Overall Score
36.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#4107)36.2
Performance(#5271)52.0
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#2092)79.1
Battery(#6679)18.0
Build(#1460)74.8
Connectivity(#3510)54.4
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy A3 features a sleek design with dimensions of 130.1 x 65.5 x 6.9 mm and a lightweight build at 110.3g, utilizing Gorilla Glass 4 on the front and an aluminum frame.
- Its 4.5-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, providing vibrant colors and decent clarity at approximately 245 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 chipset, with a quad-core 1.2 GHz CPU and Adreno 306 GPU, supported by 1GB or 1.5GB of RAM.
- The rear camera has an 8 MP sensor capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while a 5 MP front camera is available for selfies.
- The 1900mAh battery supports basic usage but lacks fast or wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 4.4.4, it can be upgraded to 6.0.1, providing a user-friendly experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The device is available in multiple colors, enhancing its aesthetic appeal.
- Overall, the Galaxy A3 combines a compact design with essential features for everyday use.
- Special features include a headphone jack, which remains a practical addition.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionVersions: A300F with 1 GB RAM; A300FU with 1.5 GB RAM
Display
Size4.5"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)
PPI540
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 306
Memory16GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 1.5GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, f/2.4, 31mm (standard), AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama
Front Camera5 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide)
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity1900 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1900 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions130.1 x 65.5 x 6.9 mm (5.12 x 2.58 x 0.27 in)
Weight110.3 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 4), plastic back, aluminum frame
ColorsPearl White, Midnight Black, Platinum Silver, Soft Pink, Light Blue, Champagne Gold
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass