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Samsung I9190 Galaxy S4 mini Specifications
Also known as Samsung I9190 Galaxy S IV mini; Samsung I9190 Galaxy S4 mini Duos with dual-SIM card slots
Samsung
Released 2013, May 15
5 GB RAM · Qualcomm MSM8930AB Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
- 107g, 8.9mm thickness
- Android 4.2.2, up to 4.4.2
- 8GB storage, microSDXC
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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 3.3 | — |
| Display | 6.1 | — |
| Performance | 5.9 | — |
| Camera | 5.1 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 6 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
4.3"
540x960 pixels
8MP
1080p
1.5GB RAM
Snapdragon 400
1900mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - all versions | |
| ??? | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 - I9192 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - I9190, I9195, I9197, I257M | |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20 - I9195 | |
| ??? | LTE 850 / 1800 / 2600 TD-LTE 2300 - I9197 | |
| ??? | LTE 700 / 2600 / 850 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 - I257M | |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2(LTE)/21.1(3G)/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2013, May. Released 2013, July |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 124.6 x 61.3 x 8.9 mm (4.91 x 2.41 x 0.35 in) |
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| Weight | 107 g (3.77 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 2), plastic back, plastic frame | |
| SIM | Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by) |
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Display
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Type | Super AMOLED |
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| Size | 4.3 inches, 51.0 cm2 (~66.7% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~256 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 2 |
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Platform
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OS | Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4.2 (KitKat) |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8930AB Snapdragon 400 (28 nm) | |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.7 GHz Krait 300 | |
| GPU | Adreno 305 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
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| Internal | 8GB 1.5GB RAM | |
| ??? | eMMC 4.5 |
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Main Camera
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Single | 8 MP, f/2.6, AF |
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 1.9 MP |
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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 (GT-I9195, SGH-I257M) | |
| Infrared port | Yes | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS/ I257M model with no FM radio | |
| 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 1900 mAh, removable |
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| Stand-by | Up to 300 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 12 h (3G) | |
| Music play | Up to 49 h |
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Misc
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Colors | White Frost, Black Mist, Blue, Pink, Orange, Purple, Black Edition |
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| Models | GT-I9192, GT-I9190, GT-I9195, GT-I9195L, GT-I9197, SGH-I257M, GT-I9195I, SGH-I257, SCH-I435, SHV-E370K, GT-I9192I | |
| SAR | 0.89 W/kg (head) 1.38 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.33 W/kg (head) 0.32 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 230 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 3.127 (sunlight) |
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| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 66dB / Noise 64dB / Ring 75dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -93.5dB / Crosstalk -86.2dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 54h |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Samsung I9190 Galaxy S4 mini worth buying in 2026?
Samsung I9190 Galaxy S4 mini is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.4/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
Is Samsung I9190 Galaxy S4 mini good for gaming?
Samsung I9190 Galaxy S4 mini scores 60/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.
What is the battery capacity of Samsung I9190 Galaxy S4 mini?
Samsung I9190 Galaxy S4 mini has a 1,900 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Samsung I9190 Galaxy S4 mini have?
Samsung I9190 Galaxy S4 mini features a 4.30-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
How much RAM does Samsung I9190 Galaxy S4 mini have?
Samsung I9190 Galaxy S4 mini is available with 5 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Samsung I9190 Galaxy S4 mini?
Genze rates Samsung I9190 Galaxy S4 mini 5.4/10 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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