Overall Score
63.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#1103)63.2
Performance(#3521)67.2
Camera(#513)94.7
Display(#1160)84.3
Battery(#382)88.7
Build(#266)90.8
Connectivity(#2466)62.2
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy S7 active
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy S7 Active features a rugged design with dimensions of 148.8 x 74.9 x 9.9 mm and a weight of 184.8g, utilizing Gorilla Glass 4 on the front and an aluminum frame for durability.
- Its 5.1-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1440 x 2560 pixels, providing sharp visuals with a pixel density of approximately 576 ppi.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 chipset and a quad-core CPU, it delivers efficient performance alongside 4GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage.
- The rear camera boasts a 12 MP sensor with f/1.7 aperture, dual pixel PDAF, and optical image stabilization, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- A 5 MP front camera is available for selfies.
- The 4000 mAh battery supports 15W wired and wireless charging, ensuring extended usage.
- Running on Android 6.0 with an upgrade option to 7.0, it features the TouchWiz UI for user interface customization.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, and microUSB 2.0.
- Special features include water resistance and a variety of color options such as Camo Green and Titanium Gray.
- Overall, the Galaxy S7 Active combines robust build quality with solid performance and camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.1"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution1440 x 2560 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~576 ppi density)
PPI1440
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm)
CPUQuad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
GPUAdreno 530
Memory32GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, auto-HDR, panorama
Front Camera5 MP, f/1.7, 22mm (wide), 1/4.1", 1.34µm
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 1080p@60fps, 720p@240fps, HDR, stereo sound rec., OIS
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details15W wired, QC2Wireless (Qi) (market dependent)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Safety
Dimensions148.8 x 74.9 x 9.9 mm (5.86 x 2.95 x 0.39 in)
Weight184.8 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 4), plastic back, aluminum frame
ColorsCamo Green, Titanium Gray, Sandy Gold
Foldable✗
SAR0.92 W/kg (head) 0.75 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat9 450/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), TouchWiz UI
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, heart rate, SpO2