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Samsung Galaxy Note Edge#2402

Released: 2014

Samsung Galaxy Note Edge

Overall Score

49.4

Category Breakdown

Overall(#2402)49.4
Performance(#3658)65.8
Camera(#846)82.4
Display(#1147)84.4
Battery(#4566)24.2
Build(#1502)74.4
Connectivity(#2366)62.7
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The Samsung Galaxy Note Edge features a distinctive design with a glass front, plastic back, and aluminum frame, measuring 151.3 x 82.4 x 8.3 mm and weighing 174g.
  • Its 5.6-inch Super AMOLED display boasts a resolution of 1600 x 2560 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 524 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 chipset, a quad-core 2.7 GHz CPU, and 3GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and app usage.
  • The rear camera offers 16 MP with optical image stabilization and can record 4K video at 30fps, while the front camera is 3.7 MP.
  • The battery capacity is 3000mAh, supporting 15W charging but lacking wireless capabilities.
  • Running on Android 4.4.4, it is upgradable to 6.0 Marshmallow, providing a decent software experience for its time.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
  • The unique edge display allows for quick access to notifications and apps, enhancing usability.
  • Overall, the Galaxy Note Edge combines solid performance with innovative design features.
  • Its camera and display remain standout elements in the smartphone landscape.

Specifications

General

Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionVersions: N915FY (Europe), N915A (AT&T), N915T (T-Mobile), N915K/N915L/N915S (Korea), N915G (Singapore, Australia, Spain), N915D (Japan)

Display

Size5.6"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution1600 x 2560 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~524 ppi density)
PPI1600
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm APQ8084 Snapdragon 805 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 2.7 GHz Krait 450
GPUAdreno 420
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera16 MP, f/2.2, 31mm (standard), 1/2.6", 1.12µm, AF, OIS
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera3.7 MP, f/1.9
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, stereo sound rec.
Selfie Video1440p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, removable
Charging Details15W wired, QC2
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions151.3 x 82.4 x 8.3 mm (5.96 x 3.24 x 0.33 in)
Weight174 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, aluminum frame
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps or Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, EDR, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL 3 TV-out), OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, UV, heart rate, SpO2