Meizu M3x
#4724
Sharp Aquos S3
#3925Category Breakdown
Meizu M3x
Sharp Aquos S3
Performance
66.769.9
Camera
19.119.1
Display
58.973.8
Battery
25.725.7
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
51.968.5
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
31.537.5
Summary
- The Meizu M3x features a 5.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, while the Sharp Aquos S3 has a slightly larger 6.0-inch IGZO IPS LCD with a resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels, offering a higher pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the M3x is powered by the Mediatek Helio P20 chipset, whereas the Aquos S3 utilizes the Qualcomm Snapdragon 630, both with octa-core CPUs but differing in architecture and efficiency.
- Both devices have a 12 MP rear camera, but the Aquos S3 benefits from a wider aperture (f/1.8) and additional features like dual pixel PDAF and optical zoom, enhancing its photography capabilities.
- Battery capacity is the same at 3200 mAh, but the M3x supports faster charging at 24W compared to the 18W of the Aquos S3.
- Software-wise, the M3x runs on Android 6 with Flyme 6, while the Aquos S3 operates on a more recent Android 8.0, providing a potentially more updated user experience.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Meizu M3x
Sharp Aquos S3
General
Release Date
2016
2018
Announced
2016
2018
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
5.5"
6"
Type
IPS LCD
IGZO IPS LCD
Resolution
1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~402 ppi density)
PPI
1080
1080
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6757 Helio P20 (16 nm)
Qualcomm SDM630 Snapdragon 630 (14 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)
Octa-core 2.2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
Mali-T880MP2
Adreno 508
Memory
32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
64GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera
12 MP, f/2.0, 1/2.9", 1.25µm, PDAF
12 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF13 MP, 2x optical zoom
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
5 MP, f/2.0, 1/4.0", 1.4µm
16 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
3200 mAh
3200 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 3200 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 3200 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
24W wired
18W wired, QC3
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
153.8 x 76 x 7.4 mm (6.06 x 2.99 x 0.29 in)
148.2 x 74.2 x 8 mm (5.83 x 2.92 x 0.31 in)
Weight
165 g
165.4 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Blue, Gold, Black, Silver
Black,Blue, Gold
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA, LTE
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.1, A2DP, LE
5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✓
USB
USB Type-C
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS
GPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 6 (Marshmallow), Flyme 6
Android 8.0 (Oreo)
Fingerprint
✓
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass