Each manufacturer of mobile devices,participating in the smartphone segment, strives to represent its flagship models as profitable as possible. Usually these are the most expensive, functional devices with advanced technologies and original design. However, the high cost of such devices cuts off a fairly wide audience of consumers. In order not to lose customers, developers produce smaller versions of the flagships, which are cheaper and somewhat lose to the originals in terms of technical support. An example of this approach is the Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini Duos SM, which is available in several versions. The model in many respects repeated the main features of a full-fledged smartphone S5, but it got more compact sizes with small adjustments in ergonomics.
As the capabilities of modernphones are complicated and the concept of positioning devices. In this case, the mini-version of S5 is quite comparable in the characteristics of the hardware with the model S3. The difference in price between these representatives of smartphones is 10 thousand rubles. For what does the younger version of the S5 pay? In fact, the device is attractive in many respects, even in spite of a serious loss in performance of the older modification. For example, unlike the same device S3, the smartphone Samsung G800H Galaxy S5 Mini Duos has protection of the housing IP67, the latest software developments, fingerprint sensors and heart rate, as well as moisture protection. In addition, it is impossible to reject such a factor as the flagship design. The image component has long become a full-fledged selection criterion, for which many users are willing to overpay large sums.
At the same time, it would be wrong to considerThe model is only as a reduced version of S5. This is in many respects an independent device that has its own mini-gadget spirit and differs already by its merits. First of all, this is a small size, a higher level of autonomy and increased ergonomics.
As already noted, in terms of filling thisthe representative of the flagship series loses the original version. The situation does not change and against the background of competitive models. In the segment of the flagship mini-smartphones Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini Duos, the technical characteristics of which are described below, looks rather modest:
The performance of this version is almost 2 timesless than the basic version of S5. But here it is important to take into account that the decrease in efficiency is reflected in the ability to support demanding graphics applications, games, etc. The effectiveness and speed of the interface has been fully preserved and the modification of the Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini Duos. The characteristics of the quad-core processor, which are expressed primarily by the maximum frequency index of 1.4 GHz, provide comfortable operation in normal modes.
As practice shows, usuallyAlmost half of the RAM remains free. That is, there are no problems with the closure of "difficult" applications due to an acute memory deficit. The limit is the same when you run several resource-intensive programs or games. Actually, the inability to handle such volumes of loading and is one of the main disadvantages of the device. But you can also accept this. But the problems with working with multimedia materials of HD-quality really seem strange for a smartphone claiming to be a flagship. Smooth unpleasant impressions smooth work of the menu, easy scrolling of lists and pages, and also convenient handling of browsers without delays and stops.
The model does not spoil the richness of useful programs, butdepending on the user requirements and this set may come in handy. The device works on the basis of Android in a relatively new version 4.4, and as a shell interface used the system TouchWiz UI. In the union, these components give good performance, but it is marred by an abundance of unnecessary applications. Many users of smartphones Samsung recommend and completely clean the stuffing of unnecessary programs, and if it is impossible - to block their activity. Of those programs that still won the trust, you can note SHealth (manager of sports performance and achievements), SPlanner (a convenient application in the form of a notebook), as well as Smart Remote (allows you to control the TV through the infrared port). To optimize the software, it is also recommended to perform a full update of the Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini Duos. Firmware in recent versions, for example, allows you to use a fresh operating system. True, experimenting with such actions should be very cautious.
Developers used the traditionalmonoblock form factor. For a typical phone, this solution seems familiar, but a smartphone with a touch screen in the case with the correct lines looks unusual. As for compactness, here not all can be described as belonging to the Mini segment. Dimensions can really please connoisseurs of small phones, but the weight gives a very real sense of the usual smartphone. The appearance of finishing the back covers of the Galaxy series has long been a reason for jokes from users. And yet, the tactile sensations of the Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini Duos SM can be called the most pleasant in this class. In addition, the material does not slip when touching and does not collect fingerprints. Also worth noting is the overall quality of the shell. Assembly eliminated play, creaks and inconsistencies in detail, which affects the longevity of the device. In addition, coatings are characterized by the presence of protective layers from moisture and dust.
The smartphone is provided with a Li-Ion battery, capacitywhich is 2100 mAh. According to the manufacturer, in standby mode, the device can be up to 440 hours. Conversational mode of using the phone can last up to 20 hours. For comparison, the older model has a battery for 2800 mAh. Despite such a difference in battery capacities, the younger model shows a higher degree of energy savings. This is facilitated by a modest screen size, and a small memory load of Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini Duos 16 GB, as well as a reduced in hardware capabilities. The fact is that engineers have set the processor clock speed to minimum values, thus limiting its speed. At the interface, this did not affect, but the overall performance was reduced.
The model is equipped with cameras at 8 and 2.1 MP.A more powerful module is also supplemented with support for LED flash and autofocus. Matrix management is implemented through a standard Korean interface. The user has a choice of several shooting modes, including retouching, panorama, series, HDR, etc. Among the settings in the Samsung Galaxy Mini Duos S5 is the adjustment of brightness, saturation and sharpness. Experienced photographers can also change the contrast with the level of exposure and photosensitivity. The result is good, regardless of the time of day. Even in low light conditions, shooting provides decent shots. There is also a good work of the focuser with a bright flash.
Like all smartphones from the flagship series, this oneThe model has a fairly wide range of channels for interacting with other devices. First of all, these are USB connectors. To the surprise of many users, the developers abandoned the Mass Storage mode, leaving only PTP. Not bad implemented Bluetooth in the version of LE. In addition to the high transfer rate, this receiver supports a wide range of profiles, including Handsfree and SIM Access. Of course, Samsung Galaxy Mini Duos S5 and Wi-Fi were not included. In many respects this module is similar to the interface of the "blue tooth". The Job Wizard allows the user to automatically connect to previously selected networks with the ability to store channels. There is a relatively new technology called S Beam. With this system, you can transfer files in a few gigabytes in minutes.
The smartphone comes in two mainModifications - with prefixes G800F and G800H. They do not have many differences, but, depending on the operating conditions, these nuances can play an important role. So, the model in the performance of G800F is a single-line device with a quad-core Exynos processor. The Samsung G800H version of the Galaxy S5 Mini Duos, as the name suggests, can be equipped with two SIM cards, and the processor uses a quad-core Snapdragon 400. The differences in hardware are insignificant in terms of operation. At least, the graphics chips are almost identical - with a frequency of 450 MHz. And yet Snapdragon 400 in the market of modern smartphones is considered obsolete, and the Exynos processor is a more recent development of Samsung.
The device though represents the junior linkflagship line, has many prerequisites for success. Users among the undoubted merits of this modification note the comfortable interface, a successfully implemented design with a rugged casing, a decent camera at 8 megapixels and a complete set for communication capabilities. Especially the Samsung Galaxy Mini Duos S5 is appreciated by fans listening to music, reading web pages and taking photos. This category of owners of the device emphasizes the compactness and speed of the model, which is important in conditions of active use of the phone. This, of course, does not mean that the gadget is not suitable for modern games and complex graphic materials, but a high loading of resources will certainly affect its efficiency for the worse.
In general, the device was not bad, but there is alsoprerequisites for further development. Many owners of the device criticize the creators who did not dare to use a more powerful processor. Still, the performance of hardware stuff can not be attributed to the strengths of the smartphone Samsung Galaxy Mini Duos S5 in all versions. Also, it should be noted large sizes precisely against the background of other mini-devices. The fact is that this segment is attractive just with ergonomics, achieved by modest dimensions. It can not be said that the device turned out to be massive, but it's also not necessary to seriously reduce the size of the original.
Start the comparison is with the mentioned model S3,which is a competition directly within the manufacturer's line. Of course, these are different models, at least according to the form factor, but the technical base is very similar. Mini-smartphone wins this model due to flagship advantages in the form of original design and more modern protective coatings. In turn, S3 is advantageous because it costs almost 2 times cheaper than the Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini Duos, whose price is 20 thousand rubles. The next opponent of the model is Xperia Z1 from Sony. This device is also ahead of the Korean development of a powerful processor, but can not offer the possibility of placing two "simoks". Very similar to the S5 Mini and the modification of the Nubia Z5 from the manufacturer ZTE. This gadget has the advantage of a good technical part, but, again, does not allow the use of two SIM cards. This model is larger in size, but at a price more attractive than the device from Korean developers.
Junior versions of flagship smartphones are releasedto reach those users who can not afford a full-fledged version of the device. Unfortunately, the smartphone Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini Duos can not be called affordable against the background of competitors. And this is not to say that almost all analogs from other manufacturers are equipped with more powerful processors. At the same time, the gadget also retained a number of advantages, which passed from the older version of S5. Among them, you can identify and stylish design, and high-strength protective coatings, as well as a good camera. There are also advantages to the model, which are the fast operation of the interface and the ease of physical handling. Nevertheless, these dignities are also typical for many analogues from other brands.
