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Samsung Galaxy Note 3
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Samsung Galaxy Note 3

Released: 2013, September 04. Released 2013, SeptemberPrice: About 420 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.3 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0 (Lollipop)
CPUQuad-core 2.3 GHz Krait 400 - N9005, N9002, Octa-core (4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A15 & 4x1.3 GHz Cortex-A7) - N9000
GPUAdreno 330 - N9005, N9002, Mali-T628 MP6 - N9000
NFCYes
SIMMicro-SIM
USBmicroUSB 3.0 (MHL 2 TV-out), OTG
Size5.7 inches, 89.6 cm, 2, (~74.8% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeSuper AMOLED
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
BrandSamsung
BuildGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
ModelSamsung Galaxy Note 3
PriceAbout 420 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
CameraPhoto, /, Video
ColorsBlack, White, Pink, Merlot Red, Rose Gold Black, Rose Gold White
ModelsSM-N900, SM-N9002, SM-N9005, SM-N9007, SM-N9008, SM-N9008S, SM-N9008V, SM-N9009, SM-N9009V, SM-N900A, SM-N900K, SM-N900L, SM-N900P, SM-N900R4, SM-N900S, SM-N900T, SM-N900U, SM-N900V, SM-N900W8, SM-N900X, SM-N9000Q, SM-N9006, SM-9005
SAR EU0.29 W/kg (head) 0.36 W/kg (body)
Single2 MP, f/2.4, 27mm (wide)
StatusDiscontinued
Weight168 g (5.93 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 800 (28 nm) - N9005, N9002, Exynos 5420 Octa (28 nm) - N9000
DisplayContrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) / 3.997:1 (sunlight)
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, temperature, humidity, gesture
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - all models
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - N9005, N9002, N9006
4G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20 - N9005
FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Internal16GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM
Released2013, September 04. Released 2013, September
Stand-byUp to 420 h (3G)
Announced2013, September 04. Released 2013, September
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 21 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions151.2 x 79.2 x 8.3 mm (5.95 x 3.12 x 0.33 in)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~386 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Loudspeaker-31.7 LUFS (Below average)
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio qualityNoise -96.5dB / Crosstalk -96.3dB
Battery (old)Endurance rating 75h
Infrared portYes

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Overview

About Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Samsung Galaxy Note 3 is a discontinued device from Samsung's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2013. Samsung Galaxy Note 3 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM with Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 (28 nm) - N9005, N9002, Exynos 5420 Octa (28 nm) - N9000 , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Samsung Galaxy Note 3?

The Samsung Galaxy Note 3 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Samsung Galaxy Note 3 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Samsung devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Samsung Galaxy Note 3 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Samsung Galaxy Note 3 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Samsung Galaxy Note 3.