The new Galaxy Note 7 was launched on August 19 and is one of the best smartphones released in 2016. However, a global recall regarding the battery explosion has all its owners. returning devices and potential buyers looking elsewhere. If you’re one of the many wondering what to buy instead, read our Galaxy Note 7 vs Galaxy S7 Edge comparison.
In February, Samsung announced the Galaxy S7 and the larger Galaxy S7 Edge, which offers a 5.5-inch screen. It has a lot to offer almost the same features as the Note 7 and is also water resistant. The screen is just a hair smaller than the Note, making it a great alternative.
Comparing two current Note 7 owners or potential buyers, they will realize that they are very similar. Both phones have a curved screen, a similar design, the same specs under the hood, and much more. There are a few key differences on the Note 7 like the S-Pen stylus, Iris scanner or more storage, but they’re not deal breaker for most. Read on for a full breakdown.
Galaxy S7 Edge (left) and Note 7 (Right)
When the Galaxy S7 Edge was announced with a large 5.5-inch display, many thought Samsung would increase the size of the Note to separate the two. That didn’t happen, however, and the end result are two phones that are extremely similar to what they’re offering, but a little more for a higher price tag. It all depends on how much the user is willing to spend and if that extra is worth a bigger screen and a few features you may or may not use. The Note 7 has a 5.7-inch display, which is only .2 larger than the 5.5-inch Galaxy S7 Edge. You will barely notice the difference.
If you’re debating whether to get the excellent and highly praised Galaxy S7 Edge, this should help. One of our favorite phones of the year won our Editors’ Choice Award, and we expected the Note 7 to get even better. So does it, but unfortunately a recall is causing problems for buyers now looking for the S7 Edge instead.
Below is a slideshow of everything potential buyers need to know about the new Galaxy Note 7, comparing it to the S7 Edge and what makes them different. Spoilers, not much and the S7 Edge is a great alternative worth picking up today.
