I can upgrade my phone really cheap through work. My current daily driver is an unlocked Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB. I like that phone a lot, but I want to try a Pixel 7 Pro (I used to have a Pixel 3 XL), particularly for the camera. Specifically, I can either get an AT&T 128 GB Pixel 7 Pro for a mere $99 or a 256 GB one for $289. So the difference between 128 GB and 256 GB is $190, which seems pretty steep to me. That's why I'm considering the 128 GB version, even though I'm currently using a 256 GB Galaxy S22 Ultra.
I'm currently using about 140 GB on my S22 Ultra, but that includes 46 GB of music (even though I actually listen to perhaps 10 GB worth and I had added all the rest mostly 'cos I could), about 42 GB of photos and videos (although I don't need to keep every photo and video I take on my phone), and about 28 GB worth of apps. I don't game at all.
Which one would you do? 128 or 256 GB? How much actual space do you have at your disposal on each of storage options? Is the $190 difference between 128 and 256 GB worth it? (I know, I know, very much a first-world "problem"...
Thanks!
--Ron
dutch_in_seattle said:
I can upgrade my phone really cheap through work. My current daily driver is an unlocked Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB. I like that phone a lot, but I want to try a Pixel 7 Pro (I used to have a Pixel 3 XL), particularly for the camera. Specifically, I can either get an AT&T 128 GB Pixel 7 Pro for a mere $99 or a 256 GB one for $289. So the difference between 128 GB and 256 GB is $190, which seems pretty steep to me. That's why I'm considering the 128 GB version, even though I'm currently using a 256 GB Galaxy S22 Ultra.
I'm currently using about 140 GB on my S22 Ultra, but that includes 46 GB of music (even though I actually listen to perhaps 10 GB worth and I had added all the rest mostly 'cos I could), about 42 GB of photos and videos (although I don't need to keep every photo and video I take on my phone), and about 28 GB worth of apps. I don't game at all.
Which one would you do? 128 or 256 GB? How much actual space do you have at your disposal on each of storage options? Is the $190 difference between 128 and 256 GB worth it? (I know, I know, very much a first-world "problem"...
Thanks!
--Ron
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Honestly, only you can decide whether it's worth it for you. For some it may be worth it because they need the space and the trade-in value will be greater, while others may not think it's worth it. And only you know what your financial situation is.
I know, not helpful, but hey, it's really a matter of how you feel about it. Either way, it's still a very good bargain you're getting.
I would use a storage analyzer app to see what is using up your storage and decide if you can cut down or not. Keep in mind you want to have at least 10% of the storage unused for best performance. 128GB formatted storage is about 118GB, system uses about 14GB, minus 10% buffer = roughly 93GB of usable storage give or take.
At this day and age I would NEVER buy any phone with less than 256GB because the camera photos/videos are very large to start off with.
What you can do though since you already have a good phone, get the 128GB since it's way cheaper, use a streaming service like Spotify for music and for your photos and whatnot, when you take a good collection of photos/videos either upload them to the cloud or remove them from the phone and store them safely on your computer.
I would naturally lean towards getting the 256 GB version, but that would just about *triple* the cost ($99 > $289), which just seems so stupid, just to double the storage. I'd pay almost twice as much for the option to go from 128 to 256 GB than for the entire 128 GB phone ($99 vs. $190)! Sure, either way is a lot cheaper than paying full price, but I'm thinking that this phone won't be my daily driver, although I might love it so much I'd ditch my S22 Ultra---who knows...
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Went for the 128gb myself. Almost everything I do is streamed, and I regularly backup my photos to my NAS and Amazon photos, meaning I can delete what I have on the phone. Not much point in my spending an extra £100 for something I won't use.
However, each person is different. If you have 100gb of music and video files? Then it's a no brainer and the 256gb is the way to go.
My Pixel 6 Pro was a 256GB one but for me the extra space was right waste of extra money so i went for a 128GB Pixel 7 Pro.
However if you think you are going to use more space then buy a phone with more space because you will only end up kicking yourself if you fill it up.
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I would naturally lean towards getting the 256 GB version, but that would just about *triple* the cost ($99 > $289), which just seems so stupid, just to double the storage. I'd pay almost twice as much for the option to go from 128 to 256 GB than for the entire 128 GB phone ($99 vs. $190)! Sure, either way is a lot cheaper than paying full price, but I'm thinking that this phone won't be my daily driver, although I might love it so much I'd ditch my S22 Ultra---who knows...
