Samsung Galaxy S5 vs LG G3 vs Sony Xperia Z2 vs HTC One M8
LG introduced the latest iteration in its high-end Android smartphone range, the LG G3, at events around the world on Tuesday, 27 May 2014.
The new device is set to go toe-to-toe with other heavy-weights in the Android smartphone arena, including the Samsung Galaxy S5, HTC One M8, and Sony Xperia Z2.
While there is still competition between these powerhouses when it comes to their internal hardware and cameras, a new contest has emerged thanks to Sony’s introduction of waterproofing on its high-end phones in 2013.
Samsung has waded in with an IP67 rating on the Galaxy S5, which means its dust proof and can resist being submerged in water up to 1 meter for 30 minutes.
The IPx3 rating on the HTC One M8 means it has no dust resistance and isn’t water resistant or waterproof either, but can withstand spraying water for a limited period.
Sony’s Xperia Z2, as with its predecessor, boasts a rating of IP55 & IP58, meaning its dust resistant and waterproof. According to Sony, the device can be kept under 1.5 metres of fresh water for up to 30 minutes.
The table below compares some of the key specifications of the devices to one another:
| Specifications | LG G3 | Samsung Galaxy S5 | HTC One M8 | Sony Xperia Z2 |
| Dimensions | 146.3 x 74.6 x 8.9mm | 142.0 x 72.5 x 8.1mm | 146.36 x 70.6 x 9.35mm | 146.8 x 73.3 x 8.2mm |
| Weight | 149g | 145g | 160g | 163g |
| Operating system | Android 4.4.2 | Android 4.4.2 | Android 4.4 | Android 4.4 |
| Display | 5.5″ Quad HD IPS (1440×2560) | 5.1″ 1080p (1080×1920) | 5″ 1080p (1080×1920) | 5.2″ 1080p (1080×1920) |
| Rear camera | 13MP “OIS+” | 16MP | 4MP UltraPixel + 4MP Duo Camera | 20.7MP |
| Front camera | 2.1MP | 2.1MP | 5MP (wide angle) | 2.2MP |
| Storage, internal | 32GB | 16/32GB | 16GB / 32GB | 16GB |
| Storage, expandable | microSD | microSD | microSD | microSD |
| RAM | 3GB | 2GB | 2GB | 3GB |
| Processor | 2.5GHz quad-core Krait 400 (Snapdragon 801) | Exynos 5422 2.1GHz quad Cortex-A15 + 1.5GHz quad Cortex-A7 / 2.5GHz quad-core Snapdragon 801 | 2.3GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 | 2.3GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 (MSM8974AB) |
| Graphics | Adreno 330 | Mali T628 MP6 / Adreno 330 | Adreno 330 | Adreno 330 |
| Battery | 3,000mAh (removable) | 2,800mAh (removable) | 2,600mAh | 3,200mAh |
| IP-rating | None | IP67 (dust proof, water resistant) | IPx3 | IP55 & IP58 (dust resistant, waterproof) |
| Cellular data | HSPA+, LTE | HSPA+, LTE | HSPA+, LTE | HSPA+, LTE |
| NFC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
The hardware only tells part of the story, as each of the devices also include their own custom software features and bundles to set them apart from one another.
In South Africa, the Samsung Galaxy S5 also comes with a special warranty that the company has dubbed “ADH Premium” – ADH stands for Accidental Damage from Handling.
Among other things, the warranty offers two no-questions-asked screen or liquid damage repairs, with free collection and delivery and a loan unit for the duration of the repair.
Related smartphone news
Afrihost Mobile smartphone on the way?
Android vs Apple vs Windows vs BlackBerry in SA
MTN Steppa vs Vodafone Smart 4 Mini
Loading ...