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The international exhibition Mobile World Congress, taking place from February 24 to 27 in Barcelona, ​​is a significant event in the mobile world. As expected, the next flagship of Samsung GALAXY S5 was presented at MWC 2014

Specifications Samsung GALAXY S5

The device will come in 4 colors: black, white, blue, gold - they are shown in the image:

The Samsung GALAXY S5 will have two processor options depending on the region:

• 2.5GHz quad-core Snapdragon 801
• 2.1GHz 8-core Exynos

In Russia, Samsung GALAXY S5 will have a 2.5GHz Snapdragon 801 processor, it is more powerful because in the 8-core, 4 cores are designed for heavy loads, and another 4 for energy saving when using non-resource-intensive applications.
The remaining characteristics will be as follows:

Communications	LTE 4 (150/50Mbps) WiFi: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac HT80, MIMO(2×2), NFC, Bluetooth®: 4.0 BLE / ANT+USB 3.0, IR port
Display	5.1” FHD Super AMOLED 1920 x 1080, 432 ppi
Dimensions	142.0 x 72.5 x 8.1mm, 145g.
OS	Android 4.4.2 (Kitkat)
Memory	RAM: 2GB, 16/32GB internal memory + microSD slot (up to 128GB)
Camera	Main(Rear): 16MP (1/2.6”) Secondary (Front): 2.0MP (1920 x 1080, wide camera)
Sensors	Accelerometer, gyroscope, distance sensor, compass, barometer, LED indicator, gesture control, fingerprint scanner, heart rate sensor
Battery	2800mAh, standby time: 390 hours (LTE) / talk time: 21 hours (WCDMA)

Samsung GALAXY S5 release date

In Russia, the preliminary release date for the Samsung GALAXY S5 smartphone is April 11, 2014. But the appearance of the smartphone on free sale is possible later than the specified date. The fact is that pre-orders for the GALAXY S5 will be opened in the near future, and on April 11, people who pre-ordered will be able to receive their GALAXY S5. But as you yourself understand, a lot will depend on the number of people willing to pre-order. If fewer people order a smartphone than expected, then most likely there will be enough devices for stores.

Pre-order

The pre-order has not started yet, but if you want to participate in the pre-order, you can receive a notification about its start, to do this, fill out the form on the Samsung website

Price

The estimated cost of Samsung GALAXY S5 in the American market is 550-600 US dollars without a contract, and 199 US dollars with a 2-year contract. Therefore, we can assume that the cost of the device in Russia will be 700-800 US dollars.

Information about the make, model, and alternative names of the specific device, if available.

Design

Information about the dimensions and weight of the device, presented in different units of measurement. Materials used, colors offered, certificates.

Width Width information - refers to the horizontal side of the device in its standard orientation during use.	72.5 mm (millimeters) 7.25 cm (centimeters) 0.24 ft (feet) 2.85 in (inches)
Height Height information - refers to the vertical side of the device in its standard orientation during use.	142 mm (millimeters) 14.2 cm (centimeters) 0.47 ft (feet) 5.59 in (inches)
Thickness Information about the thickness of the device in different units of measurement.	8.1 mm (millimeters) 0.81 cm (centimeters) 0.03 ft (feet) 0.32 in (inches)
Weight Information about the weight of the device in different units of measurement.	145 g (grams) 0.32 lbs 5.11 oz (ounces)
Volume The approximate volume of the device, calculated based on the dimensions provided by the manufacturer. Refers to devices with the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped.	83.39 cm³ (cubic centimeters) 5.06 in³ (cubic inches)
Colors Information about the colors in which this device is offered for sale.	Black Blue Golden White
Materials for making the case Materials used to make the device body.	Polycarbonate
Certification Information about the standards to which this device is certified.	IP67

SIM card

The SIM card is used in mobile devices to store data that certifies the authenticity of mobile service subscribers.

Mobile networks

A mobile network is a radio system that allows multiple mobile devices to communicate with each other.

GSM GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) is designed to replace the analogue mobile network (1G). For this reason, GSM is often called a 2G mobile network. It is improved by the addition of GPRS (General Packet Radio Services), and later EDGE (Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution) technologies.	GSM 850 MHz GSM 900 MHz GSM 1800 MHz GSM 1900 MHz
UMTS UMTS is an abbreviation for Universal Mobile Telecommunications System. It is based on the GSM standard and belongs to 3G mobile networks. Developed by 3GPP and its biggest advantage is providing greater speed and spectral efficiency thanks to W-CDMA technology.	UMTS 850 MHz UMTS 900 MHz UMTS 1900 MHz UMTS 2100 MHz
LTE LTE (Long Term Evolution) is defined as a fourth generation (4G) technology. It is developed by 3GPP based on GSM/EDGE and UMTS/HSPA to increase the capacity and speed of wireless mobile networks. The subsequent technology development is called LTE Advanced.	LTE 800 MHz LTE 850 MHz LTE 900 MHz LTE 1800 MHz LTE 2100 MHz LTE 2600 MHz

Mobile communication technologies and data transfer speeds

Communication between devices on mobile networks is carried out using technologies that provide different data transfer rates.

Operating system

An operating system is a system software that manages and coordinates the operation of hardware components in a device.

SoC (System on Chip)

A system on a chip (SoC) includes all the most important hardware components of a mobile device on one chip.

SoC (System on Chip) A system on a chip (SoC) integrates various hardware components, such as a processor, graphics processor, memory, peripherals, interfaces, etc., as well as the software necessary for their operation.	Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 MSM8974AC
Technological process Information about the technological process by which the chip is manufactured. Nanometers measure half the distance between elements in the processor.	28 nm (nanometers)
Processor (CPU) The primary function of a mobile device's processor (CPU) is to interpret and execute instructions contained in software applications.	Krait 400
Processor size The size (in bits) of a processor is determined by the size (in bits) of the registers, address buses, and data buses. 64-bit processors have higher performance compared to 32-bit processors, which in turn are more powerful than 16-bit processors.	32 bit
Instruction Set Architecture Instructions are commands with which the software sets/controls the operation of the processor. Information about the instruction set (ISA) that the processor can execute.	ARMv7
Level 0 cache (L0) Some processors have L0 (level 0) cache, which is faster to access than L1, L2, L3, etc. The advantage of having such memory is not only higher performance, but also reduced power consumption.	4 kB + 4 kB (kilobytes)
Level 1 cache (L1) Cache memory is used by the processor to reduce access time to more frequently used data and instructions. L1 (level 1) cache is small in size and works much faster than both system memory and other cache levels. If the processor does not find the requested data in L1, it continues to look for it in the L2 cache. On some processors, this search is performed simultaneously in L1 and L2.	16 kB + 16 kB (kilobytes)
Level 2 cache (L2) L2 (level 2) cache is slower than L1 cache, but in return it has a higher capacity, allowing it to cache more data. It, like L1, is much faster than system memory (RAM). If the processor does not find the requested data in L2, it continues to look for it in the L3 cache (if available) or in RAM memory.	2048 kB (kilobytes) 2 MB (megabytes)
Number of processor cores The processor core executes software instructions. There are processors with one, two or more cores. Having more cores increases performance by allowing multiple instructions to be executed in parallel.	4
CPU clock speed The clock speed of a processor describes its speed in terms of cycles per second. It is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz).	2500 MHz (megahertz)
Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) The Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) handles calculations for various 2D/3D graphics applications. In mobile devices, it is most often used by games, consumer interfaces, video applications, etc.	Qualcomm Adreno 330
Number of GPU cores Like a CPU, a GPU is made up of several working parts called cores. They handle graphics calculations for various applications.	4
GPU clock speed Running speed is the clock speed of the GPU, measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz).	578 MHz (megahertz)
Amount of random access memory (RAM) Random access memory (RAM) is used by the operating system and all installed applications. Data stored in RAM is lost after the device is turned off or restarted.	2 GB (gigabytes)
Type of random access memory (RAM) Information about the type of random access memory (RAM) used by the device.	LPDDR3
Number of RAM channels Information about the number of RAM channels that are integrated into the SoC. More channels mean higher data rates.	Dual channel
RAM frequency The frequency of RAM determines its operating speed, more specifically, the speed of reading/writing data.	933 MHz (megahertz)

Built-in memory

Each mobile device has built-in (non-removable) memory with a fixed capacity.

Memory cards

Memory cards are used in mobile devices to increase the storage capacity for storing data.

Screen

The screen of a mobile device is characterized by its technology, resolution, pixel density, diagonal length, color depth, etc.

Type/technology One of the main characteristics of the screen is the technology by which it is made and on which the quality of the information image directly depends.	Super AMOLED
Diagonal For mobile devices, screen size is expressed by the length of its diagonal, measured in inches.	5.1 in (inches) 129.54 mm (millimeters) 12.95 cm (centimeters)
Width Approximate screen width	2.5 in (inches) 63.51 mm (millimeters) 6.35 cm (centimeters)
Height Approximate screen height	4.45 in (inches) 112.9 mm (millimeters) 11.29 cm (centimeters)
Aspect Ratio The ratio of the dimensions of the long side of the screen to its short side	1.778:1 16:9
Permission Screen resolution shows the number of pixels vertically and horizontally on the screen. Higher resolution means clearer image detail.	1080 x 1920 pixels
Pixel Density Information about the number of pixels per centimeter or inch of the screen. Higher density allows information to be displayed on the screen with clearer detail.	432 ppi (pixels per inch) 169 ppcm (pixels per centimeter)
Color depth Screen color depth reflects the total number of bits used for color components in one pixel. Information about the maximum number of colors that the screen can display.	24 bit 16777216 flowers
Screen area Approximate percentage of screen area occupied by the screen on the front of the device.	69.87% (percent)
Other characteristics Information about other screen features and characteristics.	Capacitive Multi-touch Scratch resistance
	Corning Gorilla Glass 3

Sensors

Different sensors perform different quantitative measurements and convert physical indicators into signals that a mobile device can recognize.

Main camera

The main camera of a mobile device is usually located on the back of the body and is used for taking photos and videos.

Sensor model	Samsung S5K2P2XX
Sensor type Digital cameras use photo sensors to take photographs. The sensor, as well as optics, are one of the main factors in the quality of the camera in a mobile device.	ISOCELL
Sensor size Information about the dimensions of the photosensor used in the device. Typically, cameras with larger sensors and lower pixel densities offer higher image quality despite the lower resolution.	5.95 x 3.35 mm (millimeters) 0.27 in (inches)
Pixel size The smaller pixel size of the photosensor allows more pixels per unit area, thereby increasing resolution. On the other hand, a smaller pixel size can have a negative impact on image quality at high ISO levels.	1.12 µm (micrometers) 0.00112 mm (millimeters)
Crop factor The crop factor is the ratio between the dimensions of the full-frame sensor (36 x 24 mm, equivalent to a frame of standard 35 mm film) and the dimensions of the device's photosensor. The indicated number represents the ratio of the diagonals of the full-frame sensor (43.3 mm) and the photosensor of a particular device.	6.34
ISO (light sensitivity) ISO indicators determine the level of light sensitivity of the photosensor. A lower value means weaker light sensitivity and vice versa - higher values ​​mean higher light sensitivity, i.e. better ability of the sensor to work in low light conditions.	100 - 2000
Diaphragm	f/2.2
Excerpt Shutter speed (exposure time) refers to the amount of time the camera's shutter is open while taking pictures. The longer it is open, the more light reaches the photosensor. Shutter speed is measured in seconds (eg 5, 2, 1) or fractions of a second (eg 1/2, 1/8, 1/8000).	1/14 - 1/10000
Focal length Focal length is the distance in millimeters from the photosensor to the optical center of the lens. The equivalent focal length is also indicated, providing the same field of view with a full frame camera.	4.89 mm (millimeters) 30.99 mm (millimeters) *(35 mm / full frame)
Flash type The most common types of flashes in mobile device cameras are LED and xenon flashes. LED flashes produce softer light and, unlike brighter xenon flashes, are also used for video shooting.	LED
Image Resolution One of the main characteristics of mobile device cameras is their resolution, which shows the number of horizontal and vertical pixels in the image.	5312 x 2988 pixels 15.87 MP (megapixels)
Video resolution Information about the maximum supported resolution when shooting video with the device.	3840 x 2160 pixels 8.29 MP (megapixels)
Information about the maximum number of frames per second (fps) supported by the device when shooting video at the maximum resolution. Some of the main standard video shooting and playback speeds are 24p, 25p, 30p, 60p.	30fps (frames per second)
Characteristics Information about other software and hardware features related to the main camera and improving its functionality.	Autofocus Continuous shooting Digital zoom Digital image stabilization Geographical tags Panoramic photography HDR shooting Touch Focus Face recognition White Balance Adjustment ISO Setting
	1080p @ 60 fps Phase detection Samsung lens

Additional camera

Additional cameras are usually mounted above the device screen and are used mainly for video conversations, gesture recognition, etc.

Sensor model Information about the manufacturer and model of the photo sensor used in the device's camera.	Samsung S5K8B1
Diaphragm Aperture (f-number) is the size of the aperture opening that controls the amount of light reaching the photosensor. A lower f-number means the aperture opening is larger.	f/2.4
Image Resolution Information about the maximum resolution of the additional camera when shooting. In most cases, the resolution of the secondary camera is lower than that of the main camera.	1920 x 1080 pixels 2.07 MP (megapixels)
Video resolution Information about the maximum supported resolution when shooting video with an additional camera.	1920 x 1080 pixels 2.07 MP (megapixels)
Video - frame rate/frames per second. Information about the maximum number of frames per second (fps) supported by the secondary camera when shooting video at the maximum resolution.	30fps (frames per second)

Audio

Information about the type of speakers and audio technologies supported by the device.

Radio

The radio of the mobile device is a built-in FM receiver.

Location determination

Information about the navigation and location technologies supported by your device.

WiFi

Wi-Fi is a technology that provides wireless communication for transmitting data over close distances between various devices.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth is a standard for secure wireless data transfer between various devices of different types over short distances.

Version There are several versions of Bluetooth, with each subsequent one improving communication speed, coverage, and making devices easier to discover and connect. Information about the Bluetooth version of the device.	4.0
Characteristics Bluetooth uses different profiles and protocols that provide faster data transfer, energy savings, improved device discovery, etc. Some of these profiles and protocols that the device supports are shown here.	A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) AVRCP (Audio/Visual Remote Control Profile) DIP (Device ID Profile) HFP (Hands-Free Profile) HID (Human Interface Profile) HSP (Headset Profile) LE (Low Energy) MAP (Message Access Profile) OPP (Object Push Profile) PAN (Personal Area Networking Profile) PBAP/PAB (Phone Book Access Profile) HOGP

USB

USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an industry standard that allows different electronic devices to exchange data.

HDMI

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a digital audio/video interface that replaces older analog audio/video standards.

Headphone jack

This is an audio connector, also called an audio jack. The most widely used standard in mobile devices is the 3.5mm headphone jack.

Connecting devices

Information about other important connection technologies supported by your device.

Browser

A web browser is a software application for accessing and viewing information on the Internet.

Browser Information about some of the main characteristics and standards supported by the device's browser.

HTML HTML5 CSS 3

Audio file formats/codecs

Mobile devices support different audio file formats and codecs, which respectively store and encode/decode digital audio data.

Video file formats/codecs

Mobile devices support different video file formats and codecs, which respectively store and encode/decode digital video data.

Video file formats/codecs A list of some of the main video file formats and codecs supported by the device as standard.

3GPP (3rd Generation Partnership Project, .3gp) 3GPP2 (3rd Generation Partnership Project 2, .3g2) AVI (Audio Video Interleaved, .avi) DivX (.avi, .divx, .mkv) Flash Video (.flv, .f4v, .f4p, .f4a, .f4b) H.263 H.264 / MPEG-4 Part 10 / AVC video MKV (Matroska Multimedia Container, .mkv .mk3d .mka .mks) MP4 (MPEG-4 Part 14, .mp4, .m4a, .m4p, .m4b, .m4r, .m4v) VC-1 WebM WMV (Windows Media Video, .wmv) WMV7 (Windows Media Video 7, .wmv) WMV8 (Windows Media Video 8, .wmv)

Battery

Mobile device batteries differ from each other in their capacity and technology. They provide the electrical charge necessary for their functioning.

