Comparison Xiaomi Redmi Note 3i Pro SE 32 GB / 3 GB vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Pro 32 GB / 3 GB

The test results are specified either by a younger model in a line or a particular model, made for a better understanding performance of phone models if you compare phones against these parameters. For example, the 128 GB model has test results, and the 256 GB model has no information on the network, and in both models you will see the same value that will give an understanding of the overall performance of the device. But if the editorial office has information for each model individually, then each model will have its test results filled out, and the model with bigger RAM will have bigger values.

The result shown by the device when passing the AnTuTu Benchmark performance test.

AnTuTu Benchmark is a comprehensive test designed specifically for mobile devices, primarily smartphones and tablets. It checks the efficiency of the processor, memory, graphics and I/O systems, thus providing a fairly visual impression of the capabilities of the system. The better the result, the more points are given at the end. And high-performance by AnTuTu rating are smartphones that score over 750K points

Like any benchmark, this test does not give absolute accuracy: the same device can show different results, usually with deviations within 5 – 7%. These deviations depend on many factors that are not directly related to the system — from the load of the device with third-party programs to the air temperature during testing. So, it is possible to speak about a significant difference between the two models only if the difference in their indicators goes beyond those 5 – 7%.

Types of communications supported by the device in addition to mobile networks.

This list includes two types of characteristics. The first is the communication technologies themselves: Wi-Fi (including advanced standards Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)) , Bluetooth(including the new generation Bluetooth v 5 in the form of versions 5.0, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 and 5.4), NFC, satellite communications. The second type is additional functions implemented through one or another communication standard: this is primarily support for aptX(including aptX HD and aptX Adaptive), DLNA multimedia technology and even a built-in walkie-talkie. Here is a more detailed description of each of these characteristics:

— Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n). Wi-Fi is a wireless communication technology that in modern phones can be used both to access the Internet through wireless access points, and for direct communication...with other devices (in particular, cameras and drones). Wi-Fi is a must for smartphones, but is extremely rare in traditional phones. Specifically, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) provides data transfer speeds of up to 600 Mbit/s and uses two frequency ranges at once - 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, making it compatible with earlier 802.11 b/g standards and with more new Wi-Fi 5 (see below). Wi-Fi 4 is considered a relatively modest standard by modern standards, but it is still quite sufficient for most tasks.

- Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac). The Wi-Fi standard (see above), which is the successor to Wi-Fi 4. In theory, it supports speeds of up to 6.77 Gbps, and also uses the 5 GHz band - it is less loaded with extraneous signals and more noise-resistant than the traditional 2.4 GHz. For compatibility purposes, a smartphone with a Wi-Fi 5 module may provide support for earlier standards, but it would not hurt to clarify this point separately.

- WiGig (802.11ad). Further, after Wi-Fi 5, the development of Wi-Fi standards, characterized primarily by the use of the 60 GHz band. In terms of maximum speed, it is virtually no different from Wi-Fi 5, however, the higher frequency increases the channel capacity, so that when several gadgets simultaneously communicate with one common device (for example, a router), the communication speed does not drop as much as in earlier standards. On the other hand, the 802.11ad signal is almost incapable of passing through walls; Manufacturers use various tricks to compensate for this shortcoming, but the best communication quality is still achieved only with direct visibility. Relatively little equipment for the WiGig standard is currently being produced, and it is not compatible with earlier versions of Wi-Fi; Therefore, smartphones usually provide support for other standards.

- Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax). A standard developed as a direct development and improvement of Wi-Fi 5. Uses the ranges from 1 to 7 GHz - that is, it is capable of operating at standard frequencies of 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz (including equipment of earlier standards), and in others frequency bands. The maximum data transfer rate has increased to 10 Gbps, but the main advantage of Wi-Fi 6 was not even this, but the further optimization of the simultaneous operation of several devices on the same channel (improving the technical solutions used in Wi-Fi 5 and WiGig). Thanks to this, Wi-Fi 6 gives the lowest speed drop among modern standards when the channel is busy.

- Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax). The Wi-Fi 6E standard is technically called 802.11ax. But unlike basic Wi-Fi 6 (for more details, see the corresponding paragraph), which is named similarly, it provides for operation in the unused 6 GHz band. In total, the standard uses 14 different frequency bands, offering high throughput in the most crowded places with many active connections. And it is backwards compatible with previous versions.

— Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be). The technology, like the previous Wi-Fi 6E, is capable of operating in three frequency ranges: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz. At the same time, the maximum bandwidth in Wi-Fi 7 was increased from 160 MHz to 320 MHz - the wider the channel, the more data it can transmit. The IEEE 802.11be standard uses 4096-QAM modulation, which also allows more symbols to be accommodated in a data transmission unit. From Wi-Fi 7 you can squeeze out a maximum theoretical information exchange speed of up to 46 Gbps. In the context of using wireless connections for streaming and video games, the implemented MLO (Multi-Link Operation) development seems very interesting. With its help, you can aggregate several channels in different ranges, which significantly reduces delays in data transmission and ensures low and stable ping. And Multi-RU (Multiple Resource Unit) technology is designed to minimize communication delays when there are many connected client devices.

— Bluetooth. Direct wireless communication technology between various devices. In mobile phones it is used primarily for connecting headphones, headsets and wrist gadgets such as fitness bracelets, but other methods of application are also possible - remote control mode, direct file transfer, etc. In modern mobile phones there can be different versions of Bluetooth, here are their features:

• Bluetooth v 4.0. A fundamental update (after version 3.0), introducing another data transmission format - Bluetooth Low Energy (LE). This protocol is designed primarily for miniature devices that transmit small amounts of information, such as fitness bracelets and medical sensors. Bluetooth LE allows you to significantly save energy during such communication.
• Bluetooth v4.1. Development and improvement of Bluetooth 4.0. One of the key improvements was the optimization of collaboration with 4G LTE communication modules - so that Bluetooth and LTE do not interfere with each other. In addition, this version makes it possible to simultaneously use a Bluetooth device in several roles - for example, to remotely control an external device while simultaneously streaming music to headphones.
• Bluetooth v4.2. Further, after 4.1, the development of the Bluetooth standard. It did not provide any fundamental updates, but received a number of improvements regarding reliability and noise immunity, as well as improved compatibility with the Internet of Things.
• Bluetooth v 5.0. Version introduced in 2016. The key innovations were the further expansion of capabilities associated with the Internet of Things. In particular, in the Bluetooth Low Energy protocol (see above), it became possible to double the data transfer rate (up to 2 Mbit/s) at the cost of reducing the range, and also quadruple the range at the cost of reducing the speed; In addition, a number of improvements have been introduced regarding simultaneous work with a large number of connected devices.
• Bluetooth v5.1. Update of the version described above v 5.0. In addition to general improvements in the quality and reliability of communication, this update introduced such an interesting feature as determining the direction from which the Bluetooth signal is coming. Thanks to this, it becomes possible to determine the location of connected devices with centimeter accuracy, which can be useful, for example, when searching for wireless headphones.
• Bluetooth v 5.2. The next update after 5.1 is Bluetooth 5 generation. The main innovations in this version are a number of security improvements, additional optimization of power consumption in LE mode and a new audio signal format for synchronizing parallel playback on multiple devices.
• Bluetooth v 5.3. The Bluetooth v 5.3 wireless protocol was introduced at the dawn of 2022. Among the innovations in it, they accelerated the process of negotiating a communication channel between the controller and the device, implemented the function of quickly switching between the operating state in a low duty cycle and a high-speed mode, and improved the throughput and stability of the communication by reducing susceptibility to interference. When unexpected interference occurs in Low Energy mode, the procedure for selecting a communication channel to switch from now on has been accelerated. There are no fundamental innovations in protocol 5.3, but a number of qualitative improvements are evident in it.
• Bluetooth v5.4. Protocol version 5.4, which was introduced at the beginning of 2023, increased the range and speed of data exchange, which is well suited for use in applications that require communication over long distances (for example, smart home systems). Also in Bluetooth v 5.4, the energy-saving BLE mode has been improved. This version of the protocol uses new security features to protect data from unauthorized access, has increased communication reliability by selecting the best channel for communication, and prevents communication losses due to interference.

- aptX support. aptX technology was developed to improve the quality of sound transmitted over Bluetooth. When transmitting sound in a regular format, without aptX, the signal is compressed quite heavily, which affects the sound quality; This is not critical when talking on the phone, but it can significantly spoil the impression of listening to music. In turn, aptX allows you to transmit an audio signal with virtually no compression and achieve sound quality comparable to a wired communication. Such features will be especially appreciated by music lovers who prefer Bluetooth headphones or wireless speakers. Of course, to use aptX, both your smartphone and external audio device must support it.

- aptX HD support. aptX HD is a further development and improvement of the original aptX technology, allowing you to transmit sound in even higher quality - Hi-Res (24-bits/48kHz). According to the creators, this standard allows you to achieve signal quality superior to AudioCD and sound purity comparable to wired communication. The latter is often questionable, but it can be argued that overall aptX HD provides very high sound quality. On the other hand, all the advantages of this technology become noticeable only on Hi-Res audio - with quality 24-bits/48kHz or higher; otherwise, the quality is limited not so much by the characteristics of the communication as by the properties of the source files.

- Support for aptX LL. A modification of aptX technology, designed to minimize signal transmission delays. Encoding and decoding a signal when transmitting audio via Blueooth with aptX inevitably takes some time; This is not critical when listening to music, but in videos or games there may be a noticeable desynchronization between the image and sound. The aptX LL technology does not have this shortcoming; it also gives a delay, but this delay is so small that a person does not notice it.

- Support for aptX Adaptive. Further development of aptX; actually combines the capabilities of aptX HD and aptX Low Latency, but is not limited to this. One of the main features of this standard is the so-called adaptive bitrate: the codec automatically adjusts the actual data transfer rate based on the characteristics of the broadcast content (music, game audio, voice communications, etc.) and the congestion of the frequencies used. This, in particular, helps reduce energy consumption and increase communication reliability; and special algorithms allow you to broadcast sound quality comparable to aptX HD (24 bits/48 kHz), using much less transmitted data. And the minimum data transfer latency (at the aptX LL level) makes this codec excellent for games and movies.

— NFC chip. NFC is a technology for wireless communication over ultra-low distances, up to 10 cm. One of the most popular applications of this technology in smartphones is contactless payments, when the device actually plays the role of a credit card: just bring the device to a terminal that supports contactless technology like PayPass or PayWave. Another common way to use NFC is to automatically connect to another NFC-compatible device via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth: gadgets brought close to each other automatically set up a communication, and the customer only needs to confirm it. Other options are technically possible: recognizing smart cards and RFID tags, using the device as a travel card, access card, etc. However, such use formats are much less common.

- DLNA support. DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a technology that allows you to combine various home devices (from computers to household appliances) into a single network for content exchange and control. When a device supporting this technology is connected to a common network, the customer can, for example, broadcast video from it to the TV screen, control the functions of an audio or video player (in other words, use it as a remote control) and even receive notifications from household appliances on the phone ( such as a microwave oven). In mobile phones, DLNA communication is usually implemented using Wi-Fi technology.

- Infrared port. The infrared port looks like a small “eye”, usually on the top end of the phone. This equipment allows you to turn your phone into a remote control for controlling various equipment - just install the appropriate application. At the same time, we note that among such applications you can find an option for almost any device - from TVs to air conditioners, hoods, etc. Accordingly, the “smartphone remote control” turns out to be very universal.

— Walkie-talkie. Built-in radio module that allows you to use the phone as a walkie-talkie - for communication over relatively low distances without using SIM cards. Of course, for such communication you will need another walkie-talkie (or a phone with this function). The specific frequencies supported by the built-in radio module should be clarified separately; however, all phones with this feature operate in one or more standard bands. In practice, this means that they are capable of communicating not only with similar phones, but also with classic civilian walkie-talkies - provided they match the supported bands. The communication range is usually quite low; however, the built-in walkie-talkie can be very useful for tech in situations where conventional mobile communications are ineffective or unavailable. Typical examples of such situations are staying “far from civilization”, in an area of poor treatment, or traveling abroad, where roaming is expensive.

- Satellite communication. The satellite communication function is intended to send emergency alerts to rescue services in emergency situations. Smartphones with the ability to connect to satellite frequencies can communicate with emergency services in areas where there is no mobile network treatment. For better signal reception from satellites, it is advisable for the customer to be in an open space. At the stage of function formation, only ready-made requests can be transferred. In the future, it is planned to support full messaging via satellite communications, but a separate fee will be charged for them.

The materials of which the bezel (side edging) and the back cover of the device are made.

In our catalog, this data are indicated in two words — frame material and cover material. For example, a device with a glass back and metal edging would be labeled as "metal/glass" (bezel first, then lid). Two words are specified even if the same material is used for both elements — for example, "metal/metal" for an all-metal case.

