Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 remains a popular smartphone even 6 years after its release — its reliability and low price make the model popular in the secondary market. But the most vulnerable place in this device is the display. Falling from a height, hitting or even pressing hard can lead to cracks, broken pixels or complete failure of the touchscreen. If you encounter this problem, the first thing that worries is how much it will cost to replace the screen and where to make it.
In this article, we will look at the real price of a Redmi Note 5 display replacement in 2026, from Xiaomi’s official services to private workshops, the pros and cons of each option, how to distinguish the original screen from a fake, what pitfalls await when you repair yourself, and when replacing the display may be cheaper than buying a new phone, and collected data from Moscow, St. Petersburg, regions and online services so you can compare and choose the best option.
Xiaomi official service: prices and guarantees
Replacing the display at Xiaomi’s authorized service center is the most reliable, but also the most expensive option. Here you are guaranteed to get the original module (or its counterpart, certified by the manufacturer), give a warranty of 3 to 12 months and conduct diagnostics for hidden damage. However, the prices bite: in 2026, for replacing the screen with the Redmi Note 5 (model M1803E7SG or M1803E7SH), they ask from 8,500 to 12,000 rubles depending on the region.
What's included in the price?
- 🔧 Display module (touchscreen) + matrix) — main expenditure item (60-70% price).
- 🔍 Diagnostics before repair (usually free if you agree to a repair).
- 🛠️ Work of the master (1 500-2 500 rubles).
- 📋 Warranty card (from 3 months, sometimes up to a year).
Xiaomi Russia has an interactive map with addresses. Please note that in some cities (for example, in Yekaterinburg or Novosibirsk) prices can be 10-15% lower than in Moscow or St. Petersburg - this is due to logistics and rental of premises.
⚠️ Note: In official services often offer not the original display, but OEM-It's not a fake, but the quality may vary slightly. Ask the wizard what module they're going to put in!
Private workshops: where cheaper and risks
If the official service bites, many turn to independent workshops, where the price of replacing the Redmi Note 5 screen starts from 4,500 rubles (in the regions) and reaches 7 000 rubles (in the capitals), the difference is 2-3 times compared to the official centers is explained simply:
- 💰 Use non-original displays (Chinese copies or used modules).
- 🏢 Below are rental costs (many workshops work "at home" or in small spaces).
- 📉 No markup for the brand (like official partners Xiaomi).
Where to find proven workshops?
- 🔍 Yandex.Services and YouDo – there are ratings and reviews.
- 📱 Groups in VK/Facebook "Phone repairs [your city]».
- 🛒 Billboards (Avito, Yula) - but here it is highly likely to run into "garage" masters.
However, the savings have the downside:
- ❌ There is no guarantee (or it is symbolic — 1-2 weekdays).
- ❌ The risk of getting a low-cost copy of a screen with poor color reproduction or non-functioning autobrightness.
- ❌ There may be problems with Face Unlock or light sensor (if the wizard has improperly connected the plumes).
⚠️ In 2023, cases when in private workshops installed displays from the Redmi Note 5 Pro (model) M1803E7SG It's compatible, but there's some nuances to the color calibration!
Prices for self-replacement displays
If you are confident in your abilities, you can buy a display and replace it yourself. The cost of the module varies from 2,500 to 6000 rubles depending on the type:
| Type of display | Price (rupe) | Where to buy | Pros/minuses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Original (OEM) | 5 000–6 000 | AliExpress (official sellers), eBay | ✅ Full compatibility❌ Expensive, long wait for delivery |
| Copy (High Copy) | 3 000–4 000 | AliExpress, local parts stores | ✅ Acceptable quality❌ Maybe worse color reproduction. |
| Low Copy (cheap fake) | 2 500–3 500 | AliExpress (unverified sellers), Avito | ✅ Cheap.❌ Poor sensitivity, broken pixels |
| B/w (from disassembly) | 2 000–3 500 | Avito, Telegram channels of spare parts | ✅ Cheap.❌ Risk of hidden defects |
Where to buy it?
- 🌍 AliExpress is the biggest choice, but shipping 2-4 Look for rated sellers. 98%+ and reviews in Russian.
- 🏬 Local stores (for example, Chip and Deep, Mobile Parts) – faster, but more expensive.
- 📱 Telegram channels like “Xiaomi parts” – there are often discounts, but check reviews.
