Now by reading the title, you might have understood that this article was not easy to write at all only beacuse these phones give a real competition to each other!Whether it is camera, performance, they were fighting edge to edge!
Previously i wrote article on HTC one M8 vs Samsung Galaxy S5, do make sure to check that out if you still haven't!
So let us begin, This is Samsung Galaxy S5 vs Sony Xperia Z2!
Sony and Samsung both in their latest flagships bring a evolution but nothing trendy that could be exciting, we do get the specification bumps but that's not enough, not enough for a new flagship! But still they do bring some changes and i am sure you are curious about how they stack up against each other!
DESIGN.
When it comes to design, nothing has changed overall on either phones and both of them continue their tradition in a way their predecessor did it!
The Samsung Galaxy S5 as i explained in my previous article features some rounded edges, same plastic built, same button layout! here are a couple of major changes when it comes to these buttons though — the menu key of old was replaced by a recent apps capacitive key, and the home button now feature an integrated fingerprint scanner. These changes might be exciting for some and for some it is just a washed out design including me!
On the Sony booth, the case is not different at all when it comes to changes in design! The new Xperia Z2 follows the same design tradition of its predecessor with some minor changes!
The aluminium frame and the tempered glass material of the Sony does brings some class to you when it comes to look and feel while on the galaxy s5, the company has moved on from glossy plastic, in favour of a soft touch finish resembling the finish of the Nexus 7 (2012). This change received some mixed reviews all over and most of them didn't like it at all because let's face it, you don't want some cheap plastic when you are buying a flagship!
The Sony Xperia Z2 however is slightly larger than the Samsung galaxy S5 with 0.1inches more and because of more bezels that now include some better speakers requires some hand gymnastic while using it! Samsung galaxy S5 like its predecessor is still very comfortable to use!
Overall, both the phones consists of different designs with one going for some premium feel and look and the other for better in hand experience!
I would personally go for the Sony Xperia Z2, because while using it, you do get the feeling of a flagship while on the Samsung galaxy S5, it just fades away!
DISPLAY.
Display as I always say is not really a problem when it comes to flagships but people do have some negative thoughts on Sony's displays which will be now i think will wash away!
The Samsung Galaxy S5 features a 5.1 inch 1080p display (432 ppi) and gives you everything that you expect from a flagship that includes accurate colour contrasts, crispness, fantastic viewing angles and really great outdoor visibility! The display truly looks gorgeous on the phone with touchwiz shining all over the place! Colours do feel like they are coming out of the phone and you will have no problem in watching movies or playing highly graphical games!
The Sony Xperia Z2 also features a 1080p display, at a slightly larger 5.2-inch size, resulting in a pixel density of 424 ppi. There were quite a few issues with the display of the Xperia Z1, and in order to fix that, Sony introduced Live Colour LED technology alongside the Triluminos and X-Reality engine!
Basically what it means is that the problems that customers were facing in the previous Sony phones including bad viewing angles are now completely fixed and you will get the best experience on this phone too!
To sum up here, both phones rock a gorgeous and vibrant display and are truly winners! You won't have problem in either phones in any display aspect!
HARDWARE.
When it comes to hardware, the Samsung Galaxy S5 packs every hardware feature you can think of ranging from microSD card slot, NFC support, and IR blaster, to a few new additions that include the finger scanner up front, and the heart rate monitor on the back.
Sony is no loser too except if you want the fingerprint and heartrate scanner!
Like the S5, Sony’s phone packs a microSD slot and NFC support. Both devices feature support for the recently-released 128 GB microSD cards, so you shouldn’t have any trouble with memory.
When it comes to speakers on both the phones, Sony has changed things up with the Xperia Z2 now consist of front facing speakers which aren't as great as the HTC's but they still are better than the pale and weak rear speakers of the Samsung Galaxy S5!
