Even though both the handsets look similar, there are some in-depth features which distinguish one from the other. The successor "S4" definitely has a lot of new features but still has it revolutionized the smartphone industry, just as the S3 did?
Let us have an in-depth review between the two smartphones, in each and every stream.
Size
The two handsets are pretty much the same size. The only noticeable difference is that the S4 is thinner than the S3. The S4 is also just marginally lighter than the S3.
Design
Both the handsets are much similar in their design. But still the S4 has a much sleeker look than the S3 because the plastic "cheap" outer seam cover has been replaced by a firm metal cover.
Display
Samsung has increased the screen size of the S4 by 0.2" to 4.99". While a larger screen gives you more worthy viewing experience, it also creates a bigger reach from one side of the screen to the other, which at times proves to be a flaw. As for screen resolution the S4 definitely comes out the winner. It has full HD (1920 x 1080) and a pixel density of 441 ppi. This really does produce a crisp picture. The S3 isn't far behind though; it's got a resolution of 1280 x 720, which is still very impressive.
Power
Samsung has doubled the RAM in the S4 to 2GB and it has also increased the handset's processing power. The change in processor power won't make a huge difference - it's mainly for activities such as gaming that you'll need it.
Camera
The S4 has a 13 megapixel camera and provides you with much better quality pictures, when compared to the 8 megapixel camera of S3.
Battery
The Samsung's galaxy S4 has a battery of 2600mAh and provides you with much better stand by time when compared to the 2100mAh battered S3. Both the batteries are removable.
Software
Even though the S4 has the upper hand with a lot of entirely new features, with the next update, S3 will also be featuring these new updates. As of now, let us have a brief look at how the S4 slightly has the lead over the S3:
• The ability to disable the lock screen on trusted Wi-Fi networks
• Quick Glance to show you important notifications when you reach for the phone
• An entire grid of toggles available from the swipe down menu
• Air View & Air Gestures
• Quick Glance to show you important notifications when you reach for the phone
• An entire grid of toggles available from the swipe down menu
• Air View & Air Gestures
Summary
To summarize, here are some key features that S4 has, when compared to S3:
• Larger display, with a higher resolution
• More built-in features
• Better camera
• More processing power
• Newer version of MHL (TV out), which requires less cables to set up
• Better battery life
• Slimmer and lighter design
• Better accessory range
• More built-in features
• Better camera
• More processing power
• Newer version of MHL (TV out), which requires less cables to set up
• Better battery life
• Slimmer and lighter design
• Better accessory range
To conclude, does the S4 really replace S3 as the best smartphone ever in the market? It is definitely a tough question to answer. There are only a few additional features in S4, but does it really have the ability to overcome the S3? People who give much preference to camera, fancier features (which is not necessary for daily use), can go for the S4. But otherwise, S3 is still the best ever in the market for its affordable price and note-worthy features.
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