I continue to stew on this...
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The Pro version also comes with a extra 4gb of ram then the normal version and a bigger display which is why it's a extra $190
I'm talking about Pixel 7 Pro 128 GB vs. Pixel 7 Pro 256 GB, not Pixel 7 vs. Pixel 7 Pro.
Anyway, I've opted for the 256 GB version, even though it was $190 more than the 128 GB version. Even at $289, it's a steal. I'm excited to try it out and see if I like it so much that I'll sell my current S22 Ultra.
--Ron
My bad I'm just dumb and misread sorry
Basically you ask other people if you can use less storage.
I can only answer for myself. I use 40% of my 128GB storage on the Nothing Phone 1.
IDK how this should help you but there you go.
I have 256Gb variant and I'm using 61Gb of 246Gb storage. So 128Gb for isn't enought.
Another way to look at it is the extra 128GB of storage on the phone costs the same as 4 years worth of 200GB Google One storage (UK prices).
There's a 512Gb version too!
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There's a 512Gb version too!
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USA only I think.
I got the 512gb... I used almost all the 256... Next phone will be 1tb
Thanks to Google Photos, I don't feel the need for more than 128GB of memory at all.
256gb for me although so far, have only used about 35gb of it. It's a fear thing, fear of running out of space (which never happens) and fear of not being able to move it on at a later date, I always feel the bigger storage options go first and will get slightly more...
Google,
if there was 1Tb unlocked version,
I would paid more for it !!
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Google,
if there was 1Tb unlocked version,
I would paid more for it !!
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xactly this. Lol,
if i don't split phone between personal and business, i would already pick up Xperia phone instead of my current P7P.
am glad that i have my Aquos R6 on other side of my pockets. It has microSD slot and allow me to slot in my 1TB card there.
phone with larger storage tend to be usable for longer time as well, thus less upgrade / phone changes needed.
Related
http://androidandme.com/2015/08/new...rts-256gb-internal-storage-up-to-384gb-total/
Hope it sees a usa/European release
A nice Lil eff yew to Samsung from Asus!
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Aside from the 1GB extra RAM, those are basically just the two year old Note 3 specs....
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That's not a bad thing with all that extra internal space + SD expansion. I still have my note 3 as a backup too because it's still my favorite note phone and its holding up well even to today's phones.
Not too sure how well the atom chip performs compared to the SD and hopefully it plays nice with all my backup of apps/games. These are the type of specs I need to see currently for an upgrade that's all I'm looking for right now
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Well no, it's not bad at all. And the memory size should be an example to all. I really, really like the sound of that much space!
I'm just wondering how much of a waste of money it is to buy a brand new device with 2 year old specs, especially when you've already got one with identical (or better, in case of the battery) specs.
Your Note 4 is an Exynos version, right? Wouldn't it be easier on your wallet to just buy a Snapdragon version of the device you currently have? (I spotted it for €489 at Mediamarkt Germany today.)
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Well no, it's not bad at all. And the memory size should be an example to all. I really, really like the sound of that much space!
I'm just wondering how much of a waste of money it is to buy a brand new device with 2 year old specs, especially when you've already got one with identical (or better, in case of the battery) specs.
Your Note 4 is an Exynos version, right? Wouldn't it be easier on your wallet to just buy a Snapdragon version of the device you currently have? (I spotted it for €489 at Mediamarkt Germany today.)
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Is there really a market for such large space amounts? I don´t know what you guys are doing with your phone but my internel 32 gigs are just fine (17 gigs left unused^^).
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Is there really a market for such large space amounts? I don´t know what you guys are doing with your phone but my internel 32 gigs are just fine (17 gigs left unused^^).
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We leave the house every once in a while...
I don't own a car. I simply can't afford one. As such, I'm stuck with public transport. A whole 7 hours a day of trains and busses, and an average of 2 hours a day in delays. (As any Dutchy can attest, the NS doesn't know what it's doing.) Since I don't intend to stare at the ceiling for those 7 hours, I bring a lot of media.
6 hours of that I either have 2G or no signal at all, so Cloud isn't a solution. And I'm not attaching a portable harddrive to my phone that's as big as, if not three times as thick as, the phone.
I own a 128GB MicroSD. On it are the following:
Video:
Supernatural Season 4, 6.45 GB
Supernatural Season 5, 6.45 GB
Supernatural Season 6, 6.44 GB
Sherlock Season 1, 8,74 GB
Sherlock Season 2, 4,23 GB
Sherlock Season 3, 4,98 GB
(I'm screwed next year... Is that 256GB MicroSD out yet?)
Person Of Interest Season 4, 17,3 GB
Firefly, 8.09 GB
Within.Temptation.Black.Symphony.2008.1080p.MBluRay.x264-SEMTEX, 10.9 GB
Within Temptation - Let Us Burn Hydra Amsterdam 2014 720p, 3.27 GB
Within Temptation Let Us Burn Elements Antwerp 2014 1080p MBluRay x264-TREBLE, 5.46 GB
Blind Guardian Imaginations Through The Looking Glass 2004, 2.18 GB
Total: 84.49 GB.
Music:
Amethystium, 7 CD's, 1,0 GB
Blind Guardian, 14 CD's, 2.10 GB
Within Temptation 16 CD's, 1.47 GB
Delain 5 CD's, 500 MB
Nightwish 17 CD's, 2.60 GB
Julie Fowlis 3 CD's, 230 MB
Ron Korb Japanese Mysteries, 465 MB
Top 2000, 19,2 GB
Misc, 2GB
Dragon Age Inquisition Tavern Songs, 70 MB
Total: 29.63 GB
Books & Documents:
21.257 files, 2GB
Magazines:
70 items, 3,13GB (Digital SLR Photography, National Geographic, Scientific American, ImagineFX, Advanced Photoshop, Sky At Night, Science Illustrated, Computer Arts, SFX, Total Film, Practical Photography, etc.)
Total space used: 119.25 GB
Free Space: 10 MB.
My internal memory has 4.55GB free, because that is purely used for apps and the occasional photo.
So no, a phone with 32/64/128GB internal storage and no MicroSD slot is not useful for me.
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Is there really a market for such large space amounts? I don´t know what you guys are doing with your phone but my internel 32 gigs are just fine (17 gigs left unused^^).
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There is. But with a storage increase like this, usb3 is vital imo. Even on the n9005 i've noticed the micro sd slot is limited to usb2 speeds and only the internal storage is getting the benefit of more bandwith.
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Is there really a market for such large space amounts? I don´t know what you guys are doing with your phone but my internel 32 gigs are just fine (17 gigs left unused^^).
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Well at least now that Google has allowed sdcard to be formatted and seen as internal storage on android marshmallow, the 8,16,32,even 64gb internals should be OK for most people if they have sdcard supported phones. I'm working on saving up for either a 200gb Sandisk microsd or a 512 regular sd using an adapter once this happens so I can have a monster storage device of a phone.
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We leave the house every once in a while...
I don't own a car. I simply can't afford one. As such, I'm stuck with public transport. A whole 7 hours a day of trains and busses, and an average of 2 hours a day in delays. (As any Dutchy can attest, the NS doesn't know what it's doing.) Since I don't intend to stare at the ceiling for those 7 hours, I bring a lot of media.
6 hours of that I either have 2G or no signal at all, so Cloud isn't a solution. And I'm not attaching a portable harddrive to my phone that's as big as, if not three times as thick as, the phone.
I own a 128GB MicroSD. On it are the following:
Spoiler
Video:
Supernatural Season 4, 6.45 GB
Supernatural Season 5, 6.45 GB
Supernatural Season 6, 6.44 GB
Sherlock Season 1, 8,74 GB
Sherlock Season 2, 4,23 GB
Sherlock Season 3, 4,98 GB
(I'm screwed next year... Is that 256GB MicroSD out yet?)
Person Of Interest Season 4, 17,3 GB
Firefly, 8.09 GB
Within.Temptation.Black.Symphony.2008.1080p.MBluRay.x264-SEMTEX, 10.9 GB
Within Temptation - Let Us Burn Hydra Amsterdam 2014 720p, 3.27 GB
Within Temptation Let Us Burn Elements Antwerp 2014 1080p MBluRay x264-TREBLE, 5.46 GB
Blind Guardian Imaginations Through The Looking Glass 2004, 2.18 GB
Total: 84.49 GB.
Music:
Amethystium, 7 CD's, 1,0 GB
Blind Guardian, 14 CD's, 2.10 GB
Within Temptation 16 CD's, 1.47 GB
Delain 5 CD's, 500 MB
Nightwish 17 CD's, 2.60 GB
Julie Fowlis 3 CD's, 230 MB
Ron Korb Japanese Mysteries, 465 MB
Top 2000, 19,2 GB
Misc, 2GB
Dragon Age Inquisition Tavern Songs, 70 MB
Total: 29.63 GB
Books & Documents:
21.257 files, 2GB
Magazines:
70 items, 3,13GB (Digital SLR Photography, National Geographic, Scientific American, ImagineFX, Advanced Photoshop, Sky At Night, Science Illustrated, Computer Arts, SFX, Total Film, Practical Photography, etc.)
Total space used: 119.25 GB
Free Space: 10 MB.
My internal memory has 4.55GB free, because that is purely used for apps and the occasional photo.
So no, a phone with 32/64/128GB internal storage and no MicroSD slot is not useful for me.
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128GB SD in a Note 3? Does this work?
Pehpe said:
128GB SD in a Note 3? Does this work?
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Yes.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=50054000
If they made 2tb sdcards it could still handle even that. Closest they got in sdcard size is 512gb, but you could use 2tb portable hdd via otg lol
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128GB SD in a Note 3? Does this work?
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Works like a charm.
The SDcard sizes they mention in the specs are based on what was available on the market at the time of the original release. Larger sizes work without issue, but the manufacturers don't go back to test and edit the specifications of every device. Hence they don't list newer, larger cards as compatible, even though they are.
I've even used the 128GB in my old S3, works perfectly.
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Works like a charm.
The SDcard sizes they mention in the specs are based on what was available on the market at the time of the original release. Larger sizes work without issue, but the manufacturers don't go back to test and edit the specifications of every device. Hence they don't list newer, larger cards as compatible, even though they are.
I've even used the 128GB in my old S3, works perfectly.
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Oh jeah!!! Thx!! Will buy one today! 64GB aren't enough...
I currently have a 64 GB S6, and I'm thinking of upgrading to a 32 GB S7 with an 128 GB SD card. (I can upgrade through work and sell my S6, so I'll even come out ahead.)
I know that access to the 128 GB SD card is slower than to internal storage, but how much exactly? Would that affect my user experience at all? Would I notice if files are read from, or written to, the SD card on the S7 compared to the internal storage on my current S6?
Any recommendations for specific SD card to put in the S7?
Thanks!
--Ron
Fastest card you can get would be the Samsung Pro Plus.
And they're priced accordingly, too: $150 for 95 Mb/x, 128 GB on Amazon. Would an 80 Mb/s EVO+ (at about $60 less than half) make a lot of difference in user experience?
(By the way, I'm not a gamer at all, so I doubt I'll have games or other very large apps on the SD card, just media such as photos, music, etc.)
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And they're priced accordingly, too: $150 for 95 Mb/x, 128 GB on Amazon. Would an 80 Mb/s EVO+ (at about $60 less than half) make a lot of difference in user experience?
(By the way, I'm not a gamer at all, so I doubt I'll have games or other very large apps on the SD card, just media such as photos, music, etc.)
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I paid $93 for the 128GB Pro Plus direct from Samsung. I'd say at that price its better to skip the Evo altogether. As for speed the Evo will probably do what you want. I was using a Toshiba class 10 for the past year and a half and had zero speed issues but wanted to jump to the Pro Plus for the extra capacity and to have the speed for HD recording.
I use the Sandisk 128GB 80MB/s without any problem at all, came from S6 64GB, have not noticed any major difference, it works good enough.
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[email protected] said:
I use the Sandisk 128GB 80MB/s without any problem at all, came from S6 64GB, have not noticed any major difference, it works good enough.
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@[email protected], since you already did what I'm considering doing, how's the upgrade from S6 to S7 been for you? Are you liking it? Something you'd recommend? How's the S7 camera holding up compared to the S6? (I know the reviews are generally very favorable, but it's always good to get the opinion of someone who's actually made the jump.)
