Galaxy S3 Mini
4-inch compact 2012 Samsung — the original "mini" flagship.
The Galaxy S3 Mini is a mid Samsung smartphone released Nov 2012, with a launch price of $340. It pairs the NovaThor U8420 with a 4.0" Super AMOLED display, a 5 MP · f/2.6 main camera and a 1,500 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 36/100 — The original Galaxy S Mini — compact 2012 nostalgia. Standout strengths: truly pocketable 4″ design. and super amoled rare at this size. Main trade-off: no lte.
The original Galaxy S Mini — compact 2012 nostalgia.
Galaxy S3 Mini wasn’t really a Mini S3 inside — it was a separate mid-range phone in S3 styling. A 2012 collector piece today.
Read the full review- Truly pocketable 4″ design.
- Super AMOLED rare at this size.
- Removable battery + microSD.
- Light at 111 g.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Galaxy S3 Mini compares
| Galaxy S3 Mini | Xperia Z1 | Galaxy Note 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 36 | 36 | 36 |
| Chipset | NovaThor U8420 | Snapdragon 800 | Snapdragon 800 |
| Display | 4.0" Super AMOLED | 5.0" FHD LCD | 5.7" FHD AMOLED |
| Main camera | 5 MP · f/2.6 | 20.7 MP · f/2.0 | 13 MP · f/2.2 |
| Battery | 1,500 mAh | 3,000 mAh | 3,200 mAh |
| Launch price | $340 | $650 | $699 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy S3 Mini released?
The Galaxy S3 Mini was released in Nov 2012.
How much does the Galaxy S3 Mini cost?
The Galaxy S3 Mini launched at $340 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy S3 Mini screen size and type?
The Galaxy S3 Mini has a 4.0" Super AMOLED display.
What chipset does the Galaxy S3 Mini use?
The Galaxy S3 Mini is powered by the NovaThor U8420 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy S3 Mini have?
The Galaxy S3 Mini ships with 1 GB · 8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy S3 Mini battery capacity?
The Galaxy S3 Mini has a 1,500 mAh battery.
What is the Galaxy S3 Mini main camera?
The Galaxy S3 Mini has a 5 MP · f/2.6 main camera.
Does the Galaxy S3 Mini have a headphone jack?
The Galaxy S3 Mini has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the Galaxy S3 Mini weigh?
The Galaxy S3 Mini weighs 111 g.
What colours does the Galaxy S3 Mini come in?
The Galaxy S3 Mini is available in 4 colours: Marble White, Onyx Black, Amber Brown, Garnet Red.
Is the Galaxy S3 Mini worth buying?
Galaxy S3 Mini wasn’t really a Mini S3 inside — it was a separate mid-range phone in S3 styling. A 2012 collector piece today. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy S3 Mini an editorial score of 36/100.
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