Samsung Galaxy S5 Sport: Pros and Cons

Samsung announced the launch of the Galaxy S5 Sport smartphone in 2014. The manufacturer is offering this smartphone with 5.1 inch Super AMOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 MSM8974AA SoC, and 2 GB of RAM. It comes with Android OS v4.4.2 (KitKat) out of the box, and a Li-Ion 2800 mAh battery. The 5.1 inch AMOLED displays has fast response times. This smartphone has a single camera on the back (16 MP, 3456 x 4608 px, autofocus). Is this phone worth its price? Hopefully, it will become clear by the end of my review.

Table of Contents

• Samsung Galaxy S5 Sport specifications
• Weight, dimensions, colors
• System, chipset, performance
• Display type, size, resolution
• Memory, storage
• Cameras, flash
• Connectivity, network, wireless
• Battery type, capacity, charger
• Features, sensors, specials
• Verdict, pros and cons

This article shares our personal experiences and thoughts about using the Samsung Galaxy S5 Sport smartphone. We hope to offer helpful insights to others interested in this device. The specifications below are from the official manufacturer data, but we also consider user reviews. If you've seen any mistakes or things missing in these specifications, please let us know.

Samsung Galaxy S5 Sport specifications

Weight, dimensions, colors

The weight of Samsung Galaxy S5 Sport is about 5.57 oz with battery. This is average for smartphones of the same size. A micro SIM is a smaller version of the standard SIM card used in mobile devices.

System, chipset, performance

The Samsung Galaxy S5 Sport comes with Android OS v4.4.2 (KitKat) out of the box. Google has integrated many services with Android. These include Google Maps, Gmail, and Google Drive. The mid-range CPU can deliver fast, efficient performance for many tasks. Qualcomm's Snapdragon processors work with Adreno GPUs. The processors are designed for the GPUs.

Display type, size, resolution

The 5.1 inch phone comes with AMOLED display. Smartphones use the AMOLED, which is a type of OLED display. The 5.1 inch display make this smartphone pocket-friendly. The size of the screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner.

Memory, storage

The smartphone has 2 GB of RAM. It can run many apps at once without much lag or slowness. Having more RAM alone does not guarantee better performance. Most people think a smartphone needs at least 32 GB of storage. The Galaxy S5 Sport has only 16 GB. You can expand the internal storage (16 GB) with a compatible microSD card.

Cameras, flash

The single camera can be enough for many smartphone users. It depends on their photography needs and preferences. The Galaxy S5 Sport does not have optical image stabilization (OIS).

Connectivity, network, wireless

The Samsung Galaxy S5 Sport supports 4G/LTE networks. This phone like all modern smartphones, is capable of connecting to Wi-Fi networks. The Galaxy S5 Sport smartphone is capable of connecting to Bluetooth devices. This phone has a built-in GPS. This phone is NFC (Near Field Communication) capable. The 3.5 mm headphone jack allows you to connect wired headphones or earphones to the device.

Battery type, capacity, charger

The Li-Ion 2800 mAh battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The Li-ion is a low maintenance battery. It does not need periodic full discharge. You can simply buy a new battery from the open market and interchange it by yourself.

Features, sensors, specials

Today, smartphones come with many sensors. They help make the user experience better. The accelerometer provides information about the smartphone's movement in three axes. These are X (horizontal), Y (vertical), and Z (depth). Gorilla Glass is very scratch resistant. It reduces the likelihood of everyday scratches and abrasions.

Verdict, pros and cons

Every phone has its strengths and weaknesses, and this Samsung phone is no exception. As with any device, there are aspects that shine and others that fall short. By examining both sides, we can paint a complete picture of what this phone has to offer. Let's explore its standout features and areas for improvement. Remember, this is just my opinion, and yours might be different.

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I'm Lucas Bradley, the founder of the Phone42.com site. I love technology, especially smartphones, and I've been working with tech stuff for more than 20 years. This means I've seen a lot of changes and have learned a bunch about what makes a good phone. On Phone42.com, I look at all kinds of phones. They can be from big, well-known companies or new ones trying to make their mark. I want to help people understand what's new and cool in the world of smartphones, in a way that's easy to get.