Description
Samsung Galaxy S III GT-I9300 Quad-core, Factory Refurbished, GSM, lock state not stated
Listed as Samsung Galaxy S3 I9300 RB Quad-core, this is the international GT-I9300 Galaxy S III, factory refurbished: units reconditioned to close-to-new working order and then tested and graded by TG before they ship. No color or storage figure is stated, so the lot is quoted as mixed; it suits exporters filling 3G Android orders by quantity rather than by finish.
The Galaxy S III GT-I9300 is Samsung's 2012 international flagship: a 4.8-inch HD Super AMOLED screen, a 1.4 GHz quad-core Exynos 4412 processor, 1 GB of RAM, an 8 MP camera, and a removable 2,100 mAh battery under a pebble-shaped polycarbonate shell. It was the phone that put Samsung level with Apple in unit sales, so the model number is still searched by name. It is a 3G phone with no LTE, which rules it out for US activations. Dealers take the I9300 from TG Wireless for export to GSM markets where 3G is live, for collector and prop accounts that want the original quad-core Galaxy, and for repair benches that stock complete donor units.
Key specifications
| Model | Samsung Galaxy S III GT-I9300, international quad-core version |
|---|---|
| Network status | GSM, lock state not stated |
| Released | 2012 |
| Operating system | Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich as shipped, updatable to Android 4.3 |
| Display | 4.8-inch HD Super AMOLED, 1280 x 720 pixels |
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 4412, quad-core 1.4 GHz |
| Memory | 1 GB RAM, microSD slot up to 64 GB |
| Rear camera | 8 MP with LED flash, 1080p video |
| Front camera | 1.9 MP |
| Battery | 2,100 mAh, removable |
| Connectivity | 3G HSPA+, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, NFC, micro-USB |
Condition: Factory Refurbished
Factory refurbished units have been reconditioned to close-to-new working order. They are not brand new and may show light signs of handling. TG tests and grades each unit before it ships. Tell your account manager whether you need units with the original box and accessories or handset-only packs; the mix varies by lot.
Network and compatibility
The GT-I9300 is a GSM and 3G UMTS phone without LTE or VoLTE. The US carriers retired 3G in 2022 and T-Mobile switched off 2G GSM on August 3, 2026, so this model gets no voice or data service on a US network today. Lock state is per listing; see the network status line in the table. Realistic uses are export to regions where GSM and UMTS service is still live, Wi-Fi use for apps and media, collector and prop sales, and parts or display units.
Resale fit
- Exporters supplying GSM and 3G markets where a quad-core Galaxy still sells as a working phone.
- Collector shops and film or TV prop houses that want the 2012 Galaxy S III in original form.
- Repair shops stocking tested donor units for screens, boards, and batteries.
- Wi-Fi only deployments such as kiosks, music players, and test devices.
Ordering from TG Wireless
TG Wireless sells to the trade. Pricing is shown to approved dealer accounts, and your account manager confirms availability, quantities, and grade mix before invoicing. Orders typically ship within 24 hours of order placement by FedEx, UPS, or DHL, within the United States and internationally. TG Wireless's 12-month warranty applies, with coverage and RMA handling per your order documentation. Resellers with a valid resale certificate are not charged sales tax. The FAQ covers account setup and shipping questions.