--Ron
@dutch_in_seattle
hmm, for me I really wanted IP68 and microSD, so it was worth the upgrade, bu also the better battery life and better camera, I love the instant focus... so I would say it was worth the jump, but bare in mind I do get my phone through work so I don't pay for them.
Paid 39$ at best buy on a price match for a 64gb pro plus Samsung
More than read speed for specs on a card.
Hello friends,
I am planning to buy this phone soon.. and i have real question.. is 4GB RAM more than enough? actually i have tight budget for 8GB that's why.
ok the Q' is.. for light-moderate usage i'm sure it's enough, but what about heavy usage and multitasking? well, i don't play games, but usually streaming, YT, socmed, edit photo, video, browsing, downloads, etc multitasking things.
so, based on your experiences, what you thought?
also, for 2nd thoughts..i'm a bit confuse to choose between 4GB RM 5 pro or i should go for 6GB RM 3 pro instead? (only for RAM side factor)
so what do you suggest? Thank you all!
Go for 6gb RAM option if possible. 4gb won't be enough with ColorOS. Try to save up and then buy later. Less than 6gb, you'll see apps getting unloaded from ram. This video explains it best
I think it depends on what you're using your device for. I use my device for everything but heavy usage like gaming or rendering. My Redmi Note 4X(mido) is more than 2 years old. It's my daily driver. I got the 4+64 GB version and it's plenty even with Android 9 custom rom (Pixel Experience). So I'd say yes. It's enough. Except if you're going for heavy gaming or heavy tasking. Then definitely go for 6 GB or if you have more saved money the 8 GB version.
Yes 4GB RAM is sufficient if you know how to use your device but no, as rightly pointed out ColorOS is really poor in efficiency, so phone does feel bit sluggish.
However, it's not the fault of low RAM, it's the software which is really inefficient.
I have got 4/64 GB just a couple of days ago in Flipkart (India) festive sale & when compared to same model higher RAM device, I can't spot much of a difference in day to day usage like Social Apps, depending games like PubG, productivity apps, emailing & photo editing.
It's the ColorOS which is really poor in efficiency, Custom ROM needed for sure.
TBH when people asked me is paying more for more 6 or 8 GB RAM is worth it or not, i would say NO, because 4 GB RAM is enough for simple multitask and gaming, thats why i bought the 4/128 varian (because of the budget too tho) but sadly Color OS make 4GB RAM feels like 3GB, barely 2GB Free memory when not doing anything but clearing your RAM..
However when gaming with game space competitive setting, it feels much better as long you dont set the graphic too high..
i would recommend 6/128 varian tho, however if you want to save the money to get the 8/128 better forget this phone, more models are coming with definitely better feature and price. just dont hold back when you have the money, because new models released almost every month
@FireXMan You spoke on the behalf of my truest feelings. Thank you. Indeed there is no better cost effective budget phone yet but if you can afford a 6-8 GB phone don't buy this device. Go for high end then. This is a wonderful device if we don't want to leave 170€ category.
alright buddies, thank you for all the feedbacks.. i was completely blind with colorOS and its RAM management.. now i know (from yours feedback) it's kinda su*ks
maybe i'll wait for RM 6 (realme OS) or try to save some cash for 8gb 5 pro.
for me.. nowdays 4 GB is less ideal (depends on needs and usage) and 6 GB more than enough, and of course if you can afford the 8GB that's more than ideal.
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alright buddies, thank you for all the feedbacks.. i was completely blind with colorOS and its RAM management.. now i know (from yours feedback) it's kinda su*ks
maybe i'll wait for RM 6 (realme OS) or try to save some cash for 8gb 5 pro.
for me.. nowdays 4 GB is less ideal (depends on needs and usage) and 6 GB more than enough, and of course if you can afford the 8GB that's more than ideal.
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That's why I'm gonna ghost color os as soon as I can.
BrahmaGandhi said:
Hello friends,
I am planning to buy this phone soon.. and i have real question.. is 4GB RAM more than enough? actually i have tight budget for 8GB that's why.
ok the Q' is.. for light-moderate usage i'm sure it's enough, but what about heavy usage and multitasking? well, i don't play games, but usually streaming, YT, socmed, edit photo, video, browsing, downloads, etc multitasking things.
so, based on your experiences, what you thought?
also, for 2nd thoughts..i'm a bit confuse to choose between 4GB RM 5 pro or i should go for 6GB RM 3 pro instead? (only for RAM side factor)
so what do you suggest? Thank you all!
