus: a detailed guide with photos and tips

Cracked or broken screen on Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus is a problem that many owners of this smartphone face through the 3-5 years of service, model produced in 2018 It is still popular due to its balanced characteristics: 5.99-full-inch HD+ display, Snapdragon processor 625 battery 4000 However, over time, the matrix may fail due to falls, factory defects or wear of plumes.

Replacing the display by itself is 3-5 It's cheaper than repairing a service center, but it requires care and proper preparation, and in this article you'll find step-by-step photo instructions, tips for choosing parts, and tips on how to avoid typical disassembly mistakes. We have taken into account all the nuances of a particular model – from disconnecting the battery to calibrating the new sensor after installation.

If you've never repaired a smartphone, don't worry: the Redmi 5 Plus is one of the most "friendly" self-repair models, and there are no complicated latches, and the display module is mounted on double-sided tape, which makes it easier to dismantle, the main thing is to follow the instructions and take your time.

1. Fault Diagnostics: When is a Display Replacement Needed?

Before you order a new module, make sure that the problem is in the display.

• 🔹 Cracks or broken glass – even if the matrix works, shrapnel can damage hands or internal components.
• 🔹 Artifacts on the screen: vertical/horizontal bands, flickering, broken pixels that do not disappear after rebooting.
• 🔹 Black screen when the device is working (sounds, vibration, backlights are, but no images).
• 🔹 The sensor does not work (or responds only to a part of the touches) - often the fault of the departed plume or damaged matrix.

If the screen flickers when you press the glass, the problem may be the detachment of the plume - try to reconnect it first (we will talk about this in the section about disassembly). If the display appears stains or stains, this may indicate damage to the matrix or getting liquid under the screen.

The Redmi 5 Plus is known for one feature: sometimes, when you fall, not only the display plume, but also the battery connector departs. If the phone does not turn on at all after the impact, first check whether the battery plug has moved away (section 3).

⚠️ Attention: If the screen responds to touch, but the image is distorted (for example, the image floats), the graphics chip in the processor may be to blame.

2. Selection of display module: original vs. copy

There are three types of screens available for the Redmi 5 Plus:

1. Original (OEM) — The quality is ideal, but the price is high (from 3,500-5,000 rubles.).
2. Premium copies - produced in the same factories as the originals but without the Xiaomi logo. OEM, price of 1800-2500 rubles..
3. Budget copies are cheap matrixes with the worst color reproduction and sensor sensitivity (from 1200 rubles.). Often have problems with autobrightness and color calibration.

We recommend you to choose premium copies from trusted sellers (for example, on AliExpress, look for stores with a rating above 98% and reviews with photos).

• 📌 Type of matrix: should be IPS LCD permittingly 2160×1080 (Full HD+).
• 📌 Availability of frames: the original module comes with a black frame glued, copies are often sold without it.
• 📌 Trail in the kit: check whether the set is a new touch plume (if the old damaged).
• 📌 Compatibility with firmware: some cheap screens do not work properly with the MIUI 12+.

Critically, the Redmi 5 Plus module combines the display and sensor plume into one connector (unlike the Redmi Note 5, where they are separate).

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Before buying, ask the seller to send a photo of the module from the back - the original must be marked with Tianma or BOE (Matrix manufacturers for Xiaomi).

3. Necessary tools: what to prepare in advance

To replace the display on the Redmi 5 Plus, you will need:

• 🔧 Plastic blades (2-3 pieces) - to separate the screen from the body.
• 🔧 Screwdriver cross (PH00) — back-cover.
• 🔧 Tweezers - for working with plumes.
• 🔧 Dryer or thermo-air station - for softening the glue (temperature 60-80)°C).
• 🔧 Screen suction cup – will help to smack the display after heating.
• 🔧 Double-sided tape or glue B-7000 — fixate.
• 🔧 Alcohol and napkins - to clean contacts.

Also prepare the workplace: a table with good lighting, an antistatic mat (or at least a piece of paper), and a cog container. Redmi 5 Plus has 12 screws of different lengths - it's easy to mix them up, so lay them out in order.

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⚠️ Warning: Do not use metal blades - they can damage the plumes or body. If there are no plastic ones at hand, wrap metal insulation with metal seals.

4. Step-by-step disassembly of Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus

Start with power cut and the rear cover removed:

1. Turn off the phone and wait for a complete shutdown (the vibration should stop when you turn off).
2. Heat the back cover around the perimeter for 1-2 minutes (do not direct the air flow to the camera or microphone!).
3. Tap the lid with a plastic spatula, starting at the bottom edge (near the connector). USB-C). Carefully drive the blade along the body, separating the latches.
4. Remove the lid and put it aside. Be careful, it's got a fingerprint scanner glued to it (on models with a sensor on the back).

