Samsung Galaxy Note 5: Unboxing & Review

Comprehensive unboxing and review of the new Samsung Galaxy Note 5 featuring a more compact metal and glass design, faster wireless charging, improved fingerprint scanner, Samsung Pay, even better cameras, with bumped up specs and 4GBs of RAM.
This video contains a comparison to the Note 4, benchmarks, camera samples, audio testing, detailed walkthrough of Touch Wiz, and much more.
Specs:
CPU: Exynos 7420 Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & Quad-core 2.1 GHz Cortex-A57
GPU: Mali-T760MP8
RAM: 4GB
Storage: 32/64 GB
Display: 5.7" Super AMOLED 1440 x 2560 pixels (~518 ppi)
Main Camera: 16MP OIS 4K
Secondary Camera: 5MP 1440p@30fps
Battery: Non-removable Li-Ion 3000 mAh battery
Misc: Fast Wireless charging (Qi/PMA), Fingerprint Scanner, LTE Cat 9, Corning Guerilla Glass 4
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[@boxi360]

The best unboxing and review video I ever seen! The video quality, the sound, the whole statement, everything. Very nice, bro! Keep up the good work! ;) (y)

[@DetroitBORG]

Thanks You! :)

[@FRS4002]

Yes , you're right !!

[@namitasharma3280]

i agree Georgi Atanasov very much

[@namitasharma3280]

hahaha i agree

[@kxlmao]

Yes!Good review!

[@AshenWitch7302]

gosh I'm obsessed with watching samsung videos and reviews

[@rajagameel952]

SAME!!

[@anonymousguy3826]

same.

[@peptobismola]

hey no worries same with me

[@JOman1002]

me to I need help lpl

[@catsrock9147]

Noreen Ocado lol same

[@youssefsn]

Even in 2020, this is still a beast of a phone! I remember buying this back in 2015 as soon as it came out, I had great memories with it!

[@yurigagarin5758]

Beautiful beast 😢😍😍😍😍😌😌🤩🤩

[@Brian_R6]

I'm still using mine as my only phone in 2023. Heavy use since day one, im going over 7 years of owning it and still going strong. On my 3rd battery tho 😅.

[@NRecob]

Just picked up this Note 5 yesterday and absolutely love it--Thanks for the GREAT review Mike. There are a lot of reviewers out there but you are, by far, the BEST. Thanks again!

[@SuperSaf]

Great video man! Such a shame we won't be getting this in the UK

[@haysigibbs7235]

Hi Supersaf you're videos are good too mate. I sent an email to the UK Samsung Executive Support Team complaining about this and the test drive programme which is USA only. I got a very quick, obviously pre prepared statement, which was the usual corporate hand off but it did intimate that the Note 5 will come to the UK eventually.

[@daley86]

SuperSaf TV I've just ordered one from the US. It'll be here tomorrow.

[@caitlin.alicia]

Will Australia be getting the note 5

[@DetroitBORG]

+SuperSaf TV That's man, I gotta believe it's coming there next week, they must have something at IFA that will make there rest of us jealous, haha!

[@shayytaann]

Hey I'm your sub I really like your comparisons

[@Tchanson]

This was extremely helpful & informative! I'm going from an S4 to this phone and learned a lot of tips. Thanks for taking the time to make such a in depth & well done review!

[@patrikstreng6834]

Wireless charging: the charger itself isn't wireless.... So useful

[@minhhuyle43]

yeah xD

[@unnworthyservant]

patrik streng by your logic the charger that charges the charger should be wireless too. Do you actually think what you're saying buddy?

[@kofi881]

James Bonds exactly. but we're not ready for that yet. They're taking their bloody time. To be honest the wireless charging isn't that efficient anyway. Its cool but i wouldn't use it.

[@patrikstreng6834]

I know what I'm saying, the word wireless is just for marketing and doesn't really make anything wireless

[@kaleidoscopeon]

patrik streng tell me where you can find a wireless charger? All wireless chargers need a cable to charge. Or maybe you are new to the whole concept. LOL

[@reerbaadia1896]

Samsung should link your video for those who wish to maximise their note 5 potential. first time watching your videos. and predictably subscribed & liked. Thank you Sir

[@DetroitBORG]

Thanks for the support! :)

[@ladyglittersparkles86]

Your right! He's gives the best walk through of the Note 5 by far. I've seen a lot of videos and they really bore me.

[@Tw1steD247]

EXCELLENT format for your video. I watched a handful of your videos on the note 3 and liked them but lost your channel. now that I've found it again I'm very happy with the quality of your videos and reviews! Excellent professional quality

[@DetroitBORG]

Thank You! Glad you found your way back :)

[@mohammadbadran4935]

+DetroitBORG how could a man like you who know almost everything about android , have a shit technology like apple ?????!!!! sony xperia z2 is better than the shit iphone 6 plus with a huge difference in cost .

[@Baconinakan]

+mohammad badran said nobody ever. hahahahahaha seriously. a SONY? lmfao

[@mohammadbadran4935]

S Alex hahaha , i say the joke is on you , the problem is that you are an american , stupidity is in your Gene's , you will always be blinded by advertising and your stupidity .... So whatever , let handle this by logic , tell me what does the iPhone have that make it better than sony , and did you ever used a sony smartphone , do you know what sony xperia z2 look like ??? Sony z2 have better display , way better camera , way faster performance , way better battery , and it's updated automatically every month , it look way better and classy , and it's waterproof . Now tell me mr.haha american dumb shit , what make the iPhone better than sony , oh i know you saw justin bieber holding it , you fuck dumb shit .

[@sabqm]

+mohammad badran by your name you are a Muslim and I am also a Muslim so please be a Muslim and mind your language and don't fight on mobiles,they are just worlds ending things

[@bitconemaxi]

You're really one of the top reviewers here on youtube! Your videos keep on getting better! :D

[@singhjapnam]

Best Note 5 review i have seen :)

[@DetroitBORG]

japnam singh Thank You! :)

[@ebo7474]

+DetroitBORG AT&T has a lot of bloatware on this device, looks like it has more than T Mobile.

[@dimitrikupzov7698]

same!!!

[@Sinoops]

Ben Travis Said no intelligent and open minded person ever

[@Sinoops]

Ben Travis says the facist......

[@cherisehill202]

This is one of the best unboxing and review videos I've watched for the Samsung Galaxy Note 5! A lot of other videos don't go as in depth. I learned so muchl Thanks!

[@ElCuatro4]

My dad had a Note 5 and one day he dropped it and the ink spilled, now he has a Samsung A12 Happy New Year!

[@Ghost-my1tr]

Watching this on a pre release model of Galaxy Note 9. It's amazing how much tech has evolved. Gives a new respect to today's phones. Love it.

[@patrikstreng6834]

Mike the Detroit BORG - providing the best reviews. Thank you

[@dankbuds4209]

all hail the note 5, best phone out there and ever!!

[@Celice]

Terrance Jordan Do you have it? Should I still buy it, I'm not sure :/

[@user-oz3oj4qq2u]

No

[@layalskafi8232]

@@Celice ظظمظدظعغترسيس

[@BraxtonLovesCeilingFans]

AllenConnected All Connected

[@cliffordnelson7929]

This is by far the best Note5 review I've seen

[@user-lv5fp8rm2o]

This was an absolutely great review, I usually have to go through several videos to make a decision on whether or not I want to purchase a phone but you summed up all I need to know in such a fun yet formal way; you make rocket-science sound like child's-play and that's not easy to achieve. I could be someone without any background knowledge of phones and this would completely make sense to me. I cannot deny that your videos have improved immensely over the years, but there's always room for improvement, may I suggest better camera angles and it'd be great if you could have more interesting and psychically appealing backgrounds for each of your scenes with the phone. Thank you, keep it up!

[@Rmalikk]

The note 5 is great

[@sahandbagheri6641]

+Aston Hawkins I've beein following most youtubers (guys doing reviews) since last two years and I really think, considering all reviews, he makes the best and in-depth reviews. I can easily say he makes the most detailed reviews, great work, keep up :)

[@gamemaster1548]

+Rizwan Malik yes it is i made the wrong decision i chose the lg g4 over the note 5 iwish i could ho back and choose the note 5 dammit

[@JamalienN]

s voice doesn't sound too friendly...

[@krina625]

Lol. Yeah! Sounds pretty creepy.

[@saifabdulhay2552]

Google now ftw

[@danielhuffman]

Jamalien N "Speak Now"

[@BaileyKYT]

lol

[@Gravage]

Jamalien N she's a fickle bitch.

[@TechKerala]

Just started watching 34 minutes long Unboxing & Review... I love this channel... for detailed review like this. thanks Mike

[@alexhernandez669]

to me, the note 5 is the perfect phone 👍

[@nikolaahha7184]

+JANGO MANGO lol ppl r too glued to their phones, it could get the through 2 days through moderate usage

[@SnowyWolborg]

I really like the phone as well. I just upgraded from the Droid Maxx and I think it's definitely a better phone. However, I've noticed that sometimes my internet connection just seen some randomly gets slow. Has that ever happened with you?

[@olympic-ass-eater]

I think s7 is good.

[@dylanthebear9554]

Naaa note 9 is perfect

[@johngracia1641]

hows the battery life

[@yoyosingh6669]

Now this guy is superb, he is the guy who don't believe in 8 min video, in which we doesn't get the idea of a device. He is very accurate in his Review. and no doubt regardless of the subscribers he is the best tech reviewer

[@nalnasser]

Impressive review. I love how you go beyond the basic review and dig deep in the power user capabilities of the device. Please keep it up bro, we need professional reviewers like you.

[@حنانمطري-ه7ظ]

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[@chandimaharishchandra7771]

Hi, what is the camera that you have used in this video? It is really awesome!

[@Dhairyasd]

Excellent review... ALWAYS LOVE THE WAY YOU PRESENT THESE PRODUCTS... I HAVE NEVER SEEN ANY OTHER REVIEWER GIVE SUCH A DETAILED AND AN IN-DEPTH REVIEW!!👌🏻

[@charlettehernandez5546]

I am expecting 2 note 5's and one iOS 6s+ today. can't wait until they get here. I left apple a long time ago with the 5s. I'm forever a faithful Note user.

[@mblackops2]

Awesome

[@keyocalewis1723]

Welcome

[@johnnycarlo3692]

Where did you order the phones from?

[@onefixxlife3575]

Sdo if u are a note user for ever then why are u getting a 6s+

[@jeffwinney3673]

Just received my new Note 5. I had the Note 2 for the past 3 years and finally upgraded. Thank you for the wonderful video. I am excited to get started with the phone have all this new-found knowledge. Keep up the amazing work.

[@Kimo0tJJ]

hahaha! I am actually watching this from my note 4 and when you said "hi galaxy" my frickin phone opened the s voice thingy.

[@hazelnuts23]

same here!

[@r.k.kamalendusinha946]

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[@VictorBulario]

Thank you, your extensive review on the Note 5 was the determining factor in me deciding to purchase this unit. Thanks from Toronto

[@deeloii]

*Reading Old Comments* damn they didn't know the future of the Note 7

[@xXMujaheDXx999]

*looking at your profile pic*

[@deeloii]

oh lol gotta change them quick

[@xabre1986]

xXMujahEDXx why apple? btw.sonic? lol. you are the kid..

[@joogle7082]

Apple fanboys think the note 7 recall means the end No there is still the S7 and S7 edge which are both better than Iphone 7

[@xXMujaheDXx999]

Dika Daly19 *judging at others profile pics* we know who are the kid.

[@TheBigAppleNYC]

I'm going to pick up a Galaxy Note 5 (T-Mobile) today. Can't wait - it looks very nice... I also need to buy a case too.

[@EMINEMKITTY1622]

Lucky :3

[@TheBigAppleNYC]

EMINEMKITTY1622 Actually, the version I wanted wasn't in stock, so I had to wait until this weekend. I'm going to pick it up in the morning.

[@carlosmoran8645]

did you get the phone? how good is the phone?

[@TheBigAppleNYC]

+carlos moran Yes I did pick up a new Galaxy Note 5 and it's an amazing piece of hardware. The Note 5 is blazing fast and the camera is top notch. Furthermore, that QHD display is downright gorgeous.

[@carlosmoran8645]

TheBigAppleNYC that is great!!! How is battery life?

[@theluckynumber55]

When times were simpler. I simply come here to be reminded of the time when a new phone release made me excited even tho i never could afford one! :)

[@victorabaxter]

A small note: it would be nice if you always put the older editions of the phones on the left and the new one you're reviewing on the right. You switch mid-video or between your videos and it just gets a tad bit confusing. Other than that, great review!

[@xmissjemx]

I ADORE this video. I have been debating upgrading my LG G2 for weeks now and have been stuck between the Note 5 and a couple other phones. This video sealed the deal for the Note 5. THANK YOU!!!

[@tiffanyhwang1738]

I have the note 3, should I get the note 5??

[@accellpo]

+Tiffany Hwang Absolutely! Just get the 64GB model.

[@Vizzy285]

I upgraded from the 4 to the 5 and I suggest it. Software alone is worth it

[@TitanSKiZlz]

No

[@Starscream8896]

+Nikolina Budiša you're like five and probably wouldn't need an sd card with the cloud... Also nobody on a regular basis uses removable battery... Just buy an external battery kids!

[@marwanhassan309]

no

[@davidjohnson7852]

one of the best presentations I've seen for this phone thank you

[@queenform]

packaging - Apple design - Apple non-removable battery - Apple fingerprint sensor - Apple Samsung Pay - Apple icons - Apple lagginess - Samsung

[@YoussefAmoun]

True

[@JadenKeuten]

queenform Packaging- Samsung Design- Samsung Non-removable battery- Samsung Fingerprint sensor- Motorola Samsung Pay- Can pay at any register with a credit card scanner, Samsung Icons- Samsung

[@zacharyhamel4537]

android- popular world wide apple- just popular in the states

[@JadenKeuten]

+Zach Hamel Lol- not even in the states 😂

[@hollowbonesfilms9739]

queenform Android had its on pay system for FAR longer than Apple pay. Sorry buddy.

[@jbtutorials9376]

i always use your videos as a manual instead of trying to figure out things myself. love your detailed walkthrough.

[@geekanoids]

Great video Mike.

[@tripponly3338]

AMAZIING Phone!

[@ammaarvora]

Man your videos are so detailed and amazing :)

[@chideranwosu211]

1 generation later it starts blowing up!

[@fluffysherb]

23 Savage SAVAGE

[@okerekealex5889]

l Love Samsung Notes

[@izaiahcooney6600]

this video really helped me, i went and got one today, your a legend keep up with the great videos

[@13ON3S]

I fell like a lot of companies copy apples signature packaging.

[@firebomb38]

It's okay no other companies packaging is good as apple

[@texazxjr4803]

+Junior Nguyen 😂😂😂

[@jessicahathaway7565]

+Junior Nguyen because apple waste trees to make a stupid box for a stupid iphone while samsung recycles things to make a more promising box for a beautiful SAMSUNG phone. btw the iphone does not feel as luxurious as the new samsung smartphones..........FACT

[@firebomb38]

Whatever ^ most of that isn't even true but that's none of my business

[@lilnosaj9359]

+Jessica Hathaway I'm sorry to inform you that your opinion is not a fact...

[@man4547]

Continue doing this awesome reviews!! Excellent!

[@ijazzzali]

watching this because can't wait for note 7

[@jamfunes608]

Ijaz Ali well i guess you already know what happened with them

[@micahgarnett1924]

Jam Funes tragic a beast phone that became really ill. But there is the note FE

[@nope3337]

*Boom!*

[@YaBoySavior]

Love your reviews man. I appreciate every review.

[@techvideos8664]

I might get this in 2017

[@tonytopps91423]

The Best Review On KZbin

[@PURPLE_YT678]

I love samsung galaxy note 5 :)

[@Celice]

AZEL OABEL Do you have it? is it still good? I don't know if I should buy it

[@PURPLE_YT678]

Celice yeah up to now.. altbough the note 8 has a lot more feature and more advance than the note 5 still im loving my note 5

[@Hemant7392]

No one has yet given such an in depth review of Note 5. it cleared my views about note 5. I am a note 3 user and intending to upgrade the note for better performance. Appreciate your good work.

