Samsung Galaxy S7 edge (USA)
The Samsung Galaxy S7 edge (USA) is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2016).
2016 · Lower-mid-range · Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Razor-sharp 534 PPI display — text and images look crisp
✓5.5" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓Lightweight at 157g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 3,600 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm) for simple tasks only
✗12 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingPhotography
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
OS
Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), TouchWiz UI
RAM
4GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
534 ppi
Razor-sharp — text is crystal clear
Panel
Super AMOLED
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
12 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Video
4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 1080p@60fps, 720p@240fps, HDR, stereo sound rec., OIS
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
3,600 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 3600 mAh, non-removable
Weight
157g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
150.9 x 72.6 x 7.7 mm (5.94 x 2.86 x 0.30 in)
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, heart rate, SpO2
Colors
Black Onyx, Silver Titanium, Gold Platinum, Coral Blue
