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Samsung I8190 Galaxy S III mini Specifications
Also known as Samsung I8190 Galaxy S3 mini, Samsung Galaxy S III more Available as Samsung I8190N Galaxy S III mini with NFC
Samsung
Released 2012, Oct 15
1 GB RAM · NovaThor U8420
- 111.5g, 9.9mm thickness
- Android 4.1
- 8GB/16GB storage, microSDHC
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| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 2.6 | — |
| Display | 6 | — |
| Performance | 3.7 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 4.7 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
4.0"
480x800 pixels
5MP
720p
1GB RAM
NovaThor U8420
1500mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 900 / 1900 / 2100 | |
| Speed | HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2012, October. Released 2012, November |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 121.6 x 63 x 9.9 mm (4.79 x 2.48 x 0.39 in) |
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| Weight | 111.5 g (3.92 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
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Display
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Type | Super AMOLED |
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| Size | 4.0 inches, 45.5 cm2 (~59.4% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density) |
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Platform
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OS | Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) |
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| Chipset | NovaThor U8420 | |
| CPU | 1.0 GHz dual-core Cortex-A9 | |
| GPU | Mali-400 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
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| Internal | 8GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 1GB RAM |
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Main Camera
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Single | 5 MP, f/2.6, AF |
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| Features | LED flash, panorama | |
| Video | 720p@30fps |
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Selfie camera
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Single | VGA |
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| Video |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
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| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE, aptX | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | |
| NFC | Yes (Market dependent) | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Ion 1500 mAh, removable |
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| Stand-by | Up to 450 h (2G) / Up to 430 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 14 h 10 min (2G) / Up to 7 h 10 min (3G) |
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Misc
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Colors | White, Blue, Titan Gray, Amber Brown, Garnet Red, Onyx Black |
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| Models | GT-I8190, GT-I8190N, GT-I8190L, SM-G730A, SM-G730W8 | |
| SAR | 1.03 W/kg (head) 1.28 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.52 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 130 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) / 2.422:1 (sunlight) |
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| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 66dB / Noise 63dB / Ring 76dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -82.1dB / Crosstalk -80.7dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 42h |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Samsung I8190 Galaxy S III mini worth buying in 2026?
Samsung I8190 Galaxy S III mini is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.6/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of Samsung I8190 Galaxy S III mini?
Samsung I8190 Galaxy S III mini has a 1,500 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Samsung I8190 Galaxy S III mini have?
Samsung I8190 Galaxy S III mini features a 4.00-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
How much RAM does Samsung I8190 Galaxy S III mini have?
Samsung I8190 Galaxy S III mini is available with 1 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Samsung I8190 Galaxy S III mini?
Genze rates Samsung I8190 Galaxy S III mini 4.6/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
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