[@sisandamakgate3253]

im 12 i have an Iphone 6 but now i want the note 5😩

[@peterr8152]

Nobody cares :|

[@VinylUnboxings]

Just be thankful you have a phone at all, don't be ungrateful.

[@leviackerman9402]

Same about everything in this comment! I really want the note 5, iPhones are so overrated.

[@pointbreak4490]

He is lyi g soo hard

[@kylamaxwell5640]

+Sisanda Makgate exact same!!!

[@Truecrimeresearcher224]

Its amazing how far Samsung has come

[@Mia-xb3sq]

Okay if people love apple so much and hate Samsung then why are they here watching an unblocking/review go watch an apple review

[@rihaanparakkal6599]

U spelt it wrong

[@araliyasamanmali7260]

@@rihaanparakkal6599 às was salt water was so e was

[@Helloooo2024-r6d]

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[@SimplisticallyDigital]

Great thorough review! I want a clean desk like yours! ☺️

[@mdrahman7464]

Who's watching this because of the Note 7

[@HarrisQureshi-yv7ji]

ME LOL

[@TechFit360]

Wow, Seeing this review alone makes me want to buy one! Great Review as Always!!!!!!

[@RonakMahesh]

Amazing Review as usual man!

[@khan3119]

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[@khan3119]

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[@nhaxzmike]

Watching this on my Note5 Duos (Phil version). Thanks for this comprehensive review! I learned a lot! I just think that the difference in appearance with the 2 Note5 you're showcasing in this videos is due to software updates. I'm not really sure though.

[@Anthony89810]

I would rather get this than the note 7...

[@cd2ogz1]

Great review as usual Mike!👍

[@mohammedtaqi391]

Who is still watching the unboxing & review in 2021?

[@nyt3876]

Best review about this phone! Love it! Going to upgrade to this! Thank you for your awesome review and mentioning every single specs! :)

[@deeloii]

Silver titanium or Gold?

[@josie275]

JIMWEL18233 that's what I need to find out I might get one and I don't know if I want silver or gold

[@deeloii]

Jade-Hidden Yeah, I think silver is pretty rare so I'm afraid I'm not able to get the silver

[@deeloii]

Thank God I got the silver

[@jamfunes608]

JIMWEL silver

[@TheBigAppleNYC]

Finally! I just got my spanking new Note 5 (Black Sapphire) literally about 10 minutes ago. The Note 5 is simply amazing and the display... enough said. I'm still setting up the phone now, but I'm satisfied with my purchase.

[@m1ghtysauc3E]

I was with you right up until you said I can't eat it.

[@onefixxlife3575]

Jason LOLOL IKR

[@tohrboutiqueboutique5540]

So Classic

[@terenceshuen]

i like how you sound, it gives a vibe that keeps everything interesting. Keep up the good work!

[@__zdne7589]

119 dislikes are apple fanboy

[@saladmaster1392]

Amazing job.. Getting into the nitty gritty is so helpful.. Much appreciated & top notch production!

[@josev6660]

selling my 6plus for this.

[@sasostoilevski849]

The best review I`ve seen so far and i`ve seen a million. Subbed and shared. Awesome video.

[@jasonwalsh204]

if samsung and apple join. They would make the best phones

[@AbdullMohommedlol]

+Jason Walsh apple would make a lot of features go away

[@mblackops2]

+Abdull Mohommed Yeah

[@mblackops2]

Everybody buys Apple becuz it's simple. I don't like simple, so I like samsung more

[@Truecrimeresearcher224]

+mohamed dahcheh I got it cause it was free for signing up for my contract if the note or the s phones were like that then I would have gone with that

[@diaeddinbouidaine2370]

Good work, great review, great video quality with a great sound.

[@hasan_97h]

Watching this by Note 22 ultra

[@user-mf9gs]

There’s no Note 22 Ultra 💀

[@scavarestrovao6196]

​@@user-mf9gsdamn still people on old video

[@user-mf9gs]

@@scavarestrovao6196 Just checking on an old flagship to see how phones were back then. This came right before the disastrous Note 7 so I wanted to see “the calm before the storm”

[@suprxmefire9497]

My friend back in 2018, had this. I had the Note 8. I thought his phone looked a little more classy then mine. Now I'm saving up for the Note 20 ultra

[@ThibautMahringer]

The Note 4 is better. ;)

[@channelbrown7309]

But it's slower

[@lgsdr]

+Superfartz It's not that slow.

[@lgsdr]

+Superfartz It's improved a little bit

[@ilovetech]

+Aadam Farid s5 is note 4 little brother

[@larry1708]

I don't see that, sorry. they're pretty much the same except 5 has 4 gigabytes yours has 3 and now the pen does so much more

[@CommanderMouse72]

Just ordered a cheap note 5 cause its one ive always wanted to have a play around with, and use for a bit before the 3G shutoff here in NZ, as it doesnt support volte on any network here

[@areldcookie5581]

SAMSUNG PAY is Better than apple pay

[@konnerdave]

The most Point to point and Feature Rich Video with no unnecessary delays.Love the way you make videos @Detroitborg.

[@samichloricacid]

I chose the iPhone 6s over this one in a week I knew I made the wrong decision. >;(

[@crusading4u]

Best vid of its kind on KZbin. Thanks very much for educating me prior to my upgrade arriving from AT&T!

[@SoWhereWeEating]

i was impressed until you got to s voice. google now is just so much better.

[@michaeljunr6847]

Google Now and Siri is the best,excited to try out Siri Proactive in iOS 9 in the fall!

[@YoussefAmoun]

I have the iOS 9 beta Siri is much better!

[@Queenofhearts.00]

Just use google like i do on my galaxy.. Siri is honestly a waste because it doesn't get used by anyone except to just mess around when bored

[@shpresim43]

20 people are crazy how can you dislike this review ? Mike you are the best

[@bboi]

Apple, much?

[@cgouais]

After seeing this video, I cannot believe people will still buy IPhone!! I know it's a question of taste but between you and me, this phone is one heck of a machine!!! It's a ''do everything'' unit!

[@dirckxd]

Very well done Mike... indeed a lot of work - loved the 'resistance is futile' cut :)

[@khxxdiija1527]

He has a beautiful and spectacular garden! A good to review the shots he takes in specific devices!

[@LarryDoolittle]

Great review as always. Nice house too.

[@albertuu]

this is one of the best review I have seen for the Note 5, I'm gonna buy the N5 wish color do you prefer white or black?

[@nnextccode8456]

Ur vids are perfect u post literaly the first(the reviews),but it would be nicer if we would wait 3 more days and get a full user impresion... Keep up the good work:D!!!

[@adebaba6079]

Without a doubt this is the best unboxing and review video for Samsung note 5, my wife is in love with this device, now shes dumping her HTC M8 for this pretty and powerful device

[@Billzloveschelsea]

I STILL HAVE MY NOTE 3 AND I LOVE IT SO MUCH!

[@varqtube]

Mike, you rock! Own a Note 5 and i love it. If you don't mind me asking, what video editing software are you using?

[@DWARAIG93]

Despite my opinion on the GN5. I'm glad you did an in depth review. Everyone else did a lack luster snapshot & unboxing. Thanks for taking the time.

[@amanmohamed191299]

i just like how careful he is with the phones and how neat his reviews are. keep it up mike 👍

[@alphonsasushma]

Awesome work! found so many things through your video. appreciate how precise and clear all the information was. updating from my note 5 and I love it!

[@viksitjain1550]

The best review of Samsung note 5 Mike. Must say you are the best tech review in KZbin.

[@jig1056]

@DetroitBORG nice review.. what kind of camera are you using? It looks fantastic!!!

[@huskynox1]

Great video! Best I've seen on the Note 5. Thanks for showing all its functionality. This is my first Note and I love it. Battery life could be better and the periodic slight lag is annoying for a phone at this price point.

[@ViorelIanasi]

Despite of opting this year for the Galaxy S7 (non-Edge, I dislike curves screens) I still want a Galaxy Note 5... for its big disay and S-Pen. The camera, newest and very improved camera as well as the IP68 ratting and the SD card slot, were the thinga that made be got the S7.