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Published Oct 2, 2014

Samsung Galaxy Alpha Review!

Marques Brownlee delves into the Samsung Galaxy Alpha, highlighting its pioneering metal frame as a departure from Samsung's traditional designs, while assessing its unique combination of premium aesthetics and mid-range performance.
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  • Specs Overview

    The Samsung Galaxy Alpha boasts impressive specifications that make it stand out in the market. highlights its octacore processor, 2GB of RAM, and LTE support, which contribute to its smooth performance. Despite these high-end features, it includes a 12-megapixel camera and a 720p OLED display, which may not match the latest flagship standards but still offer a vibrant and bright viewing experience 1.

    It's almost like a hybrid between the high end super premium stuff and the Samsung feel of last year.

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    This blend of features positions the Galaxy Alpha as a bridge between premium and mid-range devices, appealing to users who appreciate a premium feel without the flagship price tag.

       

    Performance

    In terms of performance, the Galaxy Alpha delivers a smooth and efficient user experience. notes that the combination of its high-end chipset and graphics with a 720p display ensures seamless operation, akin to the Galaxy S5 1. The phone's 4.7-inch screen size offers a comfortable fit in the hand, making it smaller than the iPhone 6 due to its thinner bezels.

    Performance is also really smooth when you combine, of course, that high end chipset, high end graphics, two gigs of RAM, and a 720p display.

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    While it may not be a full-fledged flagship, its performance is competitive, especially for those who prioritize build quality and design.

       

    Display

    The display of the Galaxy Alpha is a significant aspect of its design, featuring a 720p OLED panel. describes it as vibrant and saturated, providing a pleasing visual experience despite not being the highest resolution available 1. However, upon closer inspection, the display's limitations become apparent, leaving an impression of partial premium quality.

    This display is OLED, and yes, it's very vibrant and saturated and it does get pretty bright, so it's kind of pleasing.

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    This characteristic, combined with the phone's overall build, contributes to its appeal as a stylish yet not entirely top-tier device.

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