- Conclusion Get the lowdown
- Features How it compares
- Performance Real world benchmarks
- Differences Technical showdown
- Reviews Word on the street
- Competition Others to consider
- Discussion Answers and opinions
Samsung Galaxy Note
- Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
- 4G
- 5.3"
- Dual core 1.4 GHz
Released April, 2011
by GSM Arena (Sep, 2011)The back cover is made of finely textured plastic (very similar to that of the Galaxy S II), which is nice to the touch and great at hiding fingerprints.
Conclusion Check out the Samsung Galaxy Note
First reviewed April, 2012
Features Key features of the Samsung Galaxy Note
1.4 GHz
Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich 4G
Rated 80% by by TrustedReviews (Apr, 2012)Touch focus is supported, and that glorious huge HD screen allows you to adjust shots with pinpoint accuracy.
screen size
5.3"
4.3"
4.3"
Galaxy Note by Richard-Culleton (Dec, 2011)I am not much of a gamer but Riptide GP is pretty cool on the big screen.
Galaxy Note by ibrahim (Apr, 2013)I love especially for its big screen that is why i bought it in the first place.
screen resolution
Galaxy Note by Juwan-I.-Hayward (Nov, 2011)I was so excited to receive my note, and I am simply amazed by the screen resolution and speed!! The build quality is excellent, the device is light (and thin if that's your thing), and a fully charged battery lasts from morning 'til night!
Galaxy Note by Dimitri-Suraweera--Dimi (Apr, 2012)I honestly cannot see and difference in resolution on this compared to the iphone's retina display although 'technically' the retina display has a higher resolution.
memory
| 0 GB | 2 GB   | 2 GB |
processor
Galaxy Note by GSM Arena (Aug, 2012)It only has two CPU cores and non-expandable storage, but beats the Galaxy Note 10.1 for build quality and choice of (tablet-optimized) apps.
Galaxy Note by Syed-Maqbool-Hassan (Jan, 2012)The speed is good due for dual core (1.4GHz dual core) processor and I don't feel it slow.
camera resolution
| 0 MP | 5 MP   | 8 MP |
Galaxy Note by c|net (Feb, 2012)One of the best features of most phones in the Samsung Galaxy S II line is the 8-megapixel camera.
Galaxy Note by Numa-Barquero--numa (Nov, 2012)The 8 megapixel camera, takes great pictures and when you're taking them, and your viewing through the 5 inch screen, is a huge photo taking experience, incredible.
Performance Real world tests of Samsung Galaxy Note
cpu speed
Galaxy Note by Daisy-S--Daisy-SFast processor.5) I get 3G+ speeds for data and it is fast, fast, fast!
talk time
810 min
360 min
610 min
Galaxy Note by bleach (Jul, 2012)I suspect that I'm way below average on talk time but I'm also in extremely poor signal areas (both at home and at work).
Galaxy Note by tokunbo (Jan, 2013)the draw down to this is the battery only gives about two hours of talk time.
Our analysis How does it stack up against its top 10 competitors
pros
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3.5 mm -
Android Market -
Capacitive -
8 MP -
32 GB -
OLED screens are typically higher contrast and use less power -
5.3" -
2,500 mA·h -
Supports the fastest, most reliable networks -
1280 x 800 -
Enables payment by phone and other wireless communications -
49,200 min -
810 min -
Micro USB with MHL -
84 Mb/s (HSPA+) -
1.4 GHz -
8 MP -
Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich -
284 ppi -
1920 x 1080 @ 30 fps -
Listen to music and news from local radio stations -
79.61% -
Play games and use applications that take advantage of device rotation -
Share your cellphone's data plan with other devices -
10 mm
cons
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83 x 147 x 10 mm -
178 g -
Apr, 2011
Reviews Word on the street
 |   Rated by 4 users at amazon.com Rated 80% by by Pham-Tran-Duc-Anh (Feb, 2013) Rated 100% by by Richo (Nov, 2012) Rated 100% by by Lionel-B. (Nov, 2011) |
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Screen
Samsung Galaxy Note 16 GB | by TrustedReviews (Apr, 2012)What will interest those of an artistic pursuasion, though, is the quality of the display.
Samsung Galaxy Note 16 GB | Rated 79% by by The Verge (Feb, 2012)Contrast on this tabletphone’s display is simply incredible, with deep and menacing blacks juxtaposed against strong, vibrant colors.
Samsung Galaxy Note 16 GB | by GSM Arena (Apr, 2012)We can only dream of what the Note 10.1 could've been like with a tablet-sized Super AMOLED screen, but the PLS LCD used here offers pretty good image quality too.
Apps
Samsung Galaxy Note 16 GB | Rated 80% by by TrustedReviews (Apr, 2012)The stylus works throughout the interface, and aside from dedicated apps, Samsung has added a few nice OS-wide touches.
Samsung Galaxy Note 16 GB | by GSM Arena (Feb, 2012)The Galaxy family voice commands are more of a direct competitor of the Siri service that Apple promoted so heavily on the iPhone 4S.
Samsung Galaxy Note 16 GB | by GSM Arena (Aug, 2012)It has quite the music collection and the prices are pretty much the same as on the iTunes Store.
Battery
Samsung Galaxy Note 16 GB | by GSM Arena (Nov, 2011)Opening the battery cover reveals the 2500 mAh battery, which is powerful enough to get the Galaxy Note through several days of moderate use on a single charge.
Samsung Galaxy Note 16 GB | Rated 100% by by KSBAY (Dec, 2011)Battery life is brilliant, considering the screen and processor powering the G-Note it easily lasts for a 2 days if used heavily (Web browsing, emails, phone calls,Note taking, games) and goes up till 3 days if you stick to non-demanding activities such as phone calls and web browsing.
Samsung Galaxy Note 16 GB | Rated 100% by by Morning-Joy (Aug, 2012)I feel like I made the best choice possible out of any phone out there and except for the battery life, which might be a setting thing, I am very satisfied with my Galaxy Note!
Video
Samsung Galaxy Note 16 GB | Rated 100% by by Timothy-Tasmin--AKB48-Follower (Feb, 2012)Video capturing is a very awesome experience too with a smooth framerate in 1080p.
Samsung Galaxy Note 16 GB | Rated 100% by by LizC (Dec, 2011)Lots of tools like image stabilization, geotagging, face/smile/blink detection, scene modes, metering, and a lot more.-Browser plays 1080p flash video, love it.-Screen is very responsive to the touch.
Samsung Galaxy Note 16 GB | by GSM Arena (Sep, 2011)1080p video playing in the browser • Touch-optimized Flash games run smoothly.
Operating system
Samsung Galaxy Note 16 GB | Rated 40% by by Po-lun--Li--Po (Jul, 2012)THE PHONE ITSELF HAS MAJOR PROBLEMS SUCH AS SCREEN TEAR, AUTOMATIC SHUT DOWN, AND BATTERY FAST USAGE WHEN NOT OPERATING ANY SOFTWARE.
Samsung Galaxy Note 16 GB | Rated 87% by by c|net (Oct, 2012)Dolcourt/CNET). Still, to rely on the handwriting software day in and out, recognition must be consistently accurate, reliable, and fast.
Samsung Galaxy Note 16 GB | Rated 100% by by Malachi-Pride (Aug, 2012)The android os(which I upgraded to ics), widgets, and the spen have been awesome!
Competition What else you should consider
 | 1 | LG Nexus 4 Sharpest screen LG Nexus 4 vs Samsung Galaxy Note |
 | 2 | Samsung GALAXY Grand Newest on the market GALAXY Grand vs Galaxy Note |
 | 4 | Samsung Galaxy S III Most built-in storage Galaxy S III vs Galaxy Note |
 | 5 | Samsung Galaxy Note II Rated the best by consumers Note II 32 GB vs Note 16 GB |
 | 6 | Motorola RAZR XT910 Is waterproof Motorola RAZR XT910 vs Samsung Galaxy Note |
 | 7 | Nokia Lumia 820 2-way tie: Longest battery life during active use Nokia Lumia 820 vs Samsung Galaxy Note |
 | 8 | BLU Studio 5.3 5-way tie: Supports Flash BLU Studio 5.3 vs Samsung Galaxy Note |
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Expert I
Apple iPhone 4S
- iOS 6
- 3.5G
- 3.5"
- Dual core 0.8 GHz
3 more Sortable users recommended the Samsung Galaxy Note over the Apple iPhone 4S.
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Beginner II
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votes Battery capacity is measured in mAh. The Galaxy Note has around 80% higher capacity battery, 2,500 mAh vs 1,420 mAh. However, the Galaxy Note 2 has 3,100 mAh, making it the phone with the (in to...
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- January 5, 2013
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Beginner I
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votes Go for android because i am typical apple user but recently my 4s is dropped on ground so i have sent it to repair. so i have borowed a galaxy note from my brother temperarly and i get addicted ,...
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- January 13, 2013
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Sony Xperia S
- Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
- 3.5G
- 4.3"
- Dual core 1.5 GHz
2 more Sortable users recommended the Sony Xperia S over the Samsung Galaxy Note.
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Intermediate I
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votes Between these two phones I would choose the Samsung Galaxy Note. For gaming the bigger screen of the Galaxy Note would be nice. It also has a better battery life which would also be nice as well.
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- September 20, 2012
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