Galaxy Alpha
September 2014
The first Galaxy with a metal frame — a prototype of the S6.
- Display
- 4.7″ HD Super AMOLED
- Chipset
- Exynos 5430 (octa, 20 nm)
- Camera
- 12 MP
- Battery
- 1860 mAh
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Model history
The Alpha was a response to criticism of plastic bodies: for the first time a Galaxy had a metal frame and a premium slim design. Its design language became the basis for the revolutionary S6.
Full specifications
| Display | 4.7″ HD Super AMOLED |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 720 × 1280 (312 ppi) |
| Chipset | Exynos 5430 (octa, 20 nm) / Snapdragon 801 |
| RAM | 2 GB |
| Storage | 32 GB |
| Main camera | 12 MP, autofocus |
| Front camera | 2.1 MP |
| Battery | 1860 mAh, removable |
| OS | Android 4.4 (up to 5.0.2) |
| Dimensions | 132.4 × 65.5 × 6.7 mm |
| Weight | 115 g |
| Build | Metal frame + plastic |
| Launch price | $650 |
Galaxy Alpha — frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy Alpha released?+
The Galaxy Alpha was released in September 2014.
What are the Galaxy Alpha's display specifications?+
The Galaxy Alpha has a 4.7″ HD Super AMOLED.
What chipset does the Galaxy Alpha use?+
The Galaxy Alpha is powered by the Exynos 5430 (octa, 20 nm) / Snapdragon 801, with 2 GB of RAM and 32 GB of storage.
What camera does the Galaxy Alpha have?+
The Galaxy Alpha's main camera is 12 MP, autofocus, with a 2.1 MP front camera.
What is the battery capacity of the Galaxy Alpha?+
The Galaxy Alpha has a 1860 mAh, removable battery.