Capacity A battery's capacity indicates the maximum charge it can hold, measured in milliamp-hours.	2800 mAh (milliamp-hours)
Type The type of battery is determined by its structure and, more precisely, the chemicals used. There are different types of batteries, with lithium-ion and lithium-ion polymer batteries being the most commonly used batteries in mobile devices.	Li-Ion (Lithium-ion)
2G talk time 2G talk time is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged during a continuous conversation on a 2G network.	29 h (hours) 1740 min (minutes) 1.2 days
2G latency 2G standby time is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged when the device is in stand-by mode and connected to a 2G network.	480 h (hours) 28800 min (minutes) 20 days
3G talk time 3G talk time is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged during a continuous conversation on a 3G network.	29 h (hours) 1740 min (minutes) 1.2 days
3G latency 3G standby time is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged when the device is in stand-by mode and connected to a 3G network.	480 h (hours) 28800 min (minutes) 20 days
4G talk time 4G talk time is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged during a continuous conversation on a 4G network.	29 h (hours) 1740 min (minutes) 1.2 days
4G latency 4G standby time is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged when the device is in stand-by mode and connected to a 4G network.	480 h (hours) 28800 min (minutes) 20 days
Characteristics Information about some additional characteristics of the device's battery.	Wireless charger Removable
	Wireless charging - market dependent

Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)

The SAR level refers to the amount of electromagnetic radiation absorbed by the human body while using a mobile device.

Head SAR level (EU) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to when holding a mobile device close to the ear in a conversation position. In Europe, the maximum permissible SAR value for mobile devices is limited to 2 W/kg per 10 grams of human tissue. This standard has been established by the CENELEC Committee in accordance with IEC standards, subject to the ICNIRP guidelines of 1998.	0.562 W/kg (Watt per kilogram)
Body SAR level (EU) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation to which the human body is exposed when holding a mobile device at hip level. The maximum permissible SAR value for mobile devices in Europe is 2 W/kg per 10 grams of human tissue. This standard has been established by the CENELEC Committee in compliance with the ICNIRP 1998 guidelines and IEC standards.	0.406 W/kg (Watt per kilogram)
Head SAR level (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to when holding a mobile device near the ear. The maximum value used in the USA is 1.6 W/kg per 1 gram of human tissue. Mobile devices in the US are regulated by the CTIA, and the FCC conducts tests and sets their SAR values.	1.2 W/kg (Watt per kilogram)
Body SAR level (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation to which the human body is exposed when holding a mobile device at hip level. The highest permissible SAR value in the USA is 1.6 W/kg per 1 gram of human tissue. This value is set by the FCC, and the CTIA monitors mobile devices' compliance with this standard.	1.58 W/kg (Watt per kilogram)

The market has not felt any shortage in the mobile device niche for several years now. Every year, manufacturers offer customers various new products. A wide range can be seen in all price categories. However, some users still prefer smartphones that, as they say, are time-tested. This review will describe just such a gadget from the famous Galaxy line. It was released by a world-famous Korean company - Samsung. The price of the Galaxy S5, its technical characteristics and, of course, reviews will be discussed in this article.

The model debuted successfully. In 2014, it was considered one of the best that were presented on the market. The manufacturer tried to implement everything necessary in it to satisfy the requirements of a wide audience of buyers. What came of it? Let's figure it out together.

Positioning

At the time of its release, the Samsung Galaxy S5 model (read reviews below) belonged to the segment of flagship devices. This is fully confirmed by characteristics that are considered relevant to this day. At the start of sales, the price of a smartphone varied around $400, but with the release of new models it gradually began to decrease.

It is worth noting that for those buyers who are not looking to get a new product, this phone is an excellent choice, time-tested. The device has a sufficient level of performance to cope with any tasks. However, let’s not get ahead of ourselves, but let’s take a look at all the characteristics in order.

Equipment

Although this model is not a “state-priced” model, the set of components makes it difficult to classify the smartphone as a flagship. All that is offered to the buyer is a USB cable, documentation and charging. Many users would really like to see a case for the Samsung Galaxy S5 in the box. But alas, it, like the film for the screen, as well as a memory card, will have to be purchased separately. Headphones, unfortunately, are also missing, so we can safely say that the manufacturer saved a lot by abandoning accessories.

Appearance

The first impressions of buyers when examining this smartphone are positive. Even despite the plastic body, a feeling of reliability is created. And this is completely justified, since the manufacturer used high-quality materials. The shape of the phone is closer to a rectangle. The corners are slightly rounded, which undoubtedly makes it attractive. An excellent addition was the chrome frame that runs along the entire perimeter of the case. It looks majestic and highlights the front panel of the phone. The control panel is standard. The mechanical key contains a fingerprint scanner. The company name is displayed above the screen. There is a selfie camera “eye”, a sensor, and an earpiece.

The back panel looks quite impressive. The corrugated coating played a significant role in this. It is worth noting that it is used not only for beauty, but also for practicality. For example, dirt practically does not accumulate on the back panel, so you don’t have to buy a case for the Samsung Galaxy S5. After all, many people have to carry it just to get rid of a stained surface, but with this phone such a need disappears by itself. On the back side, the buyer will be able to see a small speaker hole, which is located at the bottom. At the top in the middle there is a large “window” of the main camera. Below it there is a flash and a sensor that measures the heartbeat.

The back cover is very easy to remove. The battery is hidden under it. For the Samsung Galaxy S5, the developers chose an interesting arrangement of slots into which an external storage device and a SIM card are installed. Upon quick inspection, it may appear that he is alone. But this is not so - the cards are inserted on both sides, so to speak, in a “sandwich” (at the bottom is the drive, and above it is the SIM card).

In addition to all the usual elements, this smartphone has an infrared port, thanks to which the device can easily replace the remote control. A USB 3.0 connector covered with a chrome cap is provided for charging.

Screen

Most buyers pay special attention to the screen capabilities when choosing a smartphone. And, in principle, this is correct. After all, interaction with the gadget occurs through this particular element. Are Samsung Galaxy S5 buyers disappointed with the screen characteristics? If you believe the reviews, then no. An excellent large display with a 5.1-inch diagonal and a resolution of 1920 × 1080 px. The matrix is ​​made in accordance with SuperAMOLED technology, which is undoubtedly an advantage. This company is distinguished by the fact that it equips its products with high-quality screens. S5 was no exception. High pixel density (431 ppi) guarantees a high-quality and clear image in which, even with a magnifying glass, it is impossible to see pixelation. The developers did not forget about protection by installing high-quality Gorilla Glass 3.

The viewing angles and color are simply gorgeous. The picture is displayed richly and juicy. Even in direct sunlight, the information is perfectly readable, and the contrast remains virtually unchanged.

Protection standard

It is worth noting that the characteristics of the Samsung Galaxy S5, even now, fully meet modern requirements. Many buyers were pleased with the fact that the manufacturer used IP67 protection. What does this mean? The device is not afraid of getting wet. According to the international standard, the phone can withstand immersion in water up to a depth of one meter. The maximum time spent in it should not exceed 30 minutes. Users recommend that after immersion in water, be sure to wipe the screen and the places where the connectors are located with a dry soft cloth. Also, owners do not have to worry that if they get caught in heavy rain, their phone will stop working. This is confirmed by numerous reviews of the Samsung Galaxy S5.

Thanks to special protection, this smartphone does not need to be cleaned of dust and other small particles of debris. For example, after falling into the sand, it is enough to simply clean the upper surfaces from contamination.

According to the manufacturer, the camera works perfectly when the device is immersed in water. If desired, the user can take unique pictures of the underwater world, but do not forget about the limitations in depth and time.

Performance

It is not for nothing that the Samsung Galaxy S5 smartphone is equated to flagship devices. Its hardware can easily compete with expensive devices. To ensure high performance, the phone has an excellent Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor. Manufactured using a 28nm process technology. It runs on four computing modules, which are developed based on the Krait 400 architecture. The maximum frequency is 2500 MHz. The only drawback is the number of rows of the system, limited to 32 bits. 64-bit applications are not available for such hardware. The user will experience problems only when installing new software, but otherwise the platform works fine. We can safely say that there is not a single task that the device cannot cope with.

To work with graphic images, the developers installed the Adreno 330 coprocessor. This model is perfect for working with a screen with Full HD resolution. Most games run smoothly, and the user can select high graphics settings.

Memory

The capabilities of the gadget are also characterized by RAM. Productivity will directly depend on its volume. In this model, the developers used two gigabytes. However, it is worth considering that about half is already used by system processes, so in fact, users only have one gigabyte left.

Unfortunately, with the size of the built-in storage, not everything is so rosy in the Samsung Galaxy S5 16Gb. From the name it is already clear that its volume is limited to 16 GB. The pre-installed software takes up about 5 GB, so there are only 11 left for installing applications. Is this enough? Each owner will decide for himself. For those who need additional memory, the option to install an external drive is offered. The device supports flash drives up to 128 GB. There is a separate slot for them.

Platform

This smartphone is controlled by the fourth Android. The original firmware of the Samsung Galaxy S5 has the proprietary TouchWiz interface. The developers did a good job on the shell. They changed the design and made the interface as clear as possible. The updates affected the settings menu and some applications.

With the advent of the fifth version of the operating system, owners of this model are invited to update their gadget. To do this, simply connect to the Internet via Wi-Fi and activate the corresponding menu item.

The phone has a lot of pre-installed software. It includes popular services from Google, social networks, weather, office programs, players and more.

Cameras

The Samsung Galaxy S5 meets the needs of the most advanced users. To verify this, just look at the characteristics of the main camera. The manufacturer did not skimp and installed a 16-megapixel matrix. But this is not the only advantage of optics. It was in this model that the developers implemented a completely new automatic focusing system. To take a high-quality photo, simply point the viewfinder and press the shutter. In any lighting, bright and clear shots can be taken with the Samsung Galaxy S5, reviews confirm this. The menu has many settings that can be adjusted manually. The flash copes well with the assigned tasks. Videos are recorded in high resolution 4K UHD. With this quality, the maximum frame rate is limited to 30. You can increase the speed to 60 fps by changing the resolution to 1080p.

What do owners say about the front camera? Unfortunately, it cannot boast of flagship capabilities. It is based on a sensitive sensor with a resolution of 2 megapixels. From these characteristics it is already clear that dreaming of a high-quality selfie is pointless. The only thing this module is suitable for is video communication.

Battery Specifications

When choosing a phone, battery life is a mandatory criterion. It is provided not only by the battery, but also by the energy efficiency of the hardware platform. First, let's look at what battery the developers chose for the Samsung Galaxy S5? The battery is removable and made using lithium-ion technology. Has a capacity of 2800 mAh. Compared to its predecessor, this model shows better results. To complete the picture, it is necessary to take into account the large high-resolution touch screen and a fairly powerful hardware platform. With all this, the Galaxy S5 is able to work with an average load for about a day.

It is worth paying attention to the energy saving mode. The device features the Ultra Power Saving function, with which you can significantly extend the “life” of your smartphone on a single charge. When activated, the color of the image is turned off, and the multifunctional device turns into a simple “dialer”. In this state, as the manufacturer assures, the phone consumes no more than 10% in 24 hours.

Samsung Galaxy S5: reviews

To assess the real capabilities of a gadget, it is not enough to know only the technical characteristics. In this matter, you must also listen to customer reviews. The comments not only talk about the positive aspects of the smartphone, but also discuss the negative ones in detail. The biggest complaint was the ROM size. Currently, advanced users do not have enough memory of 16 GB in order to fully use the potential of the gadget. And if you consider that not the entire volume will be available, then it’s unlikely that anyone will be able to do without external drives. The plastic body can also be considered a disadvantage, especially if you rely on modern trends. Nowadays, even state-priced phones are produced with an aluminum case, which significantly increases the level of reliability of the device.

In principle, the Samsung Galaxy S5 has no critical flaws. Users, by and large, mostly highlight only the strengths in their reviews. What is the indisputable advantage of this gadget?

• Degree of housing protection. With this model, the manufacturer has implemented the IP67 standard, so you don’t have to worry that the phone will break down if it gets wet.
• User-friendly interface. Of course, it is impossible to call the fourth Android a fresh version, but the number of compatible office and entertainment applications is so large that the user will in no case experience restrictions. The most advanced ones are invited to change the firmware in the Samsung Galaxy S5 to a newer one.
• Resolution of the main camera. The device has a high-quality model, with which it is easy to take excellent pictures. Let us remind you that you can do them even under water.
• Current characteristics of the hardware platform. The equipment allows this model to be competitive even after two years.
• Decent battery life. During the day, the device operates at an average load. And if you activate the Ultra Power Saving mode, the smartphone will use the battery resource very economically, due to which the operating time will increase significantly.

Samsung Galaxy S5 mini and Galaxy S5: main differences

For lovers of small smartphones, the manufacturer has released a smaller copy of the Galaxy S5. The appearance of the phones is practically the same if you do not pay attention to the sizes. The dimensions of the device with the mini attachment are 131 × 65 × 9.1 mm. Let's compare them with the “older” version. As for the height and width, they have decreased compared to the Galaxy S5 by 11 mm and 8 mm, respectively. However, the thickness of the Samsung Galaxy S5 mini, no matter how strange it may sound, has increased by 1 mm. The differences don't stop there. For some reason, the developers significantly underestimated the technical characteristics of the “younger” version. This is not the first time that buyers have observed such a trend. Let's look at the differences in detail.

	Galaxy S5 mini	Galaxy S5
Display Specifications	4.5' (diagonal reduction by 0.6') HD (resolution degraded) 326 ppi (pixel density decreased by 106 ppi)	5.1″ Full HD 432 ppi
Hardware	Snapdragon 400, frequency 1400 MHz, coprocessor - Adreno 305	Snapdragon 801, 2500 MHz, graphics accelerator - Adreno 330
Random access memory (RAM)	1.5 GB	2 GB
Autonomy	2.1 thousand mAh	2.8 thousand mAh
Optics capabilities	8 and 2.1 MP	16 and 2 MP

Conclusion

From the review it is clear that the manufacturer did a good job on the Samsung Galaxy S5. The price of a smartphone with flagship hardware varies from 6,500 to 10,700 rubles. The device perfectly implements all the functions necessary for comfortable work. Surprisingly, even three years after its release, the technical characteristics of this model are still relevant to this day, so the purchase will be completely justified.

The iconic smartphone of last year was the Samsung S5 model SM-G900F. Although this device is very similar in appearance to its predecessor, it has a number of significant differences. It is its capabilities and characteristics that will be discussed further.

Positioning

Initially belonged to the premium class solutions S5 SM-G900F. This is truly a flagship device. Its characteristics and parameters are still relevant today. Although now a more advanced smartphone has appeared (we are talking about the flagship of 2015 - Samsung S6) from this Korean manufacturer, in terms of hardware and software parameters the difference between them is not so significant. Therefore, this gadget can still be attributed specifically to the premium segment. However, its value has dropped significantly over time. This nuance makes its purchase even more justified. Moreover, it will serve you for many more years and will become a faithful assistant in solving various problems, regardless of their level of complexity.

What do we get in the box upon purchase?

Although it is the flagship S5 device, its equipment is very modest. In addition to the battery and smartphone, it includes the following:

• Interface cord.
• Brief user manual (it also contains a warranty card).
• Charger.

The case, protective film and memory card will have to be purchased separately for an additional fee. The same statement applies to the speaker system. It's good if you have good headphones. If we don’t have them, we buy them right away. Moreover, to obtain good sound, they must have the proper quality.

