Redmi 3S vs Tecno Phantom V Fold2

The Redmi 3S (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads — 73/100 vs 21/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 has the bigger battery (5750 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,453,683 vs 180,440); the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 3S doesn't; the Redmi 3S is noticeably lighter (144g vs 249g).

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S by 52 points (73/100 vs 21/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 3S
Performance 11
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 35
Portability 78
Value for money 24
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Performance 73
Display 79
Camera 78
Battery 68
Portability 52
Value for money
What makes Redmi 3S better?
  • Lighter: 144g vs 249g

  • Better portability (78/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold2 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1453683 vs 180440
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 205
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 827
  • Bigger battery: 5750 vs 4100 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (73/100 vs 11/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 35/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 3S vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold2, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 scores 52 points higher (73/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (73/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (68/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (73/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (79/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (68/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 3S notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (78/100 vs 52/100).

Redmi 3S: The Redmi 3S is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Phantom V Fold2: The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 3S Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
AnTuTu 180440 1453683
Geekbench Single 205 1967
Geekbench Multi 827 5401
Display 5.0" IPS LCD 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2000x2296
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4100 mAh 5750 mAh
Charging 70W
Wireless charging 15W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 32 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 12GB
Storage 16GB / 32GB 512GB
OS Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HiOS 14 Fold
Brightness (peak) 1600 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 139.3×69.6×8.5 mm 159.0×140.4×6.1 mm
Weight 144 g 249 g
Launch price $120
Camera comparison
Redmi 3S
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 3S
  • 5.0" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2000x2296
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 3S
  • 4100 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
35
battery
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • 5750 mAh
  • Wired: 70W
  • Wireless: 15W
68
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 3S and Tecno Phantom V Fold2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 3S Qualcomm Snapdragon 430
21/100
180440 AnTuTu
Tecno Phantom V Fold2 MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
73/100 +87.6%
1453683 AnTuTu

Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads Redmi 3S by 87.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 3S
$120
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (73/100 vs 11/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (79/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (78/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (68/100 vs 35/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi 3S notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (78/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 3S or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S by 52 points (73/100 vs 21/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 3S and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Redmi 3S has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 3S or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 3S or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on performance (73/100 vs 11/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 3S over the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Redmi 3S is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.