Samsung Galaxy Alpha
The Samsung Galaxy Alpha is a budget-focused device, powered by the Exynos 5430 Octa (20 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2014).
2014 · Lower-mid-range · Android 4.4.4 (KitKat)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓4.7" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓Lightweight at 115g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,860 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Exynos 5430 Octa (20 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 2GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗12 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Exynos 5430 Octa (20 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A15 & 4x1.3 GHz Cortex-A7)
OS
Android 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0.2 (Lollipop)
RAM
2GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
312 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
Super AMOLED
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
12 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Video
4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 720p@120fps
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
1,860 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 1860 mAh, removable
Weight
115g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
132.4 x 65.5 x 6.7 mm (5.21 x 2.58 x 0.26 in)
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, heart rate
Colors
Charcoal Black, Sleek Silver, Dazzling White, Frosted Gold, Scuba Blue
