• 4.7" (1280x720) Super AMOLED
  • 2GB
    Exynos 7870 Octa SoC
    16GB Storage
  • 13-MP, f/1.9 1 Rear Camera
  • 2350 mAh

The Samsung Galaxy A3 (2017) phone has a 4.7-inch (1280x720) Super AMOLED screen, a 13MP main camera and a 8MP selfie camera. The battery capacity is 2350 mAh and the main processor is a Exynos 7870 Octa with 2 GB of RAM.

Specifications Highlights
ProductGalaxy A3 (2017) (Launched 2017-01-01), Price: 595 USD at Amazon
Display4.7" 1280x720 Super AMOLED
Rear Camera(s)
  • 13-MP f/1.9 (Primary)
Selfie Camera(s)
  • 8-MP
Computing
  • Exynos 7870 Octa SoC
  • 2GB RAM
  • 16GB Storage
  • MicroSD (256GB max.)
Battery2350 mAh
DesignIP68, 135g (4.8oz), 135.4x66.2x7.9 mm (5.33 x 2.61 x 0.31 inches)
Price (Market)$595
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Display
TypeSuper AMOLED
Diagonal (inches)4.7"
Display/Body Ratio67.9%
Resolution1280x720
Sharpness (PPI)312 PPI
Display Glass TypeGorilla Glass 4
Features
  • Multitouch
Color Depth24 bit (16,777,216 Colors)
Primary Camera
Megapixel13-MP
Aperturef/1.9
Sensor SizeSmall
Hardware Features
  • Flash
Video Resolutions
  • 1080p/30fps
Battery
Battery TypeLi-Ion
Battery Capacity (mAh)2350 mAh
Computing
Processor BrandSamsung
Processor NameExynos 7870 Octa
Processor # Cores8
Main Processor Frequency (GHz)1.6 GHz
RAM Options2GB
Internal Storage Options16GB
Memory Card TypeMicroSD
Mem. Card Max. Size256GB
Operating System + VersionAndroid 6.0.1
Communications
LTE Category (Download)LTE CAT6 301 Mbps
Modem Features
  • GPRS
  • EDGE
  • LTE
WiFi Speed
  • a
  • b
  • g
  • n
  • ac
WiFi Features
  • Hotspot
  • Dual-band
  • WiFi Direct
Bluetooth VersionBluetooth 4.2
Bluetooth Features
  • A2DP
  • BT LE
NFC Features
  • NFC Supported
Connector TypeUSB Type C
SAR EU Head0.35 W/Kg
SAR EU Body1.38 W/Kg
Sim Card 0
NameSIM0
SIM TypeNano SIM
Multimedia
Audio Alerts
  • VIBRATION
  • MP3
  • WAV
Audio Features
  • Loudspeaker
  • 3.5mm Port
  • Phone Noise Cancellation
  • FM Radio
Audio Formats
  • FLAC
  • MP3
  • WAV
  • WMA
Video Formats
  • MP4
  • WMV
Sensors
  • Accelerometer
  • Barometer
  • Compass
  • GPS
  • A-GPS
  • GLONASS
  • Gyroscope
  • Proximity

Galaxy A3 (2017) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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The last time we checked, the Galaxy A3 (2017) was retailing at around $595 online. Things may have changed a bit since.
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Yes. Our data shows that the Galaxy A3 (2017) is IP68-certified to be water-resistant.
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No, the Galaxy A3 (2017) does not have dual-SIMs as far as we know, but it may be different in Asia. We mainly track USA data.
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No, the Galaxy A3 (2017) 1280x720 display resolution is not 4K.
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No, the Galaxy A3 (2017) is not compatible with Wireless Charging.
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No, the Galaxy A3 (2017) does not feature Qi Wireless Charging.
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Yes, the Galaxy A3 (2017) is a 4G-LTE handset that is rated 4G LTE cat6 (301 Mbps).
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No, the Galaxy A3 (2017) is not a 5G smartphone.
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Yes, the Galaxy A3 (2017) is a USB-C device.
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No, the Galaxy A3 (2017)'s battery cannot be removed.

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