Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017) vs Samsung Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 16GB)

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Side by side comparison between Nokia Lumia 530 vs Samsung Galaxy S3 mini phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

7/30/2014 2:16 PM, updated: 6/2/2025 3:59 AM

Compare Samsung Galaxy S3 mini X Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017) 08Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4"
TFT

480x854

5
MP

512MB
RAM

Quad-core

1430
mAh

(Removable)

19Points Samsung Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 16GB) Compare Nokia Lumia 530 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4"
AMOLED

480x800

5
MP

0.3mp

1GB
RAM

Dual-core

1500
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 16GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

8 Advantages Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	vs	19 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 16GB)
+1.2GHz 32bit Quad-core (28nm)62% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	1GHz 32bit Dual-core (45nm)
+eMMC 4.5Advantage Fastest write and read storage.	vs	eMMC 4.41
+Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC3 times More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Until 32GB microSD, microSDXC
+480x854 pixels7% Higher resolution screen	vs	480x800 pixels
+245 PPI5% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	233 PPI
+3G+ HSPA+Advantage The 3G+ HSPA+ network is newer and faster	vs	3G HSUPA
+(3G+ HSPA+) 21 Mbps46% Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(3G HSUPA) 14.4 Mbps
+2 microphones100% More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos	vs	1 microphone
512MB LPDDR2	vs	+1GB LPDDR2100% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
4GB (2.5GB available)	vs	+16GB (13GB available)4 times More internal storage for applications and files
129 grams (4.52 ounces)	vs	+112 grams (3.92 ounces)15% Lighter
11.7 millimeters (0.46 inches)	vs	+9.85 millimeters (0.39 inches)19% Thinner
TFT LCD	vs	+Super AMOLEDAdvantage Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
Not supported	vs	+LED flashAdvantage The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supported	vs	+AutofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supported	vs	+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supported	vs	+(front) 0.3MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies
FWVGA (854x480)	vs	+HD (1280x720)125% More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
700000 apps (Marketplace)	vs	+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)4 times More apps available to download and use
Not supported	vs	+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Proximity sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
1430 mAh	vs	+1500 mAh5% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supported	vs	+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
Not supported	vs	+Micro-B USB MHLAdvantage The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable
Not supported	vs	+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
Not supported	vs	+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely

20 Common items in both devices

Plastic body, glass front

60Hz

16 million

(back) 5MP

Only digital zoom

Capacitive

+13 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 16GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 16GB)
Other model names	Nokia Lumia 530 Single-SIM RM-1017, Nokia Rock	Galaxy S III mini NFC 16GB GT-i8190
Country or region available	(Europe), Canada, USA, Mexico	(Global, International)
Brand	Nokia	Samsung
Release date	8/1/2014, Announced: 7/1/2014	11/1/2012
Depth	11.7 millimeters (0.46 inches)	9.85 millimeters (0.39 inches)
Size (width x height)	62.3 x 119.7 millimeters (2.45 x 4.71 in)	62.95 x 121.55 millimeters (2.48 x 4.79 in)
Weight	129 grams (4.52 ounces)	112 grams (3.92 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 16GB)
Display type	TFT LCD	Super AMOLED
Screen size	4" inches	4" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~59.1% (screen-to-body ratio)	~59.5% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	480x854 pixels (16:9)	480x800 pixels (5:3)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	245 PPI	233 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Not supported
Refresh rate	60Hz	60Hz
Display features	Not supported	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 16GB)
System version	Windows Phone 8.1	Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean
Firmware update	feature not registered	feature not registered
User Interface	Denim UI	TouchWiz
⚙️ Processor
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 16GB)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 (MSM8212) (28nm)	32bit: ST-Ericsson NovaThor U8420 (45nm)
CPU	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.2GHz ARM Cortex-A7 (Quad-core)	Dual-core, 1 processor: 2x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A9 (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 302 (400MHz)	ARM Mali-400 MP1
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 16GB)
RAM memory	512MB LPDDR2	1GB LPDDR2
Internal storage	4GB (2.5GB available) eMMC 4.5	16GB (13GB available) eMMC 4.41
External storage	Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Until 32GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 16GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	21/5.76 Mbps	14.4/5.76 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	2G, 3G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 900/2100 America version: UMTS 850/900/1900/2100	UMTS 900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	Not supported	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 16GB)
Back camera (main camera)	5 megapixels	5 megapixels
Main camera resolution	2592x1944 pixels	2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (primary)	FWVGA (854x480) 30 fps	HD (1280x720) 30 fps
Flash	Not supported	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/2.4 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/4" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Autofocus	Not supported	Autofocus
Touch focus	Not supported	Supported
Image stabilization	Not supported	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	Not supported	Not supported
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 16GB)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	0.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution	Not supported	640x480 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	Not supported
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 16GB)
Loudspeaker	Mono sound (not stereo)	Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones	1 microphone
Radio	FM	FM (RDS)
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV	MP4, DivX, Xvid, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, AC3, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 16GB)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Micro-B USB MHL
Bluetooth	4.0 + A2DP	4.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi hotspot	802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFC	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 16GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer	Accelerometer Compass Gyroscope Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 16GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) BL-5J	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	1430 mAh	1500 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	5W Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	10 hours	7 hours
Standby	528 hours (22 days)	360 hours (15 days)
➕ Other features
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 16GB)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Not supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Orange, Green, White, Dark grey • Internet Explorer 11 • OneDrive 15GB • Skype, Viber, WhatsApp	• Colors: White, Blue • Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 16GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered