The Samsung Galaxy A3 is a single-SIM smartphone with a 4.7-inch Super AMOLED display, an octa-core processor, and a 13-megapixel rear camera. It runs on Android 5.1 Lollipop and has 16GB of internal storage.
Samsung Galaxy A3 Price
At the time of it's release in 2014, December, the manufacturer's retail price for a new Samsung Galaxy A3 was about 190 EUR.
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Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)
What is the battery capacity of the Samsung Galaxy A3?
The Samsung Galaxy A3 has a battery capacity of 2300 mAh
How to reset or factory restore Samsung Galaxy A3 device?
When experiencing issues with a Samsung Galaxy A3 device, there may be various reasons why it needs to be reset, including software glitches, viruses, or other technical problems. Here are the most common and recommended methods to reset or factory restore a Samsung Galaxy A3 device: 1. Using the Home button and Power button simultaneously: 1. Turn off the device. 2. Press and hold the Home button and Power button simultaneously. 3. Keep pressing and holding these buttons until the Samsung logo appears on the screen. 4. Release the Power button but continue to press the Home button. 5. When the "Wipe data/factory data reset" option appears, release the Home button and select it with the Volume down button. 6. Scroll down and select "Yes" to proceed with the reset. 7. Wait for the reset process to complete and the device to restart automatically. 2. Using the recovery menu: 1. Turn off the device. 2. Press and hold the Power button and Volume up button simultaneously until the recovery menu appears. 3. Scroll down and select "Wipe data/factory data reset". 4. Scroll down again and select "Yes" to proceed with the reset. 5. Wait for the reset process to complete and the device to restart automatically. 3. Using the recovery menu through a computer: 1. Install the Samsung Smart Switch software on your computer. 2. Connect your Galaxy A3 device to your computer using a USB cable. 3. Open the Samsung Smart Switch software and select "Backup/Restore". 4. Select "Backup". 5. Follow the prompts to complete the backup process. 6. Disconnect the device from the computer and turn it off. 7. Press and hold the Power button and Volume up button simultaneously until the recovery menu appears. 8. Scroll down and select "Restore from external storage". 9. Select the backup file you created on your computer and follow the prompts to restore the device. 10. Wait for the restore process to complete and the device to restart automatically. These are the most common and recommended methods to reset or factory restore a Samsung Galaxy A3 device. It is important to note that all data stored on the device will be erased during the reset process, so be sure to backup any important data before proceeding.
How much RAM does the Samsung Galaxy A3 have?
The Samsung Galaxy A3 has 1 GB of RAM
What is the screen size of the Samsung Galaxy A3?
The Samsung Galaxy A3 has a 4.5 inch screen
Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
|---|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - all versions |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - A300F, A300FU, A300G, A300HQ, A300M, A300YZ |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20 - A300F, A300FU |
| 3, 7, 8, 28 - A300YZ | |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps |
Launch
| Announced | 2014, October. Released 2014, December |
|---|---|
| Status | Discontinued |
Body
| Dimensions | 130.1 x 65.5 x 6.9 mm (5.12 x 2.58 x 0.27 in) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 110.3 g (3.88 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), plastic back, aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
Display
| Type | Super AMOLED |
|---|---|
| Size | 4.5 inches, 55.8 cm2 (~65.5% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 4 |
Platform
| OS | Android 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow) |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm) |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Adreno 306 |
Memory
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
|---|---|
| Internal | 16GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 1.5GB RAM |
| eMMC 4.5 | |
Main Camera
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.4, 31mm (standard), AF |
|---|---|
| Features | LED flash, panorama |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
Selfie camera
| Single | 5 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide) |
|---|---|
| Video |
Sound
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
Comms
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| NFC | Yes (LTE model only) |
| Radio | FM radio, recording |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
Features
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity, compass |
|---|---|
| ANT+ | |
Battery
| Type | Li-Ion 1900 mAh, non-removable |
|---|---|
| Talk time | Up to 12 h (3G) |
| Music play | Up to 60 h |
Misc
| Colors | Pearl White, Midnight Black, Platinum Silver, Soft Pink, Light Blue, Champagne Gold |
|---|---|
| Models | SM-A300F, SM-A300FU, SM-A300G, SM-A300HQ, SM-A300M, SM-A300XU, SM-A300XZ, SM-A300Y, SM-A300YZ, SM-A300H |
| SAR EU | 0.24 W/kg (head) ย ย 0.30 W/kg (body) |
| Price | About 190 EUR |
Tests
| Performance | Basemark X: 1895 |
|---|---|
| Camera | Photo / Video |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 65dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 76dB |
| Battery life | Endurance rating 65h |
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