
Overall Score
62.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#1834)62.8
Performance(#4470)60.3
Camera(#950)50.0
Display(#1515)79.5
Battery(#1366)61.5
Build(#5868)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy Note5 (USA)
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy Note5 features a sleek design with dimensions of 153.2 x 76.1 x 7.6 mm and a weight of 171g, making it comfortable to hold.
- Its 5.7-inch Super AMOLED display boasts a resolution of 1440 x 2560 pixels, offering vibrant colors and sharp images at approximately 515 ppi.
- Powered by the Exynos 7420 Octa chipset, it delivers strong performance with an octa-core CPU and 4GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The rear camera is a 16 MP unit with f/1.9 aperture, optical image stabilization, and 4K video recording capabilities, while the 5 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- The 3000mAh battery supports 15W wired and wireless charging, providing decent longevity.
- Running on Android 5.1.1, it is upgradable to 7.0 Nougat, offering a user-friendly experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and NFC, though it lacks 5G support.
- The absence of water resistance is notable, but the available colors include Black Sapphire and White Pearl.
- Overall, the Note5 combines a solid build with impressive display and camera features.
- Special features include wireless charging and a headphone jack, enhancing its usability.
Specifications
General
Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionVersions: N920V (Verizon); N920P (Sprint); N920R (US Cellular)
Display
Size5.7"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution1440 x 2560 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~515 ppi density)
PPI1440
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4
Performance
ChipsetExynos 7420 Octa (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.1 GHz Cortex-A57 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-T760MP8
Memory32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, f/1.9, 28mm (wide), 1/2.6", 1.12µm, AF, OIS
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/1.9, 22mm (wide)
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS
Selfie Video1440p@30fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details15W wired, QC2Wireless
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
Dimensions153.2 x 76.1 x 7.6 mm (6.03 x 3.00 x 0.30 in)
Weight171 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack Sapphire, White Pearl
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE (3CA), EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, EDR, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat)
OS VersionAndroid 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat)
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, heart rate, SpO2
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes