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Samsung Galaxy Ace 3 review

7.3/10 AVG.
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The Samsung Galaxy Ace 3 currently has an Informr score of 7.3 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 10 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.
Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
1.2 GHz
Processor
Processor
1.2 GHz
4"
Screen Size
Screen Size
4"
5+ MP
Camera
Camera
5+ MP
1800 mAh
Battery

What the Critics Are Saying...

Expert Reviews
Expert Reviews

The Samsung Galaxy Ace 3 brings good performance and excellent battery life to buyers on a budget, but its screen resolution isn’t fantastic and some of its software additions are fairly superfluous. There are simply better handsets available, the Moto G is an obvious choice but it currently l...

- Michael Passingham, Expert Reviews
PC Pro
PC Pro

The Samsung Galaxy Ace 3 is a decent budget smartphone. It feels responsive – performance is as good as it gets at this price – and it has a lovely display and plenty of features. If you fancy 4G on a budget, it’s only a whisker behind the Alcatel Onetouch Idol S.

- Jonathan Bray, PC Pro
Digital Versus
Digital Versus

The Samsung Galaxy Ace 3 is a pretty decent Android smartphone. The design is nothing new but it does the job. Plus, response times are acceptable and the interface is relatively comprehensive. The camera isn't great, but the onboard audio player is actually quite good. Battery life could prove a re...

- Sofian Nouira, Digital Versus
TechRadar
TechRadar

The Galaxy Ace range has traditionally been a lower-powered and lower-priced, and this has continued with the Galaxy Ace 3.There are obviously going to be some trade-offs for the lower price, such as a smaller processor, smaller and lower-res screen, and smaller camera.The Galaxy Ace 3 does come wit...

- Thomas Thorn, TechRadar
TrustedReviews
TrustedReviews

The Samsung Galaxy Ace 3 is a cheap 4G phone, but it's that’s no match for the new king of the cheap smartphone, the Motorola Moto G.

- Michael Sawh, TrustedReviews
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Samsung backs up the Galaxy Ace 3 with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.

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Screen Size
4"

The Samsung Galaxy Ace 3's screen size is 4 inches with x pixels resolution.
Processor
1.2 GHz

There is a Krait Dual core 1.2 GHz processor (CPU).
OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.
Camera
5+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 5+ MP camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera with VGA (640 x 480) resolution.
Storage
8 GB

Internal memory is 8 GB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 64 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.
Battery
1800mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1800 mAh battery. Samsung's performance ratings are 17.9 days standby time, 600 minutes, 660 minutes Wi-Fi surfing.

Galaxy Ace 3 Specs

Overview
Release Date October 5, 2013
Regions Available USA, United Kingdom
Operating System

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Processor Krait Dual core 1.2 GHz
Internal Storage 8 GB
RAM 1 GB
Hearing Aid Compatible
TTY/TDD
Noise Cancellation
SAR Head: 0.332 W/kg
Body: 0.463 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Details
Mobile / Cellular Data
4G/LTE
Push-to-talk (PTT)
Wi-Fi Calling
Voice over LTE (VoLTE)
SIM card size
Micro-SIM
Dual SIM
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared
Bluetooth 4.0
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Mobile Hotspot
Memory Expansion Slot
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 64 GB)
NFC
Data Tethering Compatibility
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 5+ Megapixels
Zoom
Flash
 Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
 Auto focus, Effects, Geotagging, ISO, Multi-shot, Night mode, Panorama, Self-timer, White balance, Voice activation, Metering, Exposure value
Video Recording Formats
 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, WMV, FLV
Video Recording Parameters
 HD (1280 x 720 pixels), 30 fps
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 VGA (640 x 480)+ Megapixels
Additional Front Camera Info
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density 233 pixels
Size 4 inches
Secondary Display
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Digital Compass
Multi-Touch
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating
Additional Display Features Capacitive touch screen
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1800 mAh
Removable Battery
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging
Video Playback Time Up to 480 minutes
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Up to 660 minutes
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 600 minutes
Standby Time Up to 17.9 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Material Plastic
Colors Metallic Black, Pure White, Wine Red
Dimensions [H x W x D] 12.1 x 6.3 x 1.0 cm (4.8 x 2.5 x 0.4 in)
Weight 120 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design
IP Rating
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key
Home Key
Input / Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control
Fingerprint Sensor
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Additional Information Messaging: SMS, MMS, Google Talk
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Zoom / Magnification: Yes
Screen Orientation Lock: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact: Email address, Other fields
Contact Groups: Yes
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, SMTP, Microsoft Exchange
PC Synchronization: Yes
DLNA Support: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3, eAAC+, AAC+, AAC, AMR-WB, WMA, OGG, AMR-NB
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, WMV, FLV
Streaming Video: Yes
Custom Ringtones: Yes
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Haptic Feedback: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Mobile Hotspot: Yes
Radio: Yes (FM)
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Downloadable, Pre-installed
Included Software / Apps: -
To-Do / Task List, Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Stop Watch, Timer, Calculator, Maps, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): Samsung GT-S7275R
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