LG Optimus F3 (VM720) vs Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (256GB/10GB)

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Side by side comparison between LG Optimus F3 vs Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

10/27/2018 12:17 PM, updated: 12/15/2022 6:34 PM

Compare Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 X LG Optimus F3 (VM720) 06Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4"
IPS

480x800

5
MP

0.3mp

1GB
RAM

Dual-core

2460
mAh

(Removable)

29Points Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (256GB/10GB) Compare LG Optimus F3 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.39"
AMOLED

1080x2340

12
MP

24mp

10GB
RAM

Octa-core

3200
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (256GB/10GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

6 Advantages LG Optimus F3 (VM720)	vs	29 Advantages Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (256GB/10GB)
+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+140 grams (4.9 ounces)56% Lighter	vs	218 grams (7.63 ounces)
+Proximity sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Virtual proximity sensor
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores	vs	Type-C jack with 3.5mm jack adapter
+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.	vs	Not supported
1.2GHz 32bit Dual-core	vs	+2.8GHz 64bit Octa-core (10nm)2 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
1GB LPDDR2	vs	+10GB LPDDR4X9 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
4GB (1.29GB available)	vs	+256GB (240GB available)185 times More internal storage for applications and files
11.2 millimeters (0.44 inches)	vs	+8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)32% Thinner
TFT IPS LCD	vs	+Super AMOLEDAdvantage Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
480x800 pixels	vs	+1080x2340 pixels6 times Higher resolution screen
233 PPI	vs	+403 PPI73% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
4"	vs	+6.39"60% Larger screen
(back) 5MP	vs	+(dual camera) 12MP + 12MP4 times Higher resolution main camera
LED flash	vs	+LED flash on both camerasAdvantage The LED flash on both cameras helps in dark places or in low light
Only digital zoom	vs	+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
EIS: Digital stabilization	vs	+OIS (4-axis): Optical stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supported	vs	+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
HDR photo only main camera	vs	+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
(front) 0.3MP	vs	+(dual front camera) 24MP + 2MP83 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
Full HD (1920x1080)	vs	+4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
(front) VGA (640x480)	vs	+(front) Full HD (1920x1080)6 times More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean	vs	+Android 10Advantage Android 10 is newer and safer
(4G LTE) 100 Mbps	vs	+(4G LTE-A) 600 Mbps5 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Face unlock 2DAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)Advantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
2460 mAh	vs	+3200 mAh30% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)	vs	+2 slots (Dual-SIM)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
Not supported	vs	+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]	vs	+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
4.0 + A2DP	vs	+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
MicroUSB 2.0	vs	+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.

15 Common items in both devices

16 million

Autofocus / PDAF: phase detection autofocus

4G LTE / 4G LTE-A

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Ambient light sensor

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📱 Model features
	LG Optimus F3 (VM720)	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (256GB/10GB)
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Model	Optimus F3 (VM720)	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (256GB/10GB)
Other model names	Virgin Mobile LG Optimus F3 4G LTE, LG VM720	小米MIX 3, Xiaomi Mix 3 Special edition
Country or region available	Canada, USA	China
Brand	LG	Xiaomi
Release date	7/18/2013	11/1/2018, Announced: 10/1/2018
Depth	11.2 millimeters (0.44 inches)	8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)
Size (width x height)	62 x 116.1 millimeters (2.44 x 4.57 in)	74.69 x 157.89 millimeters (2.94 x 6.22 in)
Weight	140 grams (4.9 ounces)	218 grams (7.63 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Aluminum body, glass front, ceramic back
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	LG Optimus F3 (VM720)	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (256GB/10GB)
Display type	TFT IPS LCD	Super AMOLED
Screen size	4" inches	6.39" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~63.3% (screen-to-body ratio)	~85% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	480x800 pixels	1080x2340 pixels (19.5:9)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	233 PPI	403 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass 2	Gorilla Glass 3
Refresh rate	feature not registered	60Hz
Display features	feature not registered	600nits[typ] HDR8
🤖 Operating System
	LG Optimus F3 (VM720)	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (256GB/10GB)
System version	Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean	Android 9.0 Pie
Firmware update	feature not registered	Android 10
User Interface	feature not registered	MIUI 10 / 12
⚙️ Processor
	LG Optimus F3 (VM720)	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (256GB/10GB)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8930	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 (SDM845) (10nm)
CPU	Dual-core, 1 processor: 2x 1.2GHz Krait 200 (Dual-core)	Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 2.8GHz Kryo 385 Gold (Quad-core) 4x 1.7GHz Kryo 385 Silver (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 225	Qualcomm Adreno 630 (710MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	AnTuTu: 292353 (v7), 352130 (v8) Geekbench: 9065 (v4.4), 2170 (v5.1) GFXBench: 30fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
💽 Memory and storage
	LG Optimus F3 (VM720)	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (256GB/10GB)
RAM memory	1GB LPDDR2	10GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage	4GB (1.29GB available)	256GB (240GB available) UFS 2.1
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	LG Optimus F3 (VM720)	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (256GB/10GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	100/50 Mbps	600/50 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Not supported	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	CDMA 800/1900	CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO	Global version: UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1800/1900/2100 China version: CDMA2000 1xEV-DO TD-SCDMA 1900/2000 UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE 1900	LTE Cat11 VoLTE Global version: LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 66) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41) China version: LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, LTE	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Global version: UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1800/1900/2100 China version: UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat11 VoLTE Global version: LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 66) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41) China version: LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
Secondary data network	Not supported	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
📷 Camera
	LG Optimus F3 (VM720)	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (256GB/10GB)
Back camera (main camera)	5 megapixels	(dual camera) 12 megapixels 12MP telephoto 1/3.4"1.0µm
Main camera resolution	2560x1920 pixels	4000x3000 pixels
Video recording (primary)	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps	4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps
Flash	LED flash	LED flash on both cameras
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/1.8 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/2.55" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	1.4µm pixel
Autofocus	Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	OIS (4-axis): Optical stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Digital and optical zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Supported
HDR	HDR photo only main camera	HDR photo on both cameras
Camera extras	feature not registered	4K@30/60fps 1080p@30/60/960fps
📸 Front camera
	LG Optimus F3 (VM720)	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (256GB/10GB)
Front camera (secondary)	0.3 megapixels	(dual front camera) 24 megapixels 2MP depth
Front camera resolution	640x480 pixels	5656x4224 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	VGA (640x480)	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	LED
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	26mm (lens)
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/2.8" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	0.9µm pixel
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	LG Optimus F3 (VM720)	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (256GB/10GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	2 microphones or more
Radio	Not supported	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, AC3, FLAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	LG Optimus F3 (VM720)	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (256GB/10GB)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	3.5mm jack	Type-C jack with 3.5mm jack adapter
TV output	Not supported	USB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth	4.0 + A2DP	5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS
NFC	Supported	Supported
Infrared port	feature not registered	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	LG Optimus F3 (VM720)	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (256GB/10GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Face unlock 2D Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted) Gyroscope Virtual proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	LG Optimus F3 (VM720)	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (256GB/10GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	2460 mAh	3200 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	18W Wired fast charging Quick Charge 4
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	10W Qi wireless charging
Talk time autonomy	15 hours	feature not registered
Standby	456 hours (19 days)	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	LG Optimus F3 (VM720)	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (256GB/10GB)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black • Java framework	• Colors: Forbidden City Special Edition (blue) • Mechanical pop-up front camera
☢️ Radiation rate
	LG Optimus F3 (VM720)	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (256GB/10GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	1.45W/kg (head), 1.57W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered