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Galaxy Alpha

Galaxy Alpha

September 2014

The first Galaxy with a metal frame — a prototype of the S6.

Metal frame (first)6.7 mm thinCompact flagship
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

Display4.7″ HD Super AMOLED
Resolution720 × 1280 (312 ppi)
ChipsetExynos 5430 (octa, 20 nm) / Snapdragon 801
RAM2 GB
Storage32 GB
Main camera12 MP, autofocus
Front camera2.1 MP
Battery1860 mAh, removable
OSAndroid 4.4 (up to 5.0.2)
Dimensions132.4 × 65.5 × 6.7 mm
Weight115 g
BuildMetal frame + plastic
Launch price$650
Current price (est.)$35 — approx., used market

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.

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