Now disconnect the battery and plumes:

1. Unscrew 12 screws on a metal plate (use a screwdriver). PH00). The different lengths of the screws – remember where it was.
2. Remove the metal plate and put it down.
3. Disconnect the battery connector with tweezers (it is located at the bottom of the board, next to the USB-C port).
4. Plug off the display plume: gently tuck the black connector on the motherboard (it is fixed with a latch - lift it up).

Then we move on to the old screen:

1. Heat the front panel with a hair dryer (especially at the edges) for 2-3 minutes. The glue will become softer, and the display will separate more easily.
2. With a suction cup, raise the screen from the bottom edge (where the Home button is located). If there is no suction cup, use scotch.
3. Carefully separate the display with a plastic blade as you move around the perimeter. Don't pull too much -- there are plumes underneath the screen!
4. Completely remove the module and clean the frame of glue residues with alcohol.

5. Installation of a new display and assembly of the phone

Before installing the new module:

• 🔹 Check if the plume connector on the new screen matches the nests on the board.
• 🔹 Make sure there is no dust or glue residue on the frame (they can interfere with the tight fit).
• 🔹 If the new screen is frameless, move it from the old module (neatly unpaint and glue to the new one).

We then proceed in reverse order:

1. Connect the new display plume to the motherboard, make sure the connector is locked with a latch.
2. Check the performance: temporarily plug the battery and turn on the phone. If the screen catches fire and reacts to touch, it's okay. If not, reconnect the plume.
3. Apply the new glue: If you use double-sided tape, cut it out into the shape of the frame. If the glue is glue. B-7000, apply a thin layer around the perimeter.
4. Set the display starting at the top (where the front camera is located). Carefully press it around the edges.
5. Set the metal plate and twist all the screws (do not pull!).
6. Connect the battery and check the phone again before final assembly.
7. Set the back cover, starting with the latches near the volume buttons.

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After assembly, be sure to check the sensor's performance across the screen (for example, using the Touch Screen Test app). If there are dead zones, reconnect the plume or check if it is damaged.

⚠️ Attention: If the screen flickers or spontaneously changes brightness after replacement, the problem may be incompatibility of the matrix with the firmware. MIUI (for example, 12 to 11).

6. Calibration of the new screen and sensor setting

Even if the new display is working, there may be problems with:

• 🎨 Color rendering (too cold/warm tones).
• ☀️ Autobrightness (incorrectly reacts to lighting).
• 👆 Sensitivity of the sensor (missing touch or triggering spontaneously).

To set up, follow the following steps:

Calibration of flowers:

1. Go to Settings → Display → Color scheme.
2. Choose Standard (for natural colors) or Saturated (for bright colors).
3. If the colors still do not suit, install the Screen Balance app for fine-tuning.

Adjusting the auto-brightness:

1. Turn off autobrightness in Settings → Display.
2. Manually set a comfortable level of brightness.
3. Turn on the autobrightness back and check how the screen adapts to the lighting.

Sensor test:

1. Download the Touch Screen Test app from Google Play.
2. Run a reaction test throughout the screen.
3. If there are "dead zones", try to reconnect the plume or update the firmware.

7.Typical mistakes and how to avoid them

Experienced craftsmen and beginners often face the same problems when replacing the display with the Redmi 5 Plus. Here are the most common errors and ways to prevent them:

Another common problem is getting dust under the screen.

• 🧹 Work in a clean, well-lit room.
• 🧹 Before installing the new display, wipe the frame and glass with a lilaless napkin soaked in alcohol.
• 🧹 Do not touch the inside of the screen with your hands.

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If you have broken pixels after you've been replaced, return the screen to the seller, which is a factory defect. It shouldn't be on original and quality copies.

8. Alternative repair methods: when replacement is not needed

A cracked screen does not always require a full replacement, and in some cases, you can do with cheaper repairs:

Replacement of glass (if the matrix is intact):

If the display is only cracked, but the image and the sensor are working, you can only replace the glass.

• 🔧 Buy a protective glass with a glue layer (about 500-800 rubles.).
• 🔧 Carefully separate the broken glass from the matrix (it will require a hair dryer and patience).
• 🔧 Stick new glass, removing dust and bubbles.

⚠️ Cons: the process is laborious, and with careless separation, you can damage the matrix.

Repair of the plume:

If the screen flickers when you press it or if you have stripes, the problem may be that the plume is detached.

• 🔧 Disassemble the phone (as described in section 4).
• 🔧 Disconnect and reconnect the display plume.
• 🔧 Secure it with a drop of glue (for example, B-7000), to avoid re-exit.

Programmatic configuration:

If the screen is working but the colors are distorted or the sensor is not responsive, try:

• 🔧 Update the firmware to the latest version MIUI.
• 🔧 Reset the settings to factory (Settings) → System system → Resetting settings).
• 🔧 Install a custom core (e.g. Pixel Experience) if the driver problem.

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If you're not sure what's causing the malfunction, start with the simplest thing: reconnect the plumes and update the software. It's free and often solves the problem.

FAQ: Frequent questions about replacing the display