Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (SM-A520F/DS) vs Samsung Galaxy S7 (SM-G930V)

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Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) vs Samsung Galaxy S7 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

1/26/2017 6:27 PM, updated: 11/12/2021 1:48 PM

Compare Samsung Galaxy S7 X Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (SM-A520F/DS) 08Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.2"
AMOLED

1080x1920

16
MP

16mp

3GB
RAM

Octa-core

3000
mAh

(Non removable)

16Points Samsung Galaxy S7 (SM-G930V) Compare Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.1"
AMOLED

1440x2560

12.2
MP

5mp

4GB
RAM

Quad-core

3000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy S7 (SM-G930V)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

8 Advantages Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (SM-A520F/DS)	vs	16 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S7 (SM-G930V)
+1.9GHz 64bit Octa-core10% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	2.15GHz 64bit Quad-core (14nm)
+5.2"2% Larger screen	vs	5.1"
+(back) 16MP31% Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 12.2MP
+(front) 16MP2 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies	vs	(front) 5MP
+18W20% More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.	vs	15W
+2 slots (Dual-SIM) (dedicated slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)
+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general	vs	Not supported
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
3GB LPDDR4	vs	+4GB LPDDR433% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
eMMC 5.1	vs	+UFS 2.0Advantage Fastest write and read storage.
157 grams (5.5 ounces)	vs	+152 grams (5.32 ounces)3% Lighter
1080x1920 pixels	vs	+1440x2560 pixels78% Higher resolution screen
424 PPI	vs	+576 PPI36% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
EIS: Digital stabilization	vs	+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supported	vs	+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
HDR photo only main camera	vs	+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
f/1.9 (aperture)	vs	+f/1.7 (aperture)12% Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
Full HD (1920x1080)	vs	+4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
(front) Full HD (1920x1080)	vs	+(front) 2K UHD (2560x1440)78% More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
(4G LTE-A) 300 Mbps	vs	+(4G LTE-A) 450 Mbps50% Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+Heart rateAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+SpO2Advantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Qi wireless charging (Qi/PMA)Advantage Wireless charging is another way to charge the battery.
Not supported	vs	+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.

37 Common items in both devices

32GB (22GB available)

Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC

7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)

Aluminum frame, glass front/back

Super AMOLED

60Hz

16 million

+30 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	Galaxy A5 2017 (SM-A520F/DS)	Galaxy S7 (SM-G930V)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Galaxy A5 2017 (SM-A520F/DS)	Galaxy S7 (SM-G930V)
Other model names	Galaxy A5 (2017) SM-A520F/Dual-Sim	Verizon Galaxy S7 G930V, Samsung Hero
Country or region available	(Latin America), (Global, International), Saudi Arabia, Brazil, United Arab Emirates, Philippines, Malaysia, Russia, Singapore, Thailand, Ukraine	USA
Brand	Samsung	Samsung
Release date	1/13/2017	3/11/2016, Announced: 2/21/2016
Depth	7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)	7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)
Size (width x height)	71.4 x 146.1 millimeters (2.81 x 5.75 in)	69.6 x 142.4 millimeters (2.74 x 5.61 in)
Weight	157 grams (5.5 ounces)	152 grams (5.32 ounces)
Build, materials	Aluminum frame, glass front/back	Aluminum frame, glass front/back
Protection against water and others	IP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant	IP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant
📲 Display
	Galaxy A5 2017 (SM-A520F/DS)	Galaxy S7 (SM-G930V)
Display type	Super AMOLED	Super AMOLED
Screen size	5.2" inches	5.1" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~71.5% (screen-to-body ratio)	~72.3% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x1920 pixels (16:9)	1440x2560 pixels (16:9)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	424 PPI	576 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass 3	Gorilla Glass 4
Refresh rate	60Hz	60Hz
Display features	Not supported	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	Galaxy A5 2017 (SM-A520F/DS)	Galaxy S7 (SM-G930V)
System version	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Firmware update	Android 8.0 Oreo	Android 8.0 Oreo
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Galaxy A5 2017 (SM-A520F/DS)	Galaxy S7 (SM-G930V)
Chipset	64bit: Samsung Exynos 7 Octa 7880 (14nm)	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 (MSM8996) (14nm)
CPU	Octa-core, 1 processor: 8x 1.9GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Octa-core)	Quad-core, 2 processors: 2x 2.15GHz Kryo (Dual-core) 2x 1.6GHz Kryo (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controller	ARM Mali-T830 MP3	Qualcomm Adreno 530 (624MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	AnTuTu: 128363 (v6)
💽 Memory and storage
	Galaxy A5 2017 (SM-A520F/DS)	Galaxy S7 (SM-G930V)
RAM memory	3GB LPDDR4	4GB LPDDR4
Internal storage	32GB (22GB available) eMMC 5.1	32GB (22GB available) UFS 2.0
External storage	Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Galaxy A5 2017 (SM-A520F/DS)	Galaxy S7 (SM-G930V)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)	Not supported
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	300/50 Mbps	450/50 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat6 (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 17, 20, 28) TD-LTE (Bands 38, 40, 41)	LTE Cat9 (Bands 2, 3, 4, 7, 13)
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Galaxy A5 2017 (SM-A520F/DS)	Galaxy S7 (SM-G930V)
Back camera (main camera)	16 megapixels	12.2 megapixels
Main camera resolution	4608x3456 pixels	4032x3024 pixels
Video recording (primary)	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/1.9 (aperture)	f/1.7 (aperture)
Focal length	27mm (lens)	26mm (lens)
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/2.55" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	1.4µm pixel
Autofocus	Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	OIS: Optical stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Supported
HDR	HDR photo only main camera	HDR photo/video on both cameras
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Galaxy A5 2017 (SM-A520F/DS)	Galaxy S7 (SM-G930V)
Front camera (secondary)	16 megapixels	5 megapixels
Front camera resolution	4608x3456 pixels	2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	2K UHD (2560x1440)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/1.9 (aperture)	f/1.7 (aperture)
Focal length	26mm (lens)	22mm (lens)
Sensor size	1/3.1" inches	1/4.1" inches
Pixel size	1µm pixel	1.34µm pixel
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Galaxy A5 2017 (SM-A520F/DS)	Galaxy S7 (SM-G930V)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	2 microphones or more
Radio	FM	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, WMV	MP4, H.264, H.263, DivX, XviD, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Galaxy A5 2017 (SM-A520F/DS)	Galaxy S7 (SM-G930V)
USB	USB 2.0 Type-C reversible connector	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Micro-B USB MHL
Bluetooth	4.2 + A2DP	4.2 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou
NFC	Supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Galaxy A5 2017 (SM-A520F/DS)	Galaxy S7 (SM-G930V)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor ANT+ Barometer Compass Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted) Gyroscope Hall effect Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor ANT+ Barometer Compass Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted) Gyroscope Hall effect Heart rate Proximity sensor SpO2
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Galaxy A5 2017 (SM-A520F/DS)	Galaxy S7 (SM-G930V)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	3000 mAh	3000 mAh
Charger, watts	18W Wired fast charging	15W Wired fast charging Quick Charge 2
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	Qi wireless charging (Qi/PMA)
Talk time autonomy	16 hours	28 hours (1.2 days)
Standby	feature not registered	288 hours (12 days)
➕ Other features
	Galaxy A5 2017 (SM-A520F/DS)	Galaxy S7 (SM-G930V)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, Gold, Blue, Pink • Gorilla Glass on the back • Samsung Grace UX	• Colors: Black, White, Gold, Silver • Corning Gorilla Glass back panel • Samsung Gear VR compatible • Fast battery charging: 83% in 30min • OneDrive 115GB • Samsung Pay (Visa, MasterCard)
☢️ Radiation rate
	Galaxy A5 2017 (SM-A520F/DS)	Galaxy S7 (SM-G930V)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	0.85W/kg (head), 1.59W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.522W/kg (head), 1.39W/kg (body)	feature not registered