iPhone 5S Vs. Samsung Galaxy S5: Most Unique Selling Points Of Two Of The Best Mobile Phones Reviewed; Which Smartphone Has The Best Specs And Price Combination?

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The iPhone 5S vs. the Samsung Galaxy remain to be the go-to device for most people around the planet.

Tech innovation giants, Apple and Samsung, both have undeniably set the tone in the mobile phone industry with the public always on the lookout for their next moves.  No wonder, they have become the default choice of many.

But when it comes to smartphone specs, which flagship product is a better buy?

While user preference is the major factor in deciding which mobile device to get, some features unique to a particular phone could be its most unique selling point.

See which one suits you best by reading a quick comparison between the iPhone 5S vs. Samsung Galaxy S5.

Resolution

The iPhone 5s has a 1,136x640 resolution, making it incapable of playing Full HD videos. But its 377ppi pixel density that makes it impossible for users to notice individual pixels.

The Galaxy S5 on the other hand boasts of a 1,920x1080 Full HD resolution, with a 432ppi pixel density, making it compatible to play Full HD videos and browse through desktop versions of websites without having to adjust the size of the fonts.

Look

Off the bat, the iPhone 5 reigns in this category. The iPhone has always remained to be a top choice among users that value quality design. As compared with the Samsung Galaxy S5, the iPhone looks more sophisticated, more expensive and sturdier. Tech experts have always pointed out that the S5 has been using the same plastic materials from its predecessors.

Screen

The Samsung Galaxy S5 is the better choice when it comes to screen size, hands down. Its 5.1-inch display is favored by many than the iPhone 5's 4-inch display. The Galaxy S5 also has a higher pixel density despite the iPhone 5 having an Apple retina display.

Camera

With its 16MP camera, the Samsung Galaxy S5 is capable of recording 4K video recording plus other high-end features, while iPhone 5's 8MP camera can only record full HD videos.

Battery

The iPhone 5S with its M7 motion processor and 1,560mAh battery gives the smartphone an excellent battery life. With its brightness set to just 50% and with other connectivity options (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS) turned off, the 5S battery can last up to 14 hours.

Meanwhile, the Galaxy S5 has a larger 2,800mAh battery, but since it has a larger screen and faster processor, shorter battery life is expected. However, the smartphone can last for 17 hours if the user intends to use it for purely watching videos.

Which device is more appealing to you: the iPhone 5S or the Samsung Galaxy S5? Sound off below!

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