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Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 phone review — specs and Genze score

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Specifications

Also known as Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Pro

Xiaomi

Released 2016, Jan 14

2 / 3 GB RAM · Qualcomm MSM8956 Snapdragon 650

  • 164g, 8.7mm thickness
  • Android 5.1.1, up to 6.0.1, MIUI 9.5
  • 16GB/32GB storage, microSDXC

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 7.9
Display 4.8
Performance 4.4
Camera 3.9
Body 5.6
Gaming 4.6
Software 4.4
Connectivity 1.6
Sensors 7.2
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Genze total: 5/10

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Quick specifications

5.5"

1080x1920 pixels

16MP

1080p

2/3GB RAM

Snapdragon 650

4050mAh

10W

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5 /10
Performance 4.4/10
Battery 7.9/10
Display 4.8/10
Camera 3.9/10
Body 5.6/10
Gaming 4.6/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 1.6/10
Sensors 7.2/10
1.80 GHz BT 4.1 2016

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - Global
??? HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - Special edition (Taiwan)
4G bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 38, 39, 40, 41 - Global
??? 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 40 - Special edition (Taiwan)
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat6 300/50 Mbps
Announced 2016, January 14. Released 2016, March 03
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 150 x 76 x 8.7 mm (5.91 x 2.99 x 0.34 in)
Weight 164 g (5.78 oz)
Build Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
SIM Nano-SIM + Micro-SIM
Type IPS LCD
Size 5.5 inches, 82.6 cm2 (~72.4% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
OS Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), MIUI 9.5
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8956 Snapdragon 650
CPU Hexa-core (4x1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 & 2x1.8 GHz Cortex-A72)
GPU Adreno 510
Card slot microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal 16GB 2GB RAM (Standard version), 32GB 3GB RAM (High/Special version)
??? eMMC 4.5
Single 16 MP, f/2.0, PDAF
Features Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Video 1080p@30fps
Single 5 MP, f/2.0
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
??? 24-bit/192kHz audio
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth 4.1, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, BDS
NFC No
Infrared port Yes
Radio Stereo FM radio, recording
USB microUSB 2.0, OTG
Sensors Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Type Li-Po 4050 mAh, non-removable
Charging 10W wired
Colors Silver, Gray, Gold
Models 2015116, 2015161
SAR 0.49 W/kg (head) 0.50 W/kg (body)
SAR EU 0.56 W/kg (head)
Price About 160 EUR
Performance Basemark OS II 2.0: 1426
Basemark X: 14717
Display Contrast ratio: 953:1 (nominal), 2.249 (sunlight)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 66dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 75dB
Audio quality Noise -96.0dB / Crosstalk -95.6dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 93h

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Is Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 worth buying in 2026?

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

What is the battery capacity of Xiaomi Redmi Note 3?

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 has a 4,050 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 have?

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 features a 5.50-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 have?

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 is available with 2 / 3 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Xiaomi Redmi Note 3?

Genze rates Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 5/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

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