Is the Galaxy S5 Too Big?

[hockey9592]

I have a Razr Maxx (5.15 x 2.71). I am due for an upgrade in August on Verizon. I've been examining possible options and have narrowed my search down to the the HTC One M8 (5.76 x 2.78), Samsung Galaxy S5 (5.59 x 2.85), and the Sony Xperia Z2 (5.78 x 2.89) if it even comes to the US. I am pretty much sold on the Samsung Galaxy S5 but am worried, as with all new Android phones, that it is too big! I have friends with an LG G2 (5.45 x 2.79) and HTC DNA (5.55 x 2.78) and think these pones look huge compared to my Razr Maxx.

Bigger phone = better display + more space for better hardware. But I like to keep my Razr Maxx in my pants pocket while I work sitting in an office. Honestly, does anyone have a hard time storing the bigger phones in their pocket? And is it easier or harder to text/talk with a bigger phone? Ergonomics & comfort will play a big role in my decision on which Android phone I get.

 

[cmhsam]

M8 is bigger than s5. Coming from the iPhone 5s and using a nexus 5 for the past few months I can't go back to the phone with display less than 5". Tried using my kids ip5 last week and it felt small. Give it a few days and you won't want to go smaller

 

[jonebk12]

I'm coming from a RAZR maxx too and had the exact same concerns. Though I obviously don't have any experience with the S5 yet, the case I ordered has arrived. It's one of the really thin, light ones that matches the profile of the phone so I feel like it's a decent approximation. After playing around with it a little (taking it in and out of my pocket, etc.), my concerns about the size are mostly assuaged. It is bigger, yes. But I don't think I'll have too much trouble adjusting. Can't speak to texting/talking/using the phone of course.

 

[anon(52425)]

I have a Razr Maxx (5.15 x 2.71). I am due for an upgrade in August on Verizon. I've been examining possible options and have narrowed my search down to the the HTC One M8 (5.76 x 2.78), Samsung Galaxy S5 (5.59 x 2.85), and the Sony Xperia Z2 (5.78 x 2.89) if it even comes to the US. I am pretty much sold on the Samsung Galaxy S5 but am worried, as with all new Android phones, that it is too big! I have friends with an LG G2 (5.45 x 2.79) and HTC DNA (5.55 x 2.78) and think these pones look huge compared to my Razr Maxx.

Bigger phone = better display + more space for better hardware. But I like to keep my Razr Maxx in my pants pocket while I work sitting in an office. Honestly, does anyone have a hard time storing the bigger phones in their pocket? And is it easier or harder to text/talk with a bigger phone? Ergonomics & comfort will play a big role in my decision on which Android phone I get.

No.

 

[thegrants82]

I have a Razr Maxx (5.15 x 2.71). I am due for an upgrade in August on Verizon. I've been examining possible options and have narrowed my search down to the the HTC One M8 (5.76 x 2.78), Samsung Galaxy S5 (5.59 x 2.85), and the Sony Xperia Z2 (5.78 x 2.89) if it even comes to the US. I am pretty much sold on the Samsung Galaxy S5 but am worried, as with all new Android phones, that it is too big! I have friends with an LG G2 (5.45 x 2.79) and HTC DNA (5.55 x 2.78) and think these pones look huge compared to my Razr Maxx.

Bigger phone = better display + more space for better hardware. But I like to keep my Razr Maxx in my pants pocket while I work sitting in an office. Honestly, does anyone have a hard time storing the bigger phones in their pocket? And is it easier or harder to text/talk with a bigger phone? Ergonomics & comfort will play a big role in my decision on which Android phone I get.

Nope.

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[97TAWS6]

Nope..perfect size and feels much nicer to hold than my S3.

 

[mgloss]

No. Phone is great size. Run over to best buy to check it out.

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[Dionysusfan]

if your not upgrading till august more things may be out by then or coming soon, the motoX for instance is smaller so it's next version will probably be the small form factor and as good or better as the three phones your listing now,

 

[speed13]

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[speed13]

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[Eclipse2K]

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I love those cases! I have one on my Note 3.

Also, on topic, the S5 size isn't too big. I find the Note 3 to be a bit big at times and would maybe prefer an S5. However, the S-Pen is useful on certain websites so its difficult for me to let it go.

Although... The Electric Blue Spigen Neo Hybrid case makes me want to switch.

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (Verizon)

 

[IAmCashmere_D]

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I'm using the neo hybrid on my s4. The update is sick. Just copped one for the s5. Hopefully they arrive the same day.

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[Ry]

It's too big for me. But it seems the majority enjoy it.

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[thegrants82]

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Neos make galaxy s look huge.

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[GrooveRite]

It's too big for me. Bit it seems the majority enjoy it.

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Don't be such a 'SQUARE' Ry!! lolol!! Sorry, I couldn't resist. I find them to be ummm, 'square-ish' for my taste.

What do you think of the UAG case Ry??

 

[thegrants82]

Agreed. The Neo also adds a lot of bulk.

Don't be such a 'SQUARE' Ry!! lolol!! Sorry, I couldn't resist. I find them to be ummm, 'square-ish' for my taste.

What do you think of the UAG case Ry??

 

[katmandoo122]

No, the S5 is most definitely not too big. It is simply a momentary juxtaposition of your mind's impression based on past experience. When I got my first HTC EVO, it seems huge (and it was) because I was coming from Blackberry. Now, my S3 seems really small. Frankly, the hardest decision is between the S5 and the Note 3 and the Lumia 1520. The Note 3 with a case seems to physically big but the screen size is great. The Lumia 1520 without a case seems completely awesome. The S5 may be a tad too small after you ahve it for 3 weeks (or 3 days!).

 

[97TAWS6]

No, the S5 is most definitely not too big. It is simply a momentary juxtaposition of your mind's impression based on past experience. When I got my first HTC EVO, it seems huge (and it was) because I was coming from Blackberry. Now, my S3 seems really small. Frankly, the hardest decision is between the S5 and the Note 3 and the Lumia 1520. The Note 3 with a case seems to physically big but the screen size is great. The Lumia 1520 without a case seems completely awesome. The S5 may be a tad too small after you ahve it for 3 weeks (or 3 days!).

I'm in the same boat, but after messing around with the Note3 and S5 at the store, I may go S5. It'll be a nice upgrade from my S3.

 

[garublador]

I have an S4 and while I don't think it's too big, it's probably as big as I'd want to go. After using it for 10 months I think I'd prefer something slightly smaller rather than something slightly bigger. The big screen is nice, but it's difficult to reach the entire screen when holding the phone with one hand. It's not a huge deal because I can just put all of the icons and widgets I interact with the most at the bottom of the screen, but every once in a while I need to get to the upper left hand corner of the screen and having to shift the phone to make that possible is an opportunity to drop it. With the S5 it will be slightly worse than with the S4. I wouldn't call it a deal breaker, but it's worth considering, especially if you have a few months before you upgrade.

 

[Ry]

What do you think of the UAG case Ry??

Ginormous. But looks solid if you need that level of protection.