Samsung Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B/DS 128GB/8GB) vs Nokia 3100

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Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy A73 vs Nokia 3100 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

7/19/2022 10:06 AM, updated: 5/19/2025 12:01 PM

Compare Nokia 3100 X Samsung Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B/DS 128GB/8GB) 28Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.7"
AMOLED

1080x2400

108
MP

32mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

02Points Nokia 3100 Compare Samsung Galaxy A73 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

1.5"
CSTN

128x128

N/A

850
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B/DS 128GB/8GB)

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!

28 Advantages Samsung Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B/DS 128GB/8GB)	vs	2 Advantages Nokia 3100
+128GB (100GB available)216647 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	484KB
+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+7.6 millimeters (0.3 inches)163% Thinner	vs	20 millimeters (0.79 inches)
+Super AMOLED PlusAdvantage Super AMOLED Plus display is brighter and more vivid	vs	CSTN - passive matrix
+16 million3999 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos	vs	4 thousand
+1080x2400 pixels157 times Higher resolution screen	vs	128x128 pixels
+393 PPI2 times Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	121 PPI
+6.7"3 times Larger screen	vs	1.5"
+(quad camera) 108MP + 12MP + 5MP + 5MPAdvantage With a camera you can take pictures anywhere	vs	Not supported
+4K UHD (3840x2160)Advantage More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	Not supported
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)3499 times More apps available to download and use	vs	1000 apps (Nokia Store)
+5G SA/NSAAdvantage The 5G SA/NSA network is newer and faster	vs	2G GPRS
+(5G SA/NSA) 2000 Mbps55555 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(2G GPRS) 0.036 Mbps
+Capacitive MultitouchAdvantage The touch screen facilitates the use of the device	vs	Not supported
+Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Compass, Ambient light sensor, Gyroscope, Face unlock 2D, Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+5000 mAh5 times Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	850 mAh
+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video	vs	Not supported
+2 slots (Dual-SIM) (hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM)
+Type-C reversible connectorAdvantage Best output for headset	vs	proprietary audio output
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos	vs	Not supported
+A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSSAdvantage It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device	vs	Not supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] is newer and faster	vs	Not supported
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster	vs	Not supported
+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely	vs	Not supported
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	USB 2.0 proprietary connector
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet	vs	WAP
+Gorilla Glass 5Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys	vs	Not supported
+IP67 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example	vs	Not supported
181 grams (6.34 ounces)	vs	+85 grams (2.98 ounces)113% Lighter
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily

3 Common items in both devices

Hands-free calling

Vibrating alert

USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go / USB 2.0 proprietary connector

+ specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B/DS 128GB/8GB)	Nokia 3100
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Model	Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B/DS 128GB/8GB)	Nokia 3100
Other model names	Galaxy A73 5G SM-A736B/Dual-SIM	Nokia 3100 RH-19
Country or region available	(Europe), (Global, International), Brazil	(Global, International)
Brand	Samsung	Nokia
Release date	4/22/2022, Announced: 3/17/2022	9/1/2003
Depth	7.6 millimeters (0.3 inches)	20 millimeters (0.79 inches)
Size (width x height)	76.1 x 163.7 millimeters (3 x 6.44 in)	43 x 102 millimeters (1.69 x 4.02 in)
Weight	181 grams (6.34 ounces)	85 grams (2.98 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	feature not registered
Protection against water and others	IP67 certified: dust proof and waterproof over 1 meter and 30min	Not supported
📲 Display
	Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B/DS 128GB/8GB)	Nokia 3100
Display type	Super AMOLED Plus	CSTN - passive matrix
Screen size	6.7" inches	1.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~87% (screen-to-body ratio)	~16.5% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x2400 pixels (20:9)	128x128 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Not supported
Pixel density (dot pitch)	393 PPI	121 PPI
Colors	16 million	4 thousand
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass 5	Not supported
Refresh rate	120Hz	feature not registered
Display features	800nits[typ] HDR10 Always-On Display	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B/DS 128GB/8GB)	Nokia 3100
System version	Android 12	Nokia Series OS S40 1st edition
Firmware update	Android 15	feature not registered
User Interface	One UI 4.1 / 5.0 / 6.1 / 7.0	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B/DS 128GB/8GB)	Nokia 3100
Chipset	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G (SM7325) (6nm)	feature not registered
CPU	Octa-core, 3 processors: 1x 2.4GHz ARM Cortex-A78 (Single-core) 3x 2.2GHz ARM Cortex-A78 (Triple-core) 4x 1.8GHz ARM Cortex-A55 (Quad-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: Single-core
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 642L (550MHz)	feature not registered
Performance (benchmark)	AnTuTu: 490043 (v9) Geekbench: 2878 (v5.4)	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B/DS 128GB/8GB)	Nokia 3100
RAM memory	8GB LPDDR4X	feature not registered
Internal storage	128GB (100GB available) UFS 2.2	484KB
External storage	Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC (hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B/DS 128GB/8GB)	Nokia 3100
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)	Not supported
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	2000/1024 Mbps	0.036 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G, 5G	2G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Tri-Band 900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 900/1800/1900 - USA: 850/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	Not supported
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat16 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 26, 28, 66) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE	Not supported
Primary 5G network	SA/NSA (1, 3, 5, 7, 28, 40, 41, 66, 78)	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA	CSD, GPRS
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	LTE Cat16 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 26, 28, 66) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B/DS 128GB/8GB)	Nokia 3100
Back camera (main camera)	(quad camera) 108 megapixels 12MP ultrawide f/2.2 5MP macro f/2.4 5MP depth f/2.4	Not supported
Main camera resolution	12000x9000 pixels	Not supported
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps	Not supported
Flash	LED flash	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/1.8 (aperture)	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
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	Not supported
Touch focus	Supported	Not supported
Image stabilization	OIS: Optical stabilization	Not supported
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Not supported
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Not supported
BSI sensor	Supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo on both cameras	Not supported
Camera extras	1080p@60fps	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B/DS 128GB/8GB)	Nokia 3100
Front camera (secondary)	32 megapixels	Not supported
Front camera resolution	6528x4896 pixels	Not supported
Video recording (secondary)	4K UHD (3840x2160)	Not supported
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	26mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/2.8" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	0.8µm pixel	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B/DS 128GB/8GB)	Nokia 3100
Loudspeaker	Stereo sound Dolby Atmos	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	Not supported
Radio	Not supported	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV	feature not registered
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MIDI
🔌 Connectivity
	Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B/DS 128GB/8GB)	Nokia 3100
USB	USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go	USB 2.0 proprietary connector
Audio output	Type-C reversible connector	proprietary audio output
TV output	USB Type-C (reversible)	Not supported
Bluetooth	5.0 + A2DP/LE	Not supported
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	Not supported
DLNA	Not supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS	Not supported
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B/DS 128GB/8GB)	Nokia 3100
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Face unlock 2D Fingerprint sensor (under display) Gyroscope Proximity sensor	Not supported
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B/DS 128GB/8GB)	Nokia 3100
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) BR-5C / BL-5C
Battery capacity	5000 mAh	850 mAh
Charger, watts	25W Wired fast charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	45 hours (1.9 days)	6 hours
Standby	feature not registered	410 hours (17.1 days)
➕ Other features
	Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B/DS 128GB/8GB)	Nokia 3100
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Not supported
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS, MMS
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Not supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	WAP
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Gray, White, Mint	• Colors: Blue, Red, White • Java apps, max 64kb each • Pop-Port (USB and Charger) • Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B/DS 128GB/8GB)	Nokia 3100
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	0.68W/kg (head), 0.55W/kg (body)	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	1.285W/kg (head), 1.42W/kg (body)	feature not registered