Overall Score
63.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#1768)63.0
Performance(#11002)54.3
Camera(#1049)49.9
Display(#1881)79.5
Battery(#545)69.0
Build(#798)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy S7 edge (USA)
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy S7 edge features a sleek design with a glass front and back, reinforced by Gorilla Glass 4, and an aluminum frame, making it both stylish and durable.
- Its 5.5-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1440 x 2560 pixels, delivering vibrant colors and sharp images at approximately 534 ppi.
- Performance is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 chipset, with a quad-core CPU and Adreno 530 GPU, ensuring smooth multitasking and gaming experiences.
- The rear camera boasts a 12 MP sensor with f/1.7 aperture, dual pixel PDAF, and OIS, capable of capturing high-quality photos and 4K video.
- The front-facing 5 MP camera provides decent selfies for social media.
- Battery life is supported by a 3600 mAh capacity, with 15W wired and wireless charging options available.
- Running on Android 6.0 with TouchWiz UI, it is upgradable to Android 8.0, offering a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, and microUSB 2.0.
- The device is also water-resistant, enhancing its durability.
- Available in multiple colors, the S7 edge combines functionality with an appealing aesthetic.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionVersions: G935A (AT&T); G935P (Sprint); G935V (Verizon); G935T (T-Mobile); G935R (US Cellular)
Display
Size5.5"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution1440 x 2560 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~534 ppi density)
PPI1440
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
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
Main Camera Details12 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/1.7, 22mm (wide), 1/4.1", 1.34µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 1080p@60fps, 720p@240fps, HDR, stereo sound rec., OIS
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3600 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3600 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details15W wired, QC2Wireless
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
Dimensions150.9 x 72.6 x 7.7 mm (5.94 x 2.86 x 0.30 in)
Weight157 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 4), glass back (Gorilla Glass 4), aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack Onyx, Silver Titanium, Gold Platinum, Coral Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat9 450/50 Mbps, 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, LE, aptX
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), TouchWiz UI
OS VersionAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), TouchWiz UI
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, heart rate, SpO2
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes