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UNLOCKED XiaoMi Redmi 3 Pro 32GB ROM 4G Smartphone-SILVER £115.41 @ Gearbest

£115.41 GearBest4 Jul 16

Source: HotUKDeals | Deals > Mobiles

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aaronace1011

26 Jun 16

was looking for a cheap Small phone and found this! seems to be a good price and dispatches next day so no 7 day processing *ahem* AliExpress!

Unlocked for Worldwide use. Please ensure local area network is compatible. click here for Network Frequency of your country. Please check with your carrier/provider before purchasing this item.
Notice:
This Android/Windows device is designed to function specifically with the current Android/Windows OS installed on it. Any alterations such as upgrades, modding with custom ROMs, rooting or flashing the Android device with other firmware will automatically void the device's warranty.
XiaoMi Redmi 3 Pro 5.0 inch Android 5.1 4G Smartphone Snapdragon 616 64bit Octa Core 3GB RAM 32GB ROM Fingerprint 13.0MP Main Camera
Main Features:
Display: 5.0 inch 1280 x 720 HD Screen
CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 616 Octa Core 4 x 1.5GHz + 4 x 1.2GHz
GPU: Adreno 405
System: Android 5.1
RAM + ROM: 3GB RAM + 32GB ROM
Camera: 5.0MP front camera + 13.0MP rear camera with auto focus and flashlight
Sensor: Light sensor, G-sensor, Proximity sensor, E-compass
Feature: GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, Fingerprint sensor
Bluetooth: 4.1
SIM Card: Dual SIM dual standby. One is Micro SIM card slot, the other is Nano card slot, which can also be used as a TF card slot.
Note: Nano SIM card and TF card cannot be used together, because they share the same space of card slot.
Network:
2G: GSM 850/900/1800/1900MHz
3G: WCDMA 850/900/1900/2100MHz
4G: FDD-LTE 1800/2100/2600MHz
Note: Note: This product uses Xiaomi Redmi 3 package, but the product is updated version of Xiaomi Redmi 3 Pro.

Top comments

adamdroitwich

26 Jun 16 3 #7

I have bought 3 Chinese phones over the last year and all play up at some point or another. I've decided I'll stick to UK dedicated brands now so when stuff goes wrong it's easier to sort out. Just saying. ZTE blade s6, lenovo k50 and ulefone power... Never again. Next phone is likely to be moto g4 plus

All comments (102)

AndyRoyd

26 Jun 16 1 #1

£104 at Fastcardtech shipped free in 1-3 days, other chargeable shipping options available. Not prev used FCT https://www.fastcardtech.com/Xiaomi-Redmi-3-pro.html
Other options cheaper than Gearbest listed at http://www.kimovil.com/en/where-to-buy-xiaomi-redmi-3-pro

SClub

26 Jun 16 #2

Cheaper at AliExpress too - £102 from seller Dreami (I have one on the way, although I paid £106 before the pound fell - work that one out!).

KiretoX

26 Jun 16 1 #3

Or you can buy Note 3 Pro 32GB Snapdragon 650 edition for $169.99 - http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Original-Xiaomi-Redmi-Note-3-Pro-Prime-4G-LTE-Cell-Phone-Snapdragon-650-Hexa-Core-Fingerprint/32675885509.html?spm=2114.13010208.99999999.267.sTUc88

5.5% TCB as well

pcangeldust

26 Jun 16 2 #4

Terrible seller, would not recommend. No contact and takes forever to dispatch.

jnrcocobean

26 Jun 16 #5

Does this come with the global rom ?

aaronace1011 to jnrcocobean

26 Jun 16 #6

i do not know you could always message them to see if they can install it for you

adamdroitwich

26 Jun 16 3 #7

aaronace1011 to adamdroitwich

26 Jun 16 #9

this is my 1st time buying a chinese phone - i think xiaomi and huawei are good and upcoming to be global powerhouses bearing on bug fixes and accessibility.

den169

26 Jun 16 #8

Some good prices anyone bought from any of the above before.

aaronace1011 to den169

26 Jun 16 1 #10

i just purchased this deal but in Gold colour just now - there was another thread with this device around 850 heat a few days ago check there

den169

26 Jun 16 #11

Yes been watching all the other posts but not seen the above shops before.Best prices iv'e seen.How much did it finish up at aaronace1011

robertfrancis1975

26 Jun 16 #12

is this the new model?

steve1221 to robertfrancis1975

26 Jun 16 #13

It's the latest there is at the moment. I hear (my son's working in HK and walks past the Xiaomi shop everyday) that Xiaomi have at least 2 new models 'coming soon'. One with a 5.5 inch screen like this one but updated and fully working with all UK network and a new 5.7 inch model in their Note range. The 5.7 is the one I'm waiting for.

My son bought this one about 3 months back and says it's the best phone he's ever had! And he's had LOTS!

robertfrancis1975

26 Jun 16 #14

I'm a novice so any advise is appreciated.

steve1221 to robertfrancis1975

26 Jun 16 #15

First thing to do is decide what you want it to do for you. After that just find a model that fulfills those needs. . .

robertfrancis1975

26 Jun 16 #16

a good camera and storage. equal to my G2 camera would be good

Picard123

26 Jun 16 #17

Looks like this is the China ROM version from the Q&As on the Gearbest page.

You'll need to flash the ROM.

4Real2016 to Picard123

26 Jun 16 #18

I don't think so, it has multi language support so its probably Global, China ROM only supports Chinese and English.

Both ROMS require you to install google play unless its done by the seller.

bmz

26 Jun 16 #19

Well specced phone, how does the warranty work?

RobertM0215 to bmz

26 Jun 16 2 #20

I asked similar questions in the HUKD forum - it's only had a few answers but it really helped me so I've copied and pasted from that thread.

1. Can I trust the spec advertised is accurate?
- In most cases yes, more trustworthy to deal with retailers rather than companies like Aliexpress and buy a well reviewed phone.

2. Is there some kind of spyware or similar that is going to compromise your personal details?
- Nobody can give a definitive answer to this. It's a risk you take with any app on any smartphone.

3. Are the phones ready to go straight out of the box?
- In most cases they will be useable however some changes would benefit the user - e.g. removing chinese characters. Don't expect to be buying a phone
like you would from Carphone Warehouse.

4. When a handset is sold with an old version of Android, can it be updated?
- Depending on the handset there may be enough of a following to have a solid custom ROM developed that would allow you to root your device and update the android version. However I would say no. No official update will be provided.

5. I've seen the term "flash the memory" - what does that mean and is it necessary to do this in order to get the mobile phone to work properly in the UK?
- It basically means to root the phone to gain additional access to install a custom rom. It isn't necessary to get the phone to work.

6. What about warranty? It looks like most have a 3 month UK warranty which is why I've seen recommendations to buy using a credit card. Is this accurate?
-Ignore the warranty. The cost of shipping simply isn't worth it in my opinion. I've received a handset that was dead on arrival and PayPal refused to refund me. Buy from a reputable seller.

7. Is the after sales service not worth the paper (or website) it's written on?
-Please see above. You are basically on your own once you receive the phone

4Real2016

26 Jun 16 #21

Buy using a credit card then your covered, this applies to anything over £100 (Google Section 75)

7Tone

27 Jun 16 #22

This is not the latest. It has snapdragon 616. Newest has snapdragon 650. I am waiting for mine, I paid £120 from aliexpress but wouldn't recommend it yet as order been processing for nearly a week.

4Real2016

27 Jun 16 #23

Your getting your models mixed up, this has always had a Snapdragon 616, the Note models have a 650.

Redmi Note 3 Pro - Snapdragon 650
Redmi 3 Pro - Snapdragon 616

Bambie legs

27 Jun 16 #24

Keep looking at this...! Will this be better than my LG g2.
Does anyone know the quality of the pics from the camera?
Has anyone put a review up on here? Someone who actually has one?
Thanks...

dcx_badass

27 Jun 16 #25

Redmi 3S (& Pro) - Snapdragon 430 (Identical to the 3 but diff CPU & advantage of running Android Marshmallow)

4Real2016

28 Jun 16 #26

There's two new editions to the Redmi series, 3X and 3S both out this month, currently only seen the 3S for pre-order.

dcx_badass

28 Jun 16 #27

I know, that's why I posted about it. The 3X is just a 3S customised for one Chinese network so no point bothering with that, the 3S looks good once the prices reaches a reasonable level, it's way too high atm compared to the 3 Pro.

Picard123

28 Jun 16 #28

Xiaomi must have the most convoluted model naming system out of any phone manufacturer - 3, 3S, 3X, 3 Pro, 3 Prime together with numerous different RAM, CPU and storage capacities within that model lineup :laughing:

pcangeldust

28 Jun 16 #29

Xiaomi redmi note 3X pro prime

Picard123

28 Jun 16 #30

Is that better or worse than the Xiaomi redmi note 3XS pro prime? :laughing:

pcangeldust

28 Jun 16 #31

You mean the Original Xiaomi redmi note 3XS pro prime :stuck_out_tongue:

aaronace1011

28 Jun 16 #32

OH WAIT I POSTED THE WRONG DEAL - JUST NOTICED
it was meant to be the Note 3 pro not 3 pro
here is link http://www.gearbest.com/cell-phones/pp_308842.html

