Samsung Galaxy S5 vs Galaxy Alpha
Comparison , GalaxyS5 , smart phones / November 6, 2014

Can’t seem to choose between the Samsung Galaxy S5 and Galaxy Alpha? While both devices are impressive in their own right, there are some notable differences between the two that shouldn’t be overlooked. So before you make a hastily purchase, check our side-by-side comparison below to determine which one is best suited for your needs. Display The Galaxy S5 features a bold 5.1″ Super AMOLED display with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 for protection. The Galaxy Alpha is roughly 18% smaller, measuring just 4.7″. Granted, that’s not an enormous difference, but fans of big screens will probably prefer the Galaxy S5. Resolution In terms of display resolution, the Galaxy S5 is the clear winner between the two. It delivers an impressive 1920 x 1080 resolution at 432 ppi, whereas the Galaxy Alpha delivers just 1280 x 720 pixel resolution at 312 ppi. Water Resistance Arguably, one of the greatest features of the Samsung Galaxy S5 is its IP6/7 dust and water-resistance shell. While I don’t recommend leaving your handset submerged in water for long periods of time, it’s nice to know that it will withstand such abuse should it occur. Now for the bad news, Samsung nixed the IP6/7 shell in…