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Samsung·Flagship · Released May 2012

Galaxy S III

The 2012 blockbuster — "designed for humans" and sold by the millions.

22/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$599
Color · Pebble Blue
Display
4.8" HD AMOLED
Chipset
Exynos 4412
Memory
1 GB · 16 GB
Main cam
8 MP · f/2.6
Battery
2,100 mAh
Weight
133 g
AI Snapshot

The 2012 Android blockbuster.

The Galaxy S III sold in enormous numbers and cemented Samsung’s Android dominance. Its plastic build and dated software make it a historical entry now.

Subscores · 0–100
Display44
Camera30
Performance16
Battery36
Build40
Value28
  • One of the best-selling Android phones ever.
  • Large Super AMOLED display for 2012.
  • Removable battery and microSD.
  • Light and easy to hold.

Full specifications

Type
Super AMOLED
Size
4.8 inches
Resolution
1,280 × 720 px (306 ppi)
Protection
Gorilla Glass 2
Main
8 MP, f/2.6
Selfie
1.9 MP
Video
1080p @ 30 fps

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v10
Δ class avg -99.1%
This
18,000
Class avg
2,100,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg -97.6%
This
70
Class avg
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
Δ class avg -97.9%
This
180
Class avg
8,400
3DMark Solar Bay
Δ class avg -99.4%
This
0.4 fps
Class avg
64.0 fps

Frequently asked questions

When was the Galaxy S III released?

The Galaxy S III was released in May 2012.

What is the Galaxy S III screen size and type?

The Galaxy S III has a 4.8" HD AMOLED display.

What chipset does the Galaxy S III use?

The Galaxy S III is powered by the Exynos 4412 chipset.

How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy S III have?

The Galaxy S III ships with 1 GB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the Galaxy S III battery capacity?

The Galaxy S III has a 2,100 mAh battery.

What is the Galaxy S III main camera?

The Galaxy S III has a 8 MP · f/2.6 main camera.

How fast does the Galaxy S III charge?

The Galaxy S III supports ~10 W wired charging.

Is the Galaxy S III worth buying?

The Galaxy S III sold in enormous numbers and cemented Samsung’s Android dominance. Its plastic build and dated software make it a historical entry now. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy S III an editorial score of 22/100.

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