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Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III

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Overview

Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III is a budget Android smartphone released in 2012 with a 4.8-inch Super AMOLED, Exynos 4412 chipset, 8 main camera, and 2100 mAh battery.

The device runs One UI with features like Galaxy AI and Samsung DeX. Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.

Specifications of Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III

The display of Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III measures 4.8 inches with Super AMOLED technology. Peak brightness reaches 350 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.

Size
4.8 inches
Type
Super AMOLED
Resolution
720x1280 pixels
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Peak Brightness
350 nits
HDR
No

The camera system of Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.

Main Sensor
8
Camera Count
1 cameras
Max Video
1080p

The battery of Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III has 2100mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.

Capacity
2100mAh
Wired Charging
10
Full Charge Time
240 min minutes

The performance of Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III is powered by the Exynos 4412 chipset with Mali-400MP4 GPU.

Chipset
Exynos 4412
CPU
Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A9
GPU
Mali-400MP4

The memory of Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III offers 1GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR2 technology. Storage is 16GB 1GB RAM, 32GB 1GB RAM, 64GB 1GB RAM. Storage can be expanded via microSD card.

RAM Options
1GB
Storage Options
16GB
RAM Type
LPDDR2
Storage Type
16GB 1GB RAM, 32GB 1GB RAM, 64GB 1GB RAM
Expandable
Yes

The connectivity of Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, and Bluetooth 4.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
Bluetooth
4.0
NFC
Yes

The build of Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III weighs 133.0g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 136.6 x 70.6 x 8.6 mm (5.38 x 2.78 x 0.34 in).

Dimensions
136.6 x 70.6 x 8.6 mm (5.38 x 2.78 x 0.34 in)
Weight
133.0g
Frame
Plastic
Back
Plastic

The software of Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III runs Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), 4.3 (Jelly Bean), TouchWiz UI with One UI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.

OS
Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), 4.3 (Jelly Bean), TouchWiz UI
Update Policy
2 years

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Frequently Asked Questions about Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III

Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.

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Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III with Exynos 4412 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.

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Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.

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Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III has a 2100mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.

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Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

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Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.

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Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III is available in 16GB storage options. Storage can be expanded via microSD card for additional capacity.

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Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III has a 4.8-inch Super AMOLED with 60Hz refresh rate and 350 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.

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Verdict

The Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.

Key Specifications

Display

4.8"

Main Camera

8

Chipset

Exynos 4412

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyGSM / HSPA
2G BandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G BandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G LTE BandsN/A
5G Sub-6 BandsN/A
5G mmWave BandsN/A
SpeedN/A
Carrier Aggregation
SIMMicro-SIM
Dual SIM Modedual standby
eSIM Support
VoLTE SupportN/A
VoWiFiN/A
NR CA SupportN/A

Launch

Announced2012
StatusDiscontinued
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch PriceN/A

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)136.6 x 70.6 x 8.6 mm (5.38 x 2.78 x 0.34 in)
Weight (g)133.0
Build MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 2), plastic back, plastic frame
FramePlastic
Back FinishPlastic
Colors["Pebble blue", "Marble white", "Amber brown", "Garnet red", "Sapphire black", "Titanium grey", "La Fleur"]
IP RatingN/A
Rugged CertificationsN/A
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorBar
Hinge TypeN/A
Folded DimensionsN/A
Thermal SolutionPassive
Notification/Alert
HapticsBasic

Display

Panel TypeSuper AMOLED
Size (inches)4.8
Resolution (px)720x1280 pixels
Aspect Ratio3:4
Pixel Density (ppi)200
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)65.9
Refresh Rate (Hz)60
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)120
Peak Brightness (nits)350
HDR Standards
Color GamutsRGB
Color Depth16
PWM Dimming (Hz)N/A
Glass ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 2
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
CurvatureFlat
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover Display

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchAndroid 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), 4.3 (Jelly Bean), TouchWiz UI
Update Policy2 years
ChipsetExynos 4412
CPUQuad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A9
GPUMali-400MP4
NPU/AI TOPsN/A
ISP FeaturesBasic
ModemExynos 4412
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-CoreN/A
Geekbench Multi-CoreN/A
AnTuTu ScoreN/A
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAM1GB
RAM TypeLPDDR2
Storage16GB
Storage Type16GB 1GB RAM, 32GB 1GB RAM, 64GB 1GB RAM
Storage SpeedeMMC 4.5
Expandable Storage
Slot TypemicroSD
USB OTG
Filesystem Encryption

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras1
Main Sensor8
Main Sensor Size1/3.2
Main Sensor ModelS5K3L2
Main Lensf/2.6, 3.7mm
OIS
AutofocusPhase Detection
Pixel Binning
UltrawideN/A
TelephotoN/A
MacroN/A
Depth/ToF/LiDAR
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashLED
Video Resolution1080p
HDR/Dolby Vision Video
Video CodecsH.264
Slow Motion
Video StabilizationDigital
Night Mode Features
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

ResolutionN/A
Sensor Size1/4.1
Aperturef/2.4
AF/OISN/A
Secondary Front Cam
Front Flash
Video1080p
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face UnlockSoftware

Audio

LoudspeakersVoice 75dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 75dB
3.5mm Jack
Hi-Res Audio
Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos
Microphones2
Bluetooth CodecsAAC, MP3
DAC/AmpN/A

Connectivity

Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
Wi-Fi FeaturesWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0
NFC
IR Blaster
UWBN/A
PositioningGPS, A-GPS, GLONASS
Dual-Band GNSS
FM Radio
USBMicro-USB
Display Out
eSIM Capacity

Sensors

Fingerprint SensorN/A
3D Face IDN/A
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Magnetometer
Proximity Sensor
Ambient LightN/A
Barometer
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall Sensor
Color Temp Sensor
Health SensorsN/A
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)2100
TypeRemovable Li-Ion 2100 mAh battery
Removable
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging10
Wired Standardstandard
0-50% Time (mins)120 min
Full Charge Time240 min
Wireless ChargingN/A
Wireless StandardN/A
Reverse WirelessN/A
Reverse Wired
Charger in Box
Battery Health FeaturesN/A

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), 4.3 (Jelly Bean), TouchWiz UI
Update Window2 years
UI Skin / LauncherN/A
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game Mode
Privacy FeaturesBasic
AccessibilityStandard
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box Contentscharger, cable, headset, manual
Recycled Materials (%)N/A
Repairability ScoreN/A
WarrantyN/A

Reviews & Ratings

4.6

186 ratings

5 star
120
4 star
45
3 star
11
2 star
5
1 star
5

Showing 3 of 186 reviews

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Alex R.

2 weeks ago

Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.

B

Ben C.

1 month ago

Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.

C

Chloe D.

3 months ago

The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!

Review

Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III Review: Solid Performance for the Price

6.3/10
Good

Our comprehensive review of the Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

(3.2 stars)
Pros
    Cons
    • - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks
    • - Camera performance is average

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