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Samsung Galaxy S3 Slim Duos (SM-G3812B) vs HTC Sensation (3G)

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

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Compare HTC Sensation X Samsung Galaxy S3 Slim Duos (SM-G3812B) 13Points
4.5"
TFT

540x960

5
MP

0.3mp

1GB
RAM

Quad-core

2100
mAh

(Removable)

vs
4.3"
SLCD

540x960

8
MP

0.3mp

768MB
RAM

Dual-core

1520
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy S3 Slim Duos (SM-G3812B)

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 S3 Slim Duos (SM-G3812B)} 13 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S3 Slim Duos (SM-G3812B) vs Sensation (3G)} 7 Advantages HTC Sensation (3G)
+1.2GHz 32bit Quad-core (45nm)17%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs1.2GHz 32bit Dual-core (45nm)
+1GB LPDDR233%
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs768MB LPDDR2
+8GB (5GB available)8 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs1GB (558MB available)
+139 grams (4.87 ounces)6%
Lighter
vs148 grams (5.18 ounces)
+9.7 millimeters (0.38 inches)16%
Thinner
vs11.3 millimeters (0.44 inches)
+4.5"5%
Larger screen
vs4.3"
+HDR photo only main cameraAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsNot supported
+Android 4.2.2 Jelly BeanAdvantage
Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean is newer and safer
vsAndroid 4.0.3 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS
+(3G+ HSPA+) 21 Mbps46%
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(3G+ HSPA+) 14.4 Mbps
+2100 mAh38%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs1520 mAh
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
+4.0 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 4.0 + A2DP is newer and faster
vs3.0 + A2DP
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage
Better sites viewing on the internet
vsHTML, XHTML, Flash player
TFT LCDvs+TFT Super LCDAdvantage
TFT Super LCD display is brighter and more vivid
245 PPIvs+256 PPI4%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
(back) 5MPvs+(back) 8MP59%
Higher resolution main camera
LED flashvs+Dual-LED flashAdvantage
The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supportedvs+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Micro-B USB MHLAdvantage
The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable
Not supportedvs+Gorilla GlassAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

29 Common items in both devices
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC
Plastic body, glass front
60Hz
16 million
540x960 pixels
Only digital zoom
Autofocus
+22 specs and more in the table below

Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.

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📱 Model features

Galaxy S3 Slim Duos (SM-G3812B)HTC Sensation (3G)
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ModelGalaxy S3 Slim Duos (SM-G3812B)Sensation (3G)
Other model namesGalaxy S3 Slim G3812B, Samsung Galaxy Win ProHTC Sensation 3G, HTC Pyramid
Country or region availableBrazil
Brazil
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandSamsungHTC
Release date3/1/20145/19/2011
Depth9.7 millimeters (0.38 inches)11.3 millimeters (0.44 inches)
Size (width x height)66 x 133 millimeters (2.6 x 5.24 in)65.4 x 126.1 millimeters (2.57 x 4.96 in)
Weight139 grams (4.87 ounces)148 grams (5.18 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

Galaxy S3 Slim Duos (SM-G3812B)HTC Sensation (3G)
Display typeTFT LCDTFT Super LCD
Screen size4.5" inches4.3" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~63.6% (screen-to-body ratio)~61.8% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution540x960 pixels540x960 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)245 PPI256 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass
Refresh rate60Hz60Hz
Display featuresNot supportedNot supported

🤖 Operating System

Galaxy S3 Slim Duos (SM-G3812B)HTC Sensation (3G)
System versionAndroid 4.2.2 Jelly BeanAndroid 2.3.3 Gingerbread
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 4.0.3 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS
User InterfaceTouchWiz UXHTC Sense 3.0 UI

⚙️ Processor

Galaxy S3 Slim Duos (SM-G3812B)HTC Sensation (3G)
Chipset32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 (MSM8225Q) (45nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S3 (MSM8260) (45nm)
CPUQuad-core, 1 processor:
4x 1.2GHz ARM Cortex-A5 (Quad-core)
Dual-core, 1 processor:
2x 1.2GHz Scorpion (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 203 (400MHz)Qualcomm Adreno 220 (266MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Galaxy S3 Slim Duos (SM-G3812B)HTC Sensation (3G)
RAM memory1GB LPDDR2768MB LPDDR2
Internal storage8GB (5GB available)
eMMC 4.5
1GB (558MB available)
External storageUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Galaxy S3 Slim Duos (SM-G3812B)HTC Sensation (3G)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
Not supported
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload21/5.76 Mbps14.4/5.76 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G2G, 3G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 850/1900/2100UMTS 900/1700/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+CSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGENot supported

📷 Camera

Galaxy S3 Slim Duos (SM-G3812B)HTC Sensation (3G)
Back camera (main camera)5 megapixels8 megapixels
Main camera resolution2592x1944 pixels3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashLED flashDual-LED flash
Focal aperturefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
AutofocusAutofocusAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection
BSI sensorNot supportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo only main cameraNot supported
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Galaxy S3 Slim Duos (SM-G3812B)HTC Sensation (3G)
Front camera (secondary)0.3 megapixels0.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution640x480 pixels640x480 pixels
Video recording (secondary)VGA (640x480)VGA (640x480)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Galaxy S3 Slim Duos (SM-G3812B)HTC Sensation (3G)
LoudspeakerMono sound (not stereo)Supported
SRS virtual surround sound
Active noise cancellation1 microphone1 microphone
RadioFMFM (RDS)
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.264, H.263, XviD, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, AAC+, WAV, WMA

🔌 Connectivity

Galaxy S3 Slim Duos (SM-G3812B)HTC Sensation (3G)
USBMicroUSB 2.0MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedMicro-B USB MHL
Bluetooth4.0 + A2DP3.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi hotspot
DLNASupportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTaggingA-GPS, GeoTagging
NFCNot supportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Galaxy S3 Slim Duos (SM-G3812B)HTC Sensation (3G)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Galaxy S3 Slim Duos (SM-G3812B)HTC Sensation (3G)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BG58100
Battery capacity2100 mAh1520 mAh
Charger, wattsWired chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedNot supported
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered6.7 hours
Standbyfeature not registered400 hours (16.7 days)

➕ Other features

Galaxy S3 Slim Duos (SM-G3812B)HTC Sensation (3G)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
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, Flash player
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black, White
• Java framework
• Colors: Black, Ice White
• 8GB microSD included
• HTC Watch
• Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

Galaxy S3 Slim Duos (SM-G3812B)HTC Sensation (3G)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)0.61W/kg (head), 1.13W/kg (body)feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)0.553W/kg (head), 0.395W/kg (body)feature not registered
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