Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780G 256GB) vs Samsung Galaxy A3 (SM-A300G)

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Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy S20 FE vs Samsung Galaxy A3 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

10/13/2021 7:29 AM, updated: 12/6/2022 4:37 PM

Compare Samsung Galaxy A3 X Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780G 256GB) 33Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.5"
AMOLED

1080x2400

12.2
MP

32mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

4500
mAh

(Non removable)

05Points Samsung Galaxy A3 (SM-A300G) Compare Samsung Galaxy S20 FE X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4.5"
AMOLED

540x960

8
MP

5mp

1GB
RAM

Quad-core

1900
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780G 256GB)

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!

33 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780G 256GB)	vs	5 Advantages Samsung Galaxy A3 (SM-A300G)
+2.84GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)166% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	1.2GHz 64bit Quad-core (28nm)
+8GB LPDDR57 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	1GB LPDDR2
+256GB (221GB available)17 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	16GB (12GB available)
+UFS 3.0Advantage Fastest write and read storage.	vs	eMMC 4.5
+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC15 times More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC
+HDR10+Advantage The HDR10+ display provides vibrant colors and more details	vs	Not supported
+120Hz100% The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.	vs	60Hz
+1080x2400 pixels4 times Higher resolution screen	vs	540x960 pixels
+405 PPI65% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	245 PPI
+6.5"44% Larger screen	vs	4.5"
+(triple camera) 12.2MP + 12MP + 8MP3 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 8MP
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures	vs	Only digital zoom
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video	vs	EIS: Digital stabilization
+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	HDR photo only main camera
+f/1.8 (aperture)33% Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.	vs	f/2.4 (aperture)
+(front) 32MP5 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	vs	Full HD (1920x1080)
+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)21 times More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera	vs	(front) WVGA (800x480)
+Android 13Advantage Android 13 is newer and safer	vs	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
+(4G LTE-A) 1800 Mbps11 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(4G LTE) 150 Mbps
+Face unlockAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+4500 mAh137% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	1900 mAh
+25W6 times 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.	vs	3.5W
+Qi wireless chargingAdvantage Wireless charging is another way to charge the battery.	vs	Not supported
+Stereo soundAdvantage Better sound quality for listening to music or clearer hands-free calls	vs	Mono sound (not stereo)
+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	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.	vs	Not supported
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster	vs	4.0 + A2DP
+USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.	vs	MicroUSB 2.0
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	MicroUSB 2.0
+IP68 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example	vs	Not supported
190 grams (6.65 ounces)	vs	+110 grams (3.85 ounces)73% Lighter
8.4 millimeters (0.33 inches)	vs	+6.9 millimeters (0.27 inches)22% Thinner
Not supported	vs	+ANT+Advantage Sensors help you use the device
Type-C reversible connector	vs	+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supported	vs	+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general

17 Common items in both devices

Aluminum body, glass front, plastic back / Aluminum body, glass front

Super AMOLED

16 million

LED flash

PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus

4G LTE-A / 4G LTE

Capacitive

+10 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780G 256GB)	Galaxy A3 (SM-A300G)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780G 256GB)	Galaxy A3 (SM-A300G)
Other model names	Galaxy S20 Fan Edition 4G SM-G780G Single-SIM (Snapdragon)	Galaxy A3 (4G LTE) SM-A300G (Single-sim)
Country or region available	Mexico, Peru	India, Singapore
Brand	Samsung	Samsung
Release date	10/2/2020	11/1/2014
Depth	8.4 millimeters (0.33 inches)	6.9 millimeters (0.27 inches)
Size (width x height)	74.5 x 159.8 millimeters (2.93 x 6.29 in)	65.5 x 130.1 millimeters (2.58 x 5.12 in)
Weight	190 grams (6.65 ounces)	110 grams (3.85 ounces)
Build, materials	Aluminum body, glass front, plastic back	Aluminum body, glass front
Protection against water and others	IP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant	Not supported
📲 Display
	Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780G 256GB)	Galaxy A3 (SM-A300G)
Display type	Super AMOLED	Super AMOLED
Screen size	6.5" inches	4.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~85.7% (screen-to-body ratio)	~65.5% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x2400 pixels (20:9)	540x960 pixels (16:9)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	405 PPI	245 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass 3	Gorilla Glass 4
Refresh rate	120Hz	60Hz
Display features	700nits[typ], 1000nits[peak] HDR10+ Always-On Display	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780G 256GB)	Galaxy A3 (SM-A300G)
System version	Android 10	Android 4.4.4 KitKat
Firmware update	Android 13	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
User Interface	One UI 2.5 / 3.1 / 4.1 / 5.0	TouchWiz UX
⚙️ Processor
	Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780G 256GB)	Galaxy A3 (SM-A300G)
Chipset	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 (SM8250) (7nm)	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 (MSM8916) (28nm)
CPU	Octa-core, 3 processors: 1x 2.84GHz Kryo 585 (Single-core) 3x 2.42GHz Kryo 585 (Triple-core) 4x 1.8GHz Kryo 585 (Quad-core)	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.2GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 650 (250-587MHz)	Qualcomm Adreno 306 (400MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	AnTuTu: 648812 (v9)	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780G 256GB)	Galaxy A3 (SM-A300G)
RAM memory	8GB LPDDR5	1GB LPDDR2
Internal storage	256GB (221GB available) UFS 3.0	16GB (12GB available) eMMC 4.5
External storage	Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780G 256GB)	Galaxy A3 (SM-A300G)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	1800/200 Mbps	150/50 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	2G, 3G, 4G
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 850/900/1700/1900/2100	UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat19 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 26, 28, 32, 66) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE	LTE Cat4 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20) TD-LTE (40)
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, 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 S20 FE (SM-G780G 256GB)	Galaxy A3 (SM-A300G)
Back camera (main camera)	(triple camera) 12.2 megapixels 12MP ultrawide f/2.2123°13mm1/3"1.12µm 8MP telephoto f/2.476mm1/4.5"1.0µmPDAFOIS3x-optical-zoom	8 megapixels
Main camera resolution	4032x3024 pixels	3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/1.8 (aperture)	f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal length	26mm lens	31mm lens
Sensor size	1/1.76" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.8µm pixel	feature not registered
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	OIS: Optical stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Digital and optical zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo/video on both cameras	HDR photo only main camera
Camera extras	1080p@60fps	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780G 256GB)	Galaxy A3 (SM-A300G)
Front camera (secondary)	32 megapixels	5 megapixels
Front camera resolution	6528x4896 pixels	2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	4K UHD (3840x2160)	WVGA (800x480)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length	26mm lens	23mm lens
Sensor size	1/2.74" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	0.8µm pixel	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780G 256GB)	Galaxy A3 (SM-A300G)
Loudspeaker	Stereo sound 32-bit/384kHz Dolby Atmos Tuned by AKG	Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	2 microphones or more
Radio	Not supported	FM
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV	MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780G 256GB)	Galaxy A3 (SM-A300G)
USB	USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	Type-C reversible connector	3.5mm jack
TV output	USB Type-C SlimPort®	Not supported
Bluetooth	5.0 + A2DP/LE	4.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi hotspot
DLNA	Supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFC	Supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780G 256GB)	Galaxy A3 (SM-A300G)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Face unlock Fingerprint sensor (under display) Gyroscope Hall effect Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor ANT+ Compass Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780G 256GB)	Galaxy A3 (SM-A300G)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	4500 mAh	1900 mAh
Charger, watts	25W Wired fast charging Reverse charging by cable USB Power Delivery 3.0	3.5W (5V/0.7A) Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	15W Qi wireless charging 4.5W Reverse wireless charging	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	feature not registered	12 hours
Standby	feature not registered	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780G 256GB)	Galaxy A3 (SM-A300G)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	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: Lavender, Mint, Navy, White, Red, Orange	• Colors: Black, Gray, Pink, Blue, White, Gold • Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780G 256GB)	Galaxy A3 (SM-A300G)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	1.204W/kg (head), 0.889W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.429W/kg (head), 1.355W/kg (body)	0.244W/kg (head), 0.301W/kg (body)