Galaxy Note 4 vs Galaxy Note 5
A side-by-side look at the Galaxy Note 4 and the Galaxy Note 5 — how their displays, chipsets, cameras, batteries and full specifications compare, so you can see what changed and which one fits you.
Galaxy Note 4 vs Galaxy Note 5: the key differences
The Galaxy Note 5 arrived in 2015, 1 year after the Galaxy Note 4 (2014), and moves the line forward in several areas.
- ◆Processor: the Galaxy Note 5 runs the Exynos 7420 (14 nm), while the Galaxy Note 4 uses the Snapdragon 805 / Exynos 5433.
- ◆Memory: the Galaxy Note 5 offers more RAM — up to 4 GB vs 3 GB.
- ◆Battery: the Galaxy Note 4 has the larger battery, 3,220 mAh vs 3,000 mAh.
- ◆Main camera: Galaxy Note 4 — 16 MP with OIS; Galaxy Note 5 — 16 MP with OIS, f/1.9.
- ◆Weight: the Galaxy Note 5 is lighter at 171 g (vs 176 g).
- ◆Software: Galaxy Note 4 shipped with Android 4.4.4 (up to 6.0.1); Galaxy Note 5 with Android 5.1.1 (up to 7.0).
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Full specification comparison
| Specification | Galaxy Note 4 | Galaxy Note 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Release | October 2014 | August 2015 |
| Display | 5.7″ Quad HD Super AMOLED | 5.7″ Quad HD Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1440 × 2560 (515 ppi) | 1440 × 2560 (518 ppi) |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 805 / Exynos 5433 | Exynos 7420 (14 nm) |
| RAM | 3 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage | 32 GB + microSD | 32 / 64 GB |
| Main camera | 16 MP with OIS | 16 MP with OIS, f/1.9 |
| Front camera | 3.7 MP | 5 MP |
| Battery | 3220 mAh, removable | 3000 mAh, wireless charging |
| OS | Android 4.4.4 (up to 6.0.1) | Android 5.1.1 (up to 7.0) |
| Dimensions | 153.5 × 78.6 × 8.5 mm | 153.2 × 76.1 × 7.6 mm |
| Weight | 176 g | 171 g |
| Build | Metal frame + plastic | Glass + aluminum |
| Launch price | $699 | $699 |
Bold values indicate a difference between the two models.