Realme 3 vs Redmi Note 7: price, specifications compared
The new Realme 3 comes at a time when Samsung and Xiaomi launching budget smartphones, with the new Redmi Note 7 seeming to be a strong model in the segment. Both the Redmi Note 7 and Realme 3 are powerful mid-rangers and comes in the budget.
Let’s take a look at the differences in pricing and specifications of the two smartphones.
Realme 3 Vs Redmi Note 7 Prices Compared
The Realme 3 price in India will start at Rs 8,999 for the 3GB + 32GB variant, while its 4GB + 64GB option costs Rs 10,999. The handset is available for purchase in Radiant Blue and Dynamic Black gradient finishes.
The Redmi Note 7 price in India is Rs 9,999 for the base model, which comes with 3GB RAM and 32GB storage. The higher variant comes with 4GB RAM + 64GB storage and is priced at Rs 11,999. The phone is available in three colour options, Onyx Black, Sapphire Blue, and Ruby Red.
Also See: Redmi Note 7 Review
Realme 3 Vs Redmi Note 7 Specifications Compared
Design
The Realme 3 uses an injection moulded unibody plastic construction, which according to the brand, is stronger than a design that utilises a middle-frame, screen and back panel.
The Redmi Note 7 uses a glass-sandwich design and features 2.5D glass on the back and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 on the front.
Display
The Realme 3 has a 6.2-inch HD+ display with a waterdrop notch at the top and is also protected by Gorilla Glass. However, Redmi Note 7 has a higher full-HD+, 6.3-inch display resulting in a better viewing experience.
Camera
For selfies, a 13MP shooter is available with AI portrait mode and AI Beautification. The Redmi Note 7 also has a dual-camera setup on the rear, 12-megapixel unit and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. A 13MP camera takes care of selfies.
Also See: Realme 3 Review
Comparison: Realme 3 Vs Redmi Note 7
Compared Points |
Realme 3 |
Redmi Note 7 |
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NETWORK |
Technology |
GSM / HSPA / LTE | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
2G Bands |
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 – SIM 1 & SIM 2 | ||
3G Bands |
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 | ||
4G Bands |
LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 20(800), 38(2600), 40(2300), 41(2500) | ||
Speed |
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A (2CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps | ||
GPRS |
Yes | ||
Edge |
Yes | ||
LAUNCH |
Announced |
2019, March | 2019, February |
Status |
Released 2019, March | Available. Released 2019, March | |
BODY |
Dimensions |
156.1 x 75.6 x 8.3 mm (6.15 x 2.98 x 0.33 in) | 159.2 x 75.2 x 8.1 mm (6.27 x 2.96 x 0.32 in) |
Weight |
175 g (6.17 oz) | 185 g (6.53 oz) | |
Build |
Front glass, plastic body | Front/back glass (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame | |
SIM |
Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | |
DISPLAY |
Type |
IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors | IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors |
Size |
6.22 inches, 96.6 cm2 (~81.8% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.3 inches, 97.4 cm2 (~81.4% screen-to-body ratio) | |
Resolution |
720 x 1520 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~270 ppi density) | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~409 ppi density) | |
Protection |
Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | |
PLATFORM |
OS |
Android 9.0 (Pie); ColorOS 6 | Android 9.0 (Pie); MIUI 10 |
Chipset |
Mediatek MT6771 Helio P60 (12 nm) | Qualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 (14 nm) | |
| Mediatek Helio P70 (12nm) | |||
CPU |
Octa-core (4×2.0 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4×2.0 GHz Cortex-A53) | Octa-core (4×2.2 GHz Kryo 260 & 4×1.8 GHz Kryo 260) | |
| Octa-core (4×2.1 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4×2.0 GHz Cortex-A53) | |||
GPU |
Mali-G72 MP3 | Adreno 512 | |
MEMORY |
Card Slot |
microSD, up to 256 GB (dedicated slot) | microSD, up to 256 GB (uses SIM 2 slot) |
Internal |
64 GB, 4 GB RAM or 32 GB, 3 GB RAM | 64 GB, 4 GB RAM or 32 GB, 3 GB RAM | |
MAIN CAMERA |
Single |
13 MP, f/1.8, 1/3″, 1.12µm, PDAF | 12 MP, f/2.2, 1/2.9″, 1.25 micrometer, PDAF |
| 2 MP, depth sensor | 2 MP, f/2.4, depth sensor | ||
Features |
LED flash, HDR | Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
Video |
1080p@30fps | 1080p@30/60/120fps, (gyro-EIS) | |
SELFIE CAMERA |
Single |
13 MP, f/2.0, 1/3″, 1.12µm | 13 MP, f/2.0, 1.25 micrometer |
Features |
HDR | HDR | |
Video |
1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps | |
SOUND |
Loudspeaker |
Yes | Yes |
3.5mm jack |
Yes | Yes | |
| Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic | |||
COMMS |
WLAN |
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
Bluetooth |
4.2, A2DP, LE | 5.0, A2DP, LE | |
GPS |
Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS | |
Radio |
FM radio | FM radio, recording | |
USB |
microUSB 2.0, USB On-The-Go | 2.0, Type-C 1.0 reversible connector | |
FEATURES |
Sensors |
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
BATTERY |
Non-removable Li-Ion 4230 mAh battery | Non-removable Li-Po 4000 mAh battery | |
Charging |
Fast battery charging 10W | Fast battery charging 9V/2A 18W (Quick Charge 4) | |
MISC |
Colors |
Black, Dynamic Black, Radiant Blue | Onyx Black, Sapphire Blue, Ruby Red |
