Samsung Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 8GB) vs Asus Zenfone 3 Max (5.2 ZC520TL 16GB)

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Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy S3 mini vs Asus Zenfone 3 Max phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

11/5/2016 4:13 PM, updated: 6/2/2025 3:59 AM

Compare Asus Zenfone 3 Max X Samsung Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 8GB) 06Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4"
AMOLED

480x800

5
MP

0.3mp

1GB
RAM

Dual-core

1500
mAh

(Removable)

21Points Asus Zenfone 3 Max (5.2 ZC520TL 16GB) Compare Samsung Galaxy S3 mini X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.2"
IPS

720x1280

13
MP

5mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

4100
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Asus Zenfone 3 Max (5.2 ZC520TL 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!

6 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 8GB)	vs	21 Advantages Asus Zenfone 3 Max (5.2 ZC520TL 16GB)
+112 grams (3.92 ounces)32% Lighter	vs	148 grams (5.18 ounces)
+Super AMOLEDAdvantage Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid	vs	TFT IPS LCD
+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.	vs	Not supported
+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely	vs	Not supported
1GHz 32bit Dual-core (45nm)	vs	+1.25GHz 64bit Quad-core95% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
1GB LPDDR2	vs	+2GB LPDDR3100% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
8GB (5GB available)	vs	+16GB (10GB available)100% More internal storage for applications and files
9.85 millimeters (0.39 inches)	vs	+8.55 millimeters (0.34 inches)15% Thinner
480x800 pixels	vs	+720x1280 pixels140% Higher resolution screen
233 PPI	vs	+282 PPI21% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
4"	vs	+5.2"30% Larger screen
(back) 5MP	vs	+(back) 13MP154% Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
(front) 0.3MP	vs	+(front) 5MP15 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
HD (1280x720)	vs	+Full HD (1920x1080)125% More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean	vs	+Android 8.1 OreoAdvantage Android 8.1 Oreo is newer and safer
3G HSUPA	vs	+4G LTEAdvantage The 4G LTE network is newer and faster
(3G HSUPA) 14.4 Mbps	vs	+(4G LTE) 150 Mbps9 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Fingerprint sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
1500 mAh	vs	+4100 mAh173% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
5W	vs	+10W100% 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.
1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)	vs	+2 slots (Dual-SIM) (hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
Not supported	vs	+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

21 Common items in both devices

Until 32GB microSD, microSDXC

16 million

LED flash

Only digital zoom

Autofocus

EIS: Digital stabilization

Capacitive

+14 specs and more in the table below

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 8GB)	Asus Zenfone 3 Max (5.2 ZC520TL 16GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 8GB)	Zenfone 3 Max (5.2 ZC520TL 16GB)
Other model names	Galaxy S III mini 8GB GT-i8190	Asus Zenfone 3 Max ZC520TL 2GB/16GB 5.2" Dual-Sim
Country or region available	(Global, International)	(Global, International), Brazil, USA, Taiwan
Brand	Samsung	Asus
Release date	11/1/2012	8/1/2016
Depth	9.85 millimeters (0.39 inches)	8.55 millimeters (0.34 inches)
Size (width x height)	62.95 x 121.55 millimeters (2.48 x 4.79 in)	73.7 x 149.5 millimeters (2.9 x 5.89 in)
Weight	112 grams (3.92 ounces)	148 grams (5.18 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	feature not registered
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 8GB)	Asus Zenfone 3 Max (5.2 ZC520TL 16GB)
Display type	Super AMOLED	TFT IPS LCD
Screen size	4" inches	5.2" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~59.5% (screen-to-body ratio)	~67.7% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	480x800 pixels (5:3)	720x1280 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	233 PPI	282 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass 3
Refresh rate	60Hz	feature not registered
Display features	Not supported	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 8GB)	Asus Zenfone 3 Max (5.2 ZC520TL 16GB)
System version	Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Firmware update	feature not registered	Android 8.1 Oreo
User Interface	TouchWiz	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 8GB)	Asus Zenfone 3 Max (5.2 ZC520TL 16GB)
Chipset	32bit: ST-Ericsson NovaThor U8420 (45nm)	64bit: MediaTek MT6737 (28nm)
CPU	Dual-core, 1 processor: 2x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A9 (Dual-core)	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.25GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	ARM Mali-400 MP1	ARM Mali-T720 MP2
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 8GB)	Asus Zenfone 3 Max (5.2 ZC520TL 16GB)
RAM memory	1GB LPDDR2	2GB LPDDR3
Internal storage	8GB (5GB available) eMMC 4.41	16GB (10GB available)
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Until 32GB microSD, microSDXC (hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 8GB)	Asus Zenfone 3 Max (5.2 ZC520TL 16GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)	2 slots (Dual-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF) and nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	14.4/5.76 Mbps	150/50 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900, CDMA 800/1900 (China)
Primary 3G network	UMTS 900/1900/2100	Global: UMTS 850/900/1900/2100 Asia/Brazil: UMTS 800/850/900/1900/2100 India/Indonesia: UMTS 850/900/2100 USA: UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100 China: CDMA,TD-SCDMA UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat4 Global: LTE (Bands 1,2,3,5,7,8,20) Asia/Brazil: LTE (Bands 1,2,3,4,5,7,8,18,19,26,28) TD-LTE (Bands 38,41) India/Indonesia: LTE (Bands 1,3,5,8) TD-LTE (Band 40) USA: LTE (Bands 1,2,3,4,5,7,8,17) China: LTE (Bands 1,3,7) TD-LTE (Bands 38,39,40,41)
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	Not supported	GPRS, EDGE
📷 Camera
	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 8GB)	Asus Zenfone 3 Max (5.2 ZC520TL 16GB)
Back camera (main camera)	5 megapixels	13 megapixels
Main camera resolution	2592x1944 pixels	4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)	HD (1280x720) 30 fps	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.2 (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
Autofocus	Autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	Not supported	HDR photo on both cameras
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 8GB)	Asus Zenfone 3 Max (5.2 ZC520TL 16GB)
Front camera (secondary)	0.3 megapixels	5 megapixels
Front camera resolution	640x480 pixels	2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.0 (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 S3 mini (GT-i8190 8GB)	Asus Zenfone 3 Max (5.2 ZC520TL 16GB)
Loudspeaker	Mono sound (not stereo)	Supported
Active noise cancellation	1 microphone	2 microphones or more
Radio	FM (RDS)	FM (RDS)
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, DivX, Xvid, H.264, H.263, WMV	MP4, H.264, H.263
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, AC3, FLAC	MP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 8GB)	Asus Zenfone 3 Max (5.2 ZC520TL 16GB)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Micro-B USB MHL	Not supported
Bluetooth	4.0 + A2DP	4.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 8GB)	Asus Zenfone 3 Max (5.2 ZC520TL 16GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Compass Gyroscope Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Fingerprint sensor Hall effect Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 8GB)	Asus Zenfone 3 Max (5.2 ZC520TL 16GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity	1500 mAh	4100 mAh
Charger, watts	5W Wired charging	10W (5V/2A) Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	7 hours	20 hours
Standby	360 hours (15 days)	720 hours (30 days)
➕ Other features
	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 8GB)	Asus Zenfone 3 Max (5.2 ZC520TL 16GB)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (Swype), 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: White, Blue • Java framework	• Colors: Titanium Grey, Glacier Silver, Gold • USB OTG On-The-Go • Asus ZenUI 3.0 • 2.5D glass screen
☢️ Radiation rate
	Galaxy S3 mini (GT-i8190 8GB)	Asus Zenfone 3 Max (5.2 ZC520TL 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