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Xiaomi Mi Note 3

Specifications

Xiaomi Mi Note 3
Xiaomi Mi Note 3 (Mi Series)
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 MSM8956 6 x 1.8 GHz, Cortex-A72/-A53
Graphics adapter
Memory
6 GB 
Display
5.50 inch 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixel 401 PPI, glossy: yes
Storage
64/128 GB
Connections
Sensors: Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Networking
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 5.0
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 7.6 x 152.6 x 74 ( = 0.3 x 6.01 x 2.91 in)
Battery
3500 mAh
Operating System
Android 7.1 Nougat
Camera
Primary Camera: 12 MPix
Secondary Camera: 16 MPix
Weight
163 g ( = 5.75 oz / 0.36 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 79.87% - good
Average of 15 scores (from 28 reviews)
price: 85%, performance: 76%, features: 85%, display: 83% mobility: 86%, workmanship: 83%, ergonomy: 80%, emissions: - %

Reviews for the Xiaomi Mi Note 3

90% Xiaomi Mi Note 3: Exceptional images with all the bells and whistles
Source: DxOMark English Archive.org version
Looking to improve features and performance principally for Chinese consumers, Xiaomi has really upped its game for photography with the Mi Note 3. Compared to the Mi 5 and Mi 5S Plus (the last Xiaomi devices we tested), the Mi Note 3 shows significant signs of development, improving still photos in many areas and adding those desirable zoom and bokeh features, which are well-implemented. Our new challenging test scenes highlight some issues with texture on moving subjects, but in static scenes detail is good both outdoors and indoors, and autofocus is fast. When all is said and done, by offering premium flagship photography features and performance at a mid-range price point, the Xiaomi Mi Note 3 is a great choice for the budget-savvy smartphone shooter.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/08/2017
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Mi Note 3 review – Premium Smartphone, not available in India
Source: Gogi.in English Archive.org version
The Mi Note 3 looks premium and performance was impressive, the MIUI 9 makes it even better. This handset is not available in India and if you are planning to buy this, you can order from GearBest, you will need to pay custom duty consider that too.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/11/2017
Rating: Total score: 90%
Xiaomi Mi Note 3 unboxing and first impression
Source: Gogi.in English Archive.org version
This Mi Note is not to be confused with Redmi Note series that is available in India, both are different. This variant I got comes with 6GB RAM and 64GB ROM. It packs a 3500 mAh battery. There is LED notification, there is dual SIM slot, you need 2x nano SIM’s there is no micro SD slot and OTG is supported. The home button on the front doubles up as finger print sensor, there is IR blaster too.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/23/2017
Xiaomi Mi Note 3 review: What if the iPhone 8 ran Android?
Source: BGR English Archive.org version
Its similarities to the iPhone’s Plus models are hardly a knock against Xiaomi, as the company has never been shy about following trends set by the big dogs in mobile, but the real story here is how well they manage to pull it off. It would be much harder to excuse the obvious Apple inspiration if the phone wasn’t such a pleasure. Oh, and then there’s the little matter of it being incredibly affordable, with prices landing at around $450 depending on where you look. Gearbest (which provided our review unit) currently has the Mi Note 3 at $409.99.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/17/2017
Xiaomi MI Note 3 Design, Hardware, Antutu, Camera, Battery Review (Flash SALE)
Source: Igeekphone English Archive.org version
Compared with Xiaomi mi note 2, Xiaomi MI Note 3 has different market position, since Xiaomi MI MIX series became the flagship, although Xiaomi MI Note 3 chooses Snapdragon 660 processor, it still has excellent design, craftsmanship, face ID, good camera, etc, so if you want larger screen, MI Note 3 will be better choice. Right now Xiaomi MI Note 3 is in flash sale from Gearbest at $549.99.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/15/2017
Xiaomi MI Note 3 5.5inch Snapdragon 660 Hands on review by @GEEKBUYING (Coupon included)
Source: Igeekphone English Archive.org version
Xiaomi has announced three new products few day ago: The Xiaomi Notebook Pro, the Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 and grade 3 – and the Note 3 has surprised us! Had the Xiaomi Mi Note 2 still above the Mi5s filed, the Grade 3 now ranks below the MI6. The spearhead of Xiaomi will now form the Xiaomi Mi Mix 2ndInstead of MI6 Plus now the Mi Note 3 is coming! The Xiaomi Mi Note 3 slims, in contrast to its predecessor, significantly from: 5.5 “inches instead of 5.7”, a Snapdragon processor from the upper middle class and a significantly lower price. Succeeds, the attack on the iPhone Plus?
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/13/2017
First looks: Xiaomi Mi Note 3 is a Mi 6 in more ways than one
Source: Hardware Zone English Archive.org version
If you're coming from the Mi Note 2, we suggest you look towards the Mi MIX 2 instead. That'll be a significant upgrade, since you'd get a 5.99-inch in a 5.5-inch body, instead of the 5.7-inch display Mi Note 2 users were working with previously.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/12/2017

