Meizu M3 Note European version. MEIZU M3 Note Review: What is the difference between the European version of the smartphone from the Chinese

Meizu Technology Co., Ltd. or simply " Meizu."- Chinese company producing digital electronic devices, Basified in Zhuhai, Guangdong China Province. Also Meizu is among the top ten best manufacturers in China. And gained wide recognition in European countries, after the presentation of the MEIZU MX smartphone. This monster was simply the crown of the creation of Meizu Technology, after a dozen unsuccessful attempts to go beyond China.

Amizu did not stop on models MX. they also have far worse ruler M.. Which in April 2016 was replenished another model called: M3 Note, we were all waiting for it with impatience, after familiarized themselves, and the victims played with the younger brother MEIZU M2 Note. According to the manufacturer's sales, according to the manufacturer, since the summer of last year amounted to more than two tens of millions of devices. In Meizu, obviously, count that the smartphone M3 Note, if it does not exceed, then at least repeat the success of its predecessor.

Meizu M3 Note Characteristics

Model: M3 Note (M681H)
OS: Android 5.1 (Lollipop) with Flyme OS 5.1.3.1g shell
Processor: 64-bit MediaTek Helio P10 (MT6755), Armv8 architecture, 8 Arm Cortex-A53 cores (4x1.8 GHz + 4x1.0 GHz)
Graphic Soprocessor: Arm Mali-T860 MP2 (550 MHz)
RAM: 2 GB / 3 GB LPDDR3 (933 MHz, one channel)
Data storage memory: 16 GB / 32GB, EMMC 5.1, Card Support microSd memory/ HC / XC (up to 128 GB)
Interfaces: Wi-Fi 802.11 A / B / G / N (2.4 GHz + 5 GHz), Bluetooth 4.0 (LE), MicroUSB (USB 2.0) for charge / synchronization, USB-OTG, 3.5 mm for headphones
Screen: Capacitive Touch, Matrix IPS LTPS (Low-Temperature Polycrystalline Silicon), GFF (Full Lamination), 5.5 inches diagonal, resolution 1920x1080 Points, Pixel density per inch 403 PPI, Brightness 450 cd / kV. m, contrast 1000: 1, protective glass NEG 2.5D T2X-1
Main Camera: 13 MP, Matrix Purecel, Omnivision OV13853, Optical size 1/3.06 inches, Pixel size 1.12 μm, Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protective glass, 5-element lens, Aperture F / 2.2, Phase (PDAF) Autofocus, double Two-color flash, video [Email Protected]
Front-camera: 5 mp, bsi matrix, samsung s5k5e8 or omnivision ov5670 purecel, optical size (1/5 inches), pixel size 1.12 μm, 4-element lens, aperture F / 2.0
Network: GSM / GPRS / EDGE (900/1800/1900 MHz), WCDMA / HSPA + (900/2100 MHz), 4G FDD-LTE (1800/2100/2600 MHz)
SIM-Card format: Nanosim (4FF)
Configuration of the slot tray: Nanosim + Nanosim, or Nanosim + MicroSD / HD / XC
NAVIGATION: GPS / GLONASS, A-GPS
Sensors: Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Hall Sensor, Light and Approximation Sensors (Infrared), Dactyloscopic Scanner
Battery: non-removable, lithium-polymer, 4 100 mA * h
Colors: Dark gray, Silver, Golden
Dimensions: 153.6x75,5x8.2 mm
Weight: 163 grams

Design, Ergonomics

When creating M3 Note, designers seem to have drawd their inspiration in senior mEIZU models Last year, in particular, in smartphones MX5 and Pro 5.

Thus, for the manufacture of the entire novelty case, the newly known as Unibody, the air aluminum-magnesium alloy 6000 series was chosen.

So that the smartphone antennas are not shielded by the metal, there are two inserts from the radio transparent material, separating them from aluminum alloy with embossed strips. Dimensions of new products compared to M2 Note have not changed very significantly - 153.6x75.5x8.2 mm against 150.7x75.2x8.7 mm. Well, the weight due to the more capacious battery is quite predictable - 163 g against 149.

Recall that in the predecessor for the body they was satisfied with glossy colored plastic and only for gray was used matte polycarbonate.

At the time of testing, there were two options for the color of the anodized coating of the M3 Note enclosures: silver (with a black or white front panel) and gray (with a black or white faceplate).

The entire front surface M2 Note, including the screen, is covered with a protective glass, which chose DinaRex 2.5D T2X-1 from Nippon Electric Glass (NEG).

The 2.5D effect consists in a smooth "rounding" of this glass around the perimeter of the front panel.

Above the display, with traditionally narrow side frames,

The grille of the "conversational" dynamics, surrounded by the lens of the front chamber (left), lighting sensors and approximation, and also lED indicator (on right). The last staff of the smartphone seems to be not used.

The display is a mechanical key with an integrated fingerprint scanner Mtouch 2.1, externally similar to MBack, which first appeared in the M2 Note smartphone. From the last she inherited its basic functionality. So, the usual touch (TAP) of this button activates the "Back" function, short pressing with the hardware "click" returns to the main screen ("home"), and the long-term pressing (with hold) is quenched by the screen backlight. But the "Recent Applications" button replaces the swipe up from the bottom edge of the display. After a short addiction, such a control scheme becomes very convenient.

On the right edge in a small deepening, the volume adjustment rocker and the on / lock button settled.

The left edge occupies a closed slot with a dual tray, where they can accommodate, or two Nanosim subscriber identification modules, or the second place will take the MicroSD memory extension map. To open the combined tray lock, a special tool will be required. As it, still can use a thin stationery clip. Unfortunately, in the manufacture of the device (at least our test instance), the size of the tray and slot for it was not perfect, as a result of which the tray slightly rattles if the smartphone shake.

An opening for the second microphone (for noise reduction and sound recording) and a 3.5 mm audio head chander remained in the upper end.

The microUSB connector between the two fastening screws on the lower end is framed by decorative lattices (four round holes each). At the same time, the "conversational" microphone is hidden under the left, and under the right - "multimedia" speaker.

On the back of the panel, the relief strips separating the metal from the radio transparent plastic are thrown into the eye.

And just like the Pro 5, the transfer of the stylized MEIZU logo is closer to the lens of the main chamber and the double two-color LED flash.

Despite the 5.5-inch screen diagonal, a new smartphone, however, like M2 Note, it is convenient and easy to keep in your hand.

In addition, a slightly rough surface of a metal rear panel is pleasant to the touch.

Screen, camera, sound

For the M3 Note screen, a 5.5-inch IPS matrix is \u200b\u200bused, on which, with a resolution of 1920x1080 points (Full HD) and the widescreen ratio of the sides 16: 9, the pixel density by inches on the passport is 403 PPI. For its manufacture, LTPS technology (LOW Temperature Poly Silicon) is used, since the replacement of amorphous silicon polycrystalline, allows, ultimately, to achieve wider viewing angles (up to 178 degrees), the best color palette, less power consumption and response time. In turn, the technology of complete lamination GFF (Glass-to-Film-to-Film) eliminates the air layer between the display layers, which serves as the main for good anti-reflective properties and reduces the effect of reflection. Recall that the entire front panel, including the screen, is covered with a protective glass of NEG 2.5D DINOREX T2X-1. It was not forgotten to apply a oleophobic coating, which, unlike used for M2 Note, is more efficient (glass is cleared very easily and the finger slides over the surface without problems).

Thanks to the support of Miravision 2.0 technology, providing a balance between the best display and power consumption, screen brightness and colors, depending on the light conditions, are regulated dynamically. By the way, the declared contrast is 1000: 1, and the maximum brightness is 450 cd / sq. M. At the same time, the backlight level in a rather wide range is proposed to be adjusted, or in its understanding, manually, or automatically (the Auto-tuning option), based on information from the light sensor. Multitach technology allows you to process up to ten simultaneous clicks on the capacitive screen, which confirm the results of the Anttutu Tester program. The settings also added the ability to adjust the color temperature, so that the colors to their taste can be made warmer or, on the contrary, cold. Along with large viewing angles, a pretty high-quality anti-reflective coating was provided, so even with a bright summer sun, the image remains readable.

The main camera M3 Note has gained a 13 megapixel BSI matrix (Omnivision OV13853 Purecel, optical size 1 / 3.06 inches), as well as a double two-color LED flash with different color temperatures. The camera lens with 5-element optics, closed with glass Corilla Glass 3, received aperture F / 2.2 and a quick (0.2 c) phase autofocus. The maximum resolution of the pictures is achieved with the ratio of the parties 4: 3 and is 4208x3120 points (13 MP). Examples of photos can be viewed.

The front camera has a 5-megapixel bsi-sensor (Samsung S5K5E8 or Omnivision OV5670 Purecel, a 1/5 inches optical size) is equipped with a wide-angle 4-lens with a diaphragm F / 2.0. But there are no autofocus and outbreak here. Maximum size Picture in the classic proportion (4: 3) - 2592x1944 points (5 MP).

Both cameras can record video as Full HD (1920x1080 points) with a frame frequency of 30 FPS, while the content is saved in the MP4 container files (AVC - video, AAC - sound).

The interface of the application "Camera" in M3 Note, compared to its predecessor, a little "referred", but the main opportunities changed little. The "Auto", "Manual", "Portrait", "Panorama", "Changing" and "Slow Floor" (4 times, 640x480 Points, up to 60 minutes) remained on the spot. At the same time, removing the "scanner", added "macro" and "gif" (up to 6 minutes of animation). In the settings, you can select the HDR mode, as well as determine the size of the photo and the quality of the video. Shooting in manual mode (M) involves the adjustment of exposure parameters, ISO, exposure, saturation, white balance, etc. By activating the appropriate option, the focus and exposure can be performed separately. In addition, there is almost a dozen filter filters. Switch the viewfinder from the main chamber to the frontal and back conveniently vertical swipes. But the volume adjustment swing (both zoom and reduction) is also proposed to be used to descend the shutter. The manufacturer marks the role of an ISP TrueBright image processor, which allows you to take a picture with a shorter and clear lighting. Nevertheless, the special quality of shooting in such conditions even the main chamber boasts difficult.

Not only by placing the "multimedia" dynamics lattice, but also with its acoustic abilities, M3 Note is practically no different from its predecessor. Staff smartphone tools are still allowed to listen sound files, for example, with FLAC extensions created by codecs to compress audio data without loss of quality. After connecting the audio headset, it is proposed to use the 5-band equalizer with presets and manual setting. Built-in FM tuner in the apparatus, alas, is missing. A simple "recorder" makes pretty high-quality monaural records (44.1 kHz), which stores in MP3 format files.

But with the playback of music via Bluetooth, a small problem was discovered - clicks arising when you take a smartphone in your hand or move on the table. Apparently, the reason is the insufficient shielding of the audio content from static electricity on the housing.

Stuffing, productivity

If in M2 Note, they made a bet on the 64-bit MEDIATEK MT6753 platform with the eight ARM Cortex-A53 cores (1.3 GHz), then for M3 Note, they chose the firstborn from the MEDIATEK Helio P10 chipsets family (it is MT6755), intended for The view of the manufacturer for thin smartphones.

The basis of this crystal is an 8-core processor, where the four Arm Cortex-A53 cores are tacting with a frequency of up to 1.8 GHz, and four more to 1.0 GHz. At the same time, the 2-nuclear Arm Mali-T860 MP2 architecture (550 MHz) with OpenGL ES 3.2 and OpenCl 1.2 support is used as a graphics accelerator. The MT6755 chip is made according to the new TSMC 28HPC + technological process (28 Nm), which, according to the manufacturer, has reduced energy consumption by 30-35% compared with chips produced in compliance with the "old" project standards 28HPC. In addition, increasing energy efficiency while maintaining sufficient computing power is achieved by automatic adjustable processor frequencies and a video source. Helio P10 can work in LTE-TDD networks, LTE-FDD Cat. 6 (300/50 Mbps), HSPA +, TD-SCDMA, EDGE, etc., and also provided with Bluetooth 4.0 LE interfaces and 2-range Wi-Fi. From other branded "highlights" MediaTek MT6755, in addition to Miravision 2.0, it is worth noting the Corepilot processor core processor core and control system and the cardiac control system (using the camera built into the smartphone) Heart Rate Monitoring.

The basic M3 Note configuration is supplemented with RAM type LPDDR3 (933 MHz), which is controlled by a single-channel controller. Note that in the variants of a smartphone with 16 GB or 32 GB of the built-in storage (EMMC 5.1), 2 GB or 3 GB random access memory, respectively. We had a test for a test with a combination of 2 GB / 16 GB. Judging by the published data, Helio P10 in terms of performance successfully competes with qualcomm chipsets Snapdragon 615/616, which does not contradict the results of the tests performed.

The number of "virtual parrots" obtained on a synthetic benchmark Antutu Benchmark, obviously predetermined the selected hardware platform.

The efficiency of using processor cores (GeekBench 3, Vellamo) of the new smartphone looks quite optimistic, but the assessment of the number of "horsepower" is not so major.

At the EPIC Citadel visual test settings (High Performance, High Quality and Ultra High Quality), the average frame rate changed as follows - 60.1 FPS, 59.8 FPS and 41.5 FPS, respectively.

On the universal gaming benchmark 3DMark, where Meizu M3 Note was tested at the recommended set Sling Shot (ES 3.1), a rather modest result was recorded in 326 points. If the problems with simple games are unlikely to arise, then on the "heavy" (Asphalt 8: for takeoff, World of Tanks Blitz) is better to limit the average settings.

In turn, total number Points, "knocked out" smartphone on a Base Mark OS II cross-platform benchmark, amounted to 986.

Of the 16 GB of the stated internal memory in the test model, about 14.56 GB are available, and about 9.6 GB are available. At the same time, as in M2 Note, to extend the available storage, the microSD / HC / XC memory card is set to a maximum volume of up to 128 GB. True, a dual tray where the memory card is inserted, universal, and, having taken one place in it, you will have to donate the installation of the second SIM card (Nanosim format). By the way, it is also possible to expand the built-in memory thanks to the support of USB-OTG technology, by connecting an external drive.

Similar to the predecessor, the wireless communications set in M3 Note also includes a 2-range Wi-Fi-Fi-Fi-module 802.11 A / B / G / N (2.4 and 5 GHz) and Bluetooth 4.0 (LE).

One device radio channel When installing two Nanosim-cards (4FF format), operates with them in DUAL SIM Dual Standby mode, in other words, both SIM cards are active, but when one is busy, the other is not available. Both trays in the slot support work with 4G, while the SIM card for data transmission, as well as the network priority mode, is selected in the corresponding menu. Unfortunately, only two "Russian" range FDD-LTE - B3 (1 800 MHz) and B7 (2,600 MHz) are available. But the most "penetrating", low-frequency B20 (800 MHz), as before, remained "overboard". The manufacturer emphasizes the support of the promising Volte technology (Voice Over LTE).

Built-in multisystem receiver uses GPS and GLONASS grouping satellites for location and navigation, which confirm the results of Androits GPS Test and GPS Test. Support for A-GPS technology (Wi-Fi coordination and cellular networks) is also provided.

Volume lithium-polymer batterywho were equipped with M3 Note (4,100 ma * h), compared with its predecessor (3,100 ma * h), increased quite significantly - by about 32% (1,000 mA * h). Despite such a reserve by capacity, the housing of the new smartphone has become 0.5 mm thinner. Support fast charging there is no. The kit with a smartphone includes a power adapter (5 V / 2 A). To fill the battery to 100% of the level of 15-20%, it will be necessary for about 2 hours.

On the Antutu Tester battery tests, it was possible to earn an impressive 8,778 points. While M2 Note limited to 6,289 points. When a 100% filled battery, the manufacturer promises to two days of operation in active mode, or up to 17 hours of video viewing, or up to 36 hours listening to music. Test set of videos in MP4 format (hardware decoding) and Full HD quality on full brightness spinning continuously for almost 9.5 hours.

In the "Power Management" settings section, depending on the intended load, you can force the smartphone from the "Balanced" mode to "Energy Saving" or "productive". In addition, in the "Power Optimization" section, it is proposed not only to control the sleeping regime of applications, but also take advantage flexible settings To save battery charge - "Smart", "super" and "customizable".

Software features

The M3 Note smartphone is running the Android 5.1 operating system (Lollipop), the interface of which is hidden under Flyme OS 5.1.3.1g's branded shell. It should be noted here that in the latest versions of Flyme firmware, including the above, the first launch of the store google applications Play (creation google account) Must be performed on a smartphone with a installed SIM card. Such an additional authorization of the device has become one of the new security requirements.

All program shortcuts, folders and widgets in the Flyme Luncher are placed directly at the desktops. Swipe down the fast settings panel opens (where the brightness adjustment slider now appears), and the swipe up is recently open applications.

In the section "Spec. Opportunities ", still collected possible gestures of the smartphone management, including the" ring "SmartTouch control (not displayed in the screenshot) with regulated transparency.

IN new version The shell appeared the opportunity to divide the screen for simultaneously displaying the operation of two applications, however, while only the "Settings" and "Video" and "Maps" programs.

With the help of (up to five) fingerprints obtained on the fast (0.2 second), the Mtouch 2.1 dactylconic scanner can be blocked not only the screen, but also access to files and applications.

M3 Note has a minimum software set. From this software, you can highlight the collection of utilities for regular care for the smartphone collected in the "Security Center" (search for viruses, cleaning "garbage", cleaning memory, energy saving management, etc.), as well as practical tools from the useful application ( "Mirror", "Flashlight", "Line", etc.).

Purchase and conclusions

Improvements B. Meizu M3 Note.Compared to its predecessor M2 Note, not only the replacement of plastic on the aluminum alloy, but also the filling functional. Now in the smartphone where 3 GB of operational and 32 GB of integrated memory can be installed, used new processorThe battery capacity has increased significantly, and a fast dactylconical scanner has been added. In addition, both tray in the slot support not only LTE technology, but also Volte. At the same time, the price of M3 Note was able to keep pretty attractive: 127 $ per version 2 GB / 16 GB and 157 $ for 3 GB / 32 GB (operational / built-in memory, respectively) -

Taking advantage of cachekkom you have the opportunity to save up to 10% on buying goods -

MEIZU smartphones have already begun officially sold in Belarus. We are talking about the so-called "European" (or international) versions of devices, which differ from the "Chinese" for a number of parameters, including at a price.

We decided to prepare comparative Overview Two versions of the device to help potential buyers decide on the choice. In addition, it is obvious that the similar difference will be between other MEIZU models, intended for the European and Chinese market.

Two identical versions of the device were compared - with 3 GB of operational and 32 GB of permanent memory. Only colors differ - "European" in our review is golden, "Chinese" - dark gray.

Different packaging

Differences between smartphones begin already with packaging. "Chinese" got a more compact box.

It is noteworthy that the size does not affect the package - and there, and there is only a USB cable, charger and documentation.

Pay attention to the name of the smartphone - in two versions it differs.

Smartphones sold from us officially received instructions in Russian and protective films with English notation. "Chinese" - everything is in Chinese.

Left - stickers "Chinese", right - "Europeans"

On the left - instruction and warranty card officially selling with our smartphone. Right - "Chinese" version.

Chinese versions of devices have the following indices - M681Q. and M681C.. European - M681h and L681h. You can see the model name on the back of the box.

At officially sold our smartphones passed excise stamp

In the Chinese version, the plug is not intended for our networks. But sometimes the vendors are free of charge to the adapter sold smartphones. If not - it will have to be bought separately (the benefit it is worth a penny).

Firmware "Chinese": Russification and lack of updates

Initially on chinese versions Smartphones installed firmware with a literary A at the end. It is pre-installed Chinese applications (which can be deleted), there is no Google Play shop, and in general there are no Google services. But installed its own analog - App Center, where you can download only Chinese programs.

We seller brought a smartphone with firmware 5.1.3.6A (dates back to mid-August).

From above, a program was installed to transfer to Russian / Ukrainian, as well as the Google Play application store (which should not be there).

In the root catalog of the smartphone we found installation file. Florus Russifier, apparently, "filled with" the seller (a box with a smartphone was originally opened).

Thus, before selling "gray" Meizu is stitched, Russified and are then offered to the buyer. Probably because of the "curve" of the firmware, our Chinese are not offered updates "by air", although at the moment the current firmware version is 5.1.11.0a (beginning of November).

The network has instructions describing the process of turning the "Chinese" in the "European" (using the device identifier change). However, in such a way you can easily turn the smartphone in an uninquisited "brick", especially if you do not have experience independent flashing Android devices.

During testing, there was a strange situation. Suddenly gone up Google Play app.

Restore application store "full-time means" (with the help of pre-installed google programs Installer) We never succeeded. Obviously, you can install Google Play in other ways, but most users have such "dances with tambourines" clearly do not like.

Firmware "Europeans": update by air and independent installation of Google Play

The box with the official apparatus was originally sealed, the smartphone did not turn on before.

After the initial settings and connecting to Wi-Fi device offered to upgrade "by air" to latest version (5.1.11.0G, beginning of November). The letter G at the end means "global" firmware.

The Google Play directory here was also not originally, but the smartphone immediately suggested installing Google services, including the online app store itself. After 3 minutes, we were able to put programs from Google Play.

As in chinese firmwarehere there is own online catalog app. Center, but it is already familiar to us programs and games, like Facebook and Instagram.

Specifications

Specifications of two smartphones are identical, with the exception of the communication networks supported by them.

Without going into details, let's say that in Belarus it does not matter in Belarus, since both Meizu M3 Note support 3G (HSPA +) 900/2100 MHz and 4G (LTE) 1800/2600 MHz used in our country.

Look other characteristics in the table below:

Display	5.5 inches, 1920 × 1080 pixels, 2,5d glass
CPU	MediaTek Helio P10, 8 cores, 1.8 GHz
Graphics	Mali-T860 550 MHz
RAM	2/3 GB
Permanent memory	16/32 GB, MICROSD Support
Front-camera	5 MP, F2 / 0, 4 lenses
Main camera	13 megapixel, 5 lenses with a diaphragm F / 2.2, double flash
Battery	4100 mAh.
Gabarits.	53.6 × 75.5 × 8.2 mm
Weight	163 grams
Additionally	Fingerprint Scanner Mtouch 2.1

Design

Smartphone looks much more expensive than its price. Metal case, spinning to the ends 2,5d glass, rather thin frames around the display, edging hOME buttons - All this looks great.

Even the golden color of our "Europeans" looks no one.

As in the case of the iPhone, silver and golden models, the white front panel was obtained, dark gray - black. To the assembly of the complaints - and the "European" and "Chinese" look monolithically.

Unlike Meizu M2 Note, the new device has a fingerprint scanner, located in the "right" place - under the screen. Here Meizu adheres to the position of Samsung and Apple, assuming that so the scanner is really convenient to use (and this is true, to unlock it is not necessary to take a smartphone in hand).

Note also fast work Scanner and recognizing even wet fingers.

Screen

MEIZU M3 Note received a "standard" 5.5-inch IPS matrix with a resolution of 1920 × 1080 pixels.

Contrast and gadget color reproduction at height (color temperature can be adjusted in the settings), but the maximum brightness seemed insufficient. If there is no questions in cloudy weather with this parameter, then on a sunny day, readability is noticeably reduced.

In addition, the screen darkens a little when the smartphone is tilted, but the colors do not "burn out". The asset of the gadget also needs to be attributed to a good oleophobic display.

Performance

In the daily work of complaints to the speed of the Meizu M3 Note, there are no. The gadget works quickly, smoothly and without lags.

However, the "gaming machine" will definitely not call it. In the popular benchmark Antutu Meizu M3 Note, the very modest 46 thousand points is gaining. This is enough for most simple entertainment, but in the "heavy" power games lacking.

For example, in the "reference" World of Tanks Blitz on the middle settings of Meizu M3 NOTE gives up to 45 FPS, but periodically fails to uncomfortable 15-20 frames per second. However, there is no performance with performance on the minimum chart.

Battery life

Another serious plus smartphone. The battery for 4100 mAh, a rather economical processor and a constant software concern for energy savings allow the device to work a couple of days even with a serious load (about half an hour calls and games, about an hour of Internet surfing, synchronization Facebook, Skype, Viber, email).

Of course, permanent games will discard the gadget much faster, however, in most cases you can safely expect 2-3 days of work without searching the socket.

The Antutu synthetic test confirms the resulting real results.

Cameras

Traditionally cameras in inexpensive Chinese tablet phones (sorry,) - \u200b\u200bnot the strongest place. Meizu M3 Note has not exceeded. However, they defill their disappointment.

The main 13-megapixel camera perfectly copes with shooting in good lighting, "soap" picture with weak light. However, such a firm-average level of the resulting image will be quite sufficient for most users.

Examples of photographs Meizu M3 Note in various conditions:

And so removes the front 5 megapixel camera. Nothing special:

Guarantee

In Russia and the CIS countries, only MEIZU smartphones acquired from official suppliers have the official guarantee. In Russia, it is Hermes Mobile Disrbyushn, better known as Meizu Russia (MyMeizu.Ru), in Belarus, the only official supplier of Meizu - Triadexbelus LLC.

Smartphones purchased from discovers, including those ordered from China, the official guarantee in Russia and Belarus are not subject to ("gray" sellers, as a rule, give warranty coupons of "their" workshops).

MEIZU also told you than the purchase of their smartphones in the dealers or directly from China:

"At the venues, such as Ali, Gearbest, JD, and others often sell restored or written off from a defective party Meizu device: such smartphones are difficult to sell inside China, but it is very easy to sell outside the country under the guise of new".

M3 Note It's hard to say that he has been produced by a Chinese company. Surprisingly, this model, according to buyers, is considered an undisputed winner in the budget line. Her stylish design and convenience during operation brought a gadget to leaders. It is worth noting: even experts believe that the price and quality are optimally correlated in the model.

Direct competitor to the device from Meizu is Xiaomi Redmi. Note 3. It is also equipped with a big touch screen. Many people position these devices as the most expensive. However, Meizu is leading due to the wide functionality and branded "chips", which include, for example, the operating system of its own development, hardware button and other points.

Popularity adds a pleasant value to this device. The price of the device varies within 150 dollars. In response, users often suggest that after familiarization with the characteristics of the gadget, a feeling of low cost appears. So let's check the accuracy of this allegation.

Outside

Phone Meizu M3 Note, frankly, very similar to the iPhone 6. This is not surprised for this for a long time, since this company is a imitator of "apple" products. However, it is worth noting that the gadgets she produces pretty high Quality. The network has met reviews that many users preferred Meizu, although they had the opportunity to purchase the device from Apple.

At first glance, the body creates a sense of reliability. It is easily explained, as special plastic is also used for it is also present, but it is used in small inserts from below and on top. This is due to the fact that the metal is capable of creating interference to work antennas. As for color, they differ slightly from the metal surface, literally on the halfon. However, it is impossible to consider this with a critical drawback, as it is not striking. But if anyone else has discomfort, you can always buy a case on Meizu M3 Note, which will hide plastic inserts. In addition to aesthetic value, it will perfectly cope with protective functions. Everyone perfectly understood that the telephone in the case is less susceptible to mechanical loads, due to which a long time retains the initial appearance.

Ergonomics is an important criterion that pay attention to when choosing a smartphone. It is especially important for those devices that have quite large sizes. Given that M3 Note is equipped with a 5.5-inch display, you should not dream of compact dimensions. Its physical dimensions are 153.6 × 75.5 × 8.2 mm. Weight can be attributed to the average. The device without a cover will drag on 163. However, surprisingly on the convenience of operation, it absolutely does not affect. Even with solid sizes, the phone lies very well in hand, almost not sliding. Also on successfully selected ergonomics indicate the streamlined faces of the case. Rounded corners of the M3 Note phone give peculiar elegance. During touching the body, pleasant sensations arise. The coating of the back cover is non-smoke, so you should not worry that fingerprints will constantly accumulate on it.

The ruler presents three color solutions: stylish golden (Gold), gentle silver (Silver), courageous dark gray (Space Gray). In bright versions, the facial panel is decorated in white tones, and in dark - in black.

Controls and connectors

The MEIZU M3 Note phone is equipped with all the necessary interfaces. MicroUSB format connector is located on the bottom of the center. Here, however, with a shift to the right, you can see a hole for stereodynamics. A conversational microphone was taking closer to the left. The "Mini Jack" standard connector is located on the opposite end. According to users, such a solution is as successful as possible, since during the connection of the headphones does not interfere with listening to music.

Mechanical control keys are located only on the right side face. Here, in principle, everything is quite typical, as for any smartphone. The manufacturer brought a convenient blocking button, and a bit higher than its "rocker" volume. The left side edge served as a place to install a special tray. It is used for Nano SIM cards and an external MicroSD media. The device perfectly catches 4G. However, it is worth considering that the support of new generation networks can only be selected for one slot, the second will work in the 2G standard.

The most beautiful face of the phone is the facial panel. It is important to pay attention to the fact that you can purchase such a case on Meizu M3 Note, which will not hide it. In addition to beautiful big ScreenHere there is an approximation sensor, lighting, front camera and notification indicator. Next to these elements is a conversational speaker. Under the screen, the user will see a multifunctional control panel. It is available on it special keywhich is both sensory and mechanical at the same time. "Why is it so difficult?" - you ask. Because it is in this button that the scanner is installed, reading an imprint.

On the back of the functional elements located according to the standard scheme. Here there is a two-position flash of the LED type, the lens of the main chamber, which is located in the center. The manufacturer also presented its stylized logo on the back cover. You can call the indisputable advantage that the camera lens is somewhat recessed into the case, so if you use a cover, it will not scratch about a solid surface.

A few words about the screen

As mentioned above, phone Meizu. M3 Note is equipped with a large touch screen. Its size is 5.5 inches. The manufacturer did not save on the manufacture of the display. The user enjoys an LTPS matrix. The maximum screen features allow you to display a picture as Full HD. By the way, pay attention to one point: this type of matrix, most often, is used in more expensive gadgets. That is why they are considered high-tech.

In order to understand how high-quality this display, you need to contact customer reviews. They can find information that the level of brightness allows you to comfortably interact with the device as in complete darkness and being on the bright sun. Setup is carried out automatically. There is no comments to her, since it works instantly. In this criterion, the M3 Note model can compete with high-class branded smartphones. Impressate user and viewing angles. They are widely wide, almost close to 180 degrees. With a strong inclination, the contrast level varies completely slightly.

The advantages also applies to the sensor. It has a clear and fast response. Reacts even by pressing in tissue gloves. Users who are gaining a large number of Texts or play modern games, the Multitach option will be useful. This model has supported up to 10 touches.

In order to protect the screen, the manufacturer used DinoTrail Glass. Its properties make it possible not to worry about the formation of scratches, chips and other damage. Also in this model, which prevents the accumulation of dirt on the screen and the appearance of glare.

Communication

All users have long been accustomed to the fact that modern mobile devices are one of their own compact computer. However, you should not forget that the first assignment is the implementation of calls. Let's look at how the connection is implemented in Meizu M3 Note. The characteristics provided by the manufacturer suggest that the device supports 4G standard. Currently, this criterion for most users plays an important role. The SIM card is inserted into a special tray. Combine them in two ways. If the user needs to install an external drive, then it will have to sacrifice one mobile operator card.

As for the signal reception directly, this model boasts averages. However, in defense, let's say that almost all modern smartphones work at one level. During the conversation with the subscriber, it sounds picking up, no interference.

Navigation capabilities in this model are well implemented. Many owners of the phone are used as a compass or navigator.

Characteristics of cameras

What modern user does not like to be photographed? Manufacturers of digital gadgets have done everything possible in order to facilitate this process. In the M3 Note model, two modules are implemented. The first, which is located on the front panel, has a resolution of 5 megapixels. According to users, Selfie is decent quality. Sometimes small lumens can appear and digital noises with incorrectly selected lighting. With this camera, you can write down the video in 1080p format.

What are the main chamber? It is based on a 13 megapixel matrix. The lens is based on five wide-angle lenses. Photo quality is excellent. The shooting process is facilitated by the presence of a two-way flash and phase autofocus. If you need to edit photos, you can use the application settings. In it, the developer has provided all the necessary parameters.

Hardware "Stuffing"

Did not fail in Meizu M3 Note 32GB and the processor. This model Based on the MEDIATEK brand chipset - Helio P10. 8 computing modules are based on. They work in pairs: 4 × 4. The clock frequency reaches 1,800 MHz in the first case, in the second - 1000 MHz. The only disadvantage is the graphic accelerator of the MALI brand. However, even with the level of performance this smartphone It is impossible to call weak. The interface is characterized by smooth operation. Modern "heavy" games start quickly. There are no problems even with resource-intensive applications.

Operating system

This phone model works on Android 5.1. On top of the operating system installed the Flyme version 5.1.3 branded envelope. Many buyers really like the interface. Setting up Meizu M3 Note will not cause difficulties. Application icons are located on desktops. The curtain practically did not change its type in comparison with Flyme 4. The only thing to pay attention to is the lack of the usual menu strips. In this model, the developers replaced its "carousel". However, this has its advantages. For example, one movement can be cleaned by all programs.

Memory

Two versions are available to the buyer. The "younger" is equipped with two gigabytes "Operations" and a storage of 16 GB of integrated memory. If the user does not plan to install a memory card, then it is necessary to understand that this volume for full-fledged work may not be enough. In this case, it is recommended to purchase Meizu M3 Note 32GB. This version has a high level of performance, as the developers have installed 3 GB of RAM. The storage for downloading applications and other software has a volume of 32 GB. It is this version that allows you to maximize the entire affordable potential of this device.

Meizu M3 Note: Battery

What other criterion is considered important when choosing a smartphone? Of course, the characteristics of the battery. In this issue, the manufacturer did not disappoint buyers. It set the battery, with a capacity of 4100 milliam per hour. Its resource is enough:

10 hours in video mode;
for 5 hours spent in games;
18 h Reading e-books.

MEIZU M3 Note Phone in Mixed mode is able to function up to 48 hours. This definitely causes respect. However, it is necessary to understand the more functions will be involved, the stronger the term will be reduced. autonomous work. For example, if you connect to 4G, then a 100% charge is enough for approximately 14 hours.

Consider feedback

The early majority of users with distrust referred to products from the Middle Kingdom. After the release of the MEIZU and Xiaomi line, the opinion has changed dramatically. Model M3 Note gets only laudatory reviews. They say a magnificent display, excellent camera resolution, high performance level, beautiful, though copied, design. The advantages of this gadget can be listed infinitely. In any case, this unit is considered high-quality. Even if some breakdown suddenly occurs, the repair MEIZU M3 Note will cost inexpensively. Spare parts are available in almost all service centers, as this model is popular.

The minuses owners practically did not find. If you find fault, you can pay attention to a weak graphics accelerator.

Phone Meizu M3 Note: Price

Finally, let's talk about the cost of this gadget. Given that there are two versions on sale, then the prices for them will differ. In 2016, a modification with 2 GB "RAM" and 16 gigabytes of integrated memory cost about $ 150. The "senior" model could be purchased about $ 20 more expensive. What exactly to choose from them will be able to solve each user individually, guided by its needs.

Having to change the popular M2 Note, Meizu M3 Note changed the plastic housing to the metal, got a normal oleophobic coating and pumped the battery. With appearance, practically not inferior to iPhone 6s Plus, the device has retained an attractive price, but it did not prevent us from finding disadvantages.

The presentation of the new MEIZU M3 Note smartphone, which was spent under the slogan "Time to leave Polycarbonate in the past" (IT "S Time to Leave Polycarbonate Behind), took place in early April in Beijing. In Moscow, this device, along with other products from the 2016 line, Presented a month later. The novelty came to the change of a fairly successful model, the sale of which, according to the manufacturer, from the summer of last year amounted to more than two tens of millions of devices. In Meizu, obviously, it is calculated that the M3 Note smartphone, if not exceeded, then At least repeat the success of its predecessor.

Specifications

Model: M3 Note (M681H)
OS: Android 5.1 (Lollipop) with Flyme OS 5.1.3.1g shell
Processor: 64-bit MediaTek Helio P10 (MT6755), Armv8 architecture, 8 Arm Cortex-A53 cores (4x1.8 GHz + 4x1.0 GHz)
Graphic Soprocessor: Arm Mali-T860 MP2 (550 MHz)
RAM: 2 GB / 3 GB LPDDR3 (933 MHz, one channel)
Data storage memory: 16 GB / 32GB, EMMC 5.1, MICROSD / HC / XC Memory Card Support (up to 128 GB)
Interfaces: Wi-Fi 802.11 A / B / G / N (2.4 GHz + 5 GHz), Bluetooth 4.0 (LE), MicroUSB (USB 2.0) for charge / synchronization, USB-OTG, 3.5 mm for headphones
Screen: Capacitive Touch, Matrix IPS LTPS (Low-Temperature Polycrystalline Silicon), GFF (Full Lamination), 5.5 inches diagonal, resolution 1920x1080 Points, Pixel density per inch 403 PPI, Brightness 450 cd / kV. m, contrast 1000: 1, protective glass NEG 2.5D T2X-1
Main Camera: 13 MP, Matrix Purecel, Omnivision OV13853, Optical size 1/3.06 inches, Pixel size 1.12 μm, Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protective glass, 5-element lens, Aperture F / 2.2, Phase (PDAF) Autofocus, double Two-color flash, video [Email Protected]
Front camera: 5 MP, BSI matrix, Samsung S5K5E8 or Omnivision OV5670 Purecel, optical size (1/5 inches), pixel size 1.12 μm, 4-element lens, aperture F / 2.0
Network: GSM / GPRS / EDGE (900/1800/1900 MHz), WCDMA / HSPA + (900/2100 MHz), 4G FDD-LTE (1800/2100/2600 MHz)
SIM-Card format: Nanosim (4FF)
Configuration of the slot tray: Nanosim + Nanosim, or Nanosim + MicroSD / HD / XC
NAVIGATION: GPS / GLONASS, A-GPS
Sensors: Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Hall Sensor, Light and Approximation Sensors (Infrared), Dactyloscopic Scanner
Battery: non-removable, lithium-polymer, 4 100 mA * h
Colors: Dark gray, Silver, Golden
Dimensions: 153.6x75,5x8.2 mm
Weight: 163 grams

Design, Ergonomics

When creating M3 Note, designers seem to have dug their inspiration in the older models of MEIZU last year, in particular, in smartphones and.

Thus, for the manufacture of the entire novelty case, the newly known as Unibody, the air aluminum-magnesium alloy 6000 series was chosen.

So that the smartphone antennas are not shielded by the metal, there are two inserts from the radio transparent material, separating them from aluminum alloy with embossed strips. The dimensions of the novelty compared to changed not very significantly - 153.6x75.5x8.2 mm against 150.7x75.2x8.7 mm. Well, the weight due to the more capacious battery is quite predictable - 163 g against 149.

Recall that in the predecessor for the body they was satisfied with glossy colored plastic and only for gray was used matte polycarbonate.

At the time of testing, there were two options for the color of the anodized coating of the M3 Note enclosures: silver (with a black or white front panel) and gray (with a black or white faceplate).

The entire front surface M2 Note, including the screen, is covered with a protective glass, which chose DinaRex 2.5D T2X-1 from Nippon Electric Glass (NEG).

The 2.5D effect lies in a smooth "rounding" of this glass around the perimeter of the front panel.

Above the display, with traditionally narrow side frames,

the grille of the "conversational" speaker is located, surrounded by the lens of the front chamber (left), lighting sensors and approximation, as well as the LED indicator (right). The last staff of the smartphone seems to be not used.

The display is a mechanical key with an integrated fingerprint scanner Mtouch 2.1, externally very similar to MBack, which first appeared in the smartphone. From the last she inherited its basic functionality. So, the usual touch (TAP) of this button activates the "Back" function, short pressing with the hardware "click" returns to the main screen ("home"), and the long-term pressing (with hold) is quenched by the screen backlight. But the "Recent Applications" button replaces the swipe up from the bottom edge of the display. After a short addiction, such a control scheme becomes very convenient.

On the right edge in a small deepening, the volume adjustment rocker and the on / lock button settled.

An opening for the second microphone (for noise reduction and sound recording) and a 3.5 mm audio head chander remained in the upper end.

On the back of the panel, the relief strips separating the metal from the radio transparent plastic are thrown into the eye.

The front camera has a 5-megapixel bsi-sensor (Samsung S5K5E8 or Omnivision OV5670 Purecel, a 1/5 inches optical size) is equipped with a wide-angle 4-lens with a diaphragm F / 2.0. But there are no autofocus and outbreak here. The maximum image size in the classic proportion (4: 3) is 2592x1944 points (5 MP).

Both cameras can record video as Full HD (1920x1080 points) with a frame frequency of 30 FPS, while the content is saved in the MP4 container files (AVC - video, AAC - sound).

The interface of the application "Camera" in M3 Note, compared to its predecessor, a little "referred", but the main opportunities changed little. The "Auto", "Manual", "Portrait", "Panorama", "Changing" and "Slow Shot" (4 times, 640x480 dots permission, up to 60 minutes) remained on the spot. At the same time, removing the "scanner", added "macro" and "gif" (up to 6 minutes of animation). In the settings, you can select the HDR mode, as well as determine the size of the photo and the quality of the video. Shooting in manual mode (M) involves the adjustment of exposure parameters, ISO, exposure, saturation, white balance, etc. By activating the appropriate option, the focus and exposure can be performed separately. In addition, there is almost a dozen filter filters. Switch the viewfinder from the main chamber to the frontal and back conveniently vertical swipes. But the volume adjustment swing (both zoom and reduction) is also proposed to be used to descend the shutter. The manufacturer marks the role of an ISP TrueBright image processor, which allows you to take a picture with a shorter and clear lighting. Nevertheless, the special quality of shooting in such conditions even the main chamber boasts difficult.

Not only by placing the lattice of the "multimedia" dynamics, but also its acoustic abilities, M3 Note is practically no different from its predecessor. Staff means of the smartphone all also allow you to listen to audio files, for example, with FLAC extensions created by codecs to compress audio data without loss of quality. After connecting the audio headset, it is proposed to use the 5-band equalizer with presets and manual setting. Built-in FM tuner in the apparatus, alas, is missing. A simple "recorder" makes pretty high-quality monophonic records (44.1 kHz), which stores in MP3 format files.

Stuffing, productivity

If I bet on the 64-bit MEDIATEK MT6753 platform with eight ARM Cortex-A53 cores (1.3 GHz), then for M3 Note, they chose the firstborn from the MEDIATEK Helio P10 chipset family (it is MT6755), intended, according to the manufacturer for thin smartphones.

The basis of this crystal is an 8-core processor, where the four Arm Cortex-A53 cores are tacting with a frequency of up to 1.8 GHz, and four more to 1.0 GHz. At the same time, the 2-nuclear Arm Mali-T860 MP2 architecture (550 MHz) with OpenGL ES 3.2 and OpenCl 1.2 support is used as a graphics accelerator. The MT6755 chip is made according to the new TSMC 28HPC + technological process (28 nm), which, according to the manufacturer, ensured a reduction in power consumption by 30-35% compared with chips produced in compliance with the "old" project standards 28HPC. In addition, increasing energy efficiency while maintaining sufficient computing power is achieved by automatic adjustable processor frequencies and a video source. Helio P10 can work in LTE-TDD networks, LTE-FDD Cat. 6 (300/50 Mbps), HSPA +, TD-SCDMA, EDGE, etc., and also provided with Bluetooth 4.0 LE interfaces and 2-range Wi-Fi. From other branded "highlights" MediaTek MT6755, in addition to Miravision 2.0, it is worth noting the load optimizer for Corepilot processor kernels and a cardiac control system (using the camera built into the smartphone) Heart Rate Monitoring.

The basic M3 Note configuration is supplemented with RAM type LPDDR3 (933 MHz), which is controlled by a single-channel controller. Note that in the variants of a smartphone with 16 GB or 32 GB of the built-in storage (EMMC 5.1), 2 GB or 3 GB of RAM is installed, respectively. We had a test for a test with a combination of 2 GB / 16 GB. Judging by the published data, Helio P10 in terms of performance successfully competes with Qualcomm Snapdragon 615/616 chipsets, which does not contradict the results of the tests performed.

The number of "virtual parrots" obtained on the Antutu Benchmark synthetic benchmark, obviously predetermined the selected hardware platform.

The efficiency of using the processor cores (GeekBench 3, Vellamo) of the new smartphone looks quite optimistic, but the assessment of the number of "horsepower" is not so major.

At the EPIC Citadel visual test settings (High Performance, High Quality and Ultra High Quality), the average frame rate changed as follows - 60.1 FPS, 59.8 FPS and 41.5 FPS, respectively.

On the universal gaming benchmark 3DMark, where Meizu M3 Note was tested at the recommended set Sling Shot (ES 3.1), a rather modest result was recorded in 326 points. If problems are unlikely to arise with simple games, then on the "heavy" (Asphalt 8: to take off, World of Tanks Blitz) better limit the average settings.

In turn, the total number of points, "knocked out" smartphone on the Base Mark OS II cross-platform benchmark, amounted to 986.

Of the 16 GB of the stated internal memory in the test model, about 14.56 GB are available, and about 9.6 GB are available. At the same time, as well, to extend the available storage, the microSD / HC / XC memory card is set to a maximum capacity of up to 128 GB. True, a dual tray where the memory card is inserted, universal, and, having taken one place in it, you will have to donate the installation of the second SIM card (Nanosim format). By the way, it is also possible to expand the built-in memory thanks to the support of USB-OTG technology, by connecting an external drive.

Similar to the predecessor, the wireless communications set in M3 Note also includes a 2-range Wi-Fi-Fi-Fi-module 802.11 A / B / G / N (2.4 and 5 GHz) and Bluetooth 4.0 (LE).

One device radio channel When installing two Nanosim-cards (4FF format), operates with them in DUAL SIM Dual Standby mode, in other words, both SIM cards are active, but when one is busy, the other is not available. Both trays in the slot support work with 4G, while the SIM card for data transmission, as well as the network priority mode, is selected in the corresponding menu. Unfortunately, only two "Russian" fluid FDD-LTE - B3 (1 800 MHz) and B7 (2,600 MHz) are available. But the most "penetrating", low-frequency B20 (800 MHz), as before, remained "overboard". The manufacturer emphasizes the support of the promising Volte technology (Voice Over LTE).

The volume of the lithium-polymer battery, which was equipped with M3 Note (4 100 mA * h), compared with its predecessor (3 100 mA * h), increased quite significantly - by about 32% (1,000 mA * h). Despite such a reserve by capacity, the housing of the new smartphone has become 0.5 mm thinner. There is no support for quick charging. The kit with a smartphone includes a power adapter (5 V / 2 A). To fill the battery to 100% of the level of 15-20%, it will be necessary for about 2 hours.

On the Antutu Tester battery tests, it was possible to earn an impressive 8,778 points. At the time, 6,89 points limited here. When a 100% filled battery, the manufacturer promises to two days of operation in active mode, or up to 17 hours of video viewing, or up to 36 hours listening to music. Test set of videos in MP4 format (hardware decoding) and Full HD quality on full brightness spinning continuously for almost 9.5 hours.

In the "Power Management" settings section, depending on the intended load, you can forcefully translate the smartphone from the "Balanced" mode to the "energy saving" or "productive". In addition, in the "Power Optimization" section, it is proposed not only to manage the sleeping application mode, but also use the flexible settings to save battery charge - "smart", "super" and "customizable".

Software features

The M3 Note smartphone is running the Android 5.1 operating system (Lollipop), the interface of which is hidden under Flyme OS 5.1.3.1g's branded shell. It should be noted here that in the latest versions of Flyme firmware, including the above, the first launch of the Google Play application store (Google account) must be performed on a smartphone with a SIM card installed. Such an additional authorization of the device has become one of the new security requirements.

In the section "Spec. Features", still collected possible gestures of the smartphone management, including the "ring" SmartTouch control (not displayed) with transparency in the screenshot).

In the new version of the shell, there was an opportunity to divide the screen for simultaneously displaying the operation of two applications, however, so far it only concerns the "Settings", "Video" and "Maps" programs.

With the help of (up to five) fingerprints obtained on the fast (0.2 second), the Mtouch 2.1 dactylconic scanner can be blocked not only the screen, but also access to files and applications.

M3 Note has a minimum software set. From this software, you can highlight the collection of utilities for regular care for the smartphone collected in the "Security Center" (search for viruses, garbage cleaning, memory cleaning, energy saving management, etc.), as well as practical tools from the useful application ( "Mirror", "Flashlight", "Line", etc.).

Purchase, conclusions

Improvements in Meizu M3 Note, compared to its predecessor, not only the replacement of plastic on an aluminum alloy, but also the filling functional. Now in a smartphone where 3 GB of the operational and 32 GB of integrated memory can be installed, a new processor is used, the battery capacity has increased significantly, and a quick dactylconic scanner has been added. In addition, both tray in the slot support not only LTE technology, but also Volte. At the same time, the price of M3 Note was able to preserve quite attractive: 16,990 rubles per version 2 GB / 16 GB and 18,990 rubles per 3 GB / 32 GB (operational / built-in memory, respectively).

Unfortunately, some drawbacks of the predecessor moved into a new model. In particular, the 800 MHz LTE range remained "overboard", a mandatory choice between the second SIM card and the memory extension is preserved, and the built-in FM tuner is still absent.

As for the nearest competitors Meizu M3 Note, then among them there are already certified for sale in Russia Xiaomi Redmi Note. 3. No less metallic than a novelty from Meizu, he received a more powerful processor, a 16-megapixel camera and a battery of almost the same capacity (4,000 mA * h). At the same time, in large retail networks, its configuration of 3 GB / 32 GB is estimated at 17,990 rubles, and 2 GB / 16 GB - another 2 thousand rubles cheaper.

Results of the MEIZU M3 Note Smartphone Review

Pros:

Attractive price
High autonomy
Support LTE and Volte with both trays for SIM-cards
Ability to expand memory
Fast dactyloscopic scanner

Minuses:

Alternative installation of the second SIM card or memory card
A little shaky SIM tray
Clicks when playing music via Bluetooth
Lack of support for LTE Band 20 frequency range (800 MHz)
No FM tuner

Following Xiaomi and Huawei, Meizu introduced a budget apparatus with a typical set of characteristic set for the middle segment. Moreover, the Chinese went further and equipped the new smartphone with the main parameters, characteristic of their flagship. And this is at very low (especially for China at the start of sales) price. Let's see what MEIZU M3 Note.

Meizu M3 Note Characteristics

Case materials: Metal, Glass, Plastic inserts
Operating system: Android 5.1, Flyme 6.1
Network: GSM / EDGE, UMTS / HSDPA, LTE (TD / FDD-LTE)
Screen: IPS (LTPS), Diagonal 5.5 ", Resolution 1920x1080, PPI 406, automatic adjustment Lime level, protective glass
Platform: MediaTek Helio P10
Processor: eight-core, 64-bit, four Corteh-A53 kernels at 1.8 GHz + Four Cortex-A53 kernels at 1 GHz
Graphics: Mali T860
RAM: 2/3 GB
Data storage memory: 16/32 GB
Slot under the memory card: yes, microSD
Main camera: 13 megapixel, 5 lenses, f / 2.2, phase autofocus, dual LED flash, video is written in 1080p
Front camera: 5 MP, F / 2.0, video is written in 1080p
Interfaces: Wi-Fi (A / B / G / N) Dual-Band, Bluetooth 4.0 (LE), MicroUSB connector (USB 2.0, MHL) for charge / synchronization, 3.5 mm for headset
NAVIGATION: GPS (A-GPS support), GLONASS
Optional: Fingerprint scanner Mtouch 2.1, accelerometer, light sensor, approximation sensor
Battery: 4100 mAh
Dimensions: 153.6 x 75.5 x 8.2 mm
Weight: 163 grams

Design and case materials

Externally, M3 Note resembles Meizu MX5 and Pro 5, that is, last year's flagships. A tactile device also corresponds to these models: here a metal backrest and volumetric (2.5d) glass, due to which the smartphone is expensive. Yes, on top and bottom there are plastic inserts, but they are painted in the color of the metal and weather do not. So, according to the design and perception of the device, Meizu was able to play at the same level as Xiaomi and Huawei with Redmi Note 3 and Honor 5X, respectively, and maybe better. This is a question of preferences, which of the devices you like. I like the total simplicity and unloading of the design in Meizu M3 Note, it is neat and without unnecessary details. And "borrowed" from Apple that for someone a lack, and for others - plus.

The colors are still the same as the flagships, the silver and golden with the front panel of white and dark gray with the front panel of black. No bright colors, only classic options.

Gabarits.

MEIZU M3 Note is comparable to MX5 and other smartphones with a screen diagonal 5.5 "". I can not call it compact among classmates, but also in the most side it is not embarrassed - a typical middle journal in this category in size. The device is not too thick, which makes it pleases with a battery at 4100 mAh.

Control elements

According to the main elements of the management of Meizu M3 Note, it does not differ from their predecessors. Power and volume buttons on the right, tray under two SIM cards (or SIM card and memory card) on the left, microusb connector, microphone and lattice dynamics at the bottom (one of them is decorative), as well as 3.5 mm mini-jack from above.

Meizu finally drew attention to the fact that earlier many elements on the enclosures of their smartphones were located asymmetrically, and in M3 Note, this flaw was corrected. Symmetric chamber eyes and light sensors / approximation, symmetric dynamics and screw lattices. Including due to such trifles, the device looks more neatly than M2 Note.

But an important difference between M3 Note from last year's model is still not in this. The apparatus appeared a fingerprint scanner, he entered into mechanical keywhich also executes the role of the "Back" button thanks to the sensor layer. Convenient button, it is in mEIZU smartphones MX4 Pro, MX5, Pro 5 and M1 Metal. And now in M3 Note.

Screen

The device uses a screen with a diagonal of 5.5 "" and the resolution of 1920x1080 points based on the IPS matrix. The display with maximum viewing angles, a good brightness margin and close to the natural color reproduction. Although the last parameter, I will say frankly, the screen reminded me of such in Xiaomi Redmi Note 3: both smartphones give the picture not enough juicy, a little pale. But in general, for an inexpensive device, the display is simply excellent.

By the way, the screen is better than the Meizu M2 Note, not only in brightness and quality of the picture, but also on the quality of the glass used and especially the oleophobic coating. In this regard, M3 Note turned out to be very good, better than Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 and most other competitors. Probably in Meizu too close to the heart perceived criticism with respect to poor oleophobic coating in M2 Note and in the next apparatus in the lineup simply used the panel from Pro 5. Such a feeling is folded.

Platform, memory

Smartphone is built on one of the new platforms from the Taiwanese company MediaTek - Helio P10. This is not a top chip, but for FullHD permission and the apparatus of the budget segment - a good option. Graphics Mali T860. In a 2/3 GB smartphone, RAM and 16/32 GB built-in. There is a slot under the MicroSD memory card, combined with the second slot under the SIM card. You can also install two SIMs of the Nanosim format.

Camera

Both cameras, both the main and frontal, were not changed according to the characteristics compared to cameras in Meizu M2 Note. Accordingly, the quality of the photo in the new M3 Note is about the same. I will not describe some features, yet in front of us inexpensive smartphone, Just look at the examples of the photo and appreciate yourself.

I note only that, as in all other devices from Meizu, there is a fully manual shooting mode (this is good), as well as the fact that the interface still does not know how to turn into a landscape orientation (this is bad).

Shooting day

Shooting at night

Front-camera

Manual mode

Interfaces

From most budget devices (including from M2 Note), the new Meizu M3 Note is characterized by two features. First, there is support for two-band Wi-Fi, secondly, the device supports Volte. In 4G networks, the smartphone works in all the ranges common for Russia. Bluetooth version 4.0 with LE profile support (Low Energy).

Battery

Perhaps the main feature of Meizu M3 Note is a battery with a capacity of 4100 mAh. Here you can say thank you to the company Xiaomi, which Meizu consider the main competitors, because they exactly, equipping their Redmi Note 3 batteries for 4000 mAh, gave meizu sign - "We must do the same or better." I do not know how a device will show well in time of work in reality, but such a battery capacity inspires optimism. Together with not top characteristics (platform, screen resolution) you can expect two full days of the device operation in active mode.

Flyme.

Smartphone works on android database 5.1 with Flyme 5.1 branded interface. It is strange that the company has not translated the device on Android 6.0, probably Meizu decided to submit a major update in the near future for his Flyme interface and make a big announcement from it. I do not see other explanations.

The shell is Flyme, with a familiar multiple logic of the interface "as in iOS", beautiful, neat, not overloaded. Someone like it, others cannot tolerate her, this is a matter of preferences.

Conclusion

In China, the first MEIZU M3 Note party will be sold at a price of 800 and 1,000 yuan for 2/16 and 3/32 GB versions, respectively. If you return a few years ago and trace what prices the company put on its new products compared to the main competitor, Xiaomi, we will see that similar MEIZU smartphones have always been more expensive at the start of sales. This time the situation is different, and this is how it seems to me that the indicator of "appreciation" declared on the presentation of prices. Otherwise, the device is very attractive even on the background of Xiaomi Redmi Note 3, which, in turn, when chinese price Looks like a stunning offer.

The cost for Russia is still unknown, perhaps it will be the price ranging from 16,000 to 18,000 rubles, maybe below, maybe above, here I'm just trying to guess. Official sales in Russia start tentatively in May.

After Xiaomi presented his Redmi Note 3, I was very doubted in Meizu's abilities to show something at least about this level. Too strong product came out from Xiaomi. However, Meizu was able to perform at the same level and in something even to get out of their main competitor. Maging M3 Note - design and case materials. This is the case when the company managed not to just take a metal, glass and collect from this smartphone, but made it very high quality and thoughtful: 2.5D glass, chic oleophobic coating, as on flagships, neat thin line wiring antennas, symmetry in small elements - All this makes the device impressive. The rest of the MEIZU M3 Note is a strong "middle jar" with the price of a budget device.

P.S. In addition to the smartphone, Meizu introduced new headphones - Meizu EP51 with plastic lugs for fixing in ear and magnetic stripes on the enclosures for fastening each other and convenient carrying. Headphones look interesting, but when they appear in Russia, so far it is not known.