Fairphone 3+ vs ZTE Libero 5G III
The Fairphone 3+ (2020) runs on the Snapdragon 632, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Fairphone 3+ leads — 13/100 vs 7/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Libero 5G III has the bigger battery (4120 mAh vs 3040); the main camera is 48 MP vs 13 MP; the Fairphone 3+ is noticeably lighter (189g vs 207g).
Fairphone 3+
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 207g
- Better camera (26/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (76/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 4120 vs 3040 mAh
- Longer battery life (15/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Fairphone 3+ vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Fairphone 3+ scores 6 points higher (13/100 vs 7/100). In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 3+ leads (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III leads (15/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 3+ leads (76/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 3+ notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III notably outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (15/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Fairphone 3+ notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (63/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 3+ notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (76/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Fairphone 3+ | ZTE Libero 5G III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 632 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 243691 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 295 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1037 | — | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 3040 mAh | 4120 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | — | |
| Storage | 64GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×71.8×9.9 mm | 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $489 | — |
Fairphone 3+
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Fairphone 3+
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Fairphone 3+
- 3040 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 4120 mAh
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 3+ notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (26/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III notably outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (15/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Fairphone 3+ notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (63/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 3+ notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (76/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Fairphone 3+ or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Fairphone 3+ edges out the ZTE Libero 5G III by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Fairphone 3+ and the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Fairphone 3+ has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 7/100.
Which has the better camera: the Fairphone 3+ or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Fairphone 3+ leads on camera score (26/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Fairphone 3+ over the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Fairphone 3+ is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.