Check compatibility with your modification (M1803E7SG or M1803E7SH)
Check if the tape and screwdriver are complete
Ask the seller if the Always On Display feature is supported (if needed)
Note the production date (older displays may have burnt-out pixels)-->
Cost of work: how much is charged for replacement
If you don't want to tinker with the repair yourself, but you bought the display separately, you can give it to the master only for installation.
- 🏙️ Moscow, St. Petersburg: 1,500–2,500 rubles.
- 🏘️ Regions (millions): 1000-1 800 rubles.
- 🏡 Small towns: 800-1 500 rubles (but it is more difficult to find a qualified master).
What affects the price of work?
- 🔧 Difficulty repair: Redmi Note 5 display glued, not mounted on latches – this complicates the process.
- 🛠️ Additional Services: Replacement of duct tape (+200-300 rubles.), cleaning from dust (+100-200 rubles.).
- ⚡ Urgent: "Express repair" for 1 hourly 30-50% more.
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Before you put your phone back up for repair, back up your data via Settings → Additional → Backup. When you change the display, you sometimes reset or damage your memory.
Self-replacement: step-by-step instructions and pitfalls
If you decide to change the display yourself, here is a short algorithm (see YouTube or 4PDA for full photo instructions):
- Turn off the phone and remove it. SIM-map.
- Heat the edges of the screen with a hair dryer (temperature 60-70°C) to soften the glue.
- Carefully tuck the display with a plastic spatula, starting at the bottom edge.
- Disconnect the battery and display plumes (photos are required!).
- Install a new module, connect the plumes and check the operability.
- Apply a new glue (or double-sided scotch) and press the screen.
What tools will you need?
- 🔨 Set of screwdrivers (cross, flat, five-pointed for Xiaomi).
- 🔥 Dryer or thermo-air station (can be replaced by a heating pad).
- 📏 Plastic shoulder blades and suction cups for screen removal.
- 🧴 Clay. B-7000 double-scotch 3M.
The main risks of self-replacement:
- ⚡ Damage to battery plume - phone will stop turning on.
- 🔋 Rupture of flexible display cable – the screen will not work even after replacement.
- 📱 Dust falling under the matrix – there will be black dots or divorces.
What if the touchscreen does not work after replacement?
When Replacing the Display Is Not Suitable: Alternative Options
Sometimes repairing the Redmi Note 5 can be more expensive than buying a new phone.
- 💸 Cost of repair > 50 percent of the price of the phone. In 2026, the Redmi Note 5 in good condition costs 6,000 to 8,000 rubles.+ — It may be more profitable to buy a new machine.
- 🔋 Battery or motherboard problems: If there are other malfunctions besides the screen, repairs can cost a penny».
- 📱 The model is morally outdated.Redmi Note 5 It's running on Snapdragon. 636 has everything 3/4 GB RAM - for modern applications this is not enough.
Alternative solutions:
- 🔄 Sell it for parts. Even with a broken screen, you can sell it for a profit (motherboard, camera, battery are valuable).
- 📱 Buy a used Redmi Note 8/9. These models are cheaper than new, but more powerful Note 5.
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Before you agree to a repair, consider the repair/phone price ratio, and if it exceeds 60-70%, consider buying a new phone.
How to save on the replacement of the display: life hacks
If you’re determined to repair the Redmi Note 5, here are a few ways to reduce costs:
- 🛒 Look for stocks. Official services sometimes give discounts. 10-20% (For example, by promotional code with Xiaomi Community).
- 🤝 Some shops accept old phones as a payment for repairs.
- 📦 Buy a display in bulk. If you have friends with the same problem, it's cheaper to order multiple screens on AliExpress.
- 🔧 Use used parts. Avito often sell disassembly displays for 2,000-3,000 rubles (check the status!).
Another way to save money is to do self-diagnosis, and before you bring your phone to the service, check:
- Does the vibrator call work (if so, the problem is exactly in the screen)
- Does the charging indicator burn when connecting the cable (if not, there may be problems with the board).
- Does the phone react to a PC connection (if defined as Qualcomm 9008, the firmware is likely to have crashed).
If you are sure that the problem is only in the display, feel free to go to the workshop. If there are additional symptoms, first clarify the diagnosis so as not to pay for unnecessary repairs.