Again two, but the other
Flagship smartphone this year again two. CPU, memory and all other hardware is the same, but the S7 edge can be considered a more advanced version and S7 — Vice-flagship.
Models are screen, S7 has a display size of 5.1 inches, while the S7 a little more edge — 5.5 inch. But the shovel doesn’t have to look — save a very slim frame on the front panel.
Samsung Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge
Samsung Galaxy S7
Samsung Galaxy S7 edge
Operating system
Android 6.0 Mashmallow
Processor
Samsung Exynos 8890, 8 cores (4 with a frequency of 2.3 GHz, 4 1.6 GHz)
Memory
4 GB of RAM, 32 GB of flash, microSD slot
Screen
5.1 inch, Quad HD (2560 X 1440), the density of 577 ppi, Super AMOLED
5.5 inch, Quad HD (2560 X 1440), 534 ppi density, Super AMOLED, curved side edges
Link
2G/3G/4G, Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n/ac), Bluetooth 4.1, ANT, NFC
Camera
primary: 12 MP, F1.7, optical stabilization, phase focus
front: 5 megapixels, F1.7
Battery
3000 mAh, non-removable
3500 mAh, non-removable
Sizes
X’s 142.4 USD 69.6 x 7.9 mm
150,9 x 72,6 x 7.7 mm
Weight
152 g
157 g
Spoil yourself, choose fixed, well done
To perceive innovations in isolation from its predecessors is difficult. Therefore, first remember that an unpleasant surprise in the “sixes” on the background of their recycled design and powerful iron.
First, the Koreans then suddenly abandoned water-resistance — and this is after several years convinced that in the XXI century it is silly to fear the spray. And suddenly: Galaxy S6 [edge] you need to keep warm and dry, and no water treatments.
In Galaxy S6 [edge] no slot for memory cards, e.g. microSD — the same features that have always distinguished the main Android flagship iPhone. The company representatives confidently explained by the fact that, say, the smartphone is well, very fast memory — and only she can keep pace with the rapid processor. And the user said they will put in the Chinese smartphone slow stick and spoil everything, but to blame for the slowdown will be Koreans.
The protruding camera a third of last year’s embarrassment. Half a millimeter is an impressive elevation of the optical module on the rear panel. Of course, Samsung had a fair excuse: Apple sticks out? Sticks. So, all is possible.
Finally, keep Galaxy S6 edge was convenient not everyone. Because bent the edges of the screen edges were pretty thin. Disappointed fans complained that the edge of the case dig into your hand and bring physical suffering.
All of the deteriorating Samsung filed like refuses completely unnecessary features that have proved their uselessness. Now change your mind? I was stunned!
Back protection from water, good old standard IP68, ie the smartphone can be immersed in fresh water. In other words, the Galaxy S7 can be dropped into a puddle, the sink, the toilet, get it and continue to use — will be the victim of your self-respect.
Samsung Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge
Samsung Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge
Game Launcher on Samsung Galaxy S7 edge
The camera module (more on that below and a lot) is thinner and protrudes from the hull just half a millimeter — barely noticeable.
But the return of the microSD card slot is a merit rather marketers than designers. Samsung failed to change the rules, other manufacturers on the contrary was delighted that the leader voluntarily gave them such an advantage. I had to back off. What about a slow stick? “Fine, get loose” — as it tells us Samsung.
Power
In the United States will sell a version of the Galaxy S7, which is built on the Qualcomm Snapdagon processor 820, and the rest of the world will get the update on the Korean processor spill — Exynos 8890. It’s got eight cores: 4 at 2.3 GHz and another 4 at 1.6 GHz. Under load, the chip is heated so strongly that the smartphone had to install a heat pipe, which removes heat from the crystal. Like we saw in smartphones Sony Xperia Z2/Z3/Z3+ and Microsoft Lumia 950XL. Nothing negative for the user in this, just a modern mobile processors have become very hot.
The processor in the Samsung Galaxy S7 cools the heat pipe
The performance test AnTuTu, the Exynos processor 8890 scored 114 thousand points. Recently we were able to test a prototype of the smartphone with Snapdragon 820, he was given 131 thousand points. Finally, the result of iPhone 6s and 133 thousand. Turned out that the new flagship Samsung hardly comes on the heels of its main current competitor.
The international version of Samsung Galaxy S7 was slower than last year’s iPhone 6s
Two pixels for the price of one
The camera of the smartphones have dedicated baboutmost of the presentation. Not without comparisons with the iPhone. Yes that there — slides only out of modesty called “Galaxy S7 shoots better than iPhone”. But Samsung engineers really have something to be proud of. Both the main and front cameras are equipped with lenses with a maximum aperture of F1.7. But it is not necessary to relate it with the familiar performance of “glass” cameras. F1.7 is a lot for smartphones.
Samsung Galaxy S7 edge
Pixels on the matrix became less: 12 megapixels vs 16 megapixels Galaxy S6 — but they have become more physically, and therefore receive more light. In addition, each pixel consists of two: one responsible for removing the fixation of the image and the other for phase focusing. She came from a SLR cameras into the world of smartphones relatively recently, and usually “phase” sensors, in moderation, are uniformly distributed in the matrix. In “Sevens” brought the ratio to 100 percent.
If you do not go into physical processes, phase good focus speed and accuracy: Galaxy S7 guided to its target for a fifth of a second — four times faster than its predecessor. This, however, only advertising statements, and to draw conclusions for shooting in well-lit demo area we will not — we will wait for a full test.
Included or incorporated
Screen the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge works even when the smartphone is locked. I think it will be fast to put the battery? Here and there. The smartphone has a Super AMOLED matrix, as they are essentially a grid of millions of independent light-emitting diodes. Energy consume only those of them which are included and Shine. In the new mode Always-On (Always on) uses a very small portion of the pixels, but this is enough to visibly and legibly to show the current time, calendar, notifications about missed calls and the like.
The Samsung Galaxy S7 screen always shows the time and notifications. Generally always.
Plus even made a special “energy saving” Wallpaper with thin lines on a black background. It is alleged that at the screen with no breaks will have almost no impact: ~ 1% battery per hour.
Screen the Samsung Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge is always enabled
By the way, the batteries in them went up: “ordinary” S7 battery stands at 3000 mAh, while the S7 edge — on 3500 mAh. Complete adapter charges Galaxy S7 83% for half an hour, and completely — in about a half to two hours.
Do not disturb gamer
Rolled happiness, socially active gamers. Now the game can be run through a special program Game Launcher, which allows you to disable on combat (racing, Golf set, virtual fishing) any notice. With its help it is possible to take a screenshot, record a video and become another Lesprom and disable the power button and “Recent” — so you don’t accidentally fly out of the game.
Game Launcher on Samsung Galaxy S7 edge
In the end
Samsung fixed everything that was annoying in Galaxy S6 [edge]. Again there is moisture, back slot for memory card, the case is made more streamlined and pleasant for delicate handles, bleed the already good camera, but at the same time made the lens is not too protruding over the rear panel. In devices of Samsung may not like many things (e.g., price), but nothing more spectacular and powerful in the Android world simply no.
Samsung Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge
Russian prices for smartphones already announced, and I must say that they are more than humane — given the new exchange rate conditions, of course — 50 thousand for the Galaxy S7 and 60 thousand for Galaxy S7 edge. In our country the vehicles will start selling at the end of March, and we can already place a pre-order. The most agile will be presented with a virtual reality helmet Gear VR (at retail costs 6-8 thousand rubles).