Review of Meizu M3E and M3 Max: a budget phone “like a flagship” and the best inexpensive phablet. Meizu M3 Max - Technical specifications Why is such a large screen useful?

Information about the make, model, and alternative names of the specific device, if available.

Design

Information about the dimensions and weight of the device, presented in different units of measurement. Materials used, colors offered, certificates.

Width

Width information - refers to the horizontal side of the device in its standard orientation during use.

81.6 mm (millimeters)
8.16 cm (centimeters)
0.27 ft (feet)
3.21 in (inches)
Height

Height information - refers to the vertical side of the device in its standard orientation during use.

163.4 mm (millimeters)
16.34 cm (centimeters)
0.54 ft (feet)
6.43 in (inches)
Thickness

Information about the thickness of the device in different units of measurement.

7.94 mm (millimeters)
0.79 cm (centimeters)
0.03 ft (feet)
0.31 in (inches)
Weight

Information about the weight of the device in different units of measurement.

189 g (grams)
0.42 lbs
6.67 oz (ounces)
Volume

The approximate volume of the device, calculated based on the dimensions provided by the manufacturer. Refers to devices with the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped.

105.87 cm³ (cubic centimeters)
6.43 in³ (cubic inches)
Colors

Information about the colors in which this device is offered for sale.

Grey
Silver
Golden
Pink gold
Materials for making the case

Materials used to make the device body.

Metal

SIM card

The SIM card is used in mobile devices to store data that certifies the authenticity of mobile service subscribers.

Mobile networks

A mobile network is a radio system that allows multiple mobile devices to communicate with each other.

GSM

GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) is designed to replace the analogue mobile network (1G). For this reason, GSM is often called a 2G mobile network. It is improved by the addition of GPRS (General Packet Radio Services), and later EDGE (Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution) technologies.

GSM 850 MHz
GSM 900 MHz
GSM 1800 MHz
GSM 1900 MHz
CDMA

CDMA (Code-Division Multiple Access) is a channel access method used in communications in mobile networks. Compared to other 2G and 2.5G standards like GSM and TDMA, it provides higher data transfer speeds and the ability to connect more consumers at the same time.

CDMA 800 MHz
TD-SCDMA

TD-SCDMA (Time Division Synchronous Code Division Multiple Access) is a 3G mobile network standard. It is also called UTRA/UMTS-TDD LCR. It was developed as an alternative to the W-CDMA standard in China by the Chinese Academy of Telecommunications Technology, Datang Telecom and Siemens. TD-SCDMA combines TDMA and CDMA.

TD-SCDMA 1880-1920 MHz
TD-SCDMA 2010-2025 MHz
UMTS

UMTS is an abbreviation for Universal Mobile Telecommunications System. It is based on the GSM standard and belongs to 3G mobile networks. Developed by 3GPP and its biggest advantage is providing greater speed and spectral efficiency thanks to W-CDMA technology.

UMTS 900 MHz
UMTS 1900 MHz
UMTS 2100 MHz
LTE

LTE (Long Term Evolution) is defined as a fourth generation (4G) technology. It is developed by 3GPP based on GSM/EDGE and UMTS/HSPA to increase the capacity and speed of wireless mobile networks. The subsequent technology development is called LTE Advanced.

LTE 1800 MHz
LTE 2600 MHz
LTE-TDD 1900 MHz (B39)
LTE-TDD 2300 MHz (B40)
LTE-TDD 2500 MHz (B41)
LTE-TDD 2600 MHz (B38)

Mobile communication technologies and data transfer speeds

Communication between devices on mobile networks is carried out using technologies that provide different data transfer rates.

Operating system

An operating system is a system software that manages and coordinates the operation of hardware components in a device.

SoC (System on Chip)

A system on a chip (SoC) includes all the most important hardware components of a mobile device on one chip.

SoC (System on Chip)

A system on a chip (SoC) integrates various hardware components, such as a processor, graphics processor, memory, peripherals, interfaces, etc., as well as the software necessary for their operation.

MediaTek Helio P10 (MT6755M)
Technological process

Information about the technological process by which the chip is manufactured. Nanometers measure half the distance between elements in the processor.

28 nm (nanometers)
Processor (CPU)

The primary function of a mobile device's processor (CPU) is to interpret and execute instructions contained in software applications.

4x 1.8 GHz ARM Cortex-A53, 4x 1.0 GHz ARM Cortex-A53
Processor size

The size (in bits) of a processor is determined by the size (in bits) of the registers, address buses, and data buses. 64-bit processors have higher performance compared to 32-bit processors, which in turn are more powerful than 16-bit processors.

64 bit
Instruction Set Architecture

Instructions are commands with which the software sets/controls the operation of the processor. Information about the instruction set (ISA) that the processor can execute.

ARMv8-A
Level 1 cache (L1)

Cache memory is used by the processor to reduce access time to more frequently used data and instructions. L1 (level 1) cache is small in size and works much faster than both system memory and other cache levels. If the processor does not find the requested data in L1, it continues to look for it in the L2 cache. On some processors, this search is performed simultaneously in L1 and L2.

256 kB + 256 kB (kilobytes)
Level 2 cache (L2)

L2 (level 2) cache is slower than L1 cache, but in return it has a higher capacity, allowing it to cache more data. It, like L1, is much faster than system memory (RAM). If the processor does not find the requested data in L2, it continues to look for it in the L3 cache (if available) or in RAM memory.

2048 kB (kilobytes)
2 MB (megabytes)
Number of processor cores

The processor core executes software instructions. There are processors with one, two or more cores. Having more cores increases performance by allowing multiple instructions to be executed in parallel.

8
CPU clock speed

The clock speed of a processor describes its speed in terms of cycles per second. It is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz).

1800 MHz (megahertz)
Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

The Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) handles calculations for various 2D/3D graphics applications. In mobile devices, it is most often used by games, consumer interfaces, video applications, etc.

ARM Mali-T860 MP2
Number of GPU cores

Like a CPU, a GPU is made up of several working parts called cores. They handle graphics calculations for various applications.

2
GPU clock speed

Running speed is the clock speed of the GPU, measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz).

550 MHz (megahertz)
Amount of random access memory (RAM)

Random access memory (RAM) is used by the operating system and all installed applications. Data stored in RAM is lost after the device is turned off or restarted.

3 GB (gigabytes)
Type of random access memory (RAM)

Information about the type of random access memory (RAM) used by the device.

LPDDR3
Number of RAM channels

Information about the number of RAM channels that are integrated into the SoC. More channels mean higher data rates.

Single channel
RAM frequency

The frequency of RAM determines its operating speed, more specifically, the speed of reading/writing data.

933 MHz (megahertz)

Built-in memory

Each mobile device has built-in (non-removable) memory with a fixed capacity.

Memory cards

Memory cards are used in mobile devices to increase the storage capacity for storing data.

Screen

The screen of a mobile device is characterized by its technology, resolution, pixel density, diagonal length, color depth, etc.

Type/technology

One of the main characteristics of the screen is the technology by which it is made and on which the quality of the information image directly depends.

IPS
Diagonal

For mobile devices, screen size is expressed by the length of its diagonal, measured in inches.

6 in (inches)
152.4 mm (millimeters)
15.24 cm (centimeters)
Width

Approximate screen width

2.94 in (inches)
74.72 mm (millimeters)
7.47 cm (centimeters)
Height

Approximate screen height

5.23 in (inches)
132.83 mm (millimeters)
13.28 cm (centimeters)
Aspect Ratio

The ratio of the dimensions of the long side of the screen to its short side

1.778:1
16:9
Permission

Screen resolution shows the number of pixels vertically and horizontally on the screen. Higher resolution means clearer image detail.

1080 x 1920 pixels
Pixel Density

Information about the number of pixels per centimeter or inch of the screen. Higher density allows information to be displayed on the screen with clearer detail.

367 ppi (pixels per inch)
144 ppcm (pixels per centimeter)
Color depth

Screen color depth reflects the total number of bits used for color components in one pixel. Information about the maximum number of colors that the screen can display.

24 bit
16777216 flowers
Screen area

Approximate percentage of screen area occupied by the screen on the front of the device.

74.67% (percent)
Other characteristics

Information about other screen features and characteristics.

Capacitive
Multi-touch
Scratch resistance
2.5D curved glass screen
GFF full lamination
1000:1 contrast ratio
450 cd/m²

Sensors

Different sensors perform different quantitative measurements and convert physical indicators into signals that a mobile device can recognize.

Main camera

The main camera of a mobile device is usually located on the back of the body and is used for taking photos and videos.

Sensor model

Information about the manufacturer and model of the photo sensor used in the device's camera.

Sony IMX258 Exmor RS
Sensor type

Digital cameras use photo sensors to take photographs. The sensor, as well as optics, are one of the main factors in the quality of the camera in a mobile device.

CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor)
Sensor size

Information about the dimensions of the photosensor used in the device. Typically, cameras with larger sensors and lower pixel densities offer higher image quality despite the lower resolution.

4.71 x 3.49 mm (millimeters)
0.23 in (inches)
Pixel size

The smaller pixel size of the photosensor allows more pixels per unit area, thereby increasing resolution. On the other hand, a smaller pixel size can have a negative impact on image quality at high ISO levels.

1.12 µm (micrometers)
0.00112 mm (millimeters)
Crop factor

The crop factor is the ratio between the dimensions of the full-frame sensor (36 x 24 mm, equivalent to a frame of standard 35 mm film) and the dimensions of the device's photosensor. The indicated number represents the ratio of the diagonals of the full-frame sensor (43.3 mm) and the photosensor of a particular device.

7.37
Diaphragmf/2.2
Focal length3 mm (millimeters)
22.12 mm (millimeters) *(35 mm / full frame)
Flash type

The most common types of flashes in mobile device cameras are LED and xenon flashes. LED flashes produce softer light and, unlike brighter xenon flashes, are also used for video shooting.

Double LED
Image Resolution

One of the main characteristics of mobile device cameras is their resolution, which shows the number of horizontal and vertical pixels in the image.

4208 x 3120 pixels
13.13 MP (megapixels)
Video resolution

Information about the maximum supported resolution when shooting video with the device.

1920 x 1080 pixels
2.07 MP (megapixels)

Information about the maximum number of frames per second (fps) supported by the device when shooting video at the maximum resolution. Some of the main standard video shooting and playback speeds are 24p, 25p, 30p, 60p.

30fps (frames per second)
Characteristics

Information about other software and hardware features related to the main camera and improving its functionality.

Autofocus
Continuous shooting
Digital zoom
Geographical tags
Panoramic photography
HDR shooting
Touch Focus
Face recognition
White Balance Adjustment
ISO Setting
Exposure compensation
Self-timer
Scene Selection Mode
Phase detection
5-element lens

Additional camera

Additional cameras are usually mounted above the device screen and are used mainly for video conversations, gesture recognition, etc.

Diaphragm

Aperture (f-number) is the size of the aperture opening that controls the amount of light reaching the photosensor. A lower f-number means the aperture opening is larger.

f/2
Focal length

Focal length is the distance in millimeters from the photosensor to the optical center of the lens. The equivalent focal length is also indicated, providing the same field of view with a full frame camera.

2 mm (millimeters)
Image Resolution

Information about the maximum resolution of the additional camera when shooting. In most cases, the resolution of the secondary camera is lower than that of the main camera.

2576 x 1936 pixels
4.99 MP (megapixels)
Video resolution

Information about the maximum supported resolution when shooting video with an additional camera.

1280 x 720 pixels
0.92 MP (megapixels)
Video - frame rate/frames per second.

Information about the maximum number of frames per second (fps) supported by the secondary camera when shooting video at the maximum resolution.

30fps (frames per second)
4-element lens

Audio

Information about the type of speakers and audio technologies supported by the device.

Radio

The radio of the mobile device is a built-in FM receiver.

Location determination

Information about the navigation and location technologies supported by your device.

WiFi

Wi-Fi is a technology that provides wireless communication for transmitting data over close distances between various devices.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth is a standard for secure wireless data transfer between various devices of different types over short distances.

USB

USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an industry standard that allows different electronic devices to exchange data.

Headphone jack

This is an audio connector, also called an audio jack. The most widely used standard in mobile devices is the 3.5mm headphone jack.

Connecting devices

Information about other important connection technologies supported by your device.

Browser

A web browser is a software application for accessing and viewing information on the Internet.

Browser

Information about some of the main characteristics and standards supported by the device's browser.

HTML
HTML5
CSS 3

Audio file formats/codecs

Mobile devices support different audio file formats and codecs, which respectively store and encode/decode digital audio data.

Video file formats/codecs

Mobile devices support different video file formats and codecs, which respectively store and encode/decode digital video data.

Battery

Mobile device batteries differ from each other in their capacity and technology. They provide the electrical charge necessary for their functioning.

Capacity

A battery's capacity indicates the maximum charge it can hold, measured in milliamp-hours.

4100 mAh (milliamp-hours)
Type

The type of battery is determined by its structure and, more precisely, the chemicals used. There are different types of batteries, with lithium-ion and lithium-ion polymer batteries being the most commonly used batteries in mobile devices.

Li-polymer
Adapter output power

Information about the electrical current (measured in amperes) and electrical voltage (measured in volts) that the charger supplies (power output). Higher power output ensures faster battery charging.

5 V (volts) / 2 A (amps)
9 V (volts) / 2 A (amps)
12 V (volts) / 2 A (amps)
Fast charging technology

Fast charging technologies differ from each other in terms of energy efficiency, supported output power, control of the charging process, temperature, etc. The device, battery and charger must be compatible with fast charging technology.

mCharge
Characteristics

Information about some additional characteristics of the device's battery.

Fast charging
Fixed
  • Case materials: aluminum, 2.5D glass (front panel)
  • Operating system: Android 6.0, Flyme 5
  • Network: GSM/EDGE, UMTS/HSDPA, LTE (TD/FDD-LTE) (two nanoSIM cards)
  • Screen: IPS LCD, 6” diagonal, resolution 1920x1080, ppi 368, automatic backlight level adjustment, protective glass with 2.5D effect
  • Platform: MediaTek MT6755 (Helio P10)
  • Processor: eight-core, 64-bit, four cores 1.8 GHz (Cortex-A53) and four cores 1 GHz (Cortex-A53)
  • Graphics: Mali-T860
  • RAM: 3 GB (LPDDR3)
  • Data storage memory: 64 GB
  • Memory card slot: yes, microSD (combined with nanoSIM slot)
  • Main camera: 13 MP, f/2.2, 5 lenses, autofocus, dual LED flash, video recorded in FullHD
  • Front camera: 5 MP without autofocus, f/2.0, 4 lenses, video recorded in 1080p
  • Interfaces: Wi-Fi (a/b/g/n) Dual-Band, Bluetooth 4.1 (LE), microUSB connector (USB 2.0, MHL, USB-OTG, USB-Host) for charging/synchronization, 3.5 mm for headset
  • Navigation: GPS (A-GPS support), Glonass
  • Additionally: mTouch fingerprint scanner, accelerometer, light sensor, proximity sensor
  • Battery: 4100 mAh, support fast charging
  • Dimensions: 163.4 x 81.6 x 7.9 mm
  • Weight: 189 grams

As with the recent presentation of Meizu M3e, the company’s latest announcement leaves a strange aftertaste and one important question hanging in the air: who is this device for and why?

Here I can only repeat my thought from the first glance at the Meizu M3e - the company, which until recently was considered a manufacturer of one device per year, began to form a full-fledged model range, and therefore it now seems as if Meizu is churning out one device after another. And they really are churning out, but mostly to occupy those niches in which they are not yet represented. The niche of phablets is exactly that.


Xiaomi Mi Max with a 6.44” screen, Huawei Mate 8 (6”), Lenovo VIBE Z2 Pro (6”), an oldie, but still. Each of these companies is a competitor to Meizu in the domestic market, which is what some Chinese brands are primarily targeting, and Meizu is one of them. Therefore, the appearance of the phablet was a matter of time, and now this moment has come.

Case design and materials

Everything is simple here - remember the Meizu M3e and visually enlarge it, you get the M3 Max. The design, the shape of the case, the arrangement of all elements, the implementation of plastic inserts for antenna wiring - in everything, the new M3 Max is a copy of the M3e. The workmanship is good, the device cannot be called budget when you pick it up: it has an honest metal body, a minimum of plastic (two thin lines), neat processing, no creaks, no play in the keys, and so on. In fact, the M3 Max, like the M3e, M3 Note and M3s mini, belongs to Meizu's Meilan line of budget smartphones.


Compared to Meizu MX6


Compared to HTC Desire E9 Plus


Compared to Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge

The M3 Max will be available in four colors: white, gold and pink with a white front panel, and gray with a black front panel.

Dimensions

The device can hardly be called compact; it uses a 6" diagonal screen and the dimensions are built around it. Yes, the thickness of the frames on the left and right of the display is small, but the body of the smartphone is still wide. Those with large limbs will be able to use the device with one hand; others will have to get used to it or sometimes resort to using the second hand. The weight is within reason, I can’t say that the M3 Max is too heavy.



Controls

In terms of basic controls, the Meizu M3 Max is no different from the M3e. Power and volume buttons on the right, a tray for two nanoSIM cards (or a SIM card and a memory card) on the left, a microUSB connector, a microphone, a speaker grille and a 3.5 mm mini-jack at the bottom. On top is an additional microphone (noise reduction).



Below the screen there is a mechanical mTouch key with a touch layer and a fingerprint scanner embedded in it. The button is convenient and today is already found in all current Meizu smartphones, from M3s mini to MX6.



Screen

The device uses a 6" diagonal screen with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels based on an IPS matrix. A display with maximum viewing angles, a good reserve of brightness and close to natural color rendition. The richness and brightness of the picture does not match the displays in the Meizu MX6 or Pro 6, but for an inexpensive smartphone the screen is good. There is an “eye protection” mode in which the screen works in warm colors, as well as the ability to manually adjust the color temperature. The oleophobic coating is excellent, there are no complaints here.



Platform, memory

The smartphone is built on the Helio P10 platform from MediaTek. It was also used in the M3 Note and M3e. This is not a top-end chip, but for FullHD resolution it is a completely acceptable option. Mali-T860 graphics. The smartphone has 3 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal memory. There is a slot for a microSD memory card, combined with a second slot for a nanoSIM card. I will repeat the idea that I already voiced in relation to M3e - I like that the company is gradually moving away from creating various modifications, 2/16 GB, 3/32 GB, and so on. One version of each smartphone in terms of the amount of RAM and internal memory is the best option. Less confusion, more transparent and understandable model range for ordinary users. In the case of Meizu M3 Max, this is 3/64 GB.


Camera

Both cameras, both the main one and the front one, have undergone almost no changes in terms of characteristics compared to the cameras in the M3 Note. The only thing that has changed is the sensor. Accordingly, the photo quality in the new M3 Max, upon first glance, is about the same as it was in the M3 Note and M3e. I won’t describe individual features; after all, this is an inexpensive smartphone, just look at the example photos and judge for yourself.


Like all other devices from Meizu, there is a completely manual shooting mode (this is good), and also the fact that the interface still cannot be rotated to landscape orientation (this is bad).

Interfaces

The device supports dual-band Wi-Fi and VoLTE technology. In 4G networks, the smartphone operates in all bands common in Russia, except for Band 20. Bluetooth version 4.1 with support for the LE (Low Energy) profile.

Battery

The battery capacity in the M3 Max is 4100 mAh, which is the same as in the M3 Note. On the one hand, this is a good volume, on the other hand, the main competitor, Xiaomi Mi Max, has an even larger capacity, 4850 mAh. I don’t know how the device will perform in terms of operating time, we’ll wait for a review from Roman Belykh!

The device supports fast charging (MediaTek PumpExpress technology).

Conclusion

In China, Meizu M3 Max will cost 1,700 yuan. The cost for Russia has not yet been determined, approximately 25,000-26,000 rubles, sales start in November.

Like the Meizu M3e, the new device was created primarily to expand the company’s product range. Meizu seeks to occupy niches in which it was not previously represented, and for a company that is demonstrating stable growth in China, its main market (as well as in Russia, India and other key but still insignificant markets) this is a logical step. Another question is that Meizu fans and people familiar with the brand expect something completely different from it - another breakthrough, improvements in the sound part, movement in the direction of improving cameras (MX6 is only the first step towards positive changes). A couple of years ago, it was customary to criticize Meizu for its inertia; supposedly the company produced a couple of devices a year and did not bother at all about those users for whom these models were not suitable, but wanted something from Meizu. Now the situation is exactly the opposite: Meizu is expanding its model range, there are budget smartphones in metal (M3s mini and M3 Note) and in glass (U10 and U20), there is a compact flagship (Pro 6) and a device with an emphasis on the camera (MX6), there is a phablet (M3 Max) and a mid-range device (M3e), and it turns out to be too much and confusing for users.


Obviously, for Meizu the new M3 Max is a niche device and will not be emphasized. Who might be interested in it? For lovers of devices with large screens, in metal, with a capacious battery. If you need a current and relatively inexpensive phablet with a display of 6" or more, then the choice, as it turns out, is very small: Xiaomi Mi Max, Meizu M3 Max, Asus Zenfone 2 Laser, Sony Xperia C5 Ultra Dual, Samsung Galaxy A9 and old smartphones or same expensive flagships (Huawei Mate 8).

Meizu M3 Max is a fast and impressive smartphone with a massive screen. The device belongs to the mobile devices of the middle price segment. The official presentation of the gadget took place in September 2016.

Appearance and ergonomics

The high-quality aluminum body of the Meizu M3 Max has a smooth surface thanks to modern metal processing technologies. Its design is monolithic, which ensures perfect assembly. There are polished bevels that separate the back cover from the front. Straight lines with some curves predominate here. On the front there is a 2.5D protective glass that covers the entire space. Below the display you can find the mTouch 2.1 navigation button with a touch fingerprint scanner. At the bottom there are AUX and micro USB connectors, as well as a microphone and an external speaker. But on the back panel everything is pretty standard - a camera eye, a double flash and a corporate logo. The device has a powerful 4100 mAh battery, the charge of which easily lasts for an entire day of active use. There is also an mCharge function for safe and fast charging. Available colors: grey, gold, black and pink. Dimensions: height - 163.4 mm, thickness - 7.9 mm, width - 81.6 mm, weight - 189 g.

Display

The M3 Max model is equipped with a large 6-inch IPS screen with a resolution of 1920 by 1080 pixels. This display is implemented using OGS technology, which means there is no air gap for the best image quality. The screen supports up to 10 simultaneous touches. As for viewing angles, they are as wide as possible here. The user will be pleased with the high contrast ratios, and the color temperature is close to the reference values. It is worth highlighting the high-quality oleophobic coating. The extended brightness range also does not disappoint.

Hardware and performance

M3 Max received 64 GB of internal memory, as well as 3 GB of LPDDR3 RAM. The device easily supports memory cards up to 128 GB. Inside there is a fairly fast processor with eight Helio P10 cores from MediaTek. This chip is capable of operating at its maximum frequency of 1800 MHz. The Mali-T860 3D accelerator is actively involved in graphics. The Android 6.0 operating system is the main platform, which is significantly modified using the Flyme OS shell. If we consider the level of performance, then in the AnTuTu test the gadget scores more than 50,000 points, which corresponds to the performance of middle-class models. This is a great option for everyday tasks. But in demanding games you will have to sacrifice picture quality for additional frames per second.

Communication and sound

Meizu M3 Max has a dedicated DAC that does its job well. The sound is tuned very well, it’s pleasant to listen to music with good headphones. The volume reserve is not the smallest, but not the largest either. The multimedia speaker is quite loud. The device supports all domestic LTE frequencies. You can install two SIM cards here.

Camera

Meizu M3 Max has a main 13-megapixel camera with F/2.2 aperture and dual flash. There is a large set of modes. Autofocus is very fast, allowing you to take pictures instantly. In low light conditions, annoying noise appears, but in daylight, photographs are distinguished by natural color rendition and good detail. The device is also equipped with a front 5-megapixel camera with F/2.0 aperture. Beauty features technology is very helpful when shooting self-portraits.

conclusions

The M3 Max smartphone turned out to be an inexpensive and beautiful device. A special role here is occupied by a large display, as well as a powerful battery and high quality workmanship. In the kit you can find the gadget itself, a clip for removing the slot for memory cards and SIM, documentation, a USB - microUSB cable, and a power adapter.

Pros:

  • Large high quality screen.
  • Great sound in headphones.
  • Solid indicators of autonomy.
  • Good build and stylish appearance.
  • Fast fingerprint scanner.

Minuses:

  • NFC and infrared port are a little lacking.
  • The processor is not very suitable for demanding games.

Specifications Meizu M3 Max

General characteristics
ModelMeizu M3 Max
Date of announcement and start of salesSeptember 2016 / September 2016
Dimensions (LxWxH)163.4 x 81.6 x 7.9 mm.
Weight189
Available colorschampagne gold, silver, gray, rose gold
operating systemAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow) + Flyme UI 5.2.5
Connection
Number and type of SIM cardstwo hybrid, Nano-SIM, dual stand-by
Communication standard in 2G networksGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
Communication standard in 3G networksHSDPA
Communication standard in 4G networksLTE
Carrier CompatibilityMTS, Beeline, Megafon, Tele2, Yota
Data transfer
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
GPSyes, A-GPS, GLONASS
NFCNo
Infrared portNo
Platform
CPUeight-core Mediatek MT6755 Helio P10
Octa-core (4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4×1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-T860MP2
Inner memory64 GB
RAM3 GB
Ports and connectors
USBmicroUSB 2.0
3.5mm jackThere is
Memory card slotmicroSD, up to 128 GB (combined with SIM 2 slot)
Display
Display typeIPS LCD capacitive, 16M colors
Screen size6 inches (~74.4% of the front surface of the device)
Display protection2.5D glass
Camera
Main camera13 MP (f/2.2, 1/3″), autofocus, dual-LED (dual tone) flash
Functionality of the main cameraGeo-tagging, touch focus, face detection
Video recording1080p@30fps
Front-camera5 MP, f/2.0
Sensors
IlluminanceThere is
ApproximationsThere is
GyroscopeThere is
CompassThere is
HallNo
AccelerometerThere is
BarometerNo
Fingerprint scannerThere is
Battery
Battery type and capacity4100 mAh
Battery mountnon-removable
Equipment
Standard kitM3 Max: 1
USB cable: 1
SIM tray eject clip: 1
User manual: 1
Warranty card: 1
Charger: 1

Prices

Video reviews


Equipment:

Smartphone

Charger

Instructions

Warranty card

Smartphone warranty Meizu M3 Max- 1 year.

Meizu M3 Max review

On September 5, 2016, Meizu introduced its first phablet M3 Max. Fans of the company have been waiting for such a step from Meizu for a long time and finally it has arrived. Meizu M3 Max, like the rest of the latest generation Meilan smartphones, is housed in a body made of a monolithic piece of metal. The design of the new product is traditional for Meizu devices released in 2016. It is also worth noting that Meizu releases its phablet in three colors: Gray, Gold and Silver. The smartphone will be available in autumn 2016.

Let's start our review with the display. On the front of the phablet there is a 6-inch FullHD 1080P display covered with high-quality tempered glass. The screen of the Meizu M3 Max is huge, but thanks to the high resolution, the pixels are not noticeable. Traditionally for Meizu, the smartphone screen has good viewing angles and sufficient maximum brightness for the display to be readable in the sun. You won't find a better display in this price niche. If you compare it with other displays, then the Meizu M3 Max will have a solid advantage not only in size, but also in the brightness range. As for performance, Meizu did not skimp on good technical specifications for its first tablet phone. Meizu M3 Max is equipped with an eight-core MediaTek Helio P10 processor with a maximum core clock speed of 1.8 GHz, and a Mali-T860 graphics processor. In the AnTuTu benchmark, the Meizu phablet scores around 50,000 points, which is considered a good result.

The Meizu M3 Max mobile phone has two versions of internal memory - 32 Gb and 64 Gb. The RAM has a capacity of 3 Gb, which today is the optimal value for any task. The MicroSD memory card and the nano SIM card are inserted into the same slot. By the way, both SIM cards are Nano format.

By purchasing Meizu M3 Max you will receive not only a large multimedia smartphone, but also an excellent camera. In daylight, the Meizu M3 Max camera takes high-quality photographs, the detail of which is high, thanks to the 13 megapixel Sony IMX258 photo module. As for video, Meizu M3 Max is capable of recording videos with good detail in the maximum FullHD resolution. Reviews about the photo capabilities of the Meizu M3 Max are more than good.

The smartphone runs on the Android operating system (android). Traditionally for Meizu, the phablet has a proprietary Flyme shell. This firmware is stable, works quickly and has been translated into Russian.

To power the large display and powerful processor, the phablet has a 4100 mAh battery. Meizu M3 Max supports mCharge fast charging and can be fully charged in just an hour and a half. By the way, fast charging technology is supported by the standard included adapter.

Summing up the first tablet phone from Meizu, we can say with confidence that the phablet was a success. The tablet phone from Meizu is not only beautiful in appearance, but also in terms of technical characteristics, everything is in order. Meizu again proves that a good smartphone can be cheap, and this fact is encouraging. You can buy the original Meizu M3 Max and more in Moscow in our online store. Our price for Meizu M3 Max will definitely please you!

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