Galaxy Note 4 vs iPhone 6 Plus specs comparison: Pros and cons of the latest smartphones
As Apple's iPhone 6 Plus has been recently unveiled and Samsung's Galaxy Note 4's release date in October has already been announced, customers have already begun comparing the pros and cons of these large-screen smartphones.
One of the most evident aspects of the two flagship devices is their dimension with which the Galaxy Note 4 is noticeably thicker and shorter. Samsung's device is 8.55 mm thick and measures 153.5 x 78.6 mm, while the iPhone 6 Plus is 7.1 mm thick and measures 158.1 x 77.8 mm.
Moreover, Apple's new device features a 5.5-inch display with 1920 x 1080 resolution. Samsung's offering comes with a larger Quad HD Super AMOLED display measuring 5.7 inches with 2560 x 1440 resolution, thereby contributing to increased clarity.
In terms of their covers, iPhone 6 Plus users can choose gold, white, or gray. Galaxy Note 4, on the other hand, will be offered in charcoal black, bronze gold, blossom pink, and frost white.
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The Optical Image Stabilization has been incorporated into both the iPhone 6 Plus and Galaxy Note 4, although the former comes with an 8MP rear camera while the latter's camera at its back is 16MP. In terms of front cameras, the iPhone 6 Plus is at 1.2 MP while the Galaxy Note 4 is at 3.7 MP.
For storage, Apple's offering provides various options including 16GB, 64GB and 128 GB. On the other hand, the Galaxy Note 4 features 32GB internal storage plus a microSD slot that can support cards with a maximum of 128GB.
Battery life remains a common concern among users looking into the two smartphones, iPhone 6 Plus may need further reworking as it comes with a 2915 mAh battery compared to the Galaxy Note 4 that has a 3220 mAh battery.
In terms of performance, the iPhone 6 Plus runs with a faster A8 64-bit processor while the Galaxy Note 4 comes with the Snapdragon 805 processor, which may be deemed as a 32-bit processor.
Furthermore, Apple's new gadget runs on the iOS 8 and features the Touch ID fingerprint sensor that calls for users to hold a thumb on the home button using only one hand. Samsung's offering comes with Android 4.4.4 KitKat and includes a similar fingerprint sensor, although users are required to scan the fingerprint on a senor using their two hands, thereby reducing convenience.
Nonetheless, the Galaxy Note 4 includes an S-Pen that is reportedly more sensitive compared to its predecessors. On the other hand, the iPhone 6 Plus lacks such feature.
As health-related features have become a trend these days, the iPhone 6 Plus has been incorporated with a new Health app to monitor one's health and fitness data, while the Galaxy Note 4 has sensors to determine the user's pulse and the level of UV radiation in a specific environment.
Apple has already announced that the iPhone 6 Plus comes with a retail price of $299.99 for 16GB and $399.99 for the 64GB. The 128 GB model comes with heftier price tag of $499.99. Installment plans and deals with mobile carriers will generate varied prices depending on their policies.
Meanwhile, the price for the Galaxy Note 4 has yet to be announced.