Meizu M3 released in April 2016 in China and followed by other countries. Meizu is continuously releasing their new smartphones from the beginning of 2016. Their portfolio is getting increased every month with the new arrivals.
Meizu M3 Specs
| Features | Specs |
|---|---|
| Display | 5.0 inch |
| Screen Resolution | 720 x 1280 pixels |
| Operating System | Android 5.1 (Flyme 5.1 OS) |
| CPU | MediaTek MT6750 Octa-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Mali-T860MP2 |
| Memory | 2GB or 3GB of RAM |
| Inbuilt Storage | 16GB or 32GB |
| Storage Upgrade | 128GB via micro SD card |
| Primary Camera | 13 MP with dual-LED Flash |
| Video recording | 1080 @ 30fps |
| Secondary Camera | 5 MP |
| Battery | 2870mAh (Non-Removable) |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| 4G | Yes |
| SIM card type | Dual SIM |
| Weight | 132 gms |
Meizu M3 Complete Details
Display
Meizu M3 has a 5-inch screen with IPS LCD. Screen resolution is 720 x 1280 pixels. In this HD resolution, the display clarity is above average with the screen density of 294 pixels per inch. The screen is made of the 2.5D arc curved glass.
There is no Corning Gorilla Glass in this smartphone. Instead, there is a cover glass named SCHOTT Xensation for scratch resistance.
CPU and GPU
The processor chipset in Meizu M3 is MediaTek’s MT6750 Octa-core Cortex – A53 with a maximum clock speed of 1.5GHz. The supported GPU is Mali T-860MP2. This is an excellent combination of hardware. We can expect good performance in multi-tasking and flawless smartphone experience.
RAM and Storage
There are two variants available based on the RAM and storage. First is the lower variant with 2GB of RAM and 16GB of inbuilt storage and the second is the higher variant with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of inbuilt storage. Though 2GB RAM is enough, 3GB RAM surely increases the performance. Storage can be expanded up to 128GB via SD card slot.
Software
The Flyme 5.1 User Interface which is based on the Android 5.1 Lollipop is the one installed in Meizu M3. We can expect the Marshmallow update for Flyme OS can be anytime soon. But, there is no confirmation or News yet from Meizu.
Camera
The primary camera on the rear side is the usual 13MP CMOS sensor with dual LED flash. It captures video at 1080 pixels at 30 frames per second. In the front, there is an average 5 MP camera.
Battery
Meizu M3 carries a 2870mAh battery. It is non-removable. There is no confirmed information about the fast charging feature for the battery.
Other Features and Connectivity
The fingerprint sensor, Dual SIM (second SIM or SD card slot), WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, USB type C, USB OTA, 4G LTE are the notable features we have found in this smartphone. One feature missing is the NFC, which is popular in the Western smartphones.
Price
The price of Meizu M3 is only announced for China. The lower variant with 2GB RAM and 16 GB storage priced at Chinese Yuan 599 (approx.. Indian Rs.6,100 and US $93). The higher variant with 3GB RAM and 32GB storage priced at Chinese Yuan 799 (approx.. Indian Rs.8,200 and US $124).
Performance Expectation of Meizu M3
The hardware specs such as CPU, GPU and RAM are configured well in this device. The Octa-core processor is a decent one in Meizu M3. We consider the 3GB RAM is better than the 2GB variant to meet the performance expectation. This device will perform well for the long use based on the specs.
Pros and Cons of Meizu M3
Pros
- MediaTek Octa-core processor
- 13 MP Rear Camera
- 2GB or 3GB RAM
- Reasonable Price and Value for money
Cons
- Non-removable battery
Opinion to Buyers – Meizu M3
Everything looks decent in this smartphone. The display is above average. Hardware is better for multi-tasking and long use for gaming. The battery is also good. The price is what attractive considering the specs sheet. We suggest reading the user opinions once the smartphone started its sales. If you are satisfied with the user opinions, go for this mid-range smartphone.
The latest news is the device got 4.5 Million registrations in just 24 hours. It is officially declared by the company itself.
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