Redmi Note 3
The metal-bodied 2016 budget legend that sold by the tens of millions.
The Redmi Note 3 is a budget Xiaomi smartphone released Mar 2016, with a launch price of $170. It pairs the Snapdragon 650 with a 5.5" LCD 60 Hz display, a 16 MP main camera and a 4,050 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 52/100 — The budget phone that defined a category. Standout strengths: metal unibody at a budget price. and snapdragon 650 was unusually fast. Main trade-off: mono speaker.
The budget phone that defined a category.
Redmi Note 3 was a phenomenon — a metal-bodied, big-battery phone with a surprisingly fast Snapdragon 650 at a rock-bottom price. It sold in staggering numbers and cemented the Redmi Note as the default value pick worldwide.
Read the full review- Metal unibody at a budget price.
- Snapdragon 650 was unusually fast.
- Big 4,050 mAh battery.
- Fingerprint sensor + microSD.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Redmi Note 3 compares
| Redmi Note 3 | Galaxy Note 5 | Mi 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 52 | 52 | 52 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 650 | Exynos 7420 | Snapdragon 820 |
| Display | 5.5" LCD 60 Hz | 5.7" QHD AMOLED | 5.15" FHD LCD |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 16 MP · f/1.9 | 16 MP · f/2.0 |
| Battery | 4,050 mAh | 3,000 mAh | 3,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $170 | $700 | $310 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Redmi Note 3 released?
The Redmi Note 3 was released in Mar 2016.
How much does the Redmi Note 3 cost?
The Redmi Note 3 launched at $170 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Redmi Note 3 screen size and type?
The Redmi Note 3 has a 5.5" LCD 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the Redmi Note 3 use?
The Redmi Note 3 is powered by the Snapdragon 650 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Redmi Note 3 have?
The Redmi Note 3 ships with 3 GB · 32 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Redmi Note 3 battery capacity?
The Redmi Note 3 has a 4,050 mAh battery.
How fast does the Redmi Note 3 charge?
The Redmi Note 3 supports 10 W wired charging.
What is the Redmi Note 3 main camera?
The Redmi Note 3 has a 16 MP main camera.
Does the Redmi Note 3 have a headphone jack?
The Redmi Note 3 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Redmi Note 3 get software updates?
The Redmi Note 3 update policy: Ended Android 6.0.
How much does the Redmi Note 3 weigh?
The Redmi Note 3 weighs 164 g.
What colours does the Redmi Note 3 come in?
The Redmi Note 3 is available in 3 colours: Dark Gray, Silver, Gold.
Is the Redmi Note 3 worth buying?
Redmi Note 3 was a phenomenon — a metal-bodied, big-battery phone with a surprisingly fast Snapdragon 650 at a rock-bottom price. It sold in staggering numbers and cemented the Redmi Note as the default value pick worldwide. SpecEagle gives the Redmi Note 3 an editorial score of 52/100.
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