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buy 4g variant and install custom rom?
jorgeee said:
buy 4g variant and install custom rom
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Got 8gb version and it's worth it. Don't need to change ROM as it's fast as **** and will never fill its 128gb, and if I do I'll stick a 128gb card just because ahah
6gb ram is the minimum to invest on a new phone to last for a couple years even with custom ROMs... Hence why I invested on a 8gb version , can open a ton of apps same time and its always fast ?
tbh 4 gb ram isnt enough if u r staying on colorOS. on custom roms 4gb is enough..thats what i think at least
In my opinion 4 GB works fine enough.
I got more than 50 smartphones till now so i can tell its fine for me.
I am no heavy gamer and reboot every 2 days or so.
Works really great. Got the latest update via Realme India and use the new dark mode. Seems to run smoother than ever.
I have recently bought Realme 5 Pro with 8 GB Ram. So Far loving it. Battery Consumption is a bit higher on this model as more apps stays in memory because I have turned off all Battery Saver Options.
I am really amazed by VOOC Charger performance.
FYI I just bought this phone a few days ago (8gb ram version). I haven't installed many apps yet and I have rooted my phone and disabling some system apps. When I clear everything my free RAM status is 5/8 only. It makes me wonder how 4gb RAM version looks like, 1/4 free RAM when not running anything?
I have realme Q with 4gb ram, it is enough
But if want to buy more powerful phone with cheap Price, buy Xiaomi redmi note8 pro
See no mention of this.
Have they backpedaled on max RAM?
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See no mention of this.
Have they backpedaled on max RAM?
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yes less than on the s20 ultra unfortunately 12gb only.
they say things have been so optimized on the note and faster internal storage 12 is enough.
the note is supposed to be THE sammy flagship yet its less so in the ram dept (and a few others) than the S20 ultra.
not good
UFS? Is 3.1 so they say 16GB is not needed
I've hit 12GB RAM on my S20 Ultra in use. It will use more ram if it has it just like a 128GB Windows 10 box will be using close to 10GB idle.
And the fact the screen is still 60Hz at QHD.
Doesn't seem to be much of an upgrade to me.
Perhaps if they were giving me $750 trade in, maybe, just maybe but I think this may be a pass which makes it the first time I didn't get a Note.
Waiting for S30 leaks now!
Hi there, i'm planning in buy the early bid of the poco x3 pro, but i can't decide what memory cut should i take. i plan to keep it with the stock firmware for at least a year, then jump on custom rom.
In your opinion wich version will have the higher support? should i really mind the 2gb of ram difference?
I think support will be the same, at least I never heard a ROM mentioning the RAM and memory size requirements for the same model (other specs). If you plan to create a lot of videos and edit them with Apps I would go for 8/256. The 256 Gb are UFS 3.1 which is a lot faster then 2.1 which other devices in this price range have and I have seen none with 8/256 so cheap as this device. Snapdragon 860 + 8/256 GB for me are the top specs at this price.
the 2gb of ram do really make some difference? i do not need the extra space, i just want a device "future proof", i have used my moto g5 plus for nearly 4 years, and i'm going to change it just because the battery and the usb plug are quite dead (changed already both)
I can tell you that no noticeable spee difference, but will prevent app reloading in the background. I went for the lower version and everything seems fine.
@surcof :
Save the few bucks for the 2 GB of RAM when you're not a heavy multitasker or use very memory intensive applications on your phone. 6 GB are pretty enough for Android in 2021 and surely for the 4 next years of use.
The 128 GB ROM are definately not worth the higher price because of the hybrid Slot of the device. For 50 € you can buy a fast highend SD-Card with more memory.
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Hi there, i'm planning in buy the early bid of the poco x3 pro, but i can't decide what memory cut should i take. i plan to keep it with the stock firmware for at least a year, then jump on custom rom.
In your opinion wich version will have the higher support? should i really mind the 2gb of ram difference?
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12/512 is better
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12/512 is better
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Where do you have the POCO X3 Pro with 12/512GB?