Despite the rise of other flagship phones, users still keep an eye on the rivalry between the brainchildren of two mobile giants Samsung Galaxy S5 and Apple iPhone 6. With all the reviews from users across the globe, which device is truly worth the purchase? Here's a brief comparison of their specs and features to help you find out:
Design
If we're going to judge these mobile phones based on their appeal, iPhone 6 has a higher probability of taking the crown as it presents the sleek Apple aesthetic we've known for years: the perfect combination of aluminum and glass. However, its chassis doesn't really imply anything about the durability of the phone, as compared to the simple yet sturdy design of Samsung Galaxy S5.
S5 merely pulls off a soft touch plastic and hard plastic edges painted to resemble a metal, but its IP67 certified design makes it dust proof and water-resistant. You may dip it in 1m of water for 30 minutes and it will still work perfectly.
Samsung Galaxy S5 is 8.1mm thick while Apple iPhone 6 comes in at 6.9mm. Meaning to say, ergonomically, the iPhone 6 beats the Galaxy S5. However, another aspect that we should consider is the removable dimpled rear of S5 versus the aluminum back of iPhone 6. Without Apple's leather case, Samsung provides better grip for more users.
Display
If we're going to compare their displays based on figures alone, one might easily say that Samsung Galaxy S5 is way better (1080 x 1920 pixels with 432 ppi) than the Apple iPhone 6(750 x 1334 pixels with 432 ppi). However, one thing that we should always consider is the difference of the technology used on their screens.
iPhone 6 uses IPS LCD that offers better color accuracy than the AMOLED display of Galaxy S5. AMOLED displays have the tendency to make colors appear too vibrant or over saturated. However, because of this propensity too, dark scenes in videos or movies may appear better on phones with AMOLED technology. In contrast to what the figures overstate, Samsung Galaxy S5's display is only a notch higher the iPhone 6.
Hardware/ Performance
When it comes hardware, Samsung Galaxy S5 has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 quad-core processor clocked at 2.5GHz, with 2GB of RAM and an updated Adreno 330 GPU, while the Apple iPhone 6 proves that it offers 20% faster performance than its predecessor with its A8 dual-core processor, clocked at 1.4GHz, with 1GB RAM and GPU PowerVR GX6450.
With such competitive specs, both phones scored the same on Geekbench3 when it comes to CPU performance, garnering about 2800 points. However, 3D Mark's Ice Storm test show that the iPhone 6 is better when it comes to graphics, meaning it can deliver better gaming experience than the Galaxy S5. Indeed there's a close fight between these two when it comes to speed, responsiveness, and performance.
Software/OS
This is the part where it all boils down to the user's preference. Apple iPhone 6 boasts its latest iOS 8.1 software while Samsung Galaxy S5 runs on Android 4.4.2 KitKat, which is not really an updated version of the Android platform. One commendable feature of the TouchWiz is the multiwindow option that allows users to multitask and open different apps on the same screen, making S5 more ideal for enterprise users. iOS on the other hand, has lived up to its user-friendly apps and features making it perfect for personal use.
Camera
Samsung Galaxy S5 pulls off a 16MP rear facing camera and 2.1 MP front camera while Apple iPhone 6 has it at 8MP rear shooter and 1.2 MP front camera. Take a look at this image comparison from Trusted Reviews:
Battery
Samsung Galaxy S5 is the clear winner on this aspect as it boasts 2800 mAh removable battery as compared to 1810 mAh of Apple iPhone 6. Galaxy S5 also has an Ultra Power Saving mode which allows users to use the basic features of the phone for up to 12 days on a single charge.
Apple iPhone 6 and Samsung Galaxy S5 are truly in for a tough fight, but can the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S6 finally thump Apple's flagship? Watch out for more updates!
