Galaxy S4 Active
A rugged, water-resistant take on the Galaxy S4 for the outdoors.
The Galaxy S4 Active is a flagship Samsung smartphone released Jun 2013, with a launch price of $650. It pairs the Snapdragon 600 with a 5.0" LCD display, a 8 MP main camera and a 2,600 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 48/100 — The rugged Galaxy for the outdoors. Standout strengths: ip67 dust and water resistance. and physical camera/home buttons for wet use. Main trade-off: lcd instead of the s4's amoled.
The rugged Galaxy for the outdoors.
The Galaxy S4 Active brought IP67 water and dust resistance and physical buttons to Samsung's flagship line, launching the "Active" sub-brand. It swapped the AMOLED for LCD, but for outdoor and active users it offered flagship power that could take a soaking.
Read the full review- IP67 dust and water resistance.
- Physical camera/home buttons for wet use.
- Underwater "Aqua" camera mode.
- Removable battery + microSD.
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Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy S4 Active released?
The Galaxy S4 Active was released in Jun 2013.
How much does the Galaxy S4 Active cost?
The Galaxy S4 Active launched at $650 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy S4 Active screen size and type?
The Galaxy S4 Active has a 5.0" LCD display.
What chipset does the Galaxy S4 Active use?
The Galaxy S4 Active is powered by the Snapdragon 600 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy S4 Active have?
The Galaxy S4 Active ships with 2 GB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy S4 Active battery capacity?
The Galaxy S4 Active has a 2,600 mAh battery.
What is the Galaxy S4 Active main camera?
The Galaxy S4 Active has a 8 MP main camera.
Does the Galaxy S4 Active have a headphone jack?
The Galaxy S4 Active has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Galaxy S4 Active get software updates?
The Galaxy S4 Active update policy: To Android 5.0.
How much does the Galaxy S4 Active weigh?
The Galaxy S4 Active weighs 153 g.
What colours does the Galaxy S4 Active come in?
The Galaxy S4 Active is available in 3 colours: Dive Blue, Urban Gray, Orange Flare.
Is the Galaxy S4 Active worth buying?
The Galaxy S4 Active brought IP67 water and dust resistance and physical buttons to Samsung's flagship line, launching the "Active" sub-brand. It swapped the AMOLED for LCD, but for outdoor and active users it offered flagship power that could take a soaking. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy S4 Active an editorial score of 48/100.
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