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Huawei Mate RS Porsche (256GB) vs Samsung Galaxy Alpha (SM-G850A)

Side by side comparison between Huawei Mate RS Porsche vs Samsung Galaxy Alpha phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Samsung Galaxy Alpha X Huawei Mate RS Porsche (256GB) 23Points
6"
AMOLED

1440x2880

40
MP

24mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

4000
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
07Points Samsung Galaxy Alpha (SM-G850A) Compare Huawei Mate RS Porsche X
4.7"
AMOLED

720x1280

12
MP

2.1mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

1860
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Huawei Mate RS Porsche (256GB)

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Mate RS Porsche (256GB)} 23 Advantages Huawei Mate RS Porsche (256GB) vs Galaxy Alpha (SM-G850A)} 7 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Alpha (SM-G850A)
+2.36GHz 64bit Octa-core31%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs2.5GHz 32bit Quad-core
+6GB LPDDR42 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs2GB LPDDR3
+256GB (243GB available)9 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs32GB (25GB available)
+1440x2880 pixels4 times
Higher resolution screen
vs720x1280 pixels
+537 PPI72%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs312 PPI
+6"28%
Larger screen
vs4.7"
+(triple camera) 40MP + 20MP + 8MP5 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 12MP
+Dual-LED flashAdvantage
The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
vsLED flash
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
vsOnly digital zoom
+OIS (6-axis): Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
vsEIS: Digital stabilization
+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
vsNot supported
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsHDR photo/video only main camera
+f/1.8 (aperture)22%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/2.2 (aperture)
+(front) 24MP10 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 2.1MP
+Android 8.1 OreoAdvantage
Android 8.1 Oreo is newer and safer
vsAndroid 5.0.2 Lollipop
+(4G LTE-A) 1200 Mbps7 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(4G LTE-A) 150 Mbps
+TemperatureAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+4000 mAh115%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs1860 mAh
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
+FMAdvantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
vsNot supported
+4.2 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 4.2 + A2DP is newer and faster
vs4.0 + A2DP
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsMicroUSB 2.0
+Waterproof (IP?)Advantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example
vsNot supported
183 grams (6.41 ounces)vs+115 grams (4.03 ounces)59%
Lighter
8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)vs+6.7 millimeters (0.26 inches)27%
Thinner
AMOLEDvs+Super AMOLEDAdvantage
Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)vs+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
Type-C reversible connectorvs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
Not supportedvs+Gorilla Glass 4Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

22 Common items in both devices
16 million
PDAF on back camera and autofocus front camera / Autofocus
4K UHD (3840x2160)
(front) Full HD (1920x1080)
4G LTE-A
Capacitive
Multitouch
+15 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Huawei Mate RS Porsche (256GB)Galaxy Alpha (SM-G850A)
ModelMate RS Porsche (256GB)Galaxy Alpha (SM-G850A)
Other model namesHuawei Mate RS Porsche Design NEO-AL00 (P20 Pro Porsche)AT&T Samsung Galaxy Alpha S801 SM-G850A for USA
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
USA
USA
BrandHuaweiSamsung
Release date4/1/20189/1/2014
Depth8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)6.7 millimeters (0.26 inches)
Size (width x height)72.5 x 152.9 millimeters (2.85 x 6.02 in)65.5 x 132.4 millimeters (2.58 x 5.21 in)
Weight183 grams (6.41 ounces)115 grams (4.03 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Protection against water and othersWaterproof (IP?)Not supported

📲 Display

Huawei Mate RS Porsche (256GB)Galaxy Alpha (SM-G850A)
Display typeAMOLEDSuper AMOLED
Screen size6" inches4.7" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~83.8% (screen-to-body ratio)~70.2% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1440x2880 pixels720x1280 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 10-pointsCapacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)537 PPI312 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass 4
Refresh ratefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Display featuresfeature not registeredfeature not registered

🤖 Operating System

Huawei Mate RS Porsche (256GB)Galaxy Alpha (SM-G850A)
System versionAndroid 8.1 OreoAndroid 4.4.4 KitKat
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 5.0.2 Lollipop
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Huawei Mate RS Porsche (256GB)Galaxy Alpha (SM-G850A)
Chipset64bit: HiSilicon Kirin 970 (10nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 MSM8974-AC (28nm)
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
4x 2.36GHz ARM Cortex-A73 (Quad-core)
4x 1.8GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core)
Quad-core, 1 processor:
4x 2.5GHz Krait 400 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerARM Mali-G72 MP12 850MhzQualcomm Adreno 330 578Mhz
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Huawei Mate RS Porsche (256GB)Galaxy Alpha (SM-G850A)
RAM memory6GB LPDDR42GB LPDDR3
Internal storage256GB (243GB available)32GB (25GB available)
External storageNot supportedNot supported

📶 Mobile networks

Huawei Mate RS Porsche (256GB)Galaxy Alpha (SM-G850A)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim cardNot supported
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload1200/50 Mbps150/50 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkTD-SCDMA 1900/2000
UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat18 (Bands 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,12,17,18,19,20,26,28)
TD-LTE (Bands 34,38,39,40)
LTE 700/850/1700/1800/1900/2100/2600 (Bands 1,2,3,4,5,7,17)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100Not supported
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat18 (Bands 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,12,17,18,19,20,26,28)
TD-LTE (Bands 34,38,39,40)
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-ANot supported

📷 Camera

Huawei Mate RS Porsche (256GB)Galaxy Alpha (SM-G850A)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
40 megapixels
20MP Mono
8MP RGB
12 megapixels
Main camera resolution7296x5472 pixels4608x2592 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
FlashDual-LED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.8 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length27mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/1.7" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
AutofocusPDAF on back camera and autofocus front cameraAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationOIS (6-axis): Optical stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomDigital and optical zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo on both camerasHDR photo/video only main camera
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Huawei Mate RS Porsche (256GB)Galaxy Alpha (SM-G850A)
Front camera (secondary)24 megapixels2.1 megapixels
Front camera resolution5632x4224 pixels1920x1080 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.0 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Huawei Mate RS Porsche (256GB)Galaxy Alpha (SM-G850A)
LoudspeakerSupportedSupported
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioFMNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, WMVMP4, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, OGG, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Huawei Mate RS Porsche (256GB)Galaxy Alpha (SM-G850A)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C reversible connectorMicroUSB 2.0
Audio outputType-C reversible connector3.5mm jack
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)Not supported
Bluetooth4.2 + A2DP4.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDouA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Huawei Mate RS Porsche (256GB)Galaxy Alpha (SM-G850A)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Fingerprint sensor
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
Temperature
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Fingerprint sensor
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Huawei Mate RS Porsche (256GB)Galaxy Alpha (SM-G850A)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
4.5V/5A
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity4000 mAh1860 mAh
Charger, wattsWired chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Talk time autonomy22 hours11 hours
Standby528 hours (22 days)feature not registered

➕ Other features

Huawei Mate RS Porsche (256GB)Galaxy Alpha (SM-G850A)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black, Red
• USB OTG On-The-Go
• Aluminum body
• EMUI 8.1
• Facial recognition
• Triple back camera with Leica optics
• 32-bit/384kHz audio
• Fast battery charging (58% in 30min)
• 3.5mm to USB-C headphone adapter
• VoLTE
• Leather flip-cover (black/red)
• DisplayPort 1.2
• Qi wireless charging
• IP67 certified: dust and water resistant up to 1 meter and 30min
• Colors: Black, Silver, White, Gold, Blue
• USB OTG On-The-Go
• Dual Shot camera (video + photo)
• Fingerprint sensor (PayPal certified)
• Dropbox 50GB
• ANT+ support

☢️ Radiation rate

Huawei Mate RS Porsche (256GB)Galaxy Alpha (SM-G850A)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registered1.25W/kg (head), 1.05W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registered0.4W/kg (head), 0.265W/kg (body)
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