Lenovo ZUK Z2 (Z2131 32GB) vs Samsung Galaxy S5 (SM-G900M)

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Side by side comparison between Lenovo ZUK Z2 vs Samsung Galaxy S5 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

1/21/2018 9:32 PM, updated: 5/10/2020 5:07 PM

Compare Samsung Galaxy S5 X Lenovo ZUK Z2 (Z2131 32GB) 13Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5"
LTPS

1080x1920

13
MP

8mp

3GB
RAM

Quad-core

3500
mAh

(Non removable)

16Points Samsung Galaxy S5 (SM-G900M) Compare Lenovo ZUK Z2 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? Samsung Galaxy S5 (SM-G900M)

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!

13 Advantages Lenovo ZUK Z2 (Z2131 32GB)	vs	16 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S5 (SM-G900M)
+2.15GHz 64bit Quad-core1% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	2.5GHz 32bit Quad-core
+3GB LPDDR450% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	2GB LPDDR3
+32GB (21GB available)110% More internal storage for applications and files	vs	16GB (10GB available)
+441 PPI2% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	432 PPI
+(front) 8MP3 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies	vs	(front) 2.1MP
+Android 7.0 NougatAdvantage Android 7.0 Nougat is newer and safer	vs	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
+(4G LTE-A) 300 Mbps100% Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(4G LTE) 150 Mbps
+PedometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+UV radiationAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+3500 mAh25% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	2800 mAh
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)
+4.1 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 4.1 + A2DP 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
149 grams (5.22 ounces)	vs	+145 grams (5.08 ounces)3% Lighter
8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)	vs	+8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)5% Thinner
LTPS LCD	vs	+Super AMOLEDAdvantage Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
5"	vs	+5.1"2% Larger screen
(back) 13MP	vs	+(back) 16MP24% Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+ANT+Advantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+BarometerAdvantage 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
Not supported	vs	+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
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
Not supported	vs	+IP67 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

25 Common items in both devices

16 million

1080x1920 pixels

LED flash

Only digital zoom

PDAF: phase detection autofocus

EIS: Digital stabilization

HDR photo only main camera / HDR photo/video only main camera

+18 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	Lenovo ZUK Z2 (Z2131 32GB)	Galaxy S5 (SM-G900M)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	ZUK Z2 (Z2131 32GB)	Galaxy S5 (SM-G900M)
Other model names	Lenovo Zuk Z2131 3GB RAM, Lenovo Z2131, 联想 Zuk Z2	Vodafone Galaxy S5 G900M (4G LTE), Samsung Pacific
Country or region available	(Global, International), China	(Latin America), Brazil
Brand	Lenovo	Samsung
Release date	6/1/2016	4/11/2014
Depth	8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)	8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)
Size (width x height)	68.9 x 141.7 millimeters (2.71 x 5.58 in)	72.5 x 142 millimeters (2.85 x 5.59 in)
Weight	149 grams (5.22 ounces)	145 grams (5.08 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	IP67 certified: dust proof and waterproof over 1 meter and 30min
📲 Display
	Lenovo ZUK Z2 (Z2131 32GB)	Galaxy S5 (SM-G900M)
Display type	LTPS LCD	Super AMOLED
Screen size	5" inches	5.1" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~70.6% (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)	441 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
	Lenovo ZUK Z2 (Z2131 32GB)	Galaxy S5 (SM-G900M)
System version	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow	Android 4.4.2 KitKat
Firmware update	Android 7.0 Nougat	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Lenovo ZUK Z2 (Z2131 32GB)	Galaxy S5 (SM-G900M)
Chipset	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996 (14nm)	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 MSM8974-AC (28nm)
CPU	Quad-core, 2 processors: 2x 2.15GHz Kryo (Dual-core) 2x 1.6GHz Kryo (Dual-core)	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 2.5GHz Krait 400 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 530 624Mhz	Qualcomm Adreno 330 578Mhz
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Lenovo ZUK Z2 (Z2131 32GB)	Galaxy S5 (SM-G900M)
RAM memory	3GB LPDDR4	2GB LPDDR3
Internal storage	32GB (21GB available)	16GB (10GB available) eMMC 5.0
External storage	Not supported	Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Lenovo ZUK Z2 (Z2131 32GB)	Galaxy S5 (SM-G900M)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card	Not supported
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	300/50 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 Cat6 850/900/1700/1800/1900/2100/2600 (Bands 1,2,3,4,5,7,8) TD-LTE 1900/2300/2500/2600 (Bands 38,39,40,41)	LTE Cat4 (Bands 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 17)
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	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Lenovo ZUK Z2 (Z2131 32GB)	Galaxy S5 (SM-G900M)
Back camera (main camera)	13 megapixels	16 megapixels
Main camera resolution	4128x3096 pixels	5312x2988 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	31mm lens
Sensor size	1/2.6" inches	1/2.6" inches
Pixel size	1.34µm pixel	1.12µm pixel
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Supported
HDR	HDR photo only main camera	HDR photo/video only main camera
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Lenovo ZUK Z2 (Z2131 32GB)	Galaxy S5 (SM-G900M)
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	f/2.0 (aperture)	f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	22mm lens
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.4µm pixel	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Lenovo ZUK Z2 (Z2131 32GB)	Galaxy S5 (SM-G900M)
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.264, H.263	MP4, DivX, XviD, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, OGG, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Lenovo ZUK Z2 (Z2131 32GB)	Galaxy S5 (SM-G900M)
USB	USB 2.0 Type-C reversible connector	MicroUSB 3.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Micro-B USB MHL-2
Bluetooth	4.1 + A2DP	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	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Supported
🧭 Sensors
	Lenovo ZUK Z2 (Z2131 32GB)	Galaxy S5 (SM-G900M)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Fingerprint sensor Gyroscope Hall effect Pedometer Proximity sensor UV radiation	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
	Lenovo ZUK Z2 (Z2131 32GB)	Galaxy S5 (SM-G900M)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	3500 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
	Lenovo ZUK Z2 (Z2131 32GB)	Galaxy S5 (SM-G900M)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	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: Titanium Black, Ceramic White • Aluminum frame • Back glass • ZUI 2.5 • Always-on display • Fast battery charging: 83% in 30min • Quick Charge 3.0 • 24-bit/192kHz audio	• Colors: Black, White, Blue, Gold • Dual Shot camera (video + photo) • Download Booster (LTE + WiFi)
☢️ Radiation rate
	Lenovo ZUK Z2 (Z2131 32GB)	Galaxy S5 (SM-G900M)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	1.24W/kg (head), 1.58W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	0.658W/kg (head), 0.359W/kg (body)