Samsung Galaxy S5 vs LG G2: Life in the fast lane

23 April 2014
This has been going on for a while now but, as both makers are keener than ever to outdo each other in the race to the Android top, their flagships are only getting more and more alike. The biggest difference is now in the timing, which is also part of the game...

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  • AnonD-81824
  • v{U
  • 24 Apr 2014

ha ha .. anybody convinced enough to sell G2 for S5 ??

yeah we all knows s5 is an outdated phone which got delayed in market by 6 months .

G2 can still rule the world bcoz of dev support in XDA .
it can shoot 4k and 120 fps videos. so whats new in s5 ? fingerprint scanner and S-lag ??

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    • AnonD-215718
    • KZ8
    • 24 Apr 2014

    should be s5 vs g pro 2..

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      • AdamBoy64
      • Fv4
      • 24 Apr 2014

      I think if I was getting one, I'd go for the LG with the FM Radio. That's a handy feature.

      Being cheaper is always welcome too.

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        • AnonD-251095
        • 3Dx
        • 24 Apr 2014

        AnonD-257214, 24 Apr 2014I wish reviews like this faced the fact that the LG actuall... moreA very good point sir, i was just gonna write the same thing, when it comes to screen reviewers gotta mention those dirty on-screen buttons alot more.

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          • AnonD-257214
          • nSd
          • 24 Apr 2014

          I wish reviews like this faced the fact that the LG actually has a much smaller screen - at least a smaller _usable_ screen - due to the on-screen back/home etc. controls. I was tempted by the G2 to replace my old Galaxy S3 but when I compared the two recently I found my S3 actually gave me more usable screen size despite being 'only' 4.8". Suddenly the compact size of the G2 seemed rather less impressive!

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            • Anonymous
            • 4D7
            • 24 Apr 2014

            In the sunlight contrast ratio they show the galaxy note 3 instead of the galaxy s5

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              • Anonymous
              • 4QS
              • 24 Apr 2014

              Tech-9, 24 Apr 2014Can someone explain me 3.06 2.6 2.2. What are these measur... moreTheoretically the bigger the sensor and the more mega pixels the better the camera.

              However that is not always the case. Just like anything else many other things play into it. Like the size of the individual pixels itself, the type of optics, how many lenses there are, having OIS or software, how well it's implemented, how well the software is tuned for it, and so forth.
              As well when it comes to sensor size as you can see the smaller number actually means a bigger sensor.

              And where to look? Places like here on Gsmarena are a good start. They explain these things well and show good comparisons.

                Can someone explain me 3.06 2.6 2.2. What are these measures about mobile cameras
                What to look when buying phone
                Larger sensor smaller mpx or smaller sensor bigger mpx ?

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                  • AnonD-175677
                  • t7X
                  • 24 Apr 2014

                  G2 for me.and after two months i will upgrade to G3

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                    • AnonD-175677
                    • t7X
                    • 24 Apr 2014

                    Anonymous, 23 Apr 2014I like how they pointed out the obvious, but at least did i... moreLG is not copying Samsung infact Samsung is just following LG in Electronic Industry!
                    LG brought many Firsts in Electronic Industry long time ago before samsung entered Electronic Industry.

                    LG was came first before Samsung

                    Remember Goldstar?

                    Samsung was a FOOD MAKER Company before they adopted Electronic industry.



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                      • Anonymous
                      • Rth
                      • 24 Apr 2014

                      If the G2 were overclocked to the same clock speed as the 801, wouldn't they be equivalent?

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                        • AnonD-175677
                        • t7X
                        • 24 Apr 2014

                        G2 is still fine.
                        I prefer the Longer battery life and still great camera.

                        But i admit S5 is overall winner.


                        Just wait for G3!


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                          • Anonymous
                          • Yb8
                          • 24 Apr 2014

                          Anonymous, 23 Apr 2014Before I even delve into this... People understand it's al... moreLol "somewhat better battery"? The g2 still hold better battery times than the s5. The s4 had terrible battery life. I have the s5 right now and it's nothing special. Really just a reiteration of the s4 with some upgrades. The g2 was a much better package. Cheaper. Faster. Brighter. Better design/bezels, better camera. It even got kitkat first. I love Samsung but the g2 is underrated and a lot of people only see brand names. G2 was one of the best phones I've ever owned looking forward to the g3

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                            • Anonymous
                            • HI8
                            • 23 Apr 2014

                            AnonD-219781, 23 Apr 2014Get ready for fanboys and haters to try and deny this crush... moreYes it amazing but the design .......... ugh

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                              • Anonymous
                              • 4QS
                              • 23 Apr 2014

                              AnonD-184261, 23 Apr 2014These smartphones belong to different generations and still... moreWow. Good way to excessively exaggerate a couple minute details into supposedly having some supreme meaning.

                              Let go of the bias and open your eyes.

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                                • AnonD-142922
                                • nxk
                                • 23 Apr 2014

                                here are two best phones .. search this on youtube :
                                VIVO XPLAY 3S VS LG G2 Running Score Reviews

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                                  • AnonD-184261
                                  • 0Uu
                                  • 23 Apr 2014

                                  These smartphones belong to different generations and still the G2 is better in some of the specs. When the G3 comes in, who will even remember the S5?

                                    [deleted post]I don't understand why people like so much to point at others like fanboys, I was just referring to plain benchmark figures. These phones are not the fastest as the title implies and I've used the G2 for 2 weeks, it's not even very stable I'd say; it crashes a lot and has the most horrible UI I have seen for a flagship.

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                                      • Anonymous
                                      • 4QS
                                      • 23 Apr 2014

                                      I like how they pointed out the obvious, but at least did it in a nice way without just coming out and saying.
                                      LG is copying Samsung in order to try and beat them.

                                      If you are going to take longer to come out with a product to beat someone. And do so by copying their looks and features...You might want to try a little harder to outdo though.

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                                        • AnonD-219781
                                        • 49B
                                        • 23 Apr 2014

                                        Get ready for fanboys and haters to try and deny this crushing victory for the S5. Seriously, get over it, it is just a phone. The fact that it has the best display, great performance, great battery life, amazing camera, durability and waterproofing, etc. won't kill you. Go on with your lives without needing to yell "SAMSUCK".