96points

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

20points

Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini

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252 facts in comparison

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini

Why is Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra better than Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini?

  • 3.33x more battery power
    ?

    5000 mAhvs1500 mAh
  • Is dustproof and water-resistant
    ?
  • 2.15x higher pixel density
    ?

    501 ppivs233 ppi
  • 11GB more RAM memory
    ?

    12GBvs1GB
  • Has wireless charging
    ?
  • 11.58x higher resolution
    ?

    1440 x 3088 pxvs480 x 800 px
  • 46.4x more megapixels (main camera)
    ?

    200 MP & 12 MP & 10 MP & 10 MPvs5 MP
  • 10.2x faster CPU speed
    ?

    1 x 3.2 GHz & 4 x 2.8 GHz & 3 x 2 GHzvs2 x 1 GHz

Why is Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini better than Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?

  • Has a radio
    ?
  • Has an external memory slot
    ?
  • Has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
    ?
  • Is DLNA-certified
    ?
  • Has a removable battery
    ?
  • 113 g lighter
    ?

    120 gvs233 g
  • 15.1 mm narrower
    ?

    63 mmvs78.1 mm
  • 41.8 mm shorter
    ?

    121.6 mmvs163.4 mm

Which are the most popular comparisons?

User reviews

Overall rating

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
9.7
60 User reviews
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
9.7/10
60 User reviews
Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
9.5
2 User reviews
Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
9.5/10
2 User reviews

Features

Build quality

9.7/10
60 votes
8.5/10
2 votes

Display quality

9.8/10
60 votes
9.5/10
2 votes

Battery life

9.4/10
60 votes
9.0/10
2 votes

Photography

9.6/10
60 votes
6.5/10
2 votes

Performance

9.8/10
60 votes
8.5/10
2 votes

Comments

Ferdinan

Ferdinan

1 year ago

10 / 10

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

Ferdinan

Ferdinan

1 year ago

10 / 10

Pros

  • 1. More Ergonomic Design
  • 2. Excellent Screen Quality
  • 3. Loud and Clear Speaker
  • 4. Stylus Pen with Various Functions
  • 5. Exceptional Performance, Superior Thermal System
  • 6. Great 200 MP Main Camera for Lowlight Conditions
  • 7. Improved Battery Life
  • 8. Five-Year Operating System Update Commitment

Cons

  • 1. Large and Heavy Body
  • 2. Camera Bugs
  • 3. Not the Fastest Battery Charging
  • 4. Not the Best Haptic Feedback
  • 5. Slightly More Expensive Than Its Predecessor
17 users found this helpful
Deiv

Deiv

1 year ago

10 / 10

The camera is extraordinary. I'm a professional photographer

Deiv

Deiv

1 year ago

10 / 10

The quality of the cameras, (I'm a professional photographer and I highly value this part). Before, I had a Samsung Note 10 plus which was excellent, and it's extraordinary in this case. The sound quality is very clear and immersive.

Pros

  • The extraordinary photo camera. Outstanding
  • The stability of the video. Spectacular
  • The quality of the display.
  • The rear design, the ergonomics and weight
  • The customization of the operating system
  • The performance and the RAM
  • The fast 45w charge and wireless charging

Cons

  • I haven't found anything negative yet after 1 month of use
13 users found this helpful
jordan77nn

jordan77nn

1 year ago

10 / 10

GREAT

jordan77nn

jordan77nn

1 year ago

10 / 10

EXTREMELY GOOD

Pros

  • Thumbs up times eight

Cons

    10 users found this helpful

    Design

    weight

    233 g

    120 g

    We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
    thickness

    8.9 mm

    9.9 mm

    The thickness (or depth) of the product.
    width

    78.1 mm

    63 mm

    The width represents the horizontal dimension of the product.
    height

    163.4 mm

    121.6 mm

    The height represents the vertical dimension of the product.
    is weather-sealed (splashproof)
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    The device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures caused by dust, raindrops, and water splashes.
    Ingress Protection (IP) rating

    IP68

    Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini)

    The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against dust, while the second number refers to protection against liquid. E.g. a first number of 6 denotes that it is completely dustproof, and a second number of 7 denotes that the device can withstand full immersion in water.
    waterproof depth rating

    1.5 m

    Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini)

    The waterproof depth rating indicates how well the device is protected against water ingress and water pressure. Devices which can withstand more water pressure are better for swimming or diving.
    volume

    113.58 cm³

    75.84 cm³

    Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
    lowest potential operating temperature

    Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra)

    Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini)

    The minimum temperature at which the device can perform to the optimal level.

    Display

    The size of the screen (measured diagonally).
    Display type

    OLED/AMOLED

    OLED/AMOLED

    The type of technology used in the display.
    pixel density

    501 ppi

    233 ppi

    Pixel density is a measurement of a screen's resolution, expressed as the number of pixels per inch (PPI) on the screen. A higher pixel density translates into more clarity and sharpness for the images rendered on the screen, thus improving the quality of the viewing experience.
    resolution

    1440 x 3088 px

    480 x 800 px

    Resolution is an essential indicator of a screen's image quality, representing the maximum amount of pixels that can be shown on the screen. The resolution is given as a compound value, comprised of horizontal and vertical pixels.
    refresh rate

    120Hz

    Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini)

    The frequency at which the display is refreshed (1 Hz = once per second). A higher refresh rate results in smoother UI animations and video playback.
    touch sampling rate

    Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra)

    Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini)

    The touch sampling rate is the speed at which a screen can register your touch input and respond by rendering the next frame. Also called the touch refresh rate.
    brightness (typical)

    1750 nits

    Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini)

    A nit is a measurement of the light that a display emits, equal to one candela per square meter. Brighter displays ensure a screen's contents are easy to read, even in sunny conditions.
    has branded damage-resistant glass
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    Damage-resistant glass (such as Corning Gorilla Glass or Asahi Dragontrail Glass) is thin, lightweight, and can withstand high levels of force.
    Gorilla Glass version

    Gorilla Glass Victus 2

    Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini)

    Gorilla Glass is one of the most popular brands of chemically strengthened glass, manufactured by Corning. Several versions have been developed, the newer ones being more durable and providing better damage resistance.

    Performance

    The internal storage refers to the built-in storage space available in a device for system data, apps, and user-generated data. With a large amount of internal storage, you can save more files and apps on your device.
    RAM

    12GB

    1GB

    Random-access memory (RAM) is a form of memory used to store working data and machine code. Having more RAM is particularly useful for multitasking, allowing you to run more programs at once or have more tabs open in your browser.
    Android version

    Android 13

    Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini)

    A newer version of Android generally provides a better user experience. Major Android releases include new features and improvements to performance, as well as important security updates.
    AnTuTu benchmark score

    1255441

    Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini)

    AnTuTu is one of the most important benchmarks for Android devices. The score reflects the overall performance of a device by summing up results of individual tests that various parameters, such as RAM speed, CPU performance, 2D & 3D graphics performance.
    3DMark Wild Life benchmark

    13244

    Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini)

    Wild Life is a cross-platform benchmark developed by 3DMark that tests the graphical performance of a device (using the Vulkan API on Android/Windows and the Metal API on iOS). Source: 3DMark.
    3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark

    14044

    Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini)

    Wild Life is a cross-platform benchmark developed by 3DMark that tests the graphical performance of a device (using the Vulkan API on Android/Windows and the Metal API on iOS). The Unlimited version runs off-screen so that factors such as display resolution don’t affect the score. Source: 3DMark.
    3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark

    3737

    Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini)

    Wild Life is a cross-platform benchmark developed by 3DMark that tests the graphical performance of a device (using the Vulkan API on Android/Windows and the Metal API on iOS). The Extreme version is much more graphically-demanding than the standard Wild Life benchmark. Source: 3DMark.
    Geekbench 6 result (multi)

    4937

    Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini)

    Geekbench 6 is a cross-platform benchmark that measures a processor's multi-core performance. (Source: Primate Labs, 2024)
    Geekbench 6 result (single)

    1870

    Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini)

    Geekbench 6 is a cross-platform benchmark that measures a processor's single-core performance. (Source: Primate Labs, 2024)

    Cameras

    megapixels (main camera)

    200 MP & 12 MP & 10 MP & 10 MP

    5 MP

    The number of megapixels determines the resolution of the images captured with the main camera. A higher megapixel count means that the camera is capable of capturing more details. However, the megapixel count is not the only important element determining the quality of an image.
    The number of megapixels determines the resolution of the images captured with the front camera. A higher megapixel count means that the front camera is capable of capturing more details, an essential factor for taking high-resolution selfies.
    has built-in optical image stabilization
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    Optical image stabilization uses gyroscopic sensors to detect the vibrations of the camera. The lens adjusts the optical path accordingly, ensuring that any type of motion blur is corrected before the sensor captures the image.
    video recording (main camera)

    4320 x 30 fps

    720 x 30 fps

    The maximum resolution available for videos shot with the main camera. Although it may be possible to choose among other frame rates, those recordings usually have lower resolutions.
    wide aperture (main camera)

    f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/4.9

    f/2.6

    With a wider aperture the sensor can capture more light, helping to avoid blur by enabling a faster shutter speed. It also provides a shallow depth of field, allowing you to blur the background to focus attention on the subject.
    Has a dual-tone LED flash
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    A dual-tone flash has LED lights with different color temperatures, delivering a better color balance to photos and videos.
    has a BSI sensor
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    A BSI (backside illuminated) sensor is a camera image sensor which captures better quality images in poor lighting conditions, and offers better overall sharpness and image quality.
    has continuous autofocus when recording movies
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    When recording movies they stay focussed and sharp.
    Has phase-detection autofocus for photos
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    Phase-detection autofocus is much faster than a contrast detection autofocus, allowing for sharper images.

    Operating system

    has clipboard warnings
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (Android 13)
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    This privacy feature alerts you with a small notification when an app copies data from your clipboard.
    has location privacy options
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (Android 13)
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    This privacy feature allows you to share your approximate location with an app instead of your precise location.
    has camera/microphone privacy options
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (Android 13)
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    You can enable or disable an app’s access to the camera or microphone on your device. There are also indication icons to show you when an app uses the camera or microphone.
    has Mail Privacy Protection
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    Mail Privacy Protection is a feature built into the default email app that blocks senders from using “tracking pixels” to see when you’ve read an email. It also hides your IP address from senders.
    has theme customization
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (Android 13)
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    Theme customization allows you to easily change the appearance of the user interface (UI). For example, by changing the system colors or the app icons.
    can block app tracking
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    Some apps track your activity even when the app is not in use. This privacy feature allows you to block this tracking, either across all apps or on a per-app basis.
    blocks cross-site tracking
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    This setting (in the default browser) allows you to block cross-site tracking cookies and data to help protect your privacy.
    has on-device machine learning
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (Android 13)
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini (Android 4.1 Jelly Bean (API level 16))
    On-device machine learning is used to recognize people, places, and more in the Photos app. The algorithms run on the device, where this sensitive data is then kept. Competing services upload the photos and perform this on their servers, which requires the sharing of personal data.
    Can play games while they download
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (Android 13)
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini (Android 4.1 Jelly Bean (API level 16))
    This means you don’t have to wait for the entire game to download first, as the later stages of the game download while you are playing.

    Battery

    battery power

    5000 mAh

    1500 mAh

    Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
    has wireless charging
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
    Supports fast charging
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    Fast charging technologies, like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge or MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
    charging speed

    45W

    Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini)

    Charging speeds are expressed in watts (W), a measure of electrical power. A higher wattage results in a faster charging speed. In order to achieve the advertised charging speed, it is important to use a compatible charger.
    wireless charging speed

    15W

    Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini)

    Charging speeds are expressed in watts (W), a measure of electrical power. A higher wattage results in a faster charging speed. In order to achieve the advertised charging speed, a compatible wireless charger must be used.
    has reverse wireless charging
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    The device can be used as a wireless charging station to power other gadgets.
    reverse wireless charging speed

    4.5W

    Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini)

    Charging speeds are expressed in watts (W), a measure of electrical power. A higher wattage results in a faster charging speed.
    has a removable battery
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.
    Has an ultra power-saving mode
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    The ultra power-saving mode, also called low power mode, is an effective way to extend the battery life of the device. Usually, it involves limiting screen brightness and contrast, disabling location services, restricting connectivity, and turning off nonessential apps.

    Audio

    has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
    has stereo speakers
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
    has aptX
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    aptX is a codec used for transmitting audio wirelessly with Bluetooth. It is developed by Qualcomm, and supports 16-bit audio at a bit rate of 384kbps.
    has LDAC
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    LDAC is a codec developed by Sony for Bluetooth audio. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high resolution audio. It can also automatically adjust to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps to increase stability.
    has aptX HD
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    aptX HD is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).
    has aptX Adaptive
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    aptx Adaptive is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps), which means it can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio or reducing interference from other devices.
    has aptX Lossless
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    aptX Lossless is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 16-bit/44.1kHz audio (at a maximum bit rate of 1200kbps). This codec provides CD-quality audio without any loss of data.
    Has a radio
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    A built-in FM radio tuner allows you to listen to most of the live-broadcasted FM radio stations without using the internet.
    More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.

    Features

    has 5G support
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    The fifth-generation wireless technology delivers higher speeds and lower latency than the previous, fourth-generation tech.
    Wi-Fi version

    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)

    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)

    The Wi-Fi versions supported by the device.
    This is the maximum download speed supported. In reality, the download speed will usually be lower, as it will be affected by other factors (such as your home/mobile network speeds).
    upload speed

    5.76 MBits/s

    This is the maximum upload speed supported. In reality, the upload speed will usually be lower, as it will be affected by other factors (for example your home/mobile network speeds).
    Has USB Type-C
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    The USB Type-C features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.
    USB version

    3.2

    Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini)

    Newer USB versions are faster and have better power management.
    has NFC
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    NFC (near-field communication) allows a device to perform simple wireless transactions, such as mobile payments. Note: this feature may not be available in all markets.
    SIM cards

    1 SIM, 1 eSIM

    1 SIM

    The number and type of SIM cards supported.
    Has a fingerprint scanner
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    The device has a fingerprint scanner which identifies the user.

    Miscellaneous

    has a video light
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    A video light helps when recording a movie in low-light conditions.
    DirectX version

    Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value.

    DirectX is used in games, with newer versions supporting better graphics.
    Has a built-in FM transmitter
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    Built-in FM transmitter allows you to wirelessly stream music from your device to any radio, e.g. in your car, at a predefined frequency.
    has a 24p cinema mode
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    24p is a video format (24 frames per second) traditionally used in cinema. Nowadays, it is used to create film-like motion characteristics.
    is a system camera
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
    Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
    A system camera has many interchangeable components such as lenses, flashes, and other accessories. System cameras offer greater flexibility than compact cameras.
    power-on delay

    Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra)

    0.99 s

    It takes less time for the camera to turn on and take a first picture.

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