MaximusRo

30 Jun 16 1 #33

The Moto is a Lenovo phone as well. But I know what you mean, many had the same experience.

aaronace1011

4 Jul 16 #34

Just got it _ Quick review

1st Stupid DHL and Duty+ VAT cost me £22 extra *cryface*
2nd the phone is so thin despite the 4000mAh battery
3rd the screen is amazeballz rivaling my old S6 screen
4th amazing phone for the price highly recommended - better than my iPhone 5s
5th fingerprint is fast and works with screen off

overall great peice of kit for the £139 it costed inc VAT & Duty which you could avoid if lucky

retrend

5 Jul 16 #35

No it's not the 3S is out recently with a more modern processor.

hcc27

5 Jul 16 #36

Aye that. The Moto G4 Plus is the bees knees, specially the 4GB/64GB model. Camera with laser focus reviewed to be close to the big boys in terms of PQ. Comes out of the gate with Marshmallow and guaranteed to receive OS updates for at least 2 years.

irekpa

5 Jul 16 1 #37

I do recommend this seller on Ali express. I bought it and and asked seller to send sealed package so i can put Google Play myself and be sure its brand new. Also asked to declare low value so didn't pay any customs in UK. Parcel took just two weeks. It came with China ROM with Chinese and English languages only. Also from this seller you get free extra gifts like: clear case, sim adapter and screen protector.

Most powerful version of REDMI NOTE 3 PRO PRIME with Snapdragon 650 32GB: (White/silver: 179.99 USD, Gold: 183.99 USD, Black/Grey: 189.99 USD)
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Xiaomi-Redmi-note3-Pro-Prime-snapdragon-650-3G-32G-4000mAh-13ML-1080P-5-5-screen-octa/32636040211.html

RckStdy

5 Jul 16 1 #38

Be careful, I bought one for my mother last year, after a few months the screen kept going black stopping her from completing any functions like hanging up calls etc. There are several other issues but it will take too long to list here.

wenttoabetterplace

5 Jul 16 #39

Just in the process of returning 2x Ulefone Paris phones. Both had malware installed by default...terribly slow charing...one has completely failed to charge and the other has an ever growing white hotspot on the screen.

Back to my iPhone 4S - which though inferior in absolute speed, is better in most other ways.

No more China phones for me

badasschris

5 Jul 16 #40

Dispatches next day? Must be a new policy usually they wait 2 months before dispatching "In Stock" items.

khodos

5 Jul 16 #41

anywhere you can buy this in the UK? I don't mind paying an extra 20 quid...

ACunningPlan

5 Jul 16 #42

I currently have a Galaxy S4...really like the look of this but the screen resolution is 720P v 1080P of my samsung. Sorry for the noob question but would this really be an upgrade from an S4?

ACunningPlan

5 Jul 16 #43

Some Ebay sellers seem to have some in the UK =tried to provide a link but does not seem to want to work. About £140+ though..

OldEngine

5 Jul 16 #44

This phone is brilliant I am on one right now! Heat! :smiley:

corred1964

5 Jul 16 1 #45

Performance wise there will probably not be a huge difference......try searching Antutu benchmarks & compare the two......on such small screens the difference between 729 & 1080 isn't as great as on a tablet

Glonass support is good if you use the GPS & the fingerprint sensor is a nice quirky touch

lutin

5 Jul 16 #46

You probably know this already, but if you choose DHL you are more likely to get charged import duties. If you choose the default delivery method (which takes a few weeks), you tend not to get charged.

corred1964

5 Jul 16 #47

For those wanting something which "SHOULD" smash just about all the other competition on the market this could be it.....if it comes with an international ROM !! Expensive for a Chinese phone (but most phones are actually made in China anyway)....the specs look amazing !!

http://www.geekbuying.com/item/LeTV-LeEco-Le-Max-2-Pro-X820-6GB-128GB-Smartphone---Gray-369481.html

Cookey

5 Jul 16 #48

how slim is this phone?it looks quite chunky from some pics ive seen?

lukec36

5 Jul 16 #49

Bought this for my wife earlier this year. It came with the global ROM but I still could not get her contacts to sync from her Google account no matter what I tried, and I've probably configured 25+ android phones in my time...

The battery life and camera are very good. I like the style of the user interface but won't be to everyone's taste.

Also the capacitive buttons are not backlit which is a little annoying.

On the whole though this is exceptional value for money.

