Lava Blaze Amoled 2 vs Redmi 3S
The Lava Blaze Amoled 2 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Redmi 3S (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430; launch prices were $139 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 leads — 50/100 vs 21/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 180,440); the Redmi 3S is noticeably lighter (144g vs 174g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Blaze Amoled 2
Redmi 3S
What makes Lava Blaze Amoled 2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 180440
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 827
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Redmi 3S better?
- Lighter: 144g vs 174g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $139
- Overall rating 21/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 vs the Redmi 3S, the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 scores 29 points higher (50/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 leads (51/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 leads (46/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Lava Blaze Amoled 2 — 78/100, Redmi 3S — 24/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (51/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (79/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 is a bit better (46/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 and the Redmi 3S are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Blaze Amoled 2 | Redmi 3S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 180440 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 827 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 5.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4100 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 16GB / 32GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×76.1×7.6 mm | 139.3×69.6×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 174 g | 144 g | |
| Launch price | $139 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Lava Blaze Amoled 2
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 3S
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Lava Blaze Amoled 2
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 3S
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Blaze Amoled 2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 3S
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Blaze Amoled 2 and Redmi 3S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Blaze Amoled 2 leads Redmi 3S by 284.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $19. Redmi 3S was $19 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (51/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (79/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 is a bit better (46/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 and the Redmi 3S are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 or the Redmi 3S?
The Lava Blaze Amoled 2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S by 29 points (50/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 and the Redmi 3S?
The Lava Blaze Amoled 2 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Redmi 3S — 21/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 or the Redmi 3S?
The Lava Blaze Amoled 2 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 or the Redmi 3S?
The Lava Blaze Amoled 2 leads on performance (51/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Lava Blaze Amoled 2 over the Redmi 3S?
The Lava Blaze Amoled 2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.