Samsung Galaxy S7 vs Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge

Name: Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
Brand: Samsung
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (10 reviews)

Our Verdict: Comparing Samsung Galaxy S7 and Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge, the choice mostly comes down to screen size versus display quality. The Edge gives you a larger 5.5-inch screen and a larger 3,600 mAh battery, while the regular S7 is more appealing for a sharper 576 PPI display. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Choose the Edge for screen size; choose the regular S7 if display quality matters more.

If you'd rather pay up front, the S7 is the cheaper buy at £140 SIM-free.

Expert Rating

4.5
10 reviews 4.5
10 reviews

Screen

5.1" 5.5"

Display

AMOLED AMOLED

Resolution

2560 x 1440 2560 x 1440

Pixels Per Inch

576 534

Rear Camera

12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels

Front Camera

5 Megapixels 5 Megapixels

Chipset

Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 Qualcomm Snapdragon 820

Battery

3,000 mAh 3,600 mAh

Storage

32GB, 64GB 32GB, 64GB

Android Android

SIM Type

Nano SIM Nano SIM

Connectivity

Up to 4G Up to 4G

Wi-Fi

802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac

Bluetooth

4.2 with LE, apt-X 4.2 with LE, apt-X

Dimensions

142.4 x 69.6 x 7.9 mm 150.9 x 72.6 x 7.7 mm

Weight

152 grams 157 grams

Water Resistance

IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes

Contracts

- -

SIM-free

£140.00 £149.00

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	Samsung Galaxy S7	Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
Expert Rating	4.5 10 reviews	4.5 10 reviews
Screen	5.1"	5.5"
Display	AMOLED	AMOLED
Resolution	2560 x 1440	2560 x 1440
Pixels Per Inch	576	534
Rear Camera	12 Megapixels	12 Megapixels
Front Camera	5 Megapixels	5 Megapixels
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 820	Qualcomm Snapdragon 820
Battery	3,000 mAh	3,600 mAh
Storage	32GB, 64GB	32GB, 64GB
OS	Android	Android
SIM Type	Nano SIM	Nano SIM
Connectivity	Up to 4G	Up to 4G
Wi-Fi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth	4.2 with LE, apt-X	4.2 with LE, apt-X
Dimensions	142.4 x 69.6 x 7.9 mm	150.9 x 72.6 x 7.7 mm
Weight	152 grams	157 grams
Water Resistance	IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes	IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts	-	-
SIM-free	£140.00	£149.00
	Deals	Deals

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S7 or Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge?

The Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge has the bigger screen at 5.5" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S7's 5.1", the Samsung Galaxy S7 has the sharper display at 576 pixels per inch versus 534, and both use AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S7 or Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge?

The Samsung Galaxy S7 features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge has a 12 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Samsung Galaxy S7 or Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge?

The Samsung Galaxy S7 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £140.00.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S7 and Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge?

The Samsung Galaxy S7 is available in 32GB, 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge comes in 32GB, 64GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S7 and Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge use?

The Samsung Galaxy S7 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820, while the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy S7 or Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge?

The Samsung Galaxy S7 is the more portable of the two: it's 5g lighter at 152 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 142.4 x 69.6 x 7.9 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S7 or Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy S7 and Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge run?

Both phones run Android.