Samsung

Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016)

Available. Released 2015, December 134.5  x  65.2  x  7.3 mm Android OS, v5.1.1 (Lollipop)
Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016)

RM 999.00

Source last updated 22 Nov 2017 — likely outdated, confirm before buying.

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Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410Chipset 16 GB, 1.5 GB RAMRAM & Storage 13 MP, f/1.9, autofocus, LED flashRear Camera Non-removable Li-Ion 2300 mAh batteryBattery

Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016) price in Malaysia starts from RM999, positioning it as a budget option built around a Snapdragon 410 chipset and 1.5GB of RAM. That's enough for everyday tasks on Android 5.1.1 Lollipop, though it's not a phone for heavy multitasking. The 4.7-inch Super AMOLED screen is the standout here, with 720 x 1280 resolution and 312 ppi giving colours more punch than most phones at this tier.

On the camera side, you get a 13MP rear shooter with f/1.9 aperture and LED flash, paired with a 5MP front camera for selfies and video calls. Storage sits at 16GB, tight by modern standards but expandable via microSD up to 128GB.

The 2300 mAh battery is modest, matching the compact 132g body and 7.3mm profile. Body construction includes a Corning Gorilla Glass 4 back panel, and it comes in Black, White, Gold or Pink, with NFC available on the LTE variant.

Full Specifications

Release

Release Status
Available. Released 2015, December

Performance

Processor
Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410
GPU
Adreno 306
RAM & Storage
16 GB, 1.5 GB RAM
External Storage
microSD, up to 128 GB
OS
Android OS, v5.1.1 (Lollipop)
Battery
Non-removable Li-Ion 2300 mAh battery

Screen

Display size
4.7 inches (~69.4% screen-to-body ratio)
720 x 1280 pixels (~312 ppi pixel density)
Display type
Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Multitouch
Yes

Body

Dimension
134.5  x  65.2  x  7.3 mm
Weight
132 g (4.66 oz)
Body Type
Corning Gorilla Glass 4 back panel
Colors
Black, White, Gold, Pink

Connectivity

SIM
Optional Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Data Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Wifi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
v4.1, A2DP, EDR, LE
NFC
Yes (LTE model only)
USB
microUSB v2.0
GPS
Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (market dependant)
Radio
FM radio

Sensors

Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass

Camera & Video

Rear Camera
13 MP, f/1.9, autofocus, LED flash
Front Camera
5 MP, f/1.9
Video
1080p@30fps
Features
Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, panorama

Audio

Loud Speaker
Yes
Sound Jack
Yes
Sound Type
Vibration; MP3, WAV ringtones

Frequently asked questions

Does the Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016) support 5G?

Based on its listed network specs (HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps), the Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016) does not support 5G.

How much RAM and storage does the Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016) have?

The Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016) comes with 16 GB, 1.5 GB RAM.

What's the battery capacity of the Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016)?

The Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016) has a Non-removable Li-Ion 2300 mAh battery battery.

Is the Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016) still available in Malaysia?

Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016) is currently listed as available in Malaysia (release status: Available. Released 2015, December).

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