You get a larger 3,200 mAh battery with the Sony Xperia Z2, compared to the 2,800 mAh unit found in the Galaxy S5. You will have no trouble getting a full day on heavy usage on either device and the superb battery saving features on the both the phones help the most when you want more than that!
While the battery on the xperia Z2 is bigger, the edge has to be given to the galaxy S5 that comes with a removable battery!
Another good feature that comes with both the phones is that you can jump in the swimming pool with them as they both are IP67 certified that allows them to be water and dust proof!
The edge in hardware has to be given to the Samsung galaxy S5 as it comes with more hardware features like the two scanners or a removable battery!
SOFTWARE.
When it comes to software, these both pack some really different looking UIs, they both however come with the latest android software that is KitKat!
Sony likes to keep things simple and clean and that clearly can be seen in the UI they put in that is most of the times is considered as the near stock android experience! Sony with the Xperia Z2 didn't change their timescape UI at all and you get the same software, you get in the xperia Z1!
While on the other side, when we talk about Samsung, its a whole different story and vision of the company!
Samsung always tries to make android their own by changing each and every element of the stock android that always results in some stupid and messed up UI and the galaxy S5 is no exception with the ofcourse different icons and the my magazine!
On the software side, if you want a simple and a elegant looking UI, you should go for the Sony! But if you want more out of your android like multi-window and other add ons, you should go with the galaxy S5!
PERFORMANCE.
When it comes to performance, both of these phones are a beast with the latest specs!
Both devices feature the best processing package currently available. The quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor is clocked at 2.5 GHz in the case of the Samsung Galaxy S5, compared to the 2.3 GHz of the Xperia Z2, with the Adreno 330 GPU ably supporting both. You do get 3 GB of RAM with the Xperia Z2 though, while the Galaxy S5 packs 2 gigs of RAM, but both will handle all your multi-tasking requirements very easily.
On the Sony Xperia Z2, the performance is handled on a much lighter android skin so when we talk about smooth experience, you might wanna go for the sony xperia Z2! Touchwiz is also now optimized for better performance but it still lags at times especially while using the My Magazine!
As I always mentioned, if you are from a region where Exynos processor comes in Samsung phones, go for the Sony Xperia Z2!
CAMERA.
On the camera side, i find it the most difficult comparison ever as these both phones are a great performers and capture really clear photos!
On of the biggest addition on the galaxy S5 is the new 16MP ISOCELL lens which features a new technology that isolates each pixel from neighbouring ones for higher quality photos. The camera app like always contains too many features to play with but this time you do get some useful ones, like the Live HDR and the selective focus! The selective focus doesn't always results in perfect effects but it is still fun and brings some style to your photos!
Photos have good detail, and they do retain their sharpness even after zooming in, though this is not true in every case. Nonetheless, the colour reproduction is great, and even in low light, if you have the stabilizer on, you do get some good captures.
The Sony Xperia Z2 features the same 20.7 MP camera of the Z1, with some improvements across the board. When it comes to the app, it includes a few more features this time around, with Timeshift video, 4K video, augmented reality apps, and its own selective focus mode, along with Superior Auto, which does a really good job of selecting the right settings for each scene.
The picture quality on this phone has been improved a lot from its predecessor in each and every field especially in dark areas! There is a lot of grain in photos especially in the 20.7MP shots but it does brings some nice colour reproduction too!
These two camera are right now the best you can get in a flagship and not just for posting on social media but also for the photographers in you as you get a lot of settings and effects to play with on both the devices and no matter what which one you choose, you will get an awesome camera giving you crisp and vibrant photos! However in low light, i wish it to be better!
TO SUM UP...
To sum up, both phones are great performers whether it is gaming, camera, battery life or giving you the best display quality! We can't really decide the winner but if i were to choose one, it will the sony xperia Z2 with a better built and UI!
IF YOU WANT TO CHECK OUT THE INDIVIDUAL ARTICLES I WROTE ON BOTH THE DEVICES, CLICK
FOR SAMSUNG GALAXY S5 ARTICLE!
