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Samsung Galaxy S5 mini
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Samsung Galaxy S5 mini

Released: 2014, June. Released 2014, JulyPrice: About 220 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.1.1 (Lollipop), TouchWiz UI
CPUQuad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-400MP4
NFCYes (LTE model only)
SAR0.63 W/kg (head) 0.82 W/kg (body)
SIMMicro-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size4.5 inches, 55.8 cm, 2, (~65.7% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeSuper AMOLED
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
BrandSamsung
ModelSamsung Galaxy S5 mini
PriceAbout 220 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 42.2(LTE)/21.1(3G)/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
CameraPhoto, /, Video
ColorsCharcoal Black, Shimmery White, Electric Blue and Copper Gold
ModelsSM-G800H, SM-G800F, SM-G800M, SM-G800Y
SAR EU0.97 W/kg (head) 0.56 W/kg (body)
Single2.1 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight120 g (4.23 oz)
ChipsetExynos 3470 Quad
DisplayContrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 3.174 (sunlight)
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, heart rate
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20 - G800F
FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Internal16GB 1.5GB RAM
Released2014, June. Released 2014, July
Announced2014, June. Released 2014, July
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE, aptX
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 10 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions131.1 x 64.8 x 9.1 mm (5.16 x 2.55 x 0.36 in)
Music playUp to 47 h
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~326 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerVoice 73dB / Noise 67dB / Ring 78dB
PerformanceBasemark X: 2665
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio qualityNoise -92.6dB / Crosstalk -94.0dB
Battery (old)Endurance rating 72h
Infrared portYes

Samsung Galaxy S5 mini Overview

About Samsung Galaxy S5 mini Samsung Galaxy S5 mini is a discontinued device from Samsung's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2014. Samsung Galaxy S5 mini has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 1.5GB RAM with Exynos 3470 Quad , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Samsung Galaxy S5 mini can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Samsung Galaxy S5 mini?

The Samsung Galaxy S5 mini supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Samsung Galaxy S5 mini support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Samsung devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Samsung Galaxy S5 mini void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Samsung Galaxy S5 mini will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Samsung Galaxy S5 mini run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Samsung Galaxy S5 mini.