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Samsung I9305 Galaxy S III Specifications
Also known as Samsung GALAXY S III LTE
Samsung
Released 2012, Sep 15
1 / 2 GB RAM · Exynos 4412 Quad (32 nm)
- 131g, 8.6mm thickness
- Android 4.1.1, 4.3, up to 4.4.4, TouchWiz UI
- 16GB 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 3.7 | — |
| Display | 6.3 | — |
| Performance | 4.2 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 5.1 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
4.8"
720x1280 pixels
8MP
1080p
1/2GB RAM
Exynos 4412 Quad
2100mAh
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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 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 | |
| 4G bands | 3, 7, 20 | |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2012, September. Released 2012, September |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 136.6 x 70.6 x 8.6 mm (5.38 x 2.78 x 0.34 in) |
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| Weight | 131 g (4.62 oz) | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
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Display
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Type | Super AMOLED |
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| Size | 4.8 inches, 63.5 cm2 (~65.9% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~306 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 2 |
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Platform
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OS | Android 4.1.1 (Jelly Bean), 4.3 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4.4 (KitKat), TouchWiz UI |
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| Chipset | Exynos 4412 Quad (32 nm) | |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A9 | |
| GPU | Mali-400MP4 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
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| Internal | 16GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM |
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Main Camera
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Single | 8 MP, f/2.6, 1/3.0", AF |
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| Features | LED flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 1.9 MP, f/2.6 |
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| Video | 720p@30fps |
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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, aptX | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), OTG |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
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| ??? | ANT+ S-Voice natural language commands and dictation |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Ion 2100 mAh, removable |
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| Stand-by | Up to 580 h (2G) / Up to 390 h (LTE)/ 510 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 16 h (2G) / Up to 11 h (3G) |
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Misc
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Colors | Titanium Gray, Sapphire Black |
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| Models | GT-I9305, SHV-E210K, SHV-E210L, GT-I9305T, GT-I9305N | |
| SAR | 0.41 W/kg (head) 0.87 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.24 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 320 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Samsung I9305 Galaxy S III worth buying in 2026?
Samsung I9305 Galaxy S III is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.9/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
Is Samsung I9305 Galaxy S III good for gaming?
Samsung I9305 Galaxy S III scores 51/100 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 I9305 Galaxy S III?
Samsung I9305 Galaxy S III has a 2,100 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Samsung I9305 Galaxy S III have?
Samsung I9305 Galaxy S III features a 4.80-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
How much RAM does Samsung I9305 Galaxy S III have?
Samsung I9305 Galaxy S III is available with 1 / 2 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Samsung I9305 Galaxy S III?
Genze rates Samsung I9305 Galaxy S III 4.9/10 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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