Design

The S4 and S5 models of the SM-G900F have a lot in common. Most of the front panel in the S5 is occupied by a 5.1-inch display, which is protected by impact-resistant Gorilla Eye glass. This device uses its third generation. Under the screen there is a typical control panel, which consists of 2 touch buttons (located on the edges of the device) and one mechanical button (located in the center of the panel). A fingerprint sensor is integrated into the same mechanical button. This innovation is one of the most important differences between the S4 and S5. Above the display are: a front camera, distance, light and gesture sensors, an LED event indicator and a speaker. On the left is the power button, and on the right is the volume control button. On the bottom edge of the smart phone there is a hole for a conversational microphone and a micro-USB format. At the top there is a port for connecting a stereo headset and a microphone for loud conversations. The back cover of the gadget usually houses the main camera, dual backlight and a loud speaker. It should also be noted that the housing protection level of this device is IP67. This allows it to be immersed under water to a depth of 0.5 meters and protects against possible dust penetration inside.

Semiconductor basis

Samsung SM-G900F is built on the basis of one of the best computing platforms for mobile devices - Snapdragon 801, which was developed by the leading manufacturer of AWS chips - Qualcomm. This processor consists of 4 modified computing cores based on the Krait 400 architecture. All of them are manufactured using a 28nm process technology and can be overclocked at peak performance up to 2.5 GHz. Now, a year after the start of sales of this gadget, there are still no devices in the middle segment whose performance level would correspond to the computing capabilities of this chip. The Snapdragon 801 can handle almost any task today without any problems. The only thing it will definitely have problems with is new 64-bit applications. All of its main registers can only process 32 bits per clock cycle. Hence the possible problems with the new software. But so far there are not so many such applications, and the transition process itself is not that fast.

Screen

The S5 SM-G900F boasts one of the best displays in its niche. Its diagonal is an impressive 5.1 inches even by today's standards. It is manufactured using the technology typical for this manufacturer - “SuperAMOLED”. Its resolution is 1920x1080. The image on it is displayed in Full HD format. The screen is protected, as noted earlier, by special third-generation “Gorilla Eye” impact-resistant glass. The image quality on this screen is not satisfactory. Individual pixels on it are almost impossible to distinguish with the ordinary eye without special devices.

Graphics accelerator

The developers did not forget to equip the SM-G900F graphics accelerator. Galaxy devices are not always equipped with this component. This device has Adreno 330 installed. This video card is even now one of the top ones. If we add to this the relatively small display resolution of 1920x1080, then in general there are no problems with processing graphic information. This is quite enough to solve the most resource-intensive tasks today. The only problem may be processing new programs that are optimized to run 64-bit applications. They were already developed for new hardware and definitely will not work on this graphics accelerator. So far there is very little such software, and the process itself, as already mentioned, is quite slow.

Cameras

It won't be difficult to save the brightest moments of your life on digital media using the main camera in the SM-G900F. It is based on a 16 megapixel sensor. There are many modes of its operation at the software level. All this allows you to get fairly high-quality images in almost any situation. There is also an autofocus system and, of course, dual LED illumination. This camera is also great when it comes to recording videos. It can record video in 2160p format with a refresh rate of 30 images per second. It is also possible to record in 1080p format, but in this case the number of images will double and reach 60 frames per second. The sensor of the front camera is more modest - 2 megapixels. This will be quite enough to make video calls. But the “selfies” obtained with its help will be of average quality.

Memory

The capacity of the integrated storage is identical for all Samsung SM-G900F devices - 16Gb. At the same time, part of it is occupied by pre-installed software, and about 11.5 GB are allocated for user needs. If used wisely, this should be enough for comfortable work on this device and there will be no shortage of free space. If the 16Gb built into the Samsung Galaxy SM-G900F is not enough for you, you can increase the amount of memory using an external flash card. This device has the necessary slot and the maximum capacity of the external drive in this case can reach 128 GB. The RAM in this gadget is 2 GB. Of this, about half (that is, 1 GB) is used immediately by system processes. The rest of the RAM is allocated to the user to run his applications.

Gadget battery and autonomy

The undeniable advantage of the Samsung SM - G900 F is its autonomy. The device is equipped with a removable 2800 mAh battery. We add to this a screen with a diagonal of 5.1 inches and a resolution of 1920x1080, as well as a productive, but no less energy-efficient processor, and we get 2-3 days of battery life at an average load level. If you watch a video in Full HD format or play a demanding toy, the indicated value will be reduced to 12 hours. You can, of course, use this device to a minimum, and in this case you can count on 4 days of battery life. But at the same time, the smartphone will turn into a regular “dialer” and will only be able to make calls and send and receive short text messages.

Data exchange

The S5 SM-G900F boasts a complete list of interfaces necessary for comfortable work. Everything is here.

• The presence of two built-in Wi-Fi transmitters allows you to count on 300 Mbit/s if you have an appropriate router. Built-in support for the latest version of Wi-Fi - “ac”. The developers also did not forget about its rather old modification - “a”, which is still found on various types of devices. As a result, downloading large amounts of information to this smartphone using this wireless interface should definitely not be a problem.
• This smartphone can function in almost all modern mobile networks. There is support for GSM (their speed is limited to 500 kbps), HSDPA (in such 3G networks the speed can theoretically reach 42 Mbps) and LTE (in this case the speed will be higher and can reach 150 Mbps) .
• The gadget also has Bluetooth. This transmitter allows you to output an audio signal to the system. You can also use it to exchange small photos or videos with similar smartphones. In some cases, synchronization with a PC is also possible using Bluetooth.
• Using the infrared port installed in this smartphone and special software, you can easily turn it into a remote control for a music center, DVD player or TV.
• This gadget supports two navigation systems at once: domestic GLONASS and international GPS. With their help, this “smart” phone can easily turn into a full-fledged navigator.
• Another important wireless interface is NFC. Its presence allows you to transmit and receive large amounts of information from similar devices in a matter of minutes.
• There are only two wired methods of transmitting information in this device: 3.5 mm audio jack and microUSB.

