Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) The Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801 (28 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2014).
2014 · Lower-mid-range · Android 4.4.2 (KitKat) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 5.1" · 142 x 72.4 x 7.9 mm (5.59 x 2.85 x 0.31 in)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)
RAM 2GB
Storage 16GB
Main Camera 16 MP · LED flash
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Sharp 432 PPI screen
✓ 5.1" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓ Lightweight at 144.9g — easy to carry
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Smaller 2,800 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗ Basic Qualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗ Only 2GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage days Gaming Multitasking Multitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2014, February. Released 2014, April
Also Known As
Versions: G900V (Verizon); G900R4 (US Cellular); G900P (Sprint)
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 2.5 GHz Krait 400
OS
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0.1 (Lollipop), TouchWiz UI
RAM
2GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
432 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
Super AMOLED
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
16 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Video
4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, HDR
🔋 Battery
Capacity
2,800 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2800 mAh, removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
144.9g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
142 x 72.4 x 7.9 mm (5.59 x 2.85 x 0.31 in)
Colors
Charcoal Black, Shimmery White
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, gesture, heart rate
📶 Network
Technology
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Speed
EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps, HSPA
2G Bands
CDMA 800 / 1900 - all versions
3G Bands
CDMA2000 1xEV-DO - all versions
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
USB
microUSB 3.0 (MHL 2.1 TV-out), OTG
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) support 5G?› No, the Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) does not support 5G — it supports GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE.
Does the Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) have NFC?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) support wireless charging?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) supports wireless charging (Wireless).
Does the Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) support reverse wireless charging?› No reverse wireless charging mentioned for the Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA).
Does the Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) support fast charging?› Charging details: Wireless.
Is the Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) waterproof? What is the IP rating?› The Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) is rated IP67 — IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).
Does the Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) have expandable storage?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) support dual SIM?› The Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) SIM configuration: Micro-SIM.
Does the Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) have a headphone jack?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) ship with?› The Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) ships with Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0.1 (Lollipop), TouchWiz UI.
What type of USB port does the Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) use?› The Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) uses microUSB 3.0 (MHL 2.1 TV-out), OTG.
Does the Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) support Wi-Fi 7?› The Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot.
Does the Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Samsung Galaxy S5 (USA) has 4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE, aptX.
