Galaxy S III mini
A compact spin on the S III name, sized for one-handed use.
The Galaxy S III mini is a mid-range Samsung smartphone released Oct 2012, with a launch price of $400. It pairs the NovaThor U8420 with a 4.0" SAMOLED display, a 5 MP main camera and a 1,500 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 38/100 — A small phone with a big name. Standout strengths: compact 4" super amoled, one-hand friendly. and carried the s iii look at a lower price. Main trade-off: dual-core novathor was only mid-tier.
A small phone with a big name.
The Galaxy S III mini borrowed the look and branding of the hit S III but with mid-range internals in a compact body. It started the "mini" trend of selling smaller, cheaper phones on a flagship's name — a marketing pattern that became widespread.
Read the full review- Compact 4" Super AMOLED, one-hand friendly.
- Carried the S III look at a lower price.
- Removable battery + microSD.
- Light 111 g.
Full specifications
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How the Galaxy S III mini compares
| Galaxy S III mini | iPhone 5s | Galaxy Grand Prime | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 38 | 38 | 38 |
| Chipset | NovaThor U8420 | Apple A7 | Snapdragon 410 |
| Display | 4.0" SAMOLED | 4.0" LCD 60 Hz | 5.0" LCD 60 Hz |
| Main camera | 5 MP | 8 MP · f/2.2 | 8 MP |
| Battery | 1,500 mAh | 1,560 mAh | 2,600 mAh |
| Launch price | $400 | $649 | $180 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy S III mini released?
The Galaxy S III mini was released in Oct 2012.
How much does the Galaxy S III mini cost?
The Galaxy S III mini launched at $400 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy S III mini screen size and type?
The Galaxy S III mini has a 4.0" SAMOLED display.
What chipset does the Galaxy S III mini use?
The Galaxy S III mini is powered by the NovaThor U8420 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy S III mini have?
The Galaxy S III mini ships with 1 GB · 8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy S III mini battery capacity?
The Galaxy S III mini has a 1,500 mAh battery.
What is the Galaxy S III mini main camera?
The Galaxy S III mini has a 5 MP main camera.
Does the Galaxy S III mini have a headphone jack?
The Galaxy S III mini has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Galaxy S III mini get software updates?
The Galaxy S III mini update policy: To Android 4.2.
How much does the Galaxy S III mini weigh?
The Galaxy S III mini weighs 111 g.
What colours does the Galaxy S III mini come in?
The Galaxy S III mini is available in 2 colours: Marble White, Pebble Blue.
Is the Galaxy S III mini worth buying?
The Galaxy S III mini borrowed the look and branding of the hit S III but with mid-range internals in a compact body. It started the "mini" trend of selling smaller, cheaper phones on a flagship's name — a marketing pattern that became widespread. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy S III mini an editorial score of 38/100.
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