Redmi 3S vs Tecno Pop 5X
The Redmi 3S (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 3S leads — 12/100 vs 9/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 3S has the bigger battery (4100 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 8 MP.
Redmi 3S
Tecno Pop 5X
- Bigger battery: 4100 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 13MP vs 8MP
- Lighter: 144g vs 150g
- Longer battery life (14/100 vs 12/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 9/100
Comparing the Redmi 3S vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Redmi 3S scores 3 points higher (12/100 vs 9/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 3S leads (100/100 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, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 3S and the Tecno Pop 5X are nearly equal (14/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 3S | Tecno Pop 5X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 180440 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 827 | — | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 32GB | |
| OS | — | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 139.3×69.6×8.5 mm | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 144 g | 150 g | |
| Price | $120 | — |
Redmi 3S
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 3S
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 3S
- 4100 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
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, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 3S and the Tecno Pop 5X are nearly equal (14/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 3S or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Redmi 3S edges out the Tecno Pop 5X by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 3S and the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Redmi 3S has a MobileRank rating of 12/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.
Should you choose the Redmi 3S over the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Redmi 3S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.