How many versions of the Samsung Galaxy S7 will be released when the flagship is unveiled? Apparently, there will be Two versions those that will be launched, and the logical thing would be to think that one will be standard and the other will have curved screen. However, the second version may actually be a Samsung Galaxy S7 Premium.
A Premium version
The latest details of this version claim that it would be a Samsung Galaxy S7 that would look very similar to the flagship. However, its screen would be different, as it would have a 4K resolution. It doesn't seem unlikely if we take into account that more and more mobile phones with high-density panels are arriving and that Samsung is one of the screen manufacturers most relevant in the world, with experience in Super AMOLED and technologies such as Always On Display and virtual reality.
In addition, there will be another difference with respect to the basic model of the flagship: the graphics section, something that would make a lot of sense if the smartphone has a 4K screen. Instead of using the 12-core graphics processor announced with the Exynos 8890, this Premium variant would bet on a Mali-T880 14-core. It would keep the Samsung Exynos 8890 chip, but with a improved GPU to support more pixels and VR experiences with less heat and greater stability.
Galaxy S7 features confirmed and key extras
- Display and layout: panel 5,1-inch Super AMOLED with resolution QHD (1440 x 2560) and 577 dpi, function Always On Display, protection Gorilla Glass 4, glass and metal body with profile IP68K, physical Home button with fingerprint reader y Notification LED.
- Performance and memory: variants with Exynos 8890 u Snapdragon 820, GPU Mali-T880 or Adreno 530, 4 GB LPDDR4, storage UFS 2.0 32/64 GB and microSD up to 200 GB in the same tray as the nanoSIM. System of liquid refrigeration, Game Launcher y Game Tools to record games, limit FPS and avoid interruptions.
- Chambers: rear sensor 12 SM to aperture f / 1.7, approach Dual Pixel y OIS, video UHD; front camera of 5 SM f/1.7. Good night performance, mode Pro and consistent results in photo and video.
- Battery and charging: 3.000 mAh (non-removable), 15W fast charge y wireless charging Qi/PMA. Sufficient battery life for a moderate day; intensive use may require a mid-day recharge.
- Connectivity and sensors: LTE Cat 9, NFC to Samsung Pay, Bluetooth 4.2, Wi‑Fi ac, ANT+, GPS, 3,5 mm jack. Maintains microUSB (no USB‑C) and, depending on the market, does not include FM radio. Sensors of heart rate y blood oxygen.
- Software and services: Android with TouchWiz/Samsung Experience layer and official update up to Android 8 Oreo. tools like Smart Switch for data migration, Knox for security and compatibility with VR Gear.
Two phones with a curved screen?
If the difference between one version and another is the 4K screen, there is a possibility that, in reality, the two versions of the smartphone will have a curved screenSamsung has already launched high-end mobile phones with curved panels, the first being the Galaxy Note Edge and then the two versions of the Galaxy S6 with this screen. That is, Samsung could consider that its flagships should have a curved panel, and launch all versions with it. Thus, a Samsung Galaxy S7 or with a Samsung Galaxy S7 Premium with a 4K display.
In that scenario, the S7 would maintain the format 5,1 inches and the S7 with a larger curved panel would offer more battery (up to 3.600 mAh in some variants), with dimensions and higher weight. In both cases we would still see a single rear camera well resolved, IP68K, Always On, microSD and the classic 3,5 mm jack.
In everyday use, the Galaxy S7 moves the most apps and games with ease thanks to its hardware, although they may appear occasional slowdowns when switching between very heavy applications. The mode Game Launcher helps optimize performance, avoid notifications and record games, while liquid cooling reduces temperature spikes during intense sessions.
The camera remains a strong point: with Dual Pixel, f / 1.7 y OIS offers good detail, very fast focusing and solid low-light results. The 3.000 mAh battery It comes with fast, wireless charging; for a demanding profile, it's wise to plan for an intermediate charge.
The arrival of an S7 Premium would fit as an option for those who want more definition on screen and additional graphics muscle, while the standard S7 remains a balanced benchmark in size, camera, and high-end extras. When both offerings are officially unveiled, it'll be easier to choose based on panel, battery, and performance needs.
