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Samsung Galaxy S III CDMA#5178

Released: 2012

Samsung Galaxy S III CDMA

Overall Score

55.4

Category Breakdown

Overall(#5178)55.4
Performance(#12280)51.3
Camera(#6140)42.1
Display(#1780)79.5
Battery(#10809)43.5
Build(#8975)70.8

Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy S III CDMA

Short Review

  • The Samsung Galaxy S III CDMA features a sleek design with dimensions of 137.2 x 71.1 x 7.6 mm and a lightweight build at 133.2g, available in Pebble blue, Marble white, and Purple.
  • Its 4.8-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing vibrant colors and decent clarity at approximately 306 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus chipset, with a dual-core 1.5 GHz Krait CPU and Adreno 225 GPU, supported by 2GB of RAM.
  • The 8 MP rear camera captures images with f/2.6 aperture and can record video at 1080p@30fps, while the 1.9 MP front camera is suitable for basic selfies.
  • The battery capacity is 2100 mAh, which supports standard usage but lacks fast or wireless charging.
  • Running on Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), it is upgradable to 4.3, offering a user-friendly interface.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, enhancing versatility.
  • The phone lacks 5G support and does not feature stereo speakers, but it includes a headphone jack for audio.
  • Overall, the Galaxy S III CDMA combines solid performance with a reliable camera and a vibrant display.
  • Its design and build quality reflect Samsung's commitment to aesthetics and functionality.

Specifications

General

Release Date2012
Announced2012
DescriptionVersions:Samsung SGH-I535 for VerizonSamsung SPH-L710 for Sprint

Display

Size4.8"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~306 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 2

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus
CPUDual-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPUAdreno 225
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, f/2.6, 1/3.0", AF
Front Camera1.9 MP
Front Camera Details1.9 MP, f/2.6
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video720p@30fps
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity2100 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 2100 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions137.2 x 71.1 x 7.6 mm (5.40 x 2.80 x 0.30 in)
Weight133.2 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsPebble blue, Marble white, Purple
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkCDMA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedLTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR, aptX
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, A-GPS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 4.1 (Jelly Bean), upgradаble to 4.3 (Jelly Bean)
OS VersionAndroid 4.1 (Jelly Bean), upgradаble to 4.3 (Jelly Bean)

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes