Samsung overtook Apple as the world's top-selling smartphone maker last year |
The company said it expects an operating profit 5.8tn won ($5.1bn; £3.2bn) for the period.
The success of Samsung's Galaxy range has seen it become the world's biggest-selling smartphone maker.
Analysts said the firm had benefited from keeping its margins healthy, despite growing competition.
"There was a big surprise in profit, while revenue was in line, which suggests a stronger-than-expected profit margin from the handset division thanks to robust sales of high-end models like the Galaxy S and Note," said Choi D-Yeon of LIG Investment & Securities.
"Handset margins are estimated to have topped 20% and profits from the division also topped 4tn won."
The company will release its full earnings report on 27 April.(bbc.co.uk)
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