Overall Score
56.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#1615)56.5
Performance(#2763)74.4
Camera(#879)81.3
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#4064)26.6
Build(#186)93.0
Connectivity(#1856)67.6
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring Xiaomi Mi Note 3
Short Review
- The Xiaomi Mi Note 3 features a sleek design with a glass front and back, supported by an aluminum frame, measuring 152.6 x 74 x 7.6 mm and weighing 163g.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, delivering a pixel density of approximately 401 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 chipset, it includes an octa-core CPU and Adreno 512 GPU, ensuring smooth performance with options for 64GB or 128GB of storage paired with 6GB of RAM.
- The camera system consists of a dual 12 MP rear setup with optical image stabilization and 2x optical zoom, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while the 16 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- A 3500 mAh battery provides adequate power with 18W charging, but wireless charging is not available.
- The device runs on Android 7.1 Nougat, upgradable to Android 9, with MIUI 12 enhancing the user experience.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and USB Type-C.
- The absence of a headphone jack may be a drawback for some users.
- Stereo speakers enhance audio output, contributing to an overall solid multimedia experience.
- The Mi Note 3 is available in black and blue color options.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.2 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
GPUAdreno 512
Memory64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera12 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), PDAF, 4-axis OIS12 MP, f/2.6, 52mm (telephoto), AF, 2x optical zoom
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06" 1.0µm
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording4K@30fps, 720p@120fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3500 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC3
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions152.6 x 74 x 7.6 mm (6.01 x 2.91 x 0.30 in)
Weight163 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 4), glass back, aluminum frame
ColorsBlack, Blue
Foldable✗
SAR0.50 W/kg (head) 1.54 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 7.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9, MIUI 12
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer