Xiaomi Redmi 3s
#3990
Xiaomi Redmi Y1 (Note 5A)
#3878Category Breakdown
Xiaomi Redmi 3s
Xiaomi Redmi Y1 (Note 5A)
Performance
56.160.6
Camera
19.119.1
Display
56.556.5
Battery
29.325.3
Build
94.488.9
Connectivity
45.346.7
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
37.037.8
Summary
- The Xiaomi Redmi 3s features a compact build with an aluminum back and frame, weighing 144g, while the Xiaomi Redmi Y1 (Note 5A) has a larger, plastic back design, weighing 153g.
- The Redmi 3s has a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, whereas the Y1 offers a 5.5-inch IPS LCD with the same resolution but lower pixel density at ~267 ppi.
- In terms of performance, both devices utilize octa-core processors, but the Y1 is equipped with a slightly more advanced Snapdragon 435 chipset and offers more RAM options.
- Camera capabilities are similar with both featuring a 13 MP rear camera, but the Y1 has a significantly higher 16 MP front camera.
- The Redmi 3s has a larger 4100 mAh battery compared to the Y1's 3080 mAh, providing longer usage time.
- Software-wise, the Redmi 3s runs on Android 6.0.1 with MIUI 9.2, while the Y1 operates on Android 7.1.2 with MIUI 11, offering a more updated software experience.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Xiaomi Redmi 3s
Xiaomi Redmi Y1 (Note 5A)
General
Release Date
2016
2017
Announced
2016
2017
Description
Available in China with a fingerprint sensor
Versions: Redmi Y1 (India); Redmi Note 5A (Global); Redmi Note 5A Prime (China, Malaysia)
Display
Size
5"
5.5"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm)
Qualcomm MSM8940 Snapdragon 435 (28 nm)
CPU
Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
Adreno 505
Adreno 505
Memory
16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP, f/2.0, PDAF
13 MP, f/2.2, 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
5 MP, f/2.2
16 MP, f/2.5, (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
4100 mAh
3080 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 4100 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 3080 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
10W wired
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
139.3 x 69.6 x 8.5 mm (5.48 x 2.74 x 0.33 in)
153 x 76.2 x 7.7 mm (6.02 x 3.00 x 0.30 in)
Weight
144 g
153 g
Materials
Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, aluminum frame
Colors
Gold, Dark Gray, Silver
Gold, Dark Grey, Silver, Rose Gold
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.22 W/kg (head) 1.22 W/kg (body)
1.09 W/kg (head) 1.44 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM + Micro-SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA, LTE
HSPA, LTE
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.1, A2DP
4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), MIUI 9.2
Android 7.1.2 (Nougat), MIUI 11
Fingerprint
✗
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass