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Samsung Galaxy Fold 5G (SM-F907W) vs Samsung Galaxy A3 2016 (SM-A310M)

Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy Fold 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016) phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016) X Samsung Galaxy Fold 5G (SM-F907W) 29Points
7.3"
AMOLED

1536x2152

12.2
MP

10mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

4235
mAh

(Non removable)

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05Points Samsung Galaxy A3 2016 (SM-A310M) Compare Samsung Galaxy Fold 5G X
4.7"
AMOLED

720x1280

13
MP

5mp

1.5GB
RAM

Quad-core

2300
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy Fold 5G (SM-F907W)

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!

Galaxy Fold 5G (SM-F907W)} 29 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Fold 5G (SM-F907W) vs Galaxy A3 2016 (SM-A310M)} 5 Advantages Samsung Galaxy A3 2016 (SM-A310M)
+2.84GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)148%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs1.5GHz 64bit Quad-core
+12GB LPDDR4X7 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs1.5GB LPDDR3
+512GB (462GB available)45 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs16GB (10GB available)
+UFS 3.0Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
vseMMC 4.5
+6.9 millimeters (0.27 inches)6%
Thinner
vs7.3 millimeters (0.29 inches)
+1536x2152 pixels3 times
Higher resolution screen
vs720x1280 pixels
+362 PPI16%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs312 PPI
+7.3"55%
Larger screen
vs4.7"
+(triple camera) 12.2MP + 12MP + 16MP2 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 13MP
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
vsOnly digital zoom
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
vsEIS: Digital stabilization
+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
vsNot supported
+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsHDR photo only main camera
+f/1.5 (aperture)27%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/1.9 (aperture)
+(dual front camera) 10MP + 8MP3 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 5MP
+4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsFull HD (1920x1080)
+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
vs(front) Full HD (1920x1080)
+Android 12Advantage
Android 12 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 7.0 Nougat
+5G Sub6Advantage
The 5G Sub6 network is newer and faster
vs4G LTE
+(5G Sub6) 2000 Mbps12 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(4G LTE) 150 Mbps
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+4235 mAh84%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs2300 mAh
+15W94%
More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.
vs7.75W
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
vs802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs4.1 + A2DP
+USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
vsMicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsMicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Not supportedvs+Until 256GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
263 grams (9.21 ounces)vs+132 grams (4.62 ounces)99%
Lighter
Type-C reversible connectorvs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supportedvs+FM (RDS)Advantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
Not supportedvs+Gorilla Glass 4Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

20 Common items in both devices
Aluminum frame, flexible plastic screen, glass back / Aluminum frame, glass front/back
Dynamic AMOLED / Super AMOLED
16 million
LED flash
PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras / Autofocus
Capacitive
Multitouch
+13 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Galaxy Fold 5G (SM-F907W)Galaxy A3 2016 (SM-A310M)
ModelGalaxy Fold 5G (SM-F907W)Galaxy A3 2016 (SM-A310M)
Other model namesGalaxy Fold 5G SM-F907W, Samsung WinnerGalaxy A3 SM-A310M (Single-Sim)
Country or region availableCanada
Canada
(Latin America)
(Latin America)
BrandSamsungSamsung
Release date4/26/2019, Announced: 2/28/20191/8/2016
Depth6.9 millimeters (0.27 inches)7.3 millimeters (0.29 inches)
Size (width x height)117.9 x 160.9 millimeters (4.64 x 6.33 in)65.2 x 134.5 millimeters (2.57 x 5.3 in)
Weight263 grams (9.21 ounces)132 grams (4.62 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum frame, flexible plastic screen, glass back
Folded: 15.5mm x 62.9mm x 160.9mm
Aluminum frame, glass front/back
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

Galaxy Fold 5G (SM-F907W)Galaxy A3 2016 (SM-A310M)
Display typeDynamic AMOLEDSuper AMOLED
Screen size7.3" inches4.7" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~85.7% (screen-to-body ratio)~69.4% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1536x2152 pixels720x1280 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)362 PPI312 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass 4
Refresh rate60Hzfeature not registered
Display featuresHDR10+
Extra display: Super AMOLED 4.6" (720x1680)
feature not registered

🤖 Operating System

Galaxy Fold 5G (SM-F907W)Galaxy A3 2016 (SM-A310M)
System versionAndroid 9.0 PieAndroid 5.1.1 Lollipop
Firmware updateAndroid 12Android 7.0 Nougat
User InterfaceOne UI 2.5 / 3.1 / 4.0feature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Galaxy Fold 5G (SM-F907W)Galaxy A3 2016 (SM-A310M)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 (SM8150) (7nm)64bit: Samsung Exynos 7 Quad 7578 (28nm)
CPUOcta-core, 3 processors:
1x 2.84GHz Kryo 485 (Single-core)
3x 2.42GHz Kryo 485 (Triple-core)
4x 1.78GHz Kryo 485 (Quad-core)
Quad-core, 1 processor:
4x 1.5GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 640 (585MHz)ARM Mali-T720 MP2 600Mhz
Performance (benchmark)Basemark OS II: 4527 (v2)feature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Galaxy Fold 5G (SM-F907W)Galaxy A3 2016 (SM-A310M)
RAM memory12GB LPDDR4X1.5GB LPDDR3
Internal storage512GB (462GB available)
UFS 3.0
16GB (10GB available)
eMMC 4.5
External storageNot supportedUntil 256GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Galaxy Fold 5G (SM-F907W)Galaxy A3 2016 (SM-A310M)
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload2000/1024 Mbps150/50 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G, 5G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
TD-SCDMA 1900/2000
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat18 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 29, 30, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 46)
VoLTE
LTE Cat4 (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 17, 28)
Primary 5G networkNSA/Sub6 (78)Not supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedNot supported

📷 Camera

Galaxy Fold 5G (SM-F907W)Galaxy A3 2016 (SM-A310M)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
12.2 megapixels
12MP telephoto f/2.41/3.6"52mm1.0µmAFOIS2x-optical-zoom
16MP ultrawide f/2.212mm1/3.1"1.0µm
13 megapixels
Main camera resolution4032x3024 pixels4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.5 (aperture)f/1.9 (aperture)
Focal length26mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/2.55" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1.4µm pixelfeature not registered
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus on both camerasAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomDigital and optical zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo/video on both camerasHDR photo only main camera
Camera extras4K@60fps
1080p@30/60fps
1080p@240fps (slow motion)
720p@960fps (slow motion)
HDR10
Cover camera: 10MP (f/2.2)
feature not registered

📸 Front camera

Galaxy Fold 5G (SM-F907W)Galaxy A3 2016 (SM-A310M)
Front camera (secondary)(dual front camera)
10 megapixels
8MP depth f/1.924mm1.22µm
5 megapixels
Front camera resolution3872x2592 pixels2560x1920 pixels
Video recording (secondary)4K UHD (3840x2160)Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)f/1.9 (aperture)
Focal length26mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/3" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1.22µm pixelfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Galaxy Fold 5G (SM-F907W)Galaxy A3 2016 (SM-A310M)
LoudspeakerStereo sound
32-bit/384kHz
Dolby Atmos
Tuned by AKG
Supported
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedFM (RDS)
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Galaxy Fold 5G (SM-F907W)Galaxy A3 2016 (SM-A310M)
USBUSB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoMicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio outputType-C reversible connector3.5mm jack
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)Not supported
Bluetooth5.0 + A2DP/LE4.1 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDouA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Galaxy Fold 5G (SM-F907W)Galaxy A3 2016 (SM-A310M)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
ANT+
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
ANT+
Compass
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Galaxy Fold 5G (SM-F907W)Galaxy A3 2016 (SM-A310M)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity4235 mAh2300 mAh
Charger, watts15W Wired fast charging7.75W (5V/1.55A) Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging15W Qi wireless charging
9W Reverse wireless charging
feature not registered
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered14 hours
Standbyfeature not registeredfeature not registered

➕ Other features

Galaxy Fold 5G (SM-F907W)Galaxy A3 2016 (SM-A310M)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Space Silver, Cosmos Black
• Samsung DeX
• Samsung Pay
• Colors: Black, Gold
• Samsung TouchWiz UX
• Gorilla Glass on the back

☢️ Radiation rate

Galaxy Fold 5G (SM-F907W)Galaxy A3 2016 (SM-A310M)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registered1.026W/kg (head), 1.289W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registered0.402W/kg (head), 0.482W/kg (body)
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