Samsung Galaxy A3 (2017)
The Samsung Galaxy A3 (2017) is a budget-focused device, powered by the Exynos 7870 Octa (14 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2017).
2017 · Lower-mid-range · Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size4.7" · 135.4 x 66.2 x 7.9 mm (5.33 x 2.61 x 0.31 in)
ChipsetExynos 7870 Octa (14 nm)
RAM2GB
Storage16GB
Main Camera13 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓4.7" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓Lightweight at 138g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,350 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Entry-level Exynos 7870 Octa (14 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗Only 2GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysMobile gamingHeavy multitaskingMultitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2017, January. Released 2017, January
Also Known As
Versions: A320FL (Europe); A320F (UAE, TUR); A320F/DS (Global Dual-SIM); A320Y/DS (LATAM, IDN, THA); A320Y (NZL, MEX). Also known as Samsung Galaxy A3 (2017) Duos with dual-SIM card slots
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Exynos 7870 Octa (14 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Octa-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A53
OS
Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
RAM
2GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
312 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
Super AMOLED
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
2,350 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2350 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
138g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
135.4 x 66.2 x 7.9 mm (5.33 x 2.61 x 0.31 in)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), glass back (Gorilla Glass 4), aluminum frame
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Colors
Black Sky, Gold Sand, Blue Mist, Peach Cloud
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Samsung Galaxy A3 (2017) does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A3 (2017) has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
The Samsung Galaxy A3 (2017) is rated IP68 — IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A3 (2017) supports microSDXC expandable storage.
The Samsung Galaxy A3 (2017) SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A3 (2017) has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Samsung Galaxy A3 (2017) ships with Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo).
The Samsung Galaxy A3 (2017) uses USB Type-C 2.0.
The Samsung Galaxy A3 (2017) supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
The Samsung Galaxy A3 (2017) has 4.2, A2DP, LE.
