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Xiaomi Mi 3
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Xiaomi Mi 3

Released: 2013, September. Released 2013, DecemberPrice: About 200 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.3 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), MIUI 5
CPUQuad-core 2.3 GHz Krait 400
GPUAdreno 330
NFCYes
SIMMini-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
Size5.0 inches, 68.9 cm, 2, (~65.0% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
BrandXiaomi
BuildGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
ModelXiaomi Mi 3
PriceAbout 200 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
CameraPhoto, /, Video
ColorsWhite, Gray, Black, Yellow, Pink, Blue, Gold, Green
Single2 MP, f/2.2
StatusDiscontinued
Weight145 g (5.11 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8274AB Snapdragon 800 (28 nm)
DisplayContrast ratio: 907 (nominal), 2.001 (sunlight)
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
Charging18W wired, QC2
FeaturesDual-LED flash, HDR
Internal16GB 2GB RAM, 64GB 2GB RAM
Released2013, September. Released 2013, December
Stand-byUp to 500 h
Announced2013, September. Released 2013, December
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
Card slotNo
Talk timeUp to 25 h
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions144 x 73.6 x 8.1 mm (5.67 x 2.90 x 0.32 in)
Music playUp to 50 h
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA
LoudspeakerVoice 69dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 75dB
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio qualityNoise -91.5dB / Crosstalk -44.2dB
Battery (old)Endurance rating 66h

Xiaomi Mi 3 Overview

About Xiaomi Mi 3 Xiaomi Mi 3 is a discontinued device from Xiaomi's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2013. Xiaomi Mi 3 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 2GB RAM, 64GB 2GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8274AB Snapdragon 800 (28 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Xiaomi Mi 3 can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Xiaomi Mi 3?

The Xiaomi Mi 3 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Xiaomi Mi 3 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Xiaomi devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Xiaomi Mi 3 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Xiaomi Mi 3 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Xiaomi Mi 3 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Xiaomi Mi 3.