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Motorola Moto Z4 (XT1980-3) vs Samsung Galaxy S5 (SM-G900W8)

Side by side comparison between Motorola Moto Z4 vs Samsung Galaxy S5 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Samsung Galaxy S5 X Motorola Moto Z4 (XT1980-3) 24Points
6.4"
OLED

1080x2340

48
MP

25mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

3600
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
12Points Samsung Galaxy S5 (SM-G900W8) Compare Motorola Moto Z4 X
5.1"
AMOLED

1080x1920

16
MP

2.1mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

2800
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Motorola Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)} 24 Advantages Motorola Moto Z4 (XT1980-3) vs Galaxy S5 (SM-G900W8)} 12 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S5 (SM-G900W8)
+2GHz 64bit Octa-core22%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs2.5GHz 32bit Quad-core
+4GB LPDDR4X100%
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs2GB LPDDR3
+128GB (109GB available)10 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs16GB (10GB available)
+UFS 2.1Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
vseMMC 5.0
+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC7 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsUntil 128GB microSD, microSDXC
+7.35 millimeters (0.29 inches)10%
Thinner
vs8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)
+Aluminum frame, glass front/backAdvantage
More resistant material
vsPlastic body, glass front
+1080x2340 pixels22%
Higher resolution screen
vs1080x1920 pixels
+6.4"25%
Larger screen
vs5.1"
+(back) 48MP2 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 16MP
+Dual-LED flashAdvantage
The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
vsLED flash
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
vsEIS: Digital stabilization
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsHDR photo/video only main camera
+1/2" inches30%
The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
vs1/2.6" inches
+f/1.7 (aperture)29%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/2.2 (aperture)
+(front) 25MP11 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 2.1MP
+Android 10Advantage
Android 10 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 6.0.1 Marshmallow
+(4G LTE-A) 600 Mbps3 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(4G LTE) 150 Mbps
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+3600 mAh29%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs2800 mAh
+FMAdvantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
vsNot supported
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs4.0 + A2DP
+USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
vsMicroUSB 3.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsMicroUSB 3.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
165 grams (5.78 ounces)vs+145 grams (5.08 ounces)14%
Lighter
OLEDvs+Super AMOLEDAdvantage
Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
403 PPIvs+432 PPI7%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
Not supportedvs+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supportedvs+ANT+Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Heart rateAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+HumidityAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+TemperatureAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)vs+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
P2i certifiedvs+IP67 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

24 Common items in both devices
16 million
Only digital zoom
PDAF: phase detection autofocus
4K UHD (3840x2160)
(front) Full HD (1920x1080)
4G LTE-A / 4G LTE
Capacitive
+17 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)Galaxy S5 (SM-G900W8)
ModelMoto Z4 (XT1980-3)Galaxy S5 (SM-G900W8)
Other model namesLenovo Moto Z4 (Unlocked) XT1980-3Galaxy S5 (Rogers, Bell, Telus) 4G LTE, Samsung Pacific
Country or region availableCanadaUSA
Canada, USA
Canada
Canada
BrandMotorolaSamsung
Release date6/6/20194/11/2014
Depth7.35 millimeters (0.29 inches)8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)
Size (width x height)75 x 158 millimeters (2.95 x 6.22 in)72.5 x 142 millimeters (2.85 x 5.59 in)
Weight165 grams (5.78 ounces)145 grams (5.08 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum frame, glass front/backPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersP2i certified: water repellent nano-coatingIP67 certified: dust proof and waterproof over 1 meter and 30min

📲 Display

Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)Galaxy S5 (SM-G900W8)
Display typeOLEDSuper AMOLED
Screen size6.4" inches5.1" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~84.8% (screen-to-body ratio)~69.6% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2340 pixels (19.5:9)1080x1920 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)403 PPI432 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass 3Gorilla Glass 3
Refresh rate60Hzfeature not registered
Display featuresNot supportedfeature not registered

🤖 Operating System

Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)Galaxy S5 (SM-G900W8)
System versionAndroid 9.0 PieAndroid 4.4.2 KitKat
Firmware updateAndroid 10Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)Galaxy S5 (SM-G900W8)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 SDM675 (11nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 MSM8974-AC (28nm)
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
2x 2GHz Kryo 460 Gold (Dual-core)
6x 1.7GHz Kryo 460 Silver (Hexa-core)
Quad-core, 1 processor:
4x 2.5GHz Krait 400 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 612 845MhzQualcomm Adreno 330 578Mhz
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)Galaxy S5 (SM-G900W8)
RAM memory4GB LPDDR4X2GB LPDDR3
Internal storage128GB (109GB available)
UFS 2.1
16GB (10GB available)
eMMC 5.0
External storageUntil 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)
Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)Galaxy S5 (SM-G900W8)
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload600/50 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 networkCDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
UMTS 850/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat12 (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (Bands 38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
LTE Cat4 (Bands 1,2,3,4,5,7,8,17)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedNot supported

📷 Camera

Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)Galaxy S5 (SM-G900W8)
Back camera (main camera)48 megapixels16 megapixels
Main camera resolution8000x6000 pixels5312x2988 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
FlashDual-LED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.7 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered31mm (lens)
Sensor size1/2" inches1/2.6" inches
Pixel size0.8µm pixel1.12µm pixel
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRHDR photo on both camerasHDR photo/video only main camera
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)Galaxy S5 (SM-G900W8)
Front camera (secondary)25 megapixels2.1 megapixels
Front camera resolution5760x4320 pixels1920x1080 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.0 (aperture)f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered22mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel size0.9µm pixelfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)Galaxy S5 (SM-G900W8)
LoudspeakerSupportedSupported
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioFMNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, DivX, XviD, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)Galaxy S5 (SM-G900W8)
USBUSB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoMicroUSB 3.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedMicro-B USB MHL-2
Bluetooth5.0 + A2DP/LE4.0 + 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) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEOA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedSupported

🧭 Sensors

Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)Galaxy S5 (SM-G900W8)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
ANT+
Barometer
Compass
Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted)
Gesture
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Heart rate
Humidity
Proximity sensor
Temperature
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)Galaxy S5 (SM-G900W8)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity3600 mAh2800 mAh
Charger, watts15W Wired fast chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedfeature not registered
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered21 hours
Standby418 hours (17.4 days)960 hours (40 days)

➕ Other features

Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)Galaxy S5 (SM-G900W8)
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: Flash Grey, Frost White
• 2.5D Gorilla Glass 3 display
• Max Vision display
• 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio display
• Moto Mods
• HD Voice
• HAC M4/T4
• Colors: Black, White, Blue, Gold
• Dual Shot camera (video + photo)
• Download Booster (LTE + WiFi)

☢️ Radiation rate

Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)Galaxy S5 (SM-G900W8)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)1.16W/kg (head), 1.44W/kg (body)feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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