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Previously i wrote article on HTC one M8 vs Samsung Galaxy S5, do make sure to check that out if you still haven't!
So let us begin, This is Samsung Galaxy S5 vs Sony Xperia Z2!
Sony and Samsung both in their latest flagships bring a evolution but nothing trendy that could be exciting, we do get the specification bumps but that's not enough, not enough for a new flagship! But still they do bring some changes and i am sure you are curious about how they stack up against each other!
DESIGN.
When it comes to design, nothing has changed overall on either phones and both of them continue their tradition in a way their predecessor did it!
The Samsung Galaxy S5 as i explained in my previous article features some rounded edges, same plastic built, same button layout! here are a couple of major changes when it comes to these buttons though — the menu key of old was replaced by a recent apps capacitive key, and the home button now feature an integrated fingerprint scanner. These changes might be exciting for some and for some it is just a washed out design including me!
On the Sony booth, the case is not different at all when it comes to changes in design! The new Xperia Z2 follows the same design tradition of its predecessor with some minor changes!The aluminium frame and the tempered glass material of the Sony does brings some class to you when it comes to look and feel while on the galaxy s5, the company has moved on from glossy plastic, in favour of a soft touch finish resembling the finish of the Nexus 7 (2012). This change received some mixed reviews all over and most of them didn't like it at all because let's face it, you don't want some cheap plastic when you are buying a flagship!
The Sony Xperia Z2 however is slightly larger than the Samsung galaxy S5 with 0.1inches more and because of more bezels that now include some better speakers requires some hand gymnastic while using it! Samsung galaxy S5 like its predecessor is still very comfortable to use!
Overall, both the phones consists of different designs with one going for some premium feel and look and the other for better in hand experience!
I would personally go for the Sony Xperia Z2, because while using it, you do get the feeling of a flagship while on the Samsung galaxy S5, it just fades away!
DISPLAY.
Display as I always say is not really a problem when it comes to flagships but people do have some negative thoughts on Sony's displays which will be now i think will wash away!
The Samsung Galaxy S5 features a 5.1 inch 1080p display (432 ppi) and gives you everything that you expect from a flagship that includes accurate colour contrasts, crispness, fantastic viewing angles and really great outdoor visibility! The display truly looks gorgeous on the phone with touchwiz shining all over the place! Colours do feel like they are coming out of the phone and you will have no problem in watching movies or playing highly graphical games!
The Sony Xperia Z2 also features a 1080p display, at a slightly larger 5.2-inch size, resulting in a pixel density of 424 ppi. There were quite a few issues with the display of the Xperia Z1, and in order to fix that, Sony introduced Live Colour LED technology alongside the Triluminos and X-Reality engine!
Basically what it means is that the problems that customers were facing in the previous Sony phones including bad viewing angles are now completely fixed and you will get the best experience on this phone too!
To sum up here, both phones rock a gorgeous and vibrant display and are truly winners! You won't have problem in either phones in any display aspect!
HARDWARE.
When it comes to hardware, the Samsung Galaxy S5 packs every hardware feature you can think of ranging from microSD card slot, NFC support, and IR blaster, to a few new additions that include the finger scanner up front, and the heart rate monitor on the back.
Sony is no loser too except if you want the fingerprint and heartrate scanner!
Like the S5, Sony’s phone packs a microSD slot and NFC support. Both devices feature support for the recently-released 128 GB microSD cards, so you shouldn’t have any trouble with memory.
When it comes to speakers on both the phones, Sony has changed things up with the Xperia Z2 now consist of front facing speakers which aren't as great as the HTC's but they still are better than the pale and weak rear speakers of the Samsung Galaxy S5!
You get a larger 3,200 mAh battery with the Sony Xperia Z2, compared to the 2,800 mAh unit found in the Galaxy S5. You will have no trouble getting a full day on heavy usage on either device and the superb battery saving features on the both the phones help the most when you want more than that!
