Samsung GALAXY S Ⅲ mini (SM-G730W8) is a samsung device (codename: sm-g730w8). FirmwareMirror hosts 1 verified firmware builds, covering: FMC. Available as official firmware. Last updated: 2026. All files MD5-verified. Free, no registration.
Find and download official Stock ROM for Samsung GALAXY S Ⅲ mini (SM-G730W8) (sm-g730w8). All firmware files include MD5 hash verification and are available for direct download.
| Version | Method | Size | Release Date | MD5 Hash | Download |
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| G730W8VLUBNF3/G730W8OYABNF3/G730W8VLUBNF3 | Odin | 165.29 MB | N/A |
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Also known as Samsung I8190 Galaxy S3 mini, Samsung Galaxy S III more
Available as Samsung I8190N Galaxy S III mini with NFC
| Network | Technology | GSM / HSPA |
|---|---|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 900 / 1900 / 2100 | |
| Speed | HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps |
| Launch | Announced | 2012, October. Released 2012, November |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Discontinued |
| Body | Dimensions | 121.6 x 63 x 9.9 mm (4.79 x 2.48 x 0.39 in) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 111.5 g (3.92 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Display | Type | Super AMOLED |
|---|---|---|
| Size | 4.0 inches, 45.5 cm2 (~59.4% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density) |
| Platform | OS | Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | NovaThor U8420 | |
| CPU | 1.0 GHz dual-core Cortex-A9 | |
| GPU | Mali-400 |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
|---|---|---|
| Internal | 8GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 1GB RAM |
| Main Camera | Single | 5 MP, f/2.6, AF |
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| Features | LED flash, panorama | |
| Video | 720p@30fps |
| Selfie camera | Single | VGA |
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| Video |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE, aptX | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | |
| NFC | Yes (Market dependent) | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Features | Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
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| Battery | Type | Li-Ion 1500 mAh, removable |
|---|---|---|
| Stand-by | Up to 450 h (2G) / Up to 430 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 14 h 10 min (2G) / Up to 7 h 10 min (3G) |
| Misc | Colors | White, Blue, Titan Gray, Amber Brown, Garnet Red, Onyx Black |
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| Models | GT-I8190, GT-I8190N, GT-I8190L, SM-G730A, SM-G730W8 | |
| SAR | 1.03 W/kg (head) 1.28 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.52 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 130 EUR |
| Our Tests | Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) / 2.422:1 (sunlight) |
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| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 66dB / Noise 63dB / Ring 76dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -82.1dB / Crosstalk -80.7dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 42h | |
A: Yes — official firmware from the manufacturer is generally safe when you match your device's exact model number and region. Flashing the wrong region or modified firmware can cause issues.
A: Samsung GALAXY S Ⅲ mini (SM-G730W8) firmware is flashed using Odin. See the step-by-step guide above for the full procedure.
A: Some devices allow downgrading, others have anti-rollback protection that blocks it. Check the version-specific notes on each ROM page, or your model's community forum, before attempting a downgrade.
A: First, verify the firmware matches your exact model code (e.g. SM-S938B for Samsung, or the CPH-number for OPPO). Reinstall the manufacturer's USB drivers, use a rear USB 2.0 port directly on your PC, and retry. The troubleshooting box above the FAQ covers the most common failure modes.
