Overall Score
30.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#4839)30.8
Performance(#5110)52.7
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#1677)80.4
Battery(#6027)20.0
Build(#2997)16.8
Connectivity(#2965)58.0
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Samsung I9305 Galaxy S III
Short Review
- The Samsung I9305 Galaxy S III features a sleek design with dimensions of 136.6 x 70.6 x 8.6 mm and a weight of 131g, making it comfortable to hold.
- 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 the Exynos 4412 Quad chipset, with a 1.4 GHz quad-core CPU and 1GB or 2GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking for its time.
- The 8 MP rear camera captures decent photos 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 2100 mAh battery supports standard charging and lacks wireless capabilities, which may limit convenience.
- Running on Android 4.1.1 with TouchWiz UI, it can be upgraded to Android 4.4.4, offering a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The phone is available in Titanium Gray and Sapphire Black, adding to its aesthetic appeal.
- Overall, the Galaxy S III combines solid performance and a good display within a lightweight design.
- Special features include dual-band Wi-Fi and USB OTG support.
Specifications
General
Release Date2012
Announced2012
DescriptionAlso known as Samsung GALAXY S III LTE
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
ChipsetExynos 4412 Quad (32 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A9
GPUMali-400MP4
Memory16GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 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 DetailsLi-Ion 2100 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions136.6 x 70.6 x 8.6 mm (5.38 x 2.78 x 0.34 in)
Weight131 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsTitanium Gray, Sapphire Black
Foldable✗
SAR0.41 W/kg (head) 0.87 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 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, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 4.1.1 (Jelly Bean), 4.3 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4.4 (KitKat), TouchWiz UI
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer