Samsung Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510) vs Samsung Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 32GB)

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Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy 551 vs Samsung Galaxy S3 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

8/21/2012 9:13 PM, updated: 6/19/2025 6:19 PM

Compare Samsung Galaxy S3 X Samsung Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510) 02Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.2"
TFT

240x400

3.1
MP

512MB
RAM

Single-core

1200
mAh

(Removable)

30Points Samsung Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 32GB) Compare Samsung Galaxy 551 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4.8"
AMOLED

720x1280

8
MP

2mp

2GB
RAM

Dual-core

2100
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 32GB)

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2 Advantages Samsung Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510)	vs	30 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 32GB)
+117 grams (4.1 ounces)14% Lighter	vs	133 grams (4.66 ounces)
+FM (RDS)Advantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general	vs	Not supported
600MHz 32bit Single-core	vs	+1.5GHz 32bit Dual-core (28nm)2 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
512MB	vs	+2GB LPDDR23 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
512MB (173MB available)	vs	+32GB (25GB available)147 times More internal storage for applications and files
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC	vs	+Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC100% More external storage for files using memory cards
15.2 millimeters (0.6 inches)	vs	+8.6 millimeters (0.34 inches)77% Thinner
TFT LCD	vs	+Super AMOLEDAdvantage Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
240x400 pixels	vs	+720x1280 pixels9 times Higher resolution screen
146 PPI	vs	+306 PPI110% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.2"	vs	+4.8"50% Larger screen
(back) 3.1MP	vs	+(back) 8MP154% Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+LED flashAdvantage The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supported	vs	+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supported	vs	+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supported	vs	+HDR photo only main cameraAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
Not supported	vs	+(front) 2MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies
QVGA (320x240)	vs	+Full HD (1920x1080)26 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread	vs	+Android 4.3 Jelly BeanAdvantage Android 4.3 Jelly Bean is newer and safer
3G HSUPA	vs	+4G LTEAdvantage The 4G LTE network is newer and faster
(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps	vs	+(4G LTE) 100 Mbps13 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
1200 mAh	vs	+2100 mAh75% 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	+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
Not supported	vs	+Micro-B USB MHLAdvantage The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable
3.0 + A2DP	vs	+4.0 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 4.0 + A2DP is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
HTML, XHTML, Flash player	vs	+HTML, XHTML, HTML5, Flash playerAdvantage Better sites viewing on the internet
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla Glass 2Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

16 Common items in both devices

16 million

Only digital zoom

Autofocus

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Compass

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📱 Model features
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 32GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 32GB)
Other model names	Samsung Galaxy i5510, Samsung Callisto	Verizon Samsung Galaxy S3 i535, Samsung Galaxy S III R530
Country or region available	(Global, International), (Europe)	USA
Brand	Samsung	Samsung
Release date	11/1/2010	7/12/2012
Depth	15.2 millimeters (0.6 inches)	8.6 millimeters (0.34 inches)
Size (width x height)	55 x 111 millimeters (2.17 x 4.37 in)	70.6 x 136.6 millimeters (2.78 x 5.38 in)
Weight	117 grams (4.1 ounces)	133 grams (4.66 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 32GB)
Display type	TFT LCD	Super AMOLED
Screen size	3.2" inches	4.8" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~47.7% (screen-to-body ratio)	~65.9% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	240x400 pixels	720x1280 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	146 PPI	306 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass 2
Refresh rate	feature not registered	60Hz
Display features	feature not registered	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 32GB)
System version	Android 2.2 Froyo	Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS
Firmware update	Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread	Android 4.3 Jelly Bean
User Interface	feature not registered	TouchWiz UI
⚙️ Processor
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 32GB)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 MSM7227 (65nm)	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus (MSM8260A) (28nm)
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 600MHz ARM1136EJ-S (Single-core)	Dual-core, 1 processor: 2x 1.5GHz Krait (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 200	Qualcomm Adreno 225 (400MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 32GB)
RAM memory	512MB	2GB LPDDR2
Internal storage	512MB (173MB available)	32GB (25GB available) eMMC 4.41
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 32GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	7.2 Mbps	100/50 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	CDMA 800/1700/1900/2100
Primary 3G network	UMTS 900/2100	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
Primary 4G network	Not supported	LTE 700/850/1700/1900/2100
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	CSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA	CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, LTE
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
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 32GB)
Back camera (main camera)	3.1 megapixels	8 megapixels
Main camera resolution	2048x1536 pixels	3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)	QVGA (320x240) 15 fps	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	Not supported	LED flash
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.6 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/3" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Autofocus	Autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Not supported	Supported
Image stabilization	Not supported	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Not supported	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Supported
HDR	Not supported	HDR photo only main camera
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 32GB)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	2 megapixels
Front camera resolution	Not supported	1600x1200 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	HD (1280x720)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.6 (aperture)
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
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 32GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	2 microphones
Radio	FM (RDS)	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	3GP, 3G2, MJPG, MP4, WMV, H.263	MP4, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, eAAC+	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 32GB)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Micro-B USB MHL
Bluetooth	3.0 + A2DP	4.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)	802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi hotspot
DLNA	Supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFC	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 32GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Compass Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Gyroscope Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 32GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) EB-L1G6LLU
Battery capacity	1200 mAh	2100 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	5 hours	15 hours
Standby	370 hours (15.4 days)	200 hours (8.3 days)
➕ Other features
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 32GB)
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, Flash player	HTML, XHTML, HTML5, Flash player
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Retractable QWERTY keyboard	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black • 1GB microSD included • Samsung TouchWiz 3.0 • Java framework	• Colors: Pebble blue, Marble white • Smart Stay eye tracking • S-Voice • Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 32GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	0.48W/kg (head), 1.29W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	0.088W/kg (head)