Battery
| Continuous audio playback time (display off) |
17 h |
| Browsing time (3G) |
16 h |
| Browsing time (4G) |
41 h |
| Talk time (3G) |
17 h |
| Browsing time (Wi-Fi) |
17 h |
| Continuous audio playback time |
55 h |
Navigation
| Wi-Fi positioning |
Y |
| GLONASS |
Y |
| Barometer |
Y |
| Position location |
Y |
| Assisted GPS (A-GPS) |
Y |
| GPS (satellite) |
Y |
Messaging
| Short Message Service (SMS) |
Y |
| Instant messaging (IM) |
Y |
| MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service) |
Y |
| Chat |
Y |
| E-mail |
Y |
Camera
| Video recording modes |
1080p |
| Video capture resolution (max) |
1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Built-in flash |
Y |
| Geotagging |
Y |
| Self-timer |
Y |
| Flash type |
LED |
| Rear camera resolution (numeric) |
13 MP |
| Front camera |
Y |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) |
8 MP |
| Rear camera type |
Single camera |
| Zoom capability |
Y |
| Auto focus |
Y |
| Night mode |
Y |
| Maximum frame rate |
30 fps |
| Video recording |
Y |
Networking
| 2G bands (primary SIM) |
850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz |
| SIM card type |
NanoSIM |
| Wi-Fi Direct |
Y |
| Bluetooth version |
4.2 |
| Tethering (modem-mode) |
Y |
| 3G standards |
UMTS |
| 2G standards |
GSM |
| 3G bands supported |
850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz |
| 3G |
Y |
| Near Field Communication (NFC) |
Y |
| 4G |
Y |
| Wi-Fi |
Y |
| Wi-Fi standards |
IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n |
| Bluetooth |
Y |
| Bluetooth profiles |
A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HID, HOGP, HSP, MAP, OPP, PAN, PBAP |
| 4G standard |
LTE |
Call management
| Caller ID |
Y |
| Call waiting |
Y |
| Vibrating alert |
Y |
| Speed dialing |
Y |
| Call hold |
Y |
| Call divert |
Y |
| Call timer |
Y |
| Speakerphone |
Y |
Performance
| Microphone mute |
Y |
| Support for contact groups |
Y |
| Personalization |
Icons, Menu, Shortcuts |
| Flight mode |
Y |
| Personal info management (PIM) |
Alarm clock, Calculator, Calendar, Notes |
| Video call |
Y |
Ports & interfaces
| Headphone connectivity |
3.5 mm |
| USB port |
Y |
| USB connector type |
USB Type-C |
Technical details
| Google applications |
Google Play, Google+, YouTube |
Ergonomics
| Gyroscope |
Y |
| Proximity sensor |
Y |
| Ambient light sensor |
Y |
| Accelerometer |
Y |
Storage
| User memory |
9.7 GB |
| Compatible memory cards |
MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Internal storage capacity |
16 GB |
Display
| Orientation sensor |
Y |
| Screen shape |
Flat screen |
| Second display |
N |
| Touch technology |
Multi-touch |
Subscription
| Subscription type |
Prepaid |
Processor
| Processor cores |
8 |
| Processor frequency |
1.6 GHz |
Software
| Operating system version |
6.0 |
Certificates
| Head SAR (EU) |
0.349 W/kg |
| Body SAR (EU) |
1.38 W/kg |
Design
| Form factor |
Bar |
| Brand colour |
Black Sky |
Additionally
| Internal RAM |
2 GB |
| Battery performance |
2350 mAh |
11.938 cm (4.7 ") HD Super AMOLED, GSM/HSPA/LTE, 1.6 GHz Octa Core, 2GB RAM, 16GB, Micro SD, 13MP + 8MP, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Android
Style to inspire
With its stylish, compact design made from premium metal and glass, the Galaxy A3 is a real looker. Its 3D curved back makes it easy to hold, helping you enjoy every clean detail on its 4.7-inch HD display.
Picture perfect
Taking stunning selfies has never been more satisfying – with its 8-megapixel front camera and 'floating camera' button, the Galaxy A3 is tailor made for creative fun. Fire up the 13-megapixel front camera and instant photo filters to capture your world.
Transform your everyday
The Galaxy A3 is packed with handy features you can use every day – such as a fingerprint sensor for better security, IP68 certified water and dust resistance, USB type-C charging and a longer-lasting battery
