Several mobile phone reviews pin the Samsung Galaxy Alpha vs. Samsung Galaxy S5 head-to-head. But it is fair to compare these two Android phones?
While the new Galaxy Alpha sports new features, some complain that it is way too overpriced for its kind. The Galaxy S5 on the other hand, remains to be one of the most salable phones to date, but others are starting to doubt its capabilities and features.
Need help deciding? Here's a quick specs review of the Samsung Galaxy Alpha vs. Samsung Galaxy S5.
Design
"The design is definitely not a selling point for the Samsung Galaxy S5, with more than a few people calling it "uninspired" or "cheap." But while Samsung wanted to play it safe with this one by opting for a plastic body yet again, the build quality of the phone is certainly up to par," Load the Game noted.
"The Samsung Galaxy Alpha is smaller and lighter than its counterpart but you'll instantly know that you're looking at a Samsung smartphone as soon as you see it. However, there is a key difference that makes it stand out from the plastic crowd, if only just partially. The Samsung Galaxy Alpha comes equipped with a metallic chassis which looks really good when couple with the slim form factor."
Screen
The Samsung Galaxy Alpha packs a 720P resolution with a 4.7-in screen. With a SuperAMOLED panel, users are guaranteed an extremely vivid display. The Galaxy S5 on the other hand boasts of a 1,920x1080 Full HD resolution, with a 432ppi pixel density, making it compatible to play Full HD videos and browse through desktop versions of websites without having to adjust the size of the fonts.
It also has a 5.1-inch display that is favored by many.
Battery
The Samsung Galaxy Alpha can run for a maximum of 12-13 hours.
The Galaxy S5 has a larger 2,800mAh battery, but since it has a larger screen and faster processor, shorter battery life is expected. However, the smartphone can last for 17 hours if the user intends to use it for purely watching videos.
When it comes to choosing between the Samsung Galaxy Alpha vs. Samsung Galaxy S5, it would be up its users.
Which one between the Samsung Galaxy Alpha vs. Samsung Galaxy S5 do you like better?
