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Samsung·Flagship · Released Sep 2013

Galaxy Note 3

Faux-leather phablet.

76/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$700
Color · Jet Black
Display
5.7" FHD AMOLED
Chipset
Snapdragon 800 / Exynos 5420
RAM
3 GB
Battery
3,200 mAh
Quick answer

The Galaxy Note 3 is a flagship Samsung smartphone released Sep 2013, with a launch price of $700. It pairs the Snapdragon 800 / Exynos 5420 with a 5.7" FHD AMOLED display, a capable main camera and a 3,200 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 76/100 — Note 3 faux-leather. Standout strengths: first samsung 4k video. and s pen + 3 gb ram in 2013. Main trade-off: faux-leather plastic.

AI Snapshot

Note 3 faux-leather.

Note 3 introduced 4K video to Samsung and brought 3 GB RAM to mobile — the controversial faux-leather phablet.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display80
Performance70
Camera72
Battery76
Software70
  • First Samsung 4K video.
  • S Pen + 3 GB RAM in 2013.
  • Removable battery.
  • IR blaster.

Full specifications

Type
Super AMOLED
Size
5.7"
Resolution
1920 x 1080
Main
13 MP OIS
Front
2 MP

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v4
Δ class avg -97.8%
This
36,000
Class avg
1,620,000

How the Galaxy Note 3 compares

Galaxy Note 3iPhone 12 Pro MaxGalaxy A54
SpecEagle score767676
ChipsetSnapdragon 800 / Exynos 5420Apple A14 BionicExynos 1380
Display5.7" FHD AMOLED6.7" OLED 60 Hz6.4" Super AMOLED
Main camera12 MP · f/1.650 MP · f/1.8
Battery3,200 mAh3,687 mAh5,000 mAh
Launch price$700$1,099$449

Frequently asked questions

When was the Galaxy Note 3 released?

The Galaxy Note 3 was released in Sep 2013.

How much does the Galaxy Note 3 cost?

The Galaxy Note 3 launched at $700 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the Galaxy Note 3 screen size and type?

The Galaxy Note 3 has a 5.7" FHD AMOLED display.

What chipset does the Galaxy Note 3 use?

The Galaxy Note 3 is powered by the Snapdragon 800 / Exynos 5420 chipset.

How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy Note 3 have?

The Galaxy Note 3 ships with 3 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the Galaxy Note 3 battery capacity?

The Galaxy Note 3 has a 3,200 mAh battery.

What colours does the Galaxy Note 3 come in?

The Galaxy Note 3 is available in 4 colours: Jet Black, Classic White, Blush Pink, Merlot Red.

Is the Galaxy Note 3 worth buying?

Note 3 introduced 4K video to Samsung and brought 3 GB RAM to mobile — the controversial faux-leather phablet. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy Note 3 an editorial score of 76/100.

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