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Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha vs Xiaomi Mi 3 (64GB)

Side by side comparison between Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha 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 Mix Alpha 21Points
7.92"
AMOLED

2088x2250

108
MP
12GB
RAM

Octa-core

4050
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 Mix Alpha

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!

Mi Mix Alpha} 21 Advantages Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha vs Mi 3 (64GB)} 9 Advantages Xiaomi Mi 3 (64GB)
+2.96GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)72%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs2.3GHz 32bit Quad-core
+12GB LPDDR4X5 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs2GB LPDDR3
+512GB (494GB available)7 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs64GB (60GB available)
+Flexible Super AMOLEDAdvantage
Flexible Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT LED-Backlit IPS LCD
+2088x2250 pixels127%
Higher resolution screen
vs1080x1920 pixels
+7.92"58%
Larger screen
vs5"
+(triple camera) 108MP + 12MP + 20MP10 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 13MP
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
vsOnly digital zoom
+f/1.7 (aperture)29%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/2.2 (aperture)
+6K UHD (5760x3240)8 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsFull HD (1920x1080)
+Android 10Advantage
Android 10 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 4.4.2 KitKat
+5G SA/NSAAdvantage
The 5G SA/NSA network is newer and faster
vs3G+ HSPA+
+(5G SA/NSA) 2000 Mbps47 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(3G+ HSPA+) 42 Mbps
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+HumidityAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+4050 mAh33%
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
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE 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
241 grams (8.44 ounces)vs+145 grams (5.08 ounces)66%
Lighter
10.4 millimeters (0.41 inches)vs+8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)28%
Thinner
388 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+(front) 2.1MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
Type-C reversible connectorvs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supportedvs+FMAdvantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
Not supportedvs+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
Not supportedvs+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

22 Common items in both devices
16 million
Dual-LED flash
PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus
EIS: Digital stabilization
HDR photo only main camera / HDR photo/video only main camera
Capacitive
Multitouch
+15 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Xiaomi Mi Mix AlphaXiaomi Mi 3 (64GB)
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ModelXiaomi Mi Mix AlphaXiaomi Mi 3 (64GB)
Other model names小米MIX Alpha, Xiaomi Mix AlphaXiaomi Mi3 WCDMA, Xiaomi 3 China Unicom
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
feature not registered
BrandXiaomiXiaomi
Release date2/1/202012/1/2013
Depth10.4 millimeters (0.41 inches)8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)
Size (width x height)72.3 x 154.38 millimeters (2.85 x 6.08 in)73.6 x 144 millimeters (2.9 x 5.67 in)
Weight241 grams (8.44 ounces)145 grams (5.08 ounces)
Build, materialsTitanium frame, glass front, ceramic and glass backfeature not registered
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

Xiaomi Mi Mix AlphaXiaomi Mi 3 (64GB)
Display typeFlexible Super AMOLEDTFT LED-Backlit IPS LCD
Screen size7.92" inches5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~180.8% (screen-to-body ratio)~65% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution2088x2250 pixels1080x1920 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)388 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 Mix AlphaXiaomi Mi 3 (64GB)
System versionAndroid 10Android 4.2.1 Jelly Bean
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 4.4.2 KitKat
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Xiaomi Mi Mix AlphaXiaomi Mi 3 (64GB)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ (SM8150-AC) (7nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 MSM8274AB (28nm)
CPUOcta-core, 3 processors:
1x 2.96GHz Kryo 485 (Single-core)
3x 2.42GHz Kryo 485 (Triple-core)
4x 1.8GHz Kryo 485 (Quad-core)
Quad-core, 1 processor:
4x 2.3GHz Krait 400 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 640 (672MHz)Qualcomm Adreno 330 450MHz
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Xiaomi Mi Mix AlphaXiaomi Mi 3 (64GB)
RAM memory12GB LPDDR4X2GB LPDDR3
Internal storage512GB (494GB available)
UFS 3.0
64GB (60GB available)
External storageNot supportedNot supported

📶 Mobile networks

Xiaomi Mi Mix AlphaXiaomi Mi 3 (64GB)
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 / Upload2000/150 Mbps42/5.76 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G, 5G2G, 3G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkTD-SCDMA 1900/2000
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat20 (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8)
TD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Not supported
Primary 5G networkSA/NSA/Sub6 (Bands 41, 78, 79)Not supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSAGPRS, 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 Mix AlphaXiaomi Mi 3 (64GB)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
108 megapixels
12MP telephoto f/2.054mm1/2.55"1.4µmPDAFLaserAF2x-optical-zoom
20MP ultrawide f/2.213mm1/2.8"1.0µmLaserAF
13 megapixels
Main camera resolution12000x9000 pixels4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)6K UHD (5760x3240) 30 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashDual-LED flashDual-LED flash
Focal aperturef/1.7 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered28mm (lens)
Sensor size1/1.33" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size0.8µm pixelfeature not registered
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomDigital and optical zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRHDR photo only main cameraHDR photo/video only main camera
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Xiaomi Mi Mix AlphaXiaomi Mi 3 (64GB)
Front camera (secondary)Not supported2.1 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported1920x1080 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedFull HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Xiaomi Mi Mix AlphaXiaomi Mi 3 (64GB)
LoudspeakerSupportedSupported
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedFM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, DivX, XviD, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Xiaomi Mi Mix AlphaXiaomi Mi 3 (64GB)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoMicroUSB 2.0
Audio outputType-C reversible connector3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedNot supported
Bluetooth5.0 + A2DP/LE4.0 + 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, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCNot supportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Xiaomi Mi Mix AlphaXiaomi Mi 3 (64GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Humidity
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Xiaomi Mi Mix AlphaXiaomi Mi 3 (64GB)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
BM31
Battery capacity4050 mAh3050 mAh
Charger, watts40W Wired fast 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 Mix AlphaXiaomi Mi 3 (64GB)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice 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: Black
• MIUI 11
• 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 Mix AlphaXiaomi Mi 3 (64GB)
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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