The main bezel materials include plastic, metal, glass, rubber, and ceramics. Back covers are also made mainly of plastic, metal, ceramics or rubber, and among glass there is a special variety — Gorilla glass parts. Occasionally, more specific materials are used, such as leather. Here is a more detailed description of each of these options:

— Plastic. A fairly simple, inexpensive and at the same time versatile and practical material. Actually, nowadays there are many varieties of plastic on the market, which differ in price and practical properties; so that the general property of this material depends primarily on the price category of the device. The easiest...way to give cover an unusual design is using plastic, although this design is also found in other materials. In general, all types of plastic in modern phones can be divided into glossy, matte, fluted and soft-touch. The gloss looks the shiniest, but dirt is very noticeable on it (first of all, fingerprints), moreover, such cases tend to slip in the hands. Matte surfaces are not as good-looking, but they are less sensitive to dirt. Soft touch is a special kind of matte plastic: due to the specific surface texture, this material is perceived as soft to the touch, similar to rubber. Also, it is perfectly held in the hands and almost does not slip. Fluted plastic is considered the most reliable in this regard — with signature notches on the surface; however, not everyone likes the look and feel of such surfaces when held.
As for combinations with other materials, plastic frames can be provided in metal and glass cases — for a secure hold; and plastic covers can be supplemented with metal or rubber frames for increased reliability.

— Metal. Usually metal most often means aluminium alloy. This material combines high strength, low weight and good thermal conductivity (the latter is especially important for removing heat from the hardware of performant smartphones). Metal cases are relatively rarely made in bright colours, but such a design is also possible; in addition, even without additional coloring, this material looks good. In general, it costs more than plastic, but nowadays even low cost phone models can be made of metal. At the same time, the metal frame can be combined with almost any cover material, however, such frames are especially popular in models with a glass back panel — the metal gives the case additional strength. Metal covers are found mainly among all-metal cases, less often in combination with a plastic frame (it allows you to reduce the cost and improve the permeability of the case for communication signals).

— Glass. Phone cases usually use special tempered glass of increased strength (a special kind of such glass — Gorilla Glass — is indicated separately, see below). Theoretically, glass is more sensitive to shock than most other materials, but in fact it is still quite difficult to break such a surface. At the same time, these cases look quite stylish and unusual. Their disadvantages include a rather high cost, as well as the signature features of glossy surfaces — the tendency to slip out of hands and "collect" dirt, especially fingerprints. In terms of specific body parts, glass is most often used for back covers; they are often complemented by frames made of more durable material (usually metal). But glass frames are usually part of all-glass cases — other design options do not make sense for a number of reasons.

— Gorilla Glass. A special type of high-strength glass from which back covers can be made. For glass in general, see above; and Gorilla Glass features are detailed in the Main Display section. We only note that, as in displays, different versions of such glass can be used in the rear panels of the case, differing in resistance to shock and scratches.

— Rubber. Usually, in this case we are talking about a body or a frame made of a hard material (plastic or metal) with an additional rubber coating. The use of such a coating is an unmistakable sign of a phone with a high degree of protection — waterproof, and often also shockproof. Rubber is the optimal material for such devices: it perfectly resists both moisture and shock, well insulates the hardware from cold and heat, while such a surface is pleasant to the touch and does not slip in the hand. The main drawback of this material is its bulkiness: the rubber coating must be quite thick, so that it noticeably affects the dimensions of the device. Thus, it makes sense to pay attention to this option in occasions where security is more important for you than compactness. At the same time, we note that the rubber case can be combined with a metal frame, and the rubber frame can be installed on a plastic device; these options also turn out to be quite reliable.

— Ceramics. Ceramics is material made by sintering raw materials at high temperatures. Mobile phones use special high-strength types of such materials. The advantages of ceramics include a stylish appearance and good reliability in most situations. On the other hand, such compositions are still quite sensitive to impacts (especially point impacts), they tend to slip in the hands, and they are not cheap. Therefore, ceramics is rarely used in modern mobile phones — mainly as a fashion material in fairly advanced models. Most of these models combine a ceramic lid with a metal frame; all-ceramic cases are noticeably less common.

— Leather. A rather rare and specific material, used mainly as a design solution. Leather covering in such cases is provided for the back cover, while the frame is made of metal or plastic. This material gives the device a solid appearance, emphasizing the status of the owner; in addition, it is pleasant to the touch and does not allow the device to slip out of the hand. However, leather is expensive and not reliable: it is easily scratched and torn even with light contact with sharp objects, and is also prone to abrasion. Therefore, such cases are not popular even among high-end phones.