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Samsung Galaxy Xcover 3 G389F#6207

Released: 2016

Samsung Galaxy Xcover 3 G389F

Overall Score

24.8

Category Breakdown

Overall(#6207)24.8
Performance(#5869)46.3
Camera(#8603)15.4
Display(#6929)40.0
Battery(#5912)20.4
Build(#3761)15.3
Connectivity(#3827)52.4
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy Xcover 3 G389F

Short Review

  • The Samsung Galaxy Xcover 3 G389F features a rugged design with dimensions of 132.9 x 70.1 x 10 mm and a weight of 154g, making it suitable for tough environments.
  • Its 4.5-inch PLS LCD display has a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 207 ppi.
  • Performance is powered by the Exynos 3475 Quad chipset, with a quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and 1.5GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks.
  • The rear camera is a 5 MP unit capable of 720p video recording, while the front camera is limited to 2 MP.
  • The device is equipped with a 2200 mAh battery, which does not support fast or wireless charging.
  • It runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, offering a straightforward user experience.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1, and NFC, but it lacks 5G support.
  • The phone does not feature stereo speakers, but it includes a headphone jack for audio output.
  • Overall, the Galaxy Xcover 3 is designed for durability and basic functionality rather than advanced features.
  • Its build quality and water resistance make it a practical choice for outdoor use.

Specifications

General

Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionAlso known as Samsung Galaxy Xcover 3 (Value Edition) SM-G389F

Display

Size4.5"
TypePLS LCD
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~207 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetExynos 3475 Quad (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T720
Memory8GB 1.5GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera5 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity2200 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2200 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions132.9 x 70.1 x 10 mm (5.23 x 2.76 x 0.39 in)
Weight154 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsGray
Foldable
SAR1.02 W/kg (head)     1.31 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass