Looks like same SoC but 3GB RAM, fingerprint scanner, metal body and 4000mah battery. Seems like a worthy upgrade?
I think it will be. But i will wait for the reviews and the price of the chinese resellers
For now the redmi note 3 hasn't got any custom rom or translated rom...
I don't understand why xiaomi created a different rom for the redmi note 3.
~ Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 Prime ~
Ordered one and gonna checkout, it is pricey now as compared to the advertised pricing, even though buying from a 3rd party store.
But I think redmi note 3 comes without sd card slot and also non removeable battery
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Getting the Redmi Note 3 3GB/32GB thru the courier for 235usd this Friday. But, I understand there some software problem which will be rectified these few days before it is shipped. FYI, 2GB/16GB variant is going for 200usd in the black market, now.
Well not much price difference really. If you buy it from china Redmi Note 2 Prime is 1000 RMB and Redmi Note 3 is 1100 RMB
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The pros are RAM, Touch ID, And battery. The cons are Removeable Battery, microsd slot and difference of 0,2 ghz per core.
In my opinion, I prefer Redmi Note 2 Prime for now, since for the battery problem with this phone I can just switch to the secondary battery that I bought.
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It has no expandable memory, and the 32gb version is much more expensive than the redmi note 2 by now. For me 16gb is not enough for a daily usage. Wish they had decided to put it...
For now ill stay with the 2.
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For now ill stay with the 2.
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Same as you lol
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Items Unit Price Qty Price
Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 5.5 Inch FHD 3GB 32GB Smartphone 64bit Helio X10 Octa Core MIUI V7 13.0MP TOUCH ID - Gold
USD 209.99 1 USD 209.99
Subtotal: USD 209.99
Shipping Cost: USD 0.00
Coupon Discount: -USD 10.50
Total: USD 199.49
I can't live without external sd.. But the Note 3 is cool!
Why can't they make a phone like that and with sdcard slot + removeable battery. It would be very nice
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Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Hands-on: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2tN8WWa2V5Q
You'll pay extra for the fingerprint sensor. And the metal doesn't really look that much better. The battery is better but you can't switch it plus no sd port. I bought the RM2 because of the limitations of my Nexus 4, so for me this RM3 is a stepback.
The RM2 was 150€, the RM3 will cost around 200€. That's a bit too much, you can often get a brand flagship phones from 2014 for around 250€ or just get the Oneplus X, Oneplus One or Mi4c. This argument fails of course if the RM3 also gets a better screen, camera and so forth...
Its not worth in Europe. Some retailers are selling more then 60€ the original price point.
I would call an upgrade if it had Helio X20 (3gb wont boost performance) and same redmi note 2 roms
Victorio_T said:
Same as you lol
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INFIN1TY- said:
For now ill stay with the 2.
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Lets wait for Redmi Note 4 hehe
uniqezory said:
Lets wait for Redmi Note 4 hehe
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Same mediatek soc... Not really interesting.
I heard that the Redmi Note 3 has locked bootloader and for now it's impossible to unlock... Luckly I bought a Redmi Note 2 Prime [emoji14]
~ Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 Prime ~
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i found this video of comparison of redmi note 2 and PRIME version. There is about 2000 difference in Antutu.
youtu.be/s3yzJUi4Gls
it is roughly 47000 vs 50000, but you won't notice the difference at all.
It's 200MHz faster, in other words 10% more.
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16 gb 550 mhz GPU/mtk 6795M 2,0 ghz VS 32 gb 700 mhz GPU/mtk 6795 T 2,2 ghz
I'm finding the 32GB of storage very useful
You can go down to 1430MHz and GPU to 400MHz = any game work fine. Like Ouzo sad, it's about the 32GB. With 128GB sd you got more than enough
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@Klanac89
with which app have you make the 1430MHz/400Mhz settings ?
Bought the 2.2ghz/32gb variant
Hi guys, I bought the "prime" variant off of Chinese e-commerce site, JD.com, which is supposed to be one of the most reliable e-commerce platforms here (unlike taobao). The phone's About page and other places list the hardware that I expect to be there, but nowhere is the word "Prime" included in the model name. And also suspicious, the Model Number is listed simply as Redmi Note 2. These two things together begin to make me doubt this is the real deal, and not some equally priced knock off. All the Mi apps work, including xiaomi account creation and cloud storage and so on. Does anyone have a Redmi Note 2 they know is the prime variant and legitimate, who can confirm this is normal for the info in the About Phone page?
Thanks!
I've got a prime, mine doesn't say anything about it.
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redmi note 2 prime
Prime version is not written under the phone name. Just check storage and processor (CPU) under the settings- about phone- and if you see 32 gb-2,2Ghz, you have prime version. If you don't bolive that just install antutu and check your hardware.
Using both the Redmi Note 2 and the Prime. What I would say is that 10% is different in processing power, feels the same. The good part is that you more storage for Prime topping up another 12 bucks or so, which is a bargain. Antutu result was almost the same for me or worst depending on the ROM installed.
Attached is my Antutu results. The Prime results on Geekbench 3 looks more impressive than Honor 7 results but not the on the Antutu.
My redmi note 2 prime
~ Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 Prime ~
how big is the difference between gpu. 550vs700 hears a lot. any gpu benchmarks (not antutu). i want this phone mostly for gaming.
GPU results
GFX OpenGL, BaseMark X results & BaseMark OSII
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GFX OpenGL, BaseMark X results & BaseMark OSII
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thx for answer. for what version is this benchmark?
I bought Prime because it has 32GB ROM. That's a big help even with SD slot. But I would say from day to day usage perspective they are not much different in performance.
Any I am using Redmi Note 2 Prime, but will be doing the benchmark Redmi Note 3 next week. All the benchmark used is current and downloaded thru the playstore.
im still bugged with this question. so how big is fps difference in popular games between 6795 and 6795t. becouse 23fps is big difference to 30fps if it scale with 550 to 700.
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i found this video of comparison of redmi note 2 and PRIME version. There is about 2000 difference in Antutu.
youtu.be/s3yzJUi4Gls
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Klanac89 said:
It's 200MHz faster, in other words 10% more.
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It's 1600 MHz (200 MHz x 8 cores) faster really, but 10% more same.
youtube.com/watch?v=zv5IKpFHo_w
Which version is better to buy ? i am thinking about 3GB because 2GB is too less nowdays.
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youtube.com/watch?v=zv5IKpFHo_w
Which version is better to buy ? i am thinking about 3GB because 2GB is too less nowdays.
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Its better the 3gb for multitasking and save data. Remember that this phone dont bring microsd slot.
Can someone confirm if the ROMs for redmi note 3 will work for redmi note 2 ?
If the HW is so similar as it seems they should be compatible...
What I don't like in note 3 is the non removable battery and no SD.
definitely the 3GB version.. you can get it quite cheap on geekbuying its only 209$
http://www.geekbuying.com/item/Xiao...re-MIUI-V7-13-0MP-TOUCH-ID---Gray-358967.html
I think you can take even 2gb... If you don't play heavy games and not multi
izipizzy said:
definitely the 3GB version.. you can get it quite cheap on geekbuying its only 209$
http://www.geekbuying.com/item/Xiao...re-MIUI-V7-13-0MP-TOUCH-ID---Gray-358967.html
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Agreed, I have tested huawei mate 7 with 2Gb ram and it' runs more smoothly than my Samsung galaxy note 3 with 3GB RAM. 2 GB RAM is enough if system is optimised and without unnecessary bloatware. However 3gb xiaomi versions will be easier to sell in the future than 2gb
Hi,
Thinking of getting either of these phones which would better? Thanks
Brand new xiaomi redmi note 3 Snapdragon version or Used Samsung Note 4 Snapdragon/exynos version
Note 4 snapdragon variant .
It is way better .
Samsung flagship phones are beast .
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Consider what radio bands you need covered. Note 4 has a lot of LTE bands covered across its range where as the Xiaomi doesn't.
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Gaming performance samsumg note 4 better?
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Gaming performance samsumg note 4 better?
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For gaming. ..get the Exynos Note 4 and don't look back!
Very powerful phone and lacks nothing
Hi.
I want to suggest opening a forum for Xiaomi Redmi 4 Prime.
gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_4_prime-8263.php
Presales keep going for Xiaomi's best phone yet.
It has all a phone needs: from snapdragon 625, 3GB ram, 5.0 inch display (to those who like small screens), fingerprint sensor, 4000mAh battery etc. and all this for only 150 dollars !!!
It is very popular and people started to make some ROMs for it.
lironshmuel11 said:
Hi.
I want to suggest opening a forum for Xiaomi Redmi 4 Prime.
gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_4_prime-8263.php
Presales keep going for Xiaomi's best phone yet.
It has all a phone needs: from snapdragon 625, 3GB ram, 5.0 inch display (to those who like small screens), fingerprint sensor, 4000mAh battery etc. and all this for only 150 dollars !!!
It is very popular and people started to make some ROMs for it.
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The correct place to ask is
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1660354
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Hi All,
Thanks for coming to the post. I know this is not a review website, but I could not find the solution anywhere else. I need your help in choosing my next phone. I am deciding between Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro ($350) and Xiaomi RedMi Note 3 ($200). I know the price difference between them is somewhat unjustifiable, but I am choosing between mid-rangers from Xiaomi and Samsung. Now I have a few points to make so that I can have a proper explanation.
Before starting, just FYI, I am using Samsung Galaxy Note 3 and Xiaomi MI4. My father has a RedMi Note 3 and my sister has a RedMi Note 4. Beside these, I have used many phones from Samsung and other manufacturers as well. So I fairly know how good phones both manufacturers produce.
1) Galaxy A9 Pro in India comes with S652 chipset flanking 4GB RAM and 32 gigs of storage. RedMi Note 3, on the other hand, is available with S650 chipset having 3GB RAM and 32 GB storage. While the specs are in favour of Galaxy A9 Pro, why RedMi Note 3 has upper hand in most benchmarks? If it is because of TouchWiz, does it lags horribly?
2) A (very) few people, including GSMArena, mentioned a kind of screen flicker in Galaxy A9 while in low brightness. Any explanations on that? Does Galaxy A9 Pro suffers from same issues?
3) In a dual sim phone, if my first SIM is 4G/VoLTE based (Reliance JIO), what would be the supported network on 2nd (GSM, 3G or 4G) ? I have heard that 2nd SIM stays in 2G. Is that true for both the phones? I have also heard that RedMi Note 3 supports 3G in secondary slot.
4) Galaxy A9 Pro misses out the Gyro Sensor. Apart from VR, what else I'll be missing out if I opt for Galaxy A9 Pro? Also, what is the cost range for a decent VR box (I am poor)?
5) Do you knoy any video or website link where I can see a thorough overview of Galaxy A9 Pro UI? There are certain features I like in the ROM itself, and I do not want to root the new galaxy on day one. Fortunately all of them are available in MIUI, but I need to see someone's Galaxy A9 Pro. (App lock, Headsup notification disable, inbuilt data saver etc)
6) How good is the battery backup for Galaxy A9 Pro?
7) Samsung recently discontinued Galaxy A9 Pro in India due to which, the price has fallen from almost $500 to $350. What could be the reason behind it? Is there any production fault?
8) Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro is available for $350, Xiaomi RedMi Note 3 is available for $200. Considering all of my requirements and situation, should I spend $150 more for Galaxy A9 Pro?
Is there a nifty alternative for Second Space or Dual Apps from MIUI? Parallel space is a fairly poor adware, and even if I buy it for $3, it is a resource hog. Any recomendations?
Thanks for your time and input.
Have a great time ahead.
P.s. Mi Max Prime is too big for me.
#Cheers
ipreetmalhotra said:
Hi All,
Thanks for coming to the post. I know this is not a review website, but I could not find the solution anywhere else. I need your help in choosing my next phone. I am deciding between Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro ($350) and Xiaomi RedMi Note 3 ($200). I know the price difference between them is somewhat unjustifiable, but I am choosing between mid-rangers from Xiaomi and Samsung. Now I have a few points to make so that I can have a proper explanation.
Before starting, just FYI, I am using Samsung Galaxy Note 3 and Xiaomi MI4. My father has a RedMi Note 3 and my sister has a RedMi Note 4. Beside these, I have used many phones from Samsung and other manufacturers as well. So I fairly know how good phones both manufacturers produce.
Galaxy A9 Pro in India comes with S652 chipset flanking 4GB RAM and 32 gigs of storage. RedMi Note 3, on the other hand, is available with S650 chipset having 3GB RAM and 32 GB storage. While the specs are in favour of Galaxy A9 Pro, why RedMi Note 3 has upper hand in most benchmarks? If it is because of TouchWiz, does it lags horribly?
A (very) few people, including GSMArena, mentioned a king of screen flicker in Galaxy A9 while in low brightness. Any explanations on that? Does Galaxy A9 Pro suffers from same issues?
In a dual sim phone, if my first SIM is 4G/VoLTE based (Reliance JIO), what would be the supported network on 2nd (GSM, 3G or 4G) ? I have heard that 2nd SIM stays in 2G. Is that true for both the phones? I have also heard that RedMi Note 3 supports 3G in secondary slot.
Galaxy A9 Pro misses out the Gyro Sensor. Apart from VR, what else I'll be missing out if I opt for Galaxy A9 Pro? Also, what is the cost range for a decent VR box (I am poor)?
Do you knoy any video or website link where I can see a thorough overview of Galaxy A9 Pro UI? There are certain features I like in the ROM itself, and I do not want to root the new galaxy on day one. Fortunately all of them are available in MIUI, but I need to see someone's Galaxy A9 Pro. (App lock, Headsup notification disable, inbuilt data saver etc)
How good is the battery backup for Galaxy A9 Pro?
Samsung recently discontinued Galaxy A9 Pro in India due to which, the price has fallen from almost $500 to $350. What could be the reason behind it? Is there any production fault?
Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro is available for $350, Xiaomi RedMi Note 3 is available for $200. Considering all of my requirements and situation, should I spend $150 more for Galaxy A9 Pro?
Is there a nifty alternative for Second Space or Dual Apps from MIUI? Parallel space is a fairly poor adware, and even if I buy it for $3, it is a resource hog. Any recomendations?
Thanks for your time and input.
Have a great time ahead.
#Cheers
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I think the more important is : Do you want paid 150$ for toucwiz and what design you prefer ...
And touchwiz is nice now. No samsung doesn't have second space like MIUI and idk a good alternative
1. I have heard that this phone comes in 4G+2G connectivity. Redmi Note 3/4 on the other hand comes with 4G+3G connectivity. Is this an important thing to consider, because if I am using internet from first SIM, the second SIM will only be used for calls. So should I be worried about this thing?
2. Can I select 3G/2G on first SIM and 4G on second SIM without changing the cards?