Dell Mini 3iX
#7798
Samsung A897 Mythic
#9239Category Breakdown
Dell Mini 3iX
Samsung A897 Mythic
Performance
36.135.0
Camera
39.610.6
Display
33.527.4
Battery
10.311.9
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
20.119.3
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
17.312.9
Summary
- The Dell Mini 3iX and Samsung A897 Mythic both feature similar build qualities with plastic constructions, but the Mini 3iX is slightly thicker and wider.
- The Mini 3iX has a 3.5-inch display compared to the 3.3-inch screen of the Mythic, although both have the same resolution and pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the Mini 3iX offers more RAM at 256MB versus the Mythic's 189MB, but both devices run on limited specifications typical of their release year.
- Camera capabilities are identical with a 3.15 MP rear camera, though the Mythic supports video recording at 320p, while the Mini 3iX does not specify video quality.
- The Mini 3iX has a smaller 1000mAh battery compared to the 1150mAh battery in the Mythic, which may provide slightly better longevity.
- Software-wise, the Mini 3iX runs on Android 1.5, while the Mythic's OS is unspecified, but it does include a headphone jack, unlike the Mini 3iX.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Dell Mini 3iX
Samsung A897 Mythic
General
Release Date
2009
2009
Announced
2009
2009
Description
N/A
For AT&T
Display
Size
3.5"
3.3"
Type
TFT, 256K colors
TFT resistive touchscreen, 256K colors
Resolution
360 x 640 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~210 ppi density)
360 x 640 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~223 ppi density)
PPI
360
360
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
N/A
CPU
N/A
N/A
GPU
N/A
N/A
Memory
256MB
189MB
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
3.15 MP, AF
3.15 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
320p
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1000 mAh
1150 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1000 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1150 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
120 x 59.9 x 11.7 mm (4.72 x 2.36 x 0.46 in)
114 x 52 x 12.7 mm (4.49 x 2.05 x 0.5 in)
Weight
108 g
108 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Oiled Bronze and Ocean Blue
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 3.6/0.384 Mbps
HSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
No
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP
2.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
miniUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✗
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS, A-GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
No
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 1.5 (Cupcake)
N/A
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer