Comparison samsung galaxy s7 vs huawei p10
Table of contents:
- Design
- screen
- Processor, memory and operating system
- Comparative sheet
- Camera and multimedia
- Autonomy and connectivity
- Conclusions and prices
Today we are going to face two high-end phones. The Samsung Galaxy S7 and Huawei P10 climb into our private ring to show us their main differences and similarities. The first of them has been on the market for some time. However, it is perfectly qualified to compete with a large part of the most current models, among which is the P10. Both offer an identical size screen, barely exceeding 5 inches. The processor is also a very important element for both of us. They boast of an eight-core and a RAM to match, 4 GB.
Neither the Galaxy S7 nor the P10 disappoint in the photographic section, neither in the battery or connections. You will wonder then what are their most significant differences. Which model is worth more. The differences, above all, we will find at the level of design, storage or front camera. Also in the color palette or screen resolution. In this case, the price will not be a very important element, it is very similar, although perhaps it will be during the next few days. And it is that from April 20 to 23 Huawei celebrates its day without VAT. The P10 family is included in the offer, so you can take advantage of it to get this model at a cheaper price. Taking all this into account, don't miss all the details in our next comparison below.
Design
The first differences are going to be found in the design. The Samsung Galaxy S7 employs an aluminum frame combined with sturdy glass on the front and back. The team makes use of 2.5D glass to fuse metal and glass at the edges. This leads to a curved look on the sides. Although it is a great chassis, we cannot deny that it has some cons. The use of glass causes the mobile to always be stained with fingerprints. It also makes it quite slippery. This will not happen as much in the P10, which is also somewhat less thick and heavy than its rival. The measurements of the Samsung Galaxy S7 are 142.4 x 69.6 x 7.9 millimeters and its weight is 152 grams. We can find it in the following colors: black, gold and silver.
In favor of the Galaxy S7 we can mention its water resistance. The phone has IP68 resistance that its rival lacks. This means that it can be submerged up to a meter deep for half an hour.
For its part, the Huawei P10 has added very interesting changes this year if we compare it to its predecessor the Huawei P9. This generation now features slightly more curved sides. Of course, the back is still metal, although it is covered with some type of ceramic or glass material. This makes its texture very soft to the touch. Also, the upper part is protected by Gorilla Glass, which makes it quite resistant.
We will find another of the novelties this year at the design level in the fingerprint reader. Huawei has included it in this generation on the front rather than the rear. Specifically on the start button, in the same place that its rival takes it. It is a change that for many users is somewhat more comfortable. The measurements of the Huawei P10, as we say, are somewhat lighter than those of the S7. 145.3 x 69.3 x 6.98 millimeters with a weight of 145 grams. The terminal can be found in a wide variety of colors: green, blue, white, pink, silver, gold and black. It is another of its most outstanding details.
screen
The screens of the devices we are comparing are identical in size, 5.1 inches. It is precisely the resolution that is going to be positively balanced on the side of the Galaxy S7. The South Korean terminal integrates a Super AMOLED panel with a QHD resolution of 2,560 x 1,440 pixels. The density, therefore, is 577 dots per inch.
In Huawei they have opted this year again for continuity. The Huawei P10 has a 5.1-inch screen with a Full HD resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels. This translates to a screen density of 432 dpi. We cannot deny that although it is a very good panel, it is not surprising at all.
Processor, memory and operating system
The Samsung Galaxy S7 and Huawei P10 perform similarly. In the first case we find an Exynos 8890 (manufactured by Samsung itself). It is a chip capable of offering eight processing cores. Four cores working at a speed of 2.3 GHz and the other four remaining cores doing it at 1.6 GHz. A Mali T880 MP12 GPU is responsible for the graphics. Likewise, we are accompanied by this SoC a 4 GB RAM memory and a storage capacity of 32 GB. The good thing is that it includes a memory card slot. In his case of type microSD up to 200 GB.
The Huawei P10 has inherited the processor from the Huawei Mate 9. We are talking about the Kirin 960, a chip with eight cores, four running at 2.36 GHz and another four running at 1.84 GHz. A GPU is responsible for the graphics section. Mali G71. This SoC also goes hand in hand with a 4 GB RAM. Of course, it has an internal space of 64 GB, a little more than that of the Galaxy S7. Expandable by using microSD type cards of up to 256 GB.
As far as the operating system is concerned, the Huawei P10 comes standard with Android 7, the latest version of Google's mobile platform. This system has included news. Among them we can highlight the multi-window function, which allows you to use two applications at the same time from the same screen. Nougat is available on the P10 with the new EMUI 5.1 customization layer, which is lighter and easier for the user.
The Samsung Galaxy S7 can now be upgraded to Nougat. The device, however, came standard with Android 6.0 Marshmallow. This system is accompanied by the customization layer of the TouchWiz company.
Comparative sheet
| Samsung Galaxy S7 | Huawei P10 | |
| screen | 5.1-inch, Quad HD 2,560 x 1,440 pixels | 5.1 inches, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 pixels (432 dpi) |
| Main chamber | 12 megapixel Dual Pixel sensor (12 + 12 mp), f / 1.7 aperture
Autofocus with phase detection pixels |
12 megapixels color (f / 2.2) + 20 megapixels monochrome (f / 1.9), PDAF, OIS, dual LED flash |
| Camera for selfies | 5 megapixels, f / 1.7 | 8 megapixels, f / 1.9 |
| Internal memory | 32GB (about 18GB free) | 64 GB |
| Extension | microSD up to 200GB | microSD up to 256GB |
| Processor and RAM | Samsung Exynos 8890 with eight cores and with support for 64 bits, 4 GB RAM | Kirin 960 (2.36 GHz Quad Core and 1.84 GHz Quad Core), 4 GB RAM |
| Drums | 3,000 mAh | 3,200 mAh |
| Operating system | Android 6.0 Marsmallow | Android 7.0 Nougat + EMUI 5.1 |
| Connections | BT 4.2, GPS, NFC, WiFi 802.11 ac | BT 4.2, GPS, USB-C, NFC, WiFi 802.11 ac |
| SIM | nanoSIM | nanoSIM |
| Design | Glass on the front and back and metal on the sides, colors: black, gold and silver | Metal and glass, colors: green, blue, white, pink, silver, black and gold |
| Dimensions | 142.4 x 69.6 x 7.9 millimeters (152 grams) | 145.3 x 69.3 x 6.98 millimeters (145 grams) |
| Featured Features | Fingerprint reader, IP68 resistance | Fingerprint reader |
| Release date | Available | Available |
| Price | 620 euros | 650 euros |
Camera and multimedia
The Samsung Galaxy S7 has a photographic section that is very on par with that of its rival. The biggest differences are going to be found in the front camera. This model has a dual sensor with a resolution of 12 megapixels. It includes Samsung's Dual Pixel system, which achieves very fast, almost instantaneous autofocus, even if the lighting conditions are poor. The aperture of this camera is comparable to f / 1.7. In addition, the South Korean firm has also introduced sensors that capture larger pixels, 1.4 microns (compared to the usual micron). That means that in each pixel it offers almost 50% more information. Logically the result will be much sharper and higher quality photos.
The front camera of the Samsung Galaxy S7 offers a resolution of 5 megapixels with an aperture of f / 1.7. This year it has been improved and an 8 megapixel one has been included, a brand that the P10 has also signed up for, as we will see below.
Huawei continues to bet on Leica and has collaborated with it again for its new flagship. The P10 has this year included a 12 megapixel color sensor with optical image stabilization and f / 2.2 aperture. It has also added a second monochrome sensor with a resolution of 20 megapixels and aperture f / 1.9. The main camera is capable of recording video with 4K resolution.
On the front, the Huawei P10 has included an 8 megapixel sensor camera with a fixed focus system. We are, without a doubt, before one of the most advanced cameras of the moment and that responds very well in any situation. Despite this, we cannot deny that it is very on par with that of its rival in this comparison. Despite having been on the market for over a year, the Galaxy S7 captures images at incredible quality.
Autonomy and connectivity
The Samsung Galaxy S7 improved on its predecessor in the battery section. This model slightly sacrificed the leanness of the previous model to fit a 3,000 milliamp battery. In our in-depth test we saw how the device could withstand a full day of intensive use without problems. In fact, it reached more than a day and a half with moderate use. Needless to say, if we ran out of battery, we would have the possibility of fast charging.
For its part, the Huawei P10 equips a 3,200 milliamp battery. According to the Asian company, this battery achieves an autonomy of up to 1.8 days with normal use. In our in-depth test we saw that it exceeded 13,8oo points in the AnTuTu test. This is a fairly good score and it beats terminals that know how to manage the battery very well, such as the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017. It should also be added that the P10 includes a fast charging system capable of offering a battery for 24 hours with only half an hour of charging.
And when it comes to connectivity, the two devices are state-of-the-art. Both have Bluetooth, GPS, NFC or 802.11ac WiFi. Of course, the Huawei P10 integrates a USB type C port, perfect for transferring files and data faster.
Conclusions and prices
As you may have seen, also at the time with funds, both the Galaxy S7 and the P10 are two unprecedented phones. Both really work perfectly and are trained to meet the demands of the most epicurean public. As we have seen, the main differences are going to be found in small details. For example, the Huawei P10 is lighter and can be chosen in a wide variety of colors. It also offers an 8 megapixel front camera, a little better than its rival, and a USB type C port. For its part, the Galaxy S7 has water resistance, which is always a plus, and, at this point, a somewhat cheaper price.
If you are thinking of acquiring one or the other, really either of the two will be a good choice. Remember, yes, that from April 20 to 23 you have the Huawei VAT-free day. Thus, the price of the device will fall relatively. Currently the Huawei P10 can be found for 650 euros. The Samsung Galaxy S7 is on sale for about 620 euros, although there are also offers on the Internet.