Foreign Reviews

Xiaomi Mi Note 3
Source: ChinaMobileMag German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/29/2017
70% Xiaomi Mi Note 3 ein großes Mi 6 mit weniger Leistung
Source: Android Pit German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/26/2017
Rating: Total score: 70%
92% Xiaomi Mi Note 3
Source: Chinahandys.net German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/09/2017
Rating: Total score: 92% performance: 80% display: 100% mobility: 100% workmanship: 100%
Xiaomi Mi Note 3: análisis en español del móvil para selfies
Source: FAQsAndroid Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good price / performance ratio; excellent cameras. Negative: Weak hardware; bulky.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/24/2017
80% Xiaomi Mi Note 3 Review – Um Mi 6 em ponto grande
Source: 4G News Portuegese PT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/01/2018
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 90% performance: 70% display: 70% mobility: 80% workmanship: 85%
90% Xiaomi Mi Note 3 recensione: prestazioni top al prezzo di un medio-gamma
Source: Ridble Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/23/2018
Rating: Total score: 90%
84% Recensione Xiaomi Mi Note 3
Source: AndroidWorld.it Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/14/2017
Rating: Total score: 84% price: 85% features: 80% display: 75% mobility: 85% workmanship: 80% ergonomy: 80%
70% Xiaomi Mi Note 3 recensione: un Mi6 più grande e meno potente
Source: AndroidPit.it Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/14/2017
Rating: Total score: 70%
83% Recensione Xiaomi Mi Note 3
Source: Chimera Revo Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/31/2017
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 80% performance: 85% features: 87% display: 85% mobility: 88% workmanship: 82% ergonomy: 82%
85% Recensione Xiaomi Mi Note 3: uguale a Mi 6?
Source: Tutto Android Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/29/2017
Rating: Total score: 85% price: 85% features: 88% display: 89% mobility: 93% ergonomy: 78%
85% RECENSIONE Xiaomi Mi Note 3
Source: Andrea Galeazzi Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/28/2017
Rating: Total score: 85% price: 85% display: 75% mobility: 87% workmanship: 81%
79% Recensione Xiaomi Mi Note 3: la concretezza dello Snapdragon 660
Source: HDblog.it Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/28/2017
Rating: Total score: 79%
Recensione Xiaomi Mi Note 3 con ROM Global dopo tre mesi
Source: Pianeta Cellulare Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Large battery capacity; good cameras; decent hardware.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/25/2018
Recensione Xiaomi Mi Note 3: il top di gamma “giusto”
Source: Tutto App Android Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Beautiful design; high performance; long battery life; good price.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/14/2017
Xiaomi Mi Note 3 ufficiale: Snapdragon 660 e 5.5 pollici
Source: Androidiani Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Solid workmanship; metal case; excellent cameras; fast fingerprint sensor; good price.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/13/2017
70% Test du Xiaomi Mi Note 3 : le milieu de gamme satisfaisant
Source: Frandroid French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/15/2017
Rating: Total score: 70% performance: 70% display: 90% mobility: 70% workmanship: 70%
70% Test du Xiaomi Mi Note 3 : un Mi 6 en plus gros mais en moins puissant
Source: AndroidPit.fr French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/10/2017
Rating: Total score: 70%
60% Test Xiaomi Mi Note 3 : excellent sous condition
Source: Phonandroid French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/27/2017
Rating: Total score: 60%
Test du Xiaomi Mi Note 3 : il se prend pour un haut de gamme
Source: Top for Phone French FR→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Premium design; solid workmanship; excellent display; good speakers; high performance; good price. Negative: No headphone jack.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/16/2017
Xiaomi Mi Note 3 oficjalnie. To większa, ale niekoniecznie lepsza alternatywa dla Mi 6
Source: Komorkomania Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Nice design; good hardware; low price; fast fingerprint sensor.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/14/2017
Ảnh Xiaomi Mi Note 3: RAM 6 GB, camera kép giá 380 USD
Source: Zing VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful hardware; good dual cameras; long battery life. Negative: Mediocre design.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/12/2017

Comment

Qualcomm Adreno 510: Integrated graphics card based on the Adreno 500 architecture, like the Adreno 520 in the Snapdragon 820. Performance should be on average similar to the old Adreno 330 in the Snapdragon 801. Supports DirectX12, OpenCL 2.0, OpenGL ES 3.1 + AE.

Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


650 MSM8956: Upper middle class ARM based SoC with 6 CPU cores (64 Bit Cortex A72 and A53 mixture) and a Adreno 510 GPU.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


5.50":

It is a very small display format for smartphones. You should by no means be mis-sighted and you will generally see very little on the screen and only have a small resolution available. In return, the device should be very small and handy.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


Xiaomi:

Founded in 2010, Xiaomi Corporation is a Chinese multinational electronics company and produces consumer electronics and related products, including smartphones, televisions, fitness bands, power banks, headphones, smart devices and accessories. Xiaomi offers its products under the Mi, Redmi and POCO brands.


79.87%: This rating is not earth-shattering. This rating must actually be seen as average, since there are about as many devices with worse ratings as better ones. A purchase recommendation can only be seen with a lot of goodwill, unless it is about websites that generally rate strictly.


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Current Prices
Stefan Hinum (Update: 2017-09-28)