Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (128GB/8GB) vs Samsung Galaxy S Fascinate (SGH-T959D)

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Side by side comparison between Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 vs Samsung Galaxy S Fascinate phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

10/27/2018 12:56 PM, updated: 12/15/2022 6:34 PM

Compare Samsung Galaxy S Fascinate X Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (128GB/8GB) 30Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.39"
AMOLED

1080x2340

12
MP

24mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

3200
mAh

(Non removable)

06Points Samsung Galaxy S Fascinate (SGH-T959D) Compare Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4"
AMOLED

480x800

5
MP

512MB
RAM

Single-core

1500
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (128GB/8GB)

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!

30 Advantages Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (128GB/8GB)	vs	6 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S Fascinate (SGH-T959D)
+2.8GHz 64bit Octa-core (10nm)5 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	1GHz 32bit Single-core
+8GB LPDDR4X15 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	512MB LPDDR
+128GB (110GB available)6 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	16GB (15GB available)
+8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)16% Thinner	vs	9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)
+1080x2340 pixels6 times Higher resolution screen	vs	480x800 pixels
+403 PPI73% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	233 PPI
+6.39"60% Larger screen	vs	4"
+(dual camera) 12MP + 12MP4 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 5MP
+LED flash on both camerasAdvantage The LED flash on both cameras helps in dark places or in low light	vs	Not supported
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures	vs	Only digital zoom
+OIS (4-axis): Optical stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video	vs	EIS: Digital stabilization
+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness	vs	Not supported
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	Not supported
+(dual front camera) 24MP + 2MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies	vs	Not supported
+4K UHD (3840x2160)8 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	HD (1280x720)
+Android 10Advantage Android 10 is newer and safer	vs	Android 2.2.1 Froyo
+4G LTE-AAdvantage The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster	vs	3G HSUPA
+(4G LTE-A) 600 Mbps82 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)Advantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+3200 mAh113% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	1500 mAh
+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video	vs	Not supported
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster	vs	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster	vs	3.0 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely	vs	Not supported
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	MicroUSB 2.0
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet	vs	HTML, XHTML, Flash player
+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys	vs	Not supported
Not supported	vs	+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards
218 grams (7.63 ounces)	vs	+119 grams (4.17 ounces)83% Lighter
Virtual proximity sensor	vs	+Proximity sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily
Type-C jack with 3.5mm jack adapter	vs	+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supported	vs	+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.

13 Common items in both devices

Super AMOLED

16 million

PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Ambient light sensor

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📱 Model features
	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (128GB/8GB)	Galaxy S Fascinate (SGH-T959D)
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Model	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (128GB/8GB)	Galaxy S Fascinate (SGH-T959D)
Other model names	小米MIX 3, Xiaomi Mix 3 M1810E5A	Telus Samsung Fascinate 3G+ SGH-T959D
Country or region available	(Global, International), China	USA
Brand	Xiaomi	Samsung
Release date	11/1/2018, Announced: 10/1/2018	11/1/2010
Depth	8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)	9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)
Size (width x height)	74.69 x 157.89 millimeters (2.94 x 6.22 in)	64.2 x 122.4 millimeters (2.53 x 4.82 in)
Weight	218 grams (7.63 ounces)	119 grams (4.17 ounces)
Build, materials	Aluminum body, glass front, ceramic back	feature not registered
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (128GB/8GB)	Galaxy S Fascinate (SGH-T959D)
Display type	Super AMOLED	Super AMOLED
Screen size	6.39" inches	4" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~85% (screen-to-body ratio)	~58% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x2340 pixels (19.5:9)	480x800 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	403 PPI	233 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass 3	Not supported
Refresh rate	60Hz	feature not registered
Display features	600nits[typ] HDR8	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (128GB/8GB)	Galaxy S Fascinate (SGH-T959D)
System version	Android 9.0 Pie	Android 2.2.1 Froyo
Firmware update	Android 10	feature not registered
User Interface	MIUI 10 / 12	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (128GB/8GB)	Galaxy S Fascinate (SGH-T959D)
Chipset	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 (SDM845) (10nm)	32bit: Samsung Exynos 3 Single 3110 (45nm)
CPU	Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 2.8GHz Kryo 385 Gold (Quad-core) 4x 1.7GHz Kryo 385 Silver (Quad-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A8 (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 630 (710MHz)	PowerVR SGX540
Performance (benchmark)	AnTuTu: 292353 (v7), 352130 (v8) Geekbench: 9065 (v4.4), 2170 (v5.1) GFXBench: 30fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (128GB/8GB)	Galaxy S Fascinate (SGH-T959D)
RAM memory	8GB LPDDR4X	512MB LPDDR
Internal storage	128GB (110GB available) UFS 2.1	16GB (15GB available)
External storage	Not supported	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (128GB/8GB)	Galaxy S Fascinate (SGH-T959D)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card	Not supported
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	600/50 Mbps	7.2/5.76 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	2G, 3G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	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	UMTS 850/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	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)	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	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	CSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Global version: UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1800/1900/2100 China version: UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	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)	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (128GB/8GB)	Galaxy S Fascinate (SGH-T959D)
Back camera (main camera)	(dual camera) 12 megapixels 12MP telephoto 1/3.4"1.0µm	5 megapixels
Main camera resolution	4000x3000 pixels	2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps	HD (1280x720) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash on both cameras	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/1.8 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/2.55" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.4µm pixel	feature not registered
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	OIS (4-axis): Optical stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Digital and optical zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection
BSI sensor	Supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo on both cameras	Not supported
Camera extras	4K@30/60fps 1080p@30/60/960fps	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (128GB/8GB)	Galaxy S Fascinate (SGH-T959D)
Front camera (secondary)	(dual front camera) 24 megapixels 2MP depth	Not supported
Front camera resolution	5656x4224 pixels	Not supported
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	Not supported
Front flash	LED	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.0 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	26mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/2.8" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	0.9µm pixel	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (128GB/8GB)	Galaxy S Fascinate (SGH-T959D)
Loudspeaker	Mono sound (not stereo)	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	2 microphones or more
Radio	Not supported	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV	MP4, H.264, H.263, XviD
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (128GB/8GB)	Galaxy S Fascinate (SGH-T959D)
USB	USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	Type-C jack with 3.5mm jack adapter	3.5mm jack
TV output	USB Type-C (reversible)	Not supported
Bluetooth	5.0 + A2DP/LE	3.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS	A-GPS, GeoTagging
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (128GB/8GB)	Galaxy S Fascinate (SGH-T959D)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Face unlock 2D Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted) Gyroscope Virtual proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (128GB/8GB)	Galaxy S Fascinate (SGH-T959D)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	3200 mAh	1500 mAh
Charger, watts	18W Wired fast charging Quick Charge 4	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	10W Qi wireless charging	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	feature not registered	6 hours
Standby	feature not registered	300 hours (12.5 days)
➕ Other features
	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (128GB/8GB)	Galaxy S Fascinate (SGH-T959D)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Not supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, Flash player
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Onyx Black, Jade Green, Sapphire Blue • Mechanical pop-up front camera	• Colors: Black • Samsung TouchWiz 3.0 UI • WiFi hotspot (Android 2.2 or higher) • Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 (128GB/8GB)	Galaxy S Fascinate (SGH-T959D)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	1.45W/kg (head), 1.57W/kg (body)	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered