| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $450.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA / LTE
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| Launch | Announced | 2014, August. Released 2014, September |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 132.4 x 65.5 x 6.7 mm (5.21 x 2.58 x 0.26 in) |
| Weight | 115 g (4.06 oz) | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM | |
| Display | Type | Super AMOLED |
| Size | 4.7 inches, 60.9 cm2 (~70.2% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~312 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 4 | |
| Platform | OS | Android 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0 (Lollipop) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801 (28 nm) | |
| CPU | Quad-core 2.5 GHz Krait 400 | |
| GPU | Adreno 330 | |
| Memory | Card slot | No |
| Internal | 32GB 2GB RAM | |
| Features | eMMC 5.0 | |
| Main Camera | Single | 12 MP, f/2.2, 31mm (standard), PDAF |
| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR | |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 720p@120fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 2.1 MP |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | |
| Features | Sensors | Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, heart rate |
| Features | ANT+ | |
| Battery | Type | Li-Ion 1860 mAh, removable |
| Stand-by | Up to 312 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 13 h (3G) | |
| Music play | Up to 59 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Charcoal Black, Sleek Silver, Dazzling White, Frosted Gold, Scuba Blue |
| Models | SM-G8508S, SM-G850W, SM-G850A | |
| SAR | 1.25 W/kg (head) 1.05 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.40 W/kg (head) 0.27 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 450 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Samsung Galaxy Alpha (S801)
Advantages
- Luminous AMOLED panel engineered for vivid color accuracy and outdoor readability
- Dependable daily multitasking and gaming stability powered by Qualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)
- Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio
Disadvantages
- Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
- Fixed internal storage configuration without expandable MicroSD card support
Engineered from the ground up with a focus on structural poise and industrial refinement, the Samsung Galaxy Alpha (S801) exemplifies Samsung's contemporary hardware craftsmanship. The exterior is assembled with a structurally reinforced chassis, providing a rigid backbone that resists torsional stress while remaining comfortable during prolonged handheld sessions. Up front, visual interaction is commanded by a AMOLED display measuring 4.7 inches , calibrated for precise color rendition, deep contrast, and remarkable outdoor legibility.
Internal computing horsepower is governed by the Qualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801 (28 nm) architecture. The silicon handles heavy compute workloads, high-framerate rendering, and extensive background multitasking with robust thermal dissipation and zero perceptible UI hesitation. On the photographic front, the optics module—centered on a 12MP primary sensor—operates with disciplined exposure metering, yielding natural contrast balance and reliable detail preservation across diverse lighting scenarios.
Sustained endurance is delivered by a 1860mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds designed to minimize downtime throughout grueling work schedules. With modern network support including steady 4G LTE, the Samsung Galaxy Alpha (S801) emerges as a technically accomplished, impeccably assembled device built for lasting everyday performance.
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