Sharp Aquos S3 mini
The Sharp Aquos S3 mini is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm SDM630 Snapdragon 630 (14 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2018).
2018 · Lower-mid-range · Android 7.1.1 (Nougat)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Sharp 420 PPI screen
✓5.5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 140g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 3,020 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Entry-level Qualcomm SDM630 Snapdragon 630 (14 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysMobile gamingHeavy multitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SDM630 Snapdragon 630 (14 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core 2.2 GHz Cortex-A53
RAM
6GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
420 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
IGZO IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
16 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
3,020 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 3020 mAh, non-removable
Weight
140g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
142.7 x 73 x 7.8 mm (5.62 x 2.87 x 0.31 in)
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
