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Samsung Galaxy S3 vs Nexus 4 comparison review

£159 for 8GB

Manufacturer: Google


Galaxy S3 vs Nexus 4

Samsung's Galaxy S3 was one of the most popular smartphones of 2012, but how does it compare to Google's Nexus 4? We’ll look at the differences in our Google LG Nexus 4 vs Samsung Galaxy S3 comparison review.

The Nexus 4 and Galaxy S3 are two of the best Android smartphones around at the moment so fully deserve a PC Advisor comparison review. We'll compare the two handsets in-depth in price and specifications to see how they differ. See also: Group test: what's the best Android phone?

Google Nexus 4 review

Samsung Galaxy S3 review

Google Nexus 4 price in UK and specs

Samsung Galaxy S3 vs Google Nexus 4: Price

Price is one of the biggest differences between the Nexus 4 and Galaxy S3, even though they have a similar set of specifications. The Nexus 4 is by far the cheaper of the two, starting at just £239 for the 8GB model and £279 for the 16GB. Samsung's Galaxy S3 costs around £450 for the 16GB model.


Samsung Galaxy S3 vs Google Nexus 4: Dimensions

The Galaxy S3 and LG Nexus 4 are smartphones with similar dimensions. The Nexus 4 is slightly smaller 69 x 134mm while the S3 is 71 x 137mm. However, the Galaxy S3 is thinner at 8.6mm against 9.1mm.

The Galaxy S3 is also a lighter device at 133g. Only a few grams heavier, the Nexus 4 weighs 139g.

Google Nexus 4

Samsung Galaxy S3 vs Google Nexus 4: Screen

These two phones have almost the same screen size. Google's Nexus 4 has a large 4.7in display while the Galaxy S3 has a minutely larger 4.8in screen. This difference is barely noticeable.

The Galaxy S3 uses Super AMOLED technology while the Nexus 4 uses an IPS display. It's Google's smartphone which has a higher resolution - 768 x 1280 giving a pixel density of 320ppi. Samsung uses a resolution of 720 x 1280 which over a slightly larger screen means the pixel density is lower at 306ppi. Both are high quality displays.

Samsung Galaxy S3 vs Google Nexus 4: Processor and memory



Samsung Galaxy S3

Samsung Galaxy S3 vs Google Nexus 4: Storage


Samsung Galaxy S3 vs Google Nexus 4: Cameras


Samsung Galaxy S3 vs Google Nexus 4: Connectivity


LG Google Nexus 4 with Android 4.2 Jelly Bean

Samsung Galaxy S3 vs Google Nexus 4: Software



Samsung Galaxy S3 vs Google Nexus 4: Battery


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Google Nexus 4 Expert Verdict »
OS: Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon(TM) S4 Pro
SIZE: 133.9 x 68.7 x 9.1 mm
WEIGHT: 139g

The Galaxy S3 and Nexus 4 are very similar smartphones. With almost identical specifications, the big difference is the price. Despite the more limited storage the Nexus 4 is a better deal.

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