Software

Initially, the Samsung Galaxy SM-G900F operates under an operating system such as Android version 4.4. Since March of this year, an update to version 5.0 is available. Therefore, when you first connect to the World Wide Web, you can update the system software. On top of the operating system is installed a typical shell for this line of devices - TouchWiz UI. It is with the help of the latest software component that the user can optimize the interface of this gadget to suit his needs in a matter of minutes. Otherwise, the set of pre-installed software is standard: social clients, a set of mini-applications from Google and the usual set of programs built directly into the operating system itself.

The price of a smart phone today

The price of the Samsung S5 SM-G900F starts in dollars for the black version. The rest of its modifications - in white, gold and blue cases - cost approximately the same at the moment: from $430. For comparison, we can cite last year's flagship from Sony - Xperia Z3. With fairly similar technical parameters, it will cost much more - $460. Accordingly, the starting price of $400 makes the purchase of this device truly justified. At the same time, you get a truly high-quality and functional device.

Owners about the smartphone

Be that as it may, the main disadvantage, according to the majority of owners of the Galaxy S5 SM-G900F, is the 16Gb of built-in storage, of which the user can count on only 11.5 GB. This issue can be easily and simply resolved by installing an external flash card. It is, of course, not included in the package and will have to be purchased separately. Otherwise, this gadget boasts an impressive list of advantages:

• Housing protected from moisture and dust.
• Excellent and flawless main camera.
• Very productive hardware platform.
• A good degree of autonomy of the device.
• An impressive set of supported interfaces.

Results

The SM-G900F boasts an ideal combination of price and quality. It has everything for convenient and comfortable work, and its characteristics will be relevant for many years to come. All this makes its purchase even now, a year after the start of sales, completely justified.

General characteristics

Type

Deciding on the type of device (phone or smartphone?) is quite simple. If you need a simple and inexpensive device for calls and SMS, it is recommended to choose a telephone. A smartphone is more expensive, but it offers a wide variety of options: games, videos, the Internet, thousands of programs for all occasions. However, its battery life is significantly less than that of a regular phone.

smartphone Operating system (at the beginning of sales) Android 6.0 Case type classic Design waterproof Control mechanical/touch buttons Number of SIM cards 1 SIM card type

Modern smartphones can use not only regular SIM cards, but also their more compact versions micro SIM and nano SIM. An eSIM is a SIM card integrated into the phone. It takes up virtually no space and does not require a separate tray for installation. eSIM is not yet supported in Russia. Glossary of terms for the category Mobile phones

micro SIM Weight 145 g Dimensions (WxHxD) 72.5x142x8.1 mm

Screen

Screen type color AMOLED, touch Touch screen type multi-touch, capacitive Diagonal 5.1 inches. Image Size 1920x1080 Pixels per inch (PPI) 432 Aspect Ratio 16:9 Automatic screen rotation There is

Multimedia capabilities

Number of main (rear) cameras 1 Main (rear) camera resolution 16 MP Photoflash rear, LED Functions of the main (rear) camera autofocus Face and smile detection Recording videos There is Max. video resolution 3840x2160 Geo Tagging yes Front-camera yes, 2 MP Audio MP3, AAC, WAV, WMA Headphone jack 3.5mm MHL Video Output

Connection

Standard GSM 900/1800/1900, 3G, 4G LTE, LTE-A Cat. 4, VoLTE LTE bands support model SM-G900F - band 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20; model SM-G900K - band 17, 3, 7, 8; model SM-G900I - band 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 40, 28; model SM-G900S - band 1, 5, 3, 7 Interfaces

Almost all modern smartphones have Wi-Fi and USB interfaces. Bluetooth and IRDA are a little less common. Wi-Fi is used to connect to the Internet. USB is used to connect your phone to a computer. Bluetooth is also found in many phones. It is used to connect wireless headphones, to connect your phone to wireless speakers, and also to transfer files. A smartphone equipped with an IRDA interface can be used as a universal remote control. Glossary of terms for the category Mobile phones

Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.0, IRDA, USB, ANT+, NFC Satellite navigation

Built-in GPS and GLONASS modules allow you to determine the phone's coordinates using signals from satellites. In the absence of GPS, a modern smartphone can determine its own location using signals from cellular operator base stations. However, finding coordinates using satellite signals is usually much more accurate. Glossary of terms for the category Mobile phones

GPS/GLONASS A-GPS system yes

Memory and processor

CPU

Modern phones and smartphones usually use special processors - SoC (System on Chip, system on a chip), which, in addition to the processor itself, houses the graphics core, memory controller, input/output device controller, etc. Therefore, the processor largely determines the set of functions and device performance. Glossary of terms for the category Mobile phones

2500 MHz Number of processor cores 4 Video processor Adreno 330 Built-in memory capacity 16 GB RAM capacity 2 GB Memory card slot Yes, up to 128 GB

Additional Information Roskachestvo assessment 4.443 Peculiarities degree of protection IP67; heart rate sensor; Ultra Power Saving Mode, Kids Mode, MIMO(2x2) technology support Announcement date 2014-02-24 Sales start date 2014-04-11

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