While the battery on the xperia Z2 is bigger, the edge has to be given to the galaxy S5 that comes with a removable battery!
Another good feature that comes with both the phones is that you can jump in the swimming pool with them as they both are IP67 certified that allows them to be water and dust proof!
The edge in hardware has to be given to the Samsung galaxy S5 as it comes with more hardware features like the two scanners or a removable battery!
SOFTWARE.
When it comes to software, these both pack some really different looking UIs, they both however come with the latest android software that is KitKat!
Sony likes to keep things simple and clean and that clearly can be seen in the UI they put in that is most of the times is considered as the near stock android experience! Sony with the Xperia Z2 didn't change their timescape UI at all and you get the same software, you get in the xperia Z1!
While on the other side, when we talk about Samsung, its a whole different story and vision of the company!Samsung always tries to make android their own by changing each and every element of the stock android that always results in some stupid and messed up UI and the galaxy S5 is no exception with the ofcourse different icons and the my magazine!
On the software side, if you want a simple and a elegant looking UI, you should go for the Sony! But if you want more out of your android like multi-window and other add ons, you should go with the galaxy S5!
PERFORMANCE.
When it comes to performance, both of these phones are a beast with the latest specs!
Both devices feature the best processing package currently available. The quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor is clocked at 2.5 GHz in the case of the Samsung Galaxy S5, compared to the 2.3 GHz of the Xperia Z2, with the Adreno 330 GPU ably supporting both. You do get 3 GB of RAM with the Xperia Z2 though, while the Galaxy S5 packs 2 gigs of RAM, but both will handle all your multi-tasking requirements very easily.
On the Sony Xperia Z2, the performance is handled on a much lighter android skin so when we talk about smooth experience, you might wanna go for the sony xperia Z2! Touchwiz is also now optimized for better performance but it still lags at times especially while using the My Magazine!
As I always mentioned, if you are from a region where Exynos processor comes in Samsung phones, go for the Sony Xperia Z2!
CAMERA.
On the camera side, i find it the most difficult comparison ever as these both phones are a great performers and capture really clear photos!
On of the biggest addition on the galaxy S5 is the new 16MP ISOCELL lens which features a new technology that isolates each pixel from neighbouring ones for higher quality photos. The camera app like always contains too many features to play with but this time you do get some useful ones, like the Live HDR and the selective focus! The selective focus doesn't always results in perfect effects but it is still fun and brings some style to your photos!Photos have good detail, and they do retain their sharpness even after zooming in, though this is not true in every case. Nonetheless, the colour reproduction is great, and even in low light, if you have the stabilizer on, you do get some good captures.
The Sony Xperia Z2 features the same 20.7 MP camera of the Z1, with some improvements across the board. When it comes to the app, it includes a few more features this time around, with Timeshift video, 4K video, augmented reality apps, and its own selective focus mode, along with Superior Auto, which does a really good job of selecting the right settings for each scene.The picture quality on this phone has been improved a lot from its predecessor in each and every field especially in dark areas! There is a lot of grain in photos especially in the 20.7MP shots but it does brings some nice colour reproduction too!
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| Sample shot from the galaxy s5! |
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| sample shot from the xperia z2! |
These two camera are right now the best you can get in a flagship and not just for posting on social media but also for the photographers in you as you get a lot of settings and effects to play with on both the devices and no matter what which one you choose, you will get an awesome camera giving you crisp and vibrant photos! However in low light, i wish it to be better!
TO SUM UP...
To sum up, both phones are great performers whether it is gaming, camera, battery life or giving you the best display quality! We can't really decide the winner but if i were to choose one, it will the sony xperia Z2 with a better built and UI!
IF YOU WANT TO CHECK OUT THE INDIVIDUAL ARTICLES I WROTE ON BOTH THE DEVICES, CLICK
FOR SAMSUNG GALAXY S5 ARTICLE!
FOR SONY XPERIA Z2 ARTICLE!
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