Overall Score
62.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#1908)62.5
Performance(#6374)56.5
Camera(#1047)49.9
Display(#1850)79.5
Battery(#1416)61.5
Build(#769)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy Note7 (USA)
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy Note7 features a sleek design with Gorilla Glass 5 on both the front and back, complemented by an aluminum frame, measuring 153.5 x 73.9 x 7.9 mm and weighing 169g.
- Its 5.7-inch Super AMOLED display supports HDR10, offering a resolution of 1440 x 2560 pixels and a pixel density of approximately 515 ppi, ensuring vibrant visuals.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 chipset, it includes a quad-core CPU and Adreno 530 GPU, delivering robust performance with 4GB of RAM.
- The rear camera boasts a 12 MP sensor with f/1.7 aperture, dual pixel PDAF, and OIS, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- The 3500mAh battery supports 15W wired and wireless charging, providing decent longevity.
- Running on Android 6.0.1 with TouchWiz UI, the software experience is user-friendly, though slightly dated.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, and USB Type-C 3.1.
- The device is available in Blue Coral, Silver Titanium, and Black Onyx colors.
- Notably, it lacks a stereo speaker setup but retains a headphone jack.
- Overall, the Galaxy Note7 combines premium materials, a high-quality display, and solid performance.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionVersions: N930V (Verizon); N930A (AT&T); N930P (Sprint); N930T (T-Mobile), N930R4 (US Cellular); N930W8 (North America)Available in China with 128 GB storage and 6 GB RAM
Display
Size5.7"
TypeSuper AMOLED, HDR10
Resolution1440 x 2560 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~515 ppi density)
PPI1440
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm)
CPUQuad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
GPUAdreno 530
Memory64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP
Main Camera Details12 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@240fps, stereo sound rec., HDR, gyro-EIS
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3500 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details15W wired, QC2Wireless
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
Dimensions153.5 x 73.9 x 7.9 mm (6.04 x 2.91 x 0.31 in)
Weight169 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlue Coral, Silver Titanium, Black Onyx
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, EDR, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.1
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), TouchWiz UI
OS VersionAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), TouchWiz UI
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsIris scanner, fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, heart rate, SpO2
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes