Galaxy S III Neo
A 2014 refresh of the iconic S III with a quad-core upgrade.
The Galaxy S III Neo is a mid-range Samsung smartphone released May 2014, with a launch price of $400. It pairs the Snapdragon 400 / Exynos 4 Quad with a 4.8" SAMOLED display, a 8 MP main camera and a 2,100 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 42/100 — A refreshed icon. Standout strengths: kept the famous s iii look at a lower price. and quad-core upgrade over the original s iii. Main trade-off: snapdragon 400 limited it.
A refreshed icon.
S III Neo reused the famous Galaxy S III body with modest internals — a way for Samsung to keep selling the popular design at a lower price in 2014. A nostalgic mid-range option for fans of the original.
Read the full review- Kept the famous S III look at a lower price.
- Quad-core upgrade over the original S III.
- Removable battery + microSD.
- Lightweight 132 g.
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How the Galaxy S III Neo compares
| Galaxy S III Neo | iPhone 6 | Galaxy J2 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 42 | 42 | 42 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 400 / Exynos 4 Quad | Apple A8 | Exynos 7570 |
| Display | 4.8" SAMOLED | 4.7" LCD 60 Hz | 5.0" Super AMOLED |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 8 MP · f/2.2 | 8 MP · f/2.2 |
| Battery | 2,100 mAh | 1,810 mAh | 2,600 mAh |
| Launch price | $400 | $649 | $149 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy S III Neo released?
The Galaxy S III Neo was released in May 2014.
How much does the Galaxy S III Neo cost?
The Galaxy S III Neo 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 Neo screen size and type?
The Galaxy S III Neo has a 4.8" SAMOLED display.
What chipset does the Galaxy S III Neo use?
The Galaxy S III Neo is powered by the Snapdragon 400 / Exynos 4 Quad chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy S III Neo have?
The Galaxy S III Neo ships with 1.5 GB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy S III Neo battery capacity?
The Galaxy S III Neo has a 2,100 mAh battery.
What is the Galaxy S III Neo main camera?
The Galaxy S III Neo has a 8 MP main camera.
Does the Galaxy S III Neo have a headphone jack?
The Galaxy S III Neo has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Galaxy S III Neo get software updates?
The Galaxy S III Neo update policy: To Android 5.0.
How much does the Galaxy S III Neo weigh?
The Galaxy S III Neo weighs 132 g.
What colours does the Galaxy S III Neo come in?
The Galaxy S III Neo is available in 2 colours: Pebble Blue, Marble White.
Is the Galaxy S III Neo worth buying?
S III Neo reused the famous Galaxy S III body with modest internals — a way for Samsung to keep selling the popular design at a lower price in 2014. A nostalgic mid-range option for fans of the original. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy S III Neo an editorial score of 42/100.
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