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Samsung Galaxy S7 edge (USA)#1075

Released: 2016

Samsung Galaxy S7 edge (USA)

Overall Score

63.4

Category Breakdown

Overall(#1075)63.4
Performance(#3521)67.2
Camera(#513)94.7
Display(#1160)84.3
Battery(#428)87.4
Build(#181)93.2
Connectivity(#2006)65.8
Audio(#1963)8.9

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
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

Capacity3600 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3600 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details15W wired, QC2Wireless
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

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
ColorsBlack Onyx, Silver Titanium, Gold Platinum, Coral Blue
Foldable
SAR0.64 W/kg (head)     1.59 W/kg (body)

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

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), TouchWiz UI
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, heart rate, SpO2