Xiaomi Mi 6 (64GB) vs Samsung Galaxy S5 Duos (SM-G900FD)

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Side by side comparison between Xiaomi Mi 6 vs Samsung Galaxy S5 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

8/29/2017 11:20 PM, updated: 5/10/2020 7:37 PM

Compare Samsung Galaxy S5 X Xiaomi Mi 6 (64GB) 17Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.15"
IPS

1080x1920

12.2
MP

8mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

3350
mAh

(Non removable)

14Points Samsung Galaxy S5 Duos (SM-G900FD) Compare Xiaomi Mi 6 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.1"
AMOLED

1080x1920

16
MP

2.1mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

2800
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Mi 6 (64GB)

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!

17 Advantages Xiaomi Mi 6 (64GB)	vs	14 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S5 Duos (SM-G900FD)
+2.45GHz 64bit Octa-core (10nm)44% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	2.5GHz 32bit Quad-core
+6GB LPDDR4X2 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	2GB LPDDR3
+64GB (53GB available)4 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	16GB (10GB available)
+7.5 millimeters (0.3 inches)8% Thinner	vs	8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)
+5.15"1% Larger screen	vs	5.1"
+(dual camera) 12.2MP + 12MP52% Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 16MP
+Dual-LED flashAdvantage The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light	vs	LED flash
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures	vs	Only digital zoom
+OIS (4-axis): Optical stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video	vs	EIS: Digital stabilization
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	HDR 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.	vs	f/2.2 (aperture)
+(front) 8MP3 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies	vs	(front) 2.1MP
+Android 7.1.1 NougatAdvantage Android 7.1.1 Nougat is newer and safer	vs	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
+(4G LTE-A) 450 Mbps2 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(4G LTE) 150 Mbps
+3350 mAh20% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	2800 mAh
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster	vs	4.0 + A2DP
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	MicroUSB 3.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Not supported	vs	+Until 128GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards
168 grams (5.88 ounces)	vs	+146 grams (5.11 ounces)15% Lighter
TFT IPS LCD	vs	+Super AMOLEDAdvantage Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
428 PPI	vs	+432 PPI1% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
1/2.9" inches	vs	+1/2.6" inches12% The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
Not supported	vs	+ANT+Advantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Heart rateAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+HumidityAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+TemperatureAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily
Type-C reversible connector	vs	+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
USB 2.0 Type-C reversible connector	vs	+MicroUSB 3.0, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Water splash resistant (don't immerse)	vs	+IP67 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

21 Common items in both devices

16 million

1080x1920 pixels

PDAF: phase detection autofocus

4K UHD (3840x2160)

(front) Full HD (1920x1080)

4G LTE-A / 4G LTE

Capacitive

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📱 Model features
	Xiaomi Mi 6 (64GB)	Galaxy S5 Duos (SM-G900FD)
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Model	Xiaomi Mi 6 (64GB)	Galaxy S5 Duos (SM-G900FD)
Other model names	Xiaomi Mi6 MCE16, Xiaomi Sagit	Galaxy S5 Dual-Sim G900FD (4G LTE), Samsung Pacific
Country or region available	(Global, International), China, Hong Kong, Taiwan	(Europe)
Brand	Xiaomi	Samsung
Release date	4/1/2017	6/1/2014
Depth	7.5 millimeters (0.3 inches)	8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)
Size (width x height)	70.5 x 145.2 millimeters (2.78 x 5.72 in)	72.5 x 142 millimeters (2.85 x 5.59 in)
Weight	168 grams (5.88 ounces)	146 grams (5.11 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Water splash resistant (don't immerse)	IP67 certified: dust proof and waterproof over 1 meter and 30min
📲 Display
	Xiaomi Mi 6 (64GB)	Galaxy S5 Duos (SM-G900FD)
Display type	TFT IPS LCD	Super AMOLED
Screen size	5.15" inches	5.1" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~71.4% (screen-to-body ratio)	~69.6% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x1920 pixels	1080x1920 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	428 PPI	432 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass 3
Refresh rate	feature not registered	feature not registered
Display features	feature not registered	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Xiaomi Mi 6 (64GB)	Galaxy S5 Duos (SM-G900FD)
System version	Android 7.1.1 Nougat	Android 4.4.2 KitKat
Firmware update	feature not registered	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Xiaomi Mi 6 (64GB)	Galaxy S5 Duos (SM-G900FD)
Chipset	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 (MSM8998) (10nm)	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 MSM8974-AC (28nm)
CPU	Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 2.45GHz Kryo 280 (Quad-core) 4x 1.9GHz Kryo 280 (Quad-core)	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 2.5GHz Krait 400 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 540 (670-710MHz)	Qualcomm Adreno 330 578Mhz
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Xiaomi Mi 6 (64GB)	Galaxy S5 Duos (SM-G900FD)
RAM memory	6GB LPDDR4X	2GB LPDDR3
Internal storage	64GB (53GB available)	16GB (10GB available) eMMC 5.0
External storage	Not supported	Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Xiaomi Mi 6 (64GB)	Galaxy S5 Duos (SM-G900FD)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	2 slots (Dual-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	450/50 Mbps	150/50 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	CDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO TD-SCDMA 1900/2000 UMTS 850/900/1900/2100	UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat9 850/900/1800/2100/2600 (Bands 1,3,5,7,8) TD-LTE 1900/2300/2500/2600 (Bands 38,39,40,41)	LTE Cat4 (Bands 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20)
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE	GPRS, EDGE
📷 Camera
	Xiaomi Mi 6 (64GB)	Galaxy S5 Duos (SM-G900FD)
Back camera (main camera)	(dual camera) 12.2 megapixels 12MP f/2.652mm	16 megapixels
Main camera resolution	4032x3016 pixels	5312x2988 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
Flash	Dual-LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/1.8 (aperture)	f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length	27mm lens	31mm lens
Sensor size	1/2.9" inches	1/2.6" inches
Pixel size	1.25µm pixel	1.12µm pixel
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	OIS (4-axis): Optical stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Digital and optical zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Supported	Supported
HDR	HDR photo on both cameras	HDR photo/video only main camera
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Xiaomi Mi 6 (64GB)	Galaxy S5 Duos (SM-G900FD)
Front camera (secondary)	8 megapixels	2.1 megapixels
Front camera resolution	3264x2448 pixels	1920x1080 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	22mm lens
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Xiaomi Mi 6 (64GB)	Galaxy S5 Duos (SM-G900FD)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	2 microphones or more
Radio	Not supported	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, DivX, XviD	MP4, DivX, XviD, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, OGG, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Xiaomi Mi 6 (64GB)	Galaxy S5 Duos (SM-G900FD)
USB	USB 2.0 Type-C reversible connector	MicroUSB 3.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	Type-C reversible connector	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Micro-B USB MHL-2
Bluetooth	5.0 + A2DP/LE	4.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 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
DLNA	Supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou
NFC	Supported	Supported
Infrared port	Supported	Supported
🧭 Sensors
	Xiaomi Mi 6 (64GB)	Galaxy S5 Duos (SM-G900FD)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Fingerprint sensor Gyroscope Hall effect Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor ANT+ Barometer Compass Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted) Gesture Gyroscope Hall effect Heart rate Humidity Proximity sensor Temperature
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Xiaomi Mi 6 (64GB)	Galaxy S5 Duos (SM-G900FD)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	3350 mAh	2800 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	feature not registered	21 hours
Standby	feature not registered	960 hours (40 days)
➕ Other features
	Xiaomi Mi 6 (64GB)	Galaxy S5 Duos (SM-G900FD)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, Blue, White • USB OTG On-The-Go • MIUI 8.0 • Fast battery charging • Quick Charge 3.0 • VoLTE	• Colors: Black, White • Dual Shot camera (video + photo) • Download Booster (LTE + WiFi)
☢️ Radiation rate
	Xiaomi Mi 6 (64GB)	Galaxy S5 Duos (SM-G900FD)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	0.562W/kg (head), 0.406W/kg (body)