Affiliate links within this post may be commissionable.<\/em><\/p>\n Image via Flickr by\u00a0R\u0103zvan B\u0103lt\u0103re\u021bu<\/p>\n The Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge smartphones have a lot in common. A casual observer might not even spot differences between the two devices. There are, however, some subtle variations you should think about before deciding which version to buy.<\/p>\n In this smartphone showdown, you\u2019ll learn about what makes each of these smartphones unique so that you can buy the one that best matches your needs.<\/p>\n The Galaxy S7 measures 5.61 \u00d7 2.74 \u00d7 0.31 inches. The S7 Edge\u2019s dimensions are 5.85 \u00d7 2.85 \u00d7 0.30 inches. Samsung, in other words,\u00a0gave the S7 Edge a slightly larger body. The difference won\u2019t matter to most people, but others may find a larger or smaller size enticing. It\u2019s worth noting that the S7 Edge only weighs 0.18 ounces more than the Galaxy S7, so the larger size doesn\u2019t feel heavy in your pocket.<\/p>\n The S7 Edge\u2019s larger size gives it room for a bigger screen. The S7 has a 5.1-inch screen, while the S7 Edge has a 5.5-inch display. Again, this isn\u2019t something that will make a significant difference to most people. Those who pay attention to the details, however, need to know these things.<\/p>\n The S7 Edge does have an innovative display that extends to the phone\u2019s side edges. This makes it possible for Samsung and other app makers to add edge panels for easy access to favorite apps, shortcuts, news, and other goodies. This is an creative development, but a lot of users don\u2019t seem to care about it. In the end, it just depends on your preference.<\/p>\n Verdict: <\/strong>Depends on your preference.<\/p>\n Consumers tend to focus on battery life when choosing smartphones. No one wants a mobile device that runs out of power halfway through the day. After some complaints that the Galaxy S6 didn\u2019t keep up with expectations, Samsung devoted itself to finding a better option for the S7 generation.<\/p>\n The S7 comes with a 3,000-mAh battery that can last an entire day with normal use. The S7 Edge\u2019s larger size, however, means it can hold a 3,600-mAh battery. That\u2019s not a huge increase, but it may matter to people who constantly use their smartphones.<\/p>\n Realistically, reviewers find that either phone will give you first-rate battery life. At the end of the day, though, the S7 Edge will have about 10 percent more power than the S7.<\/p>\n Verdict<\/strong>: S7 Edge, but only slightly<\/p>\n The Samsung Galaxy S7 has a 12-megapixel rear camera capable of taking brilliant pictures in low-light conditions. Perhaps more important, though, it is the first smartphone camera to feature dual pixels, resulting in faster autofocus. The camera also stands out for its 4K video capability and light-gathering f\/1.7 lens.<\/p>\n The front camera\u2019s 5-megapixel design obviously can\u2019t compete with the 12-megapixel rear camera, but it\u2019s good enough for selfies.<\/p>\n Samsung gave the S7 Edge the same-resolution cameras as the S7, so there\u2019s not much to compare in this category. Either model, however, can arguably take better pictures than its competitors.<\/p>\n Verdict: <\/strong>Tie<\/p>\n Samsung wisely decided to give the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge phones identical Snapdragon 820 quad-core processors. The Snapdragon 820 stands out as one of the fastest mobile processors available, so you can expect both phones to stream and run most apps flawlessly and\u00a0download quickly.<\/p>\n Verdict: <\/strong>Tie<\/p>\n You have to think about price when comparing two of the top-selling smartphones. The Galaxy S7 retails at $699, and the S7 Edge sells for $799. Considering that the S7 and S7 Edge tie in nearly every category, you have to wonder whether the larger screen and innovative edges are worth the extra $100. Of course, you can often get lower prices through some service providers, so if you can find a good deal, go for it.<\/p>\n Verdict: <\/strong>Galaxy S7<\/p>\n The Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge have a lot in common, but that doesn\u2019t mean you won\u2019t prefer one over the other. Before you decide which one to purchase, take a careful look at the features and consider how they will affect you. The average consumer may not see significant differences, but smartphone aficionados will likely find one of these designs more attractive than the other.<\/p>\n In 2006, Jenilee graduated with a BS in Emerging Technology and Design. In 2012 she obtained an MBA in Ecommerce. Jenilee currently works for a small manufacturing company designing websites, email marketing, digital advertising, and print advertising campaigns.<\/p>\n Connect with Jenilee on social media or visit her blog at http:\/\/geekysweetie.com <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\nBody and Screen Size<\/h2>\n
Battery Life<\/h2>\n
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