Launch report · Samsung

Galaxy Note 4: Metal-framed phablet.

SpecEagle Editorial·Oct 2014·$700·Score 78/100

Note 4 added a metal frame and QHD AMOLED to Samsung's phablet — the last great removable-battery Note.

Key specs at launch

Display
5.7" QHD AMOLED
Chipset
Snapdragon 805 / Exynos 5433
RAM
3 GB
Battery
3,220 mAh
What stands out
  • QHD AMOLED rare in 2014.
  • Metal frame upgrade.
  • Removable battery.
  • S Pen.
What to watch
  • Still faux-leather back.
  • 16 MP cam OK not great.
  • TouchWiz heavy.
  • 176 g.
The phone it has to beat
Nexus 5 (LG)
$349 · score 84/100