Following the advent of smartphone and tablet computing technology, two devices stand out. Till date, Samsung’s Galaxy S3 smartphone and Google’s Nexus 7 tablet remain some of the most popular and has been purchased by millions of users around the world. In spite of their somewhat obvious differences, many still wonder if it is okay to purchase or own both devices at any given time. Considering the popularity of these devices and the apparent confusion among segments of users, this article compares some of their specifications and seeks to help demystify them among confused users. While some might argue that the Galaxy S3 and Nexus 7 are not exactly the same devices, it is fair to note that others may still find them alike. Thus, we shall take a look at some of the most similar specifications of Samsung’s S3 and Nexus 7 as well as some of their differences below.
Similarities
Operating system: Android
Form factor: Candybar
Colours: 16 777 216
Touchscreen: Capacitive, Multi-touch
Features: Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Scratch-resistant glass
Charging connector: microUSB
Email: IMAP, POP3, SMTP, Microsoft Exchange
Differences
Nexus 7 |
Galaxy S3 |
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| Device type | Tablet | Smartphone |
| Physical Size | 7.0 inches | 4.8 inches |
| Technology | IPS LCD | Super AMOLED |
| Battery | Li-Polymer | Li-Ion |
| Stand-by time | 12.5days | 34.6 days |
| Built-in storage | 8GB | 32GB |
| Graphics | ULP GeForce @ 416MHz | ARM Mali-400/MP4 |
| Processor | Quad core, 1200 MHz, ARM Cortex-A9 | Quad core, 1400 MHz, ARM Cortex-A9 |
Considering the brief comparison above, we hope that you will no longer have to wonder whether you should get the Nexus 7 if you already have a Galaxy S3. Depending on your needs and requirements you might actually find both devices useful. Goodluck!