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Samsung Galaxy Mini 2 Samsung Galaxy S3
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Samsung Galaxy Mini 2
Overview - Full review
Samsung Galaxy S3
Overview - Full review
Price
Overall Scene
Samsung Galaxy Mini 2
Samsung Galaxy S3
Score
3/5
4/5
User Score
4/5 (70)
Specifications
Specifications
Operating system (OS)
OS version tested
Screen size
Screen resolution
Weight 105 g
Dimensions x x
Camera3 Mpx
Processor -
CPU cores
4G (LTE)
NFC
Battery life: talk-time6 hrs 30 min
Battery life: standby time420 hrs
Internal memory800 MB
Memory cardMicroSD
SAR level0.917 W/kg
GPU
Specifications
Operating system (OS) Android
OS version tested
Screen size
Screen resolution 1280 x 720
Weight 133 g
Dimensions x x
Camera8 Mpx
Processor -
CPU cores
4G (LTE)no
NFCyes
Battery life: talk-time11 hours
Battery life: standby time30 days
Internal memory16 GB
Memory cardMicroSD
SAR level0.34 W/kg
GPU
Conclusion
It would be cruel and unusual to compare this phone to the Galaxy S3, HTC One X or iPhone. The Galaxy Mini 2 is an inexpensive, good-looking device that will be a good buy for anyone who wants a smartphone that's easy-to-use and that lasts past lunchtime. The trade-off, however, is a mediocre screen and a camera that makes you wonder what decade it is.
The Samsung Galaxy S3 delivers a first-rate user experience. With its top-notch hardware, this handset never flinches or falters. On top of that, Samsung has loaded the S3 with plenty of innovative new software features—most of which are pretty good—as well as an excellent camera and a powerful battery. The Galaxy S3 is clearly an iconic new Android phone, but for such an exciting handset, it's a shame to see such a conventional design.
Pros

+

Compact

+

Nice finishing

+

Sound quality

+

Intuitive interface

+

DLNA

+

Removable battery / microSD card slot

+

Quality screen

+

Responsive and smooth at all times

+

Simple, intuitive TouchWiz interface

+

Very good camera

+

Comprehensive video player

+

Some original exclusive functions

+

Low SAR level

+

Battery life

Cons

-

Display

-

Camera

-

Design is a bit vanilla, it's nothing new or innovative

-

Touch-sensitive buttons often end up being pressed accidentally

-

S-Voice function nothing to write home about