Xiaomi Redmi 6
#3733
Xiaomi Redmi Y3
#2860Category Breakdown
Xiaomi Redmi 6
Xiaomi Redmi Y3
Performance
62.766.8
Camera
19.146.8
Display
56.556.5
Battery
24.228.1
Build
83.487.9
Connectivity
52.950.0
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
38.945.6
Summary
- The Xiaomi Redmi 6 features a smaller 5.45-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels, while the Xiaomi Redmi Y3 offers a larger 6.26-inch IPS LCD with a slightly higher resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the Redmi 6 is powered by the Mediatek Helio P22 chipset, whereas the Redmi Y3 utilizes the Qualcomm Snapdragon 632, which may provide better efficiency and graphics performance.
- Both devices have a 12 MP rear camera, but the Y3's camera supports 1080p video recording at 60fps with gyro-EIS, compared to the 30fps of the Redmi 6.
- The Redmi Y3 also has a larger 4000 mAh battery compared to the 3000 mAh in the Redmi 6, allowing for longer usage.
- Both run MIUI 12 with planned upgrades to Android 10, but the Redmi Y3 ships with Android 9.0, offering a more recent software experience out of the box.
- Build quality differs slightly, with the Y3 featuring Gorilla Glass 5 on the front, enhancing durability compared to the glass front of the Redmi 6.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Xiaomi Redmi 6
Xiaomi Redmi Y3
General
Release Date
2018
2019
Announced
2018
2019
Description
N/A
For India
Display
Size
5.45"
6.26"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~295 ppi density)
720 x 1520 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm)
Qualcomm SDM632 Snapdragon 632 (14 nm)
CPU
Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Kryo 250 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 250 Silver)
GPU
PowerVR GE8320
Adreno 506
Memory
32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
12 MP, f/2.2, 1.25 μm, PDAF5 MP, f/2.2, (depth)
12 MP, f/2.2, 1/2.9", 1.25µm, PDAF2 MP, (depth)
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
LED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera
5 MP
32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm
Front Camera Features
N/A
HDR
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
3000 mAh
4000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 3000 mAh, non-removable
Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
10W wired
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
147.5 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm (5.81 x 2.81 x 0.33 in)
158.7 x 75.6 x 8.5 mm (6.25 x 2.98 x 0.33 in)
Weight
146 g
180 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back, plastic frame
Colors
Black, Grey, Blue, Gold, Rose Gold
Elegant Blue, Bold Red, Prime Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.55 W/kg (head) 1.42 W/kg (body)
0.58 W/kg (head) 1.25 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / CDMA / 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
4.2, A2DP, LE
4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
microUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 8.1 (Oreo), planned upgrade to Android 10, MIUI 12
Android 9.0 (Pie), planned upgrade to Android 10, MIUI 12
Fingerprint
✓
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass