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Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus (64GB) vs Xiaomi Mi 3 (16GB)

Side by side comparison between Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus vs Xiaomi Mi 3 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Xiaomi Mi 3 X Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus (64GB) 19Points
5.7"
IPS

1080x1920

13
MP

4.1mp

4GB
RAM

Quad-core

3800
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
5"
IPS

1080x1920

13
MP

2.1mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

3050
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus (64GB)

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Mi 5s Plus (64GB)} 19 Advantages Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus (64GB) vs Mi 3 (16GB)} 6 Advantages Xiaomi Mi 3 (16GB)
+2.35GHz 64bit Quad-core32%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs2.3GHz 32bit Quad-core
+4GB LPDDR4100%
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs2GB LPDDR3
+64GB (55GB available)3 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs16GB (13GB available)
+8 millimeters (0.31 inches)1%
Thinner
vs8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)
+5.7"14%
Larger screen
vs5"
+(dual camera) 13MP + 13MP102%
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 13MP
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsHDR photo/video only main camera
+f/2.0 (aperture)10%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/2.2 (aperture)
+(front) 4.1MP99%
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 2.1MP
+4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsFull HD (1920x1080)
+Android 6.0.1 MarshmallowAdvantage
Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow is newer and safer
vsAndroid 4.4.2 KitKat
+4G LTE-AAdvantage
The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster
vs3G+ HSPA+
+(4G LTE-A) 600 Mbps13 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(3G+ HSPA+) 42 Mbps
+Fingerprint sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+3800 mAh25%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs3050 mAh
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
vsNot supported
+4.2 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 4.2 + A2DP is newer and faster
vs4.0 + A2DP
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsMicroUSB 2.0
168 grams (5.88 ounces)vs+145 grams (5.08 ounces)16%
Lighter
TFT IPS LCDvs+TFT LED-Backlit IPS LCDAdvantage
TFT LED-Backlit IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid
386 PPIvs+441 PPI14%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
Not supportedvs+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supportedvs+FMAdvantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
Not supportedvs+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

26 Common items in both devices
16 million
1080x1920 pixels
Dual-LED flash
Only digital zoom
PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus
EIS: Digital stabilization
(front) Full HD (1920x1080)
+19 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus (64GB)Xiaomi Mi 3 (16GB)
ModelXiaomi Mi 5s Plus (64GB)Xiaomi Mi 3 (16GB)
Other model namesXiaomi 5s Plus 2016070 4GB/64GB, Xiaomi Mi5S PlusXiaomi Mi3 WCDMA, Xiaomi 3 China Unicom
Country or region available(Global, International)ChinaHong KongTaiwan
(Global, International), China, Hong Kong, Taiwan
feature not registered
BrandXiaomiXiaomi
Release date10/1/201612/1/2013
Depth8 millimeters (0.31 inches)8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)
Size (width x height)77.7 x 154.6 millimeters (3.06 x 6.09 in)73.6 x 144 millimeters (2.9 x 5.67 in)
Weight168 grams (5.88 ounces)145 grams (5.08 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus (64GB)Xiaomi Mi 3 (16GB)
Display typeTFT IPS LCDTFT LED-Backlit IPS LCD
Screen size5.7" inches5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~74.6% (screen-to-body ratio)~65% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x1920 pixels1080x1920 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)386 PPI441 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass 3
Refresh ratefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Display featuresfeature not registeredfeature not registered

🤖 Operating System

Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus (64GB)Xiaomi Mi 3 (16GB)
System versionAndroid 6.0.1 MarshmallowAndroid 4.2.1 Jelly Bean
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 4.4.2 KitKat
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus (64GB)Xiaomi Mi 3 (16GB)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 MSM8996AC Pro (14nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 MSM8274AB (28nm)
CPUQuad-core, 2 processors:
2x 2.35GHz Kryo (Dual-core)
2x 2.2GHz Kryo (Dual-core)
Quad-core, 1 processor:
4x 2.3GHz Krait 400 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 530 650MhzQualcomm Adreno 330 450MHz
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus (64GB)Xiaomi Mi 3 (16GB)
RAM memory4GB LPDDR42GB LPDDR3
Internal storage64GB (55GB available)16GB (13GB available)
External storageNot supportedNot supported

📶 Mobile networks

Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus (64GB)Xiaomi Mi 3 (16GB)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim cardNot supported
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload600/150 Mbps42/5.76 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
TD-SCDMA 1900/2000
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat12 850/900/1800/2100/2600 (Bands 1,3,5,7,8)
TD-LTE 1900/2300/2500/2600 (Bands 38,39,40,41)
Not supported
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGENot supported

📷 Camera

Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus (64GB)Xiaomi Mi 3 (16GB)
Back camera (main camera)(dual camera)
13 megapixels
13MP
13 megapixels
Main camera resolution4128x3096 pixels4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashDual-LED flashDual-LED flash
Focal aperturef/2.0 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered28mm (lens)
Sensor size1/3" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1.12µm pixelfeature not registered
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRHDR photo on both camerasHDR photo/video only main camera
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus (64GB)Xiaomi Mi 3 (16GB)
Front camera (secondary)4.1 megapixels2.1 megapixels
Front camera resolution2688x1536 pixels1920x1080 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.0 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor size1/3" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size2µm pixelfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus (64GB)Xiaomi Mi 3 (16GB)
LoudspeakerSupportedSupported
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedFM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, DivX, XviD, WMVMP4, DivX, XviD, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus (64GB)Xiaomi Mi 3 (16GB)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C reversible connectorMicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedNot supported
Bluetooth4.2 + A2DP4.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNASupportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDouA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portSupportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus (64GB)Xiaomi Mi 3 (16GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Fingerprint sensor
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus (64GB)Xiaomi Mi 3 (16GB)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
BM31
Battery capacity3800 mAh3050 mAh
Charger, wattsWired chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered20 hours
Standbyfeature not registered400 hours (16.7 days)

➕ Other features

Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus (64GB)Xiaomi Mi 3 (16GB)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Silver, Gray, Gold, Rose Gold
• USB OTG On-The-Go
• MIUI 8.0
• LED notification
• Quick Charge 3.0
• Fast battery charging
• VoLTE
• Colors: Metallic gray
• USB OTG On-The-Go 1.3
• MI UI 5.0
• Dirac HD sound
• Touchscreen with gloves
• WiFi display

☢️ Radiation rate

Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus (64GB)Xiaomi Mi 3 (16GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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