Greenwichero

5 Jul 16 #50

Woow!! This mobile is going down faster than the pound!! Maybe in a month I will be paid if I buy it!! I think I will wait a little bit more (my Moto G is still working...) :smirk:

deano777

5 Jul 16 #51

Xiaomi haven't released a Global rom for this phone. I suspect this is why you were having issues with the contacts.

VSUKWizard

5 Jul 16 #52

I comes with malwearIt comes with a Chinese custom Rom with malwear. You will need the learn how to root and flash a Rom for this to ever work properly.

deano777

5 Jul 16 #53

pretty much 99% of AliExpress and Gearbeast phones are like this. Reflash with original Rom from Xiaomi. MIUI8 is looking very nice and great battery life.

sam_of_london

5 Jul 16 #54

I have ZTE blade 6 and ulephone. What is wrong with them? Out of curiosity?

madcap

5 Jul 16 #55

tempted...

somesortoferror

5 Jul 16 #56

Newer xiaomi phones have locked bootloaders so you're stuck with the Chinese firmware until you get an unlock code.

You can do that following this guide: http://xiaomitips.com/guide/unlock-redmi-note-3-bootloader/

After that you can install the unofficial builds at https://xiaomi.eu/ with all the Chinese stuff removed.

MaximusRo

5 Jul 16 #57

Strange, all others report the camera to be below average (especially in anything than perfect light conditions)

Also, I thought the capacitive buttons are illuminated?

It's got no NFC, no QuickCharge, no Gorilla Glass

The fingerprint sensor is located on the back of the phone... not the best choice, in my opinion.

MaximusRo

5 Jul 16 2 #58

That's 2.5x more expensive... In fact, it's in Samsung/LG/Apple flagships territory (price-wise).
Hard to justifiy all that money on a device with no warranty from China when you can buy something from a high-street store from a reputable manufacturer

MaximusRo

5 Jul 16 #59

Not really, still around £140 most places, it was just a lucky day when this deal was posted

ukwestspeed

5 Jul 16 #60

Great phone, have bought 2 now, no customs issues from aliexpress (ships as an "mp3 player"). Great price I paid a lot more than this but still a great phone

the3md1

5 Jul 16 #61

do you know if banking apps will still work after this or root will be detected? thx

deano777

5 Jul 16 #62

the standard Xiaomi Roms are not root'd and my Nationwide and Smile apps worked. The Dev rom is rooted so may not work.

Rolex17

5 Jul 16 #63

I bought a Ulephone Vienna 2 months ago at £125 and it's brilliant.

shariifi

5 Jul 16 #64

Chinese phone bought all work fine over 1 year: Blade 6, Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 works.
UK brands Moto G 2nd Gen dead after 1 year..

Voted cold as this phone is the 5inch model.

aaronace1011

5 Jul 16 #65

i was meant to put the 5.5 inch i corrected it in a later comment with link the Note 3 pro

Arkade

5 Jul 16 #66

Where's the best/cheapest place to buy the highest spec redmi note 3 pro prime that i will receive within a week?

deano777

5 Jul 16 #67

http://www.ibuygou.com use DHL and if in stock probably get in 2-3 days. I've order from them on a Friday and received the phone on the Monday.

joetipper

5 Jul 16 #68

What happened to your ulefone power out of interest?

Arkade

5 Jul 16 #69

Cheers, Was that from the China warehouse? Mind linking your particular sellers phone? I'm starting to wonder if it wouldn't be better just to get from a UK supplier on Ebay...

adamdroitwich

5 Jul 16 #70

Oh it does random things like unable to lock the phone. The battery lasts nowhere near the advertised capacity. The camera is a pile of poop too. I'm just generally underwhelmed by it really..

deano777

5 Jul 16 #71

Yes from the China warehouse. I've bought Mi3, Mi Note, Redmi note pro, MiPad and Mi2S from them along with power banks and various other things. never had an issue.
Ebay well that's your choice, I'd refresh straight away with the official Rom from http://en.miui.com though.

tomwenn

5 Jul 16 #72

My brain is fried after searching and comparing phones for the last hour, can anyone give me a quick breakdown of differences between this and the Note 3 Pro? Thanks.

shariifi

5 Jul 16 1 #73

When I put the code GB0419, the price jumps from £120 to £149.23

irekpa

5 Jul 16 1 #74

download an app called "Mr Phone" and it will compare it for you

spinninghugo

5 Jul 16 #75

Any suggestions for a good build quality sub £100 Chinese android, preferably 5" not 5.5

dave7

5 Jul 16 #76

Doogee x5pro from amazon... Brilliant

craigaaward

5 Jul 16 #77

Vernee Thor - looks epic

dcx_badass

5 Jul 16 #78

The Redmi 3S or Redmi 3 2GB/16GB version of both are under £100.

mistah

6 Jul 16 #79

Is there a massive difference between this model and the model posted previously? http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/xiaomi-redmi-note-3-pro-international-rom-3gb-32gb-version-snapdragon-650-4k-mah-2459056

sterankin

6 Jul 16 #80

Do these work on O2 4g, band 20? Do any?

harveybq

6 Jul 16 #81

I had the s4 before I got mine. Blows the s4 out of the water Tbh

showstopper81

6 Jul 16 1 #82

Working out at £121.09 for me but thanks for this.

masai

6 Jul 16 1 #83

Thanks OP - Just bought the grey one for £117.94

Greenwichero

6 Jul 16 #84

Ouch!!! However.... I will wait at least one more month, my SuperMoto G (1st generation) is still working, sometimes I think it is some kind of Nokia 3100-smartphone (it never dies).

MaximusRo

6 Jul 16 #85

This one has a smaller screen compared to the Note version, think of the Note version similar to Note series from Samsung: bigger screens:

Display: 5.0 inch 1280 x 720 HD Screen v 5.5 FullHD
The CPU is also a bit different.

MaximusRo

6 Jul 16 #86

Well, I might have confused the Note model with this one, actually, sorry.

MaximusRo

6 Jul 16 #87

Please see my previous comment, this one:
Display: 5.0 inch 1280 x 720 HD Screen
CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 616 Octa Core 4 x 1.5GHz + 4 x 1.2GHz

The Note 3 Pro:
Display: 5.5 inch, 1920 x 1080 Pixel Screen with 403 PPI
CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 64bit 1.8GHz Hexa Core ( 2 x A72 + 4 x A53 )

There are other small differences as well, but the screen is the most obvious

sterankin

6 Jul 16 1 #88

Any decent 5 inch phone that support 4G on O2? Band 20 is it?

Greenwichero

6 Jul 16 #89

No worries... I'll check the exact model before doing anything. Maybe my Moto G could have an accident... wohaha...

showstopper81

6 Jul 16 #90

Are people reflashing these when they get them - or just leaving them alone?

masai

6 Jul 16 #91

I'd like to know too. Am I right in saying it would have to if you want the latest version of android? From my little research im not sure this is possible as the bootloader is locked? Thanks

dcx_badass

6 Jul 16 1 #92

If you don't reflash you'll never get an update and will be running some dodgy version that are often loaded with adverts or even malware and from the moaning I've seen on forums they're buggy and pretty unstable, crashing or apps not working.

Basically if you don't reflash you'll regret it and hate the phone. I'd go with the Xiaomi.eu rom.

npinn001

6 Jul 16 #93

Do you recommend these phones? I was looking at this or note version but not sure vs something like a nexus 5x or moto g4?

hecatae

6 Jul 16 #94

never use fastcardtech with dhl, between them they managed to lose my delivery.

Syanideuk

7 Jul 16 #95

Bought the snapdragon 650 version a few days ago and it's just shipped because it's back in stock. Been looking for a new phone since last September... Finally took the plunge with this one for its overall price, performance and hopefully, built quality. Ticks all my boxes and more :wink:.

fazzieng

7 Jul 16 #96

Flashed my Redmi3 with CM12 and its rock solid.. Cant complain on nothing at all..

seanmckenna

8 Jul 16 #97

you will not be disappointed!

pc5020

10 Jul 16 #98

I have the Note 3, its a bloody amazing phone for the price, flashed mine with the global ROM. The only gripe I have with it is the camera isnt as good as my LG G3. iI have improved the camera though by installing 'camera Zoom FX' it seems to have made a big difference. The ain issue is the auto zoom, its a bit hit and miss.

There is ZERO lag on the the Note 3, it is silky smooth on everything you do.

shariifi

14 Jul 16 #99

This phone is only 5.0 inch. If you can afford extra ££, buy the 5.5 inch Pro 32GB ROM version http://www.gearbest.com/cell-phones/pp_308825.html @ £140-147 depending on colour selection.

Found this:
UK Stock @ ebay selling £151 with Warranty, FREE Gel Case & Screen Protector. This one is only 2GB RAM 16GB ROM version.

masai

15 Jul 16 #100

Its not about if I can afford a 5.5" phone its about whether I can use it one handed and a 5" strikes the perfect size as its not too big yet big enough

masai

15 Jul 16 #101

Received mine today! Great service from gearbeast

acholmes2000

16 Jul 16 #102

The problem with them is janky software, the hardware is usually spot on for the cash but it seems that software is a huge problem with slow (if any) updates so if it has a bad bug when it arrives chances are your gonna have to live with it.

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