Overall Score
30.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#4911)30.3
Performance(#5277)51.9
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#1677)80.4
Battery(#6027)20.0
Build(#3943)14.9
Connectivity(#3414)55.0
Audio(#1963)8.9
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
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, f/2.6, 1/3.0", AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera1.9 MP, f/2.6
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video720p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2100 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 2100 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions137.2 x 71.1 x 7.6 mm (5.40 x 2.80 x 0.30 in)
Weight133.2 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsPebble blue, Marble white, Purple
Foldable✗
SAR0.48 W/kg (head) 1.29 W/kg (body)
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
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 4.1 (Jelly Bean), upgradаble to 4.3 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer