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Price and specifications of Samsung Galaxy S5 mini advantages, disadvantages, and a comprehensive explanation

Release Date
2014, July
Camera
8MP
Battery
2100mAh
Processor
Exynos 3470 Quad
Screen
4.5"
Storage
16GB , microSDXC
Ram
1.5GB RAM
Operating System
Android 4.4.2, up to 5.1.1, TouchWiz UI

Samsung Galaxy S5 mini Disadvantages

  • Lack of 4G LTE band support for some regions (limited to specific bands)
  • Discontinued status, meaning no official software updates or support
  • Low internal memory of 16GB with only 1.5GB RAM, which may lead to performance issues
  • Outdated operating system, originally launched with Android 4.4.2 KitKat
  • Subpar camera specifications with 8 MP main camera and 2.1 MP selfie camera, by modern standards
  • Missing radio functionality, which may be preferred by some users
  • MicroUSB 2.0 instead of more modern and faster USB-C port
  • Limited battery capacity of 2100 mAh, resulting in shorter battery life
  • Lower screen-to-body ratio (~65.7%), leading to thicker bezels
  • Lack of software and security updates due to discontinuation
  • Plastic build may not appeal to users looking for more premium materials
Network
Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20 - G800F
Speed HSPA 42.2(LTE)/21.1(3G)/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Launch
Announced 2014, June. Released 2014, July
Status Discontinued
Body
Dimensions 131.1 x 64.8 x 9.1 mm (5.16 x 2.55 x 0.36 in)
Weight 120 g (4.23 oz)
SIM Micro-SIM
Display
Type Super AMOLED
Size 4.5 inches, 55.8 cm2 (~65.7% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~326 ppi density)
Platform
OS Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.1.1 (Lollipop), TouchWiz UI
Chipset Exynos 3470 Quad
CPU Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU Mali-400MP4
Memory
Card slot microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal 16GB 1.5GB RAM
Main Camera
Single 8 MP, f/2.4, 31mm (standard), AF
Features LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video 1080p@30fps
Selfie camera
Single 2.1 MP
Video 1080p@30fps
Sound
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
Comms
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth 4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE, aptX
Positioning GPS, GLONASS
NFC Yes (LTE model only)
Infrared port Yes
Radio No
USB microUSB 2.0
Features
Sensors Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, heart rate
Battery
Type Li-Ion 2100 mAh, removable
Talk time Up to 10 h (3G)
Music play Up to 47 h
Misc
Colors Charcoal Black, Shimmery White, Electric Blue and Copper Gold
Models SM-G800H, SM-G800F, SM-G800M, SM-G800Y
SAR 0.63 W/kg (head)     0.82 W/kg (body)
SAR EU 0.97 W/kg (head)     0.56 W/kg (body)
Price About 220 EUR
Tests
Performance Basemark X: 2665
Display Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 3.174 (sunlight)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 73dB / Noise 67dB / Ring 78dB
Audio quality Noise -92.6dB / Crosstalk -94.0dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 72h

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