Cherry Mobile Flare S3 Octa-Core Specs now official: 5-inch HD display with better performance at Php 4,499


After giving the original Flare S3 a full run, Cherry Mobile now announced a revved-up version of its massively popular device - the Flare S3 Octa-Core. The device breathes the same air as the four-cored handset; however, it clinches more power and performance compared to its younger counterpart.


What's the difference between Flare S3 and Flare S3 Octa-Core?

We will start with the obvious reason, the number of cores. The latter packs the MediaTek MTK6592m which is comprised of eight cores of ARM Cortex A7 CPU running at 1.4-gigahertz and a Mali-450 MP4 graphics. The original Flare S3, on the other hand, churns with a MediaTek MT6582 which has a quad-core 1.3-gigahertz ARM Cortex A7 CPU and Mali-400 MP2 graphics.


Another point is the bump in the display resolution. Now, the Flare S3 Octa-Core boasts an HD 1280 x 720p display with 294 ppi pixel density. It's a step higher than the quarter HD (qHD) 960 x 540p of the previously released handset.

Other specs

The remainder of the features are similar to the base unit: 5-inch display, 13MP/5MP camera (rear and front), 1GB of RAM, 3G HSPA+ connectivity, 8GB internal memory, 1800 mAh battery and Android 4.4 KitKat. Other reports also suggest that the new variant has a USD OTG function.

Cherry Mobile Flare S3 Octa-Core Promo

The handset will be available at Php 4,499 for a "one day sale" at February 28 in selected Cherry kiosks nationwide. Visit the following stores on the said date for a chance to grab a FREE 2,600 mAh powerbank (first 200 buyers only):

SM City North EDSA
SM Megamall
SM Southmall
SM City Calamba
SM City Dasmarinas
Robinsons Place Manila
Market! Market!
Ayala Center Cebu
Ayala Centrio CDO
GMall Davao

Cherry Mobile Flare S3 Octa-Core Specs

GSM frequency band GSM 850/900/1800/1900MHz
WCDMA 2100MHz
SIM Dual SIM (Regular and Micro)
Display 5-inch HD (1280x720p, 294ppi)
IPS OGS
Scratch resistant glass
Chipset MediaTek MT6592m
CPU 1.4GHz octa-core processor
GPU ARM Mali-450MP
Memory 8GB ROM, 1GB RAM
MicroSD support Yes, up to 64GB
Main camera 13MP Autofocus, BSI, LED flash
Secondary camera 5MP
Connectivity 3G HSPA+, 2G EDGE, GPRS Networks
WiFi and WiFi Hotspot
Bluetooth v3.0
GPS with A-GPS
NFC None
Miracast Yes
USB-OTG Yes
FM Radio Yes
3.5mm Audio Jack Yes
Sensors Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensor
Operating system Android 4.4 (KitKat)
Battery 1800mAh
Suggested Retail Price Php4,499



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