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Meizu review M3 Max
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.
Mobile Meizu phone M3 Max has two versions 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 feed 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, technology fast charging Supports standard included adapter.
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As for the sound in the headphones, both smartphones are approximately equal (M3E for some reason plays a little louder and at the same time less intelligible) and are good in this equality - you can’t expect ideal sound from the DAC built into the Helio P10, and the clarity could be a little higher, but Meizu has set the sound correctly from the factory, so these shortcomings are not noticeable to the ears.
The volume reserve is average: if you decide to listen to 1980s pop music with monitor (60 Ohm) headphones, you will definitely want to turn it up, but it won’t be any louder. In other cases, the volume is sufficient, the sound is voluminous, balanced (mid and high frequencies are approximately equal, low frequencies are slightly “cut off”). There is an equalizer to adjust the music to your taste. It is hidden in the settings of a standard audio player, it affects the sound in this audio player and, to a lesser extent, in the browser, for some reason it does not affect the result in Google Play Music.
The speaker in the M3E is disappointing - it’s not very loud, it sounds dirty and faded, as if the smartphone had been dropped and not completely dried out. That is, you will quickly hate the ringtone from your favorite song. M3 Max is better - the volume is average, the sound is quite intelligible, with claims to reproduce mid-range frequencies and is a little muffled. It's like holding a handkerchief to your laptop speaker. Not bad at all - Huawei Mate 8 and Meizu Pro 5, for example, sound worse.
Iron
The heroes of our test cannot be called slow, but they clearly saved money on the Meizu processor - not the new and not painfully fast MediaTek Helio P10, and even in a derated version, with 1.8 GHz instead of 2 GHz on a productive “cluster”. Compared to last year’s typical eight-core processors (Snapdragon 615 and derivatives, Kirin 620, MT6753), it’s not bad; next to the new Snapdragon 625, it’s dull because it’s slower and consumes more power (28 nm process technology is a disgrace in the era of 14 nm FinFET).
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 measurements. | 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 used most often by games, consumer interface, 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 specific device. | 7.37 |
| Diaphragm | f/2.2 |
| Focal length | 3 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 video resolution 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. Exist different types batteries, with lithium-ion and lithium-ion polymer batteries most often used in mobile devices. | Li-polymer |
| Adapter output power Information about the electrical current (measured in amperes) and electrical voltage (measured in volts) supplied Charger(output power). 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 device 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 at 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 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
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The M3 Max will be available in four colors: white, gold and pink with a front panel white, as well as 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. 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 is already available in all of them today. current smartphones Meizu, 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 will not describe individual features, but before us 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 expensive flagships (Huawei Mate 8).
The first phablet in model range Chinese company Meizu launched to compete with Xiaomi Mi Max. This is clearly indicated by the similarity of the names of both models, as well as their direct comparison during the premiere of the Meizu M3 Max to the public, which took place at the dawn of autumn 2016.
Convenient control
Unlike his opponent Meizu smartphone has a screen diagonal that is more convenient for one-handed operation(6" versus 6.44" for Xiaomi). The dimensions of the gadget practically do not exceed the similar dimensions of the 5.5-inch Apple iPhone 7 Plus. Thin bezels around the display further enhance the usability of the smartphone. By the way, the screen is based on an IPS matrix with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels and good viewing angles. There are no complaints from the owners of the device regarding the quality of its color rendition.
Home key
The multifunctional Home key is implemented in an interesting way: touching its surface returns one position back, and pressing it redirects to the start screen. In addition, it has a built-in fast and accurate fingerprint scanner that works completely without errors.
Hardware platform
The hardware of the smartphone is based on the hardware of the super popular Meizu M3 Note model. It is represented by an 8-core MediaTek Helio P10 processor, 3 GB of RAM and a Mali T-860 graphics accelerator. This “filling” cannot be called high-performance, but it can run any modern games at medium graphics settings. But the volume of the phablet’s built-in data storage starts at 64 GB - after all, the gadget is positioned as a multimedia device, so Chinese engineers considered the release of 16 or 32 GB versions to be a low priority. The memory can also be expanded using a microSD flash drive with a capacity of up to 128 GB.
Facilities
In terms of photo and video capabilities, both smartphone cameras (the main 13-megapixel with an f/2.2 aperture and the 5-megapixel front camera with an f/2.0 aperture) do not particularly stand out, being quite mediocre. The capacious 4100 mAh battery with support for fast charging technology looks even more advantageous against their background - the battery cells are filled to 45% in just 30 minutes. And on the smartphone, the friendly Flyme shell opens up with all its might, with all sorts of gestures and swipes, which make the process of managing a large diagonal much more comfortable.
