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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 578 reviews

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Customers praise the Galaxy Note5's camera quality, battery life, and screen size. Many also appreciate its ease of use and the included stylus, with positive feedback on the S Pen and the device's overall performance. However, some users express disappointment over the lack of expandable storage options via SD card.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    super camera

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This phone has the best camera ever. Easy to use, great pictures. Love all the tools on the phone.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best smartphone by far

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I'm definitely a Samsung Galaxy Note 5 fan. If you're looking for a quality smartphone that's equipped with all the cool updated specs, this is your phone. It's like a mini computer with digital camera features. I use my Note 5 for everything I used my PC, laptop, and tablet for in the past.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Samsung Lover

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am really enjoying my new Samsung Galaxy Note 5. I didn't know how I would like it without the removable battery and no SD card but the phone has proved to make a believer out of me that I can again live without these features. It is also a plus to have the rapid charger when on the go.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Processor speed, Screen size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great phone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It's fast and does everything I need it to. I love how big the screen is and it has quality sound. The camera is really nice, too. I haven't had a single hiccup with it yet!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    love the s-pen

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This phone is great. It does everything I need it to do, like my personal lap top on the go. Especially love the s-pen and the fact I can take it out even without turning the screen on to jot down something!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Processor speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Killer Phone!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I switched from a Google Nexus 6 to a Note 5. It took a little getting used to the narrower body of the Note 5. But after the "getting used to a new phone period" I'm liking this better than my old Nexus 6. Build quality is superb. Speed is astounding. And the screen is to die for! What else could you want from a phone? The only caveat is this phone is super slippery because of the glass back. If you add a case this is a moot point. Kudos to Samsung for a 5 star device!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I love this phone! Best Buy makes it easy!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The settings options offered are more than ever before. Also, though they say the phone is not water resistant, i dropped my new phone it water a few days ago and it's still fully functional. The picture qiality is better than ever. #galaxyfanforever

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Screen size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Phone I've ever bought!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Was previously an apple guy. Bought my first android in 2014. An LG G2, was happy with phone but gps kept bugging out. Switched to an S5 and loved it. When the note 5 came out I jumped on it. No problems. Fast, easy to use and really like the big screen.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome phone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was nervous about this phone at first with it not having a removable battery or expandable memory but so far it is the coolest phone i have ever had. Every day i find more and more ways to use it and special features that make everything much easier.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best android phone out right now

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I upgraded to the note 5 .It is faster and better than I expected. I was really impressed with the camera. It really is the fastest camera right now with a lot more programming options.If you take a lot of pictures like me this is the one for you.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I love the Samsung products!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have used Samsung phones since my first Galaxy, about six or seven years now. This product hasn't disappointed me in the least except for the internal storage issue. I HATE THE INTERNAL STORAGE ISSUE! I liked being able to switch out my cards or increase space as needed. I feel that is the only bad move Samsung made. It has good battery life, easy navigation, similar if not the same features as my Note 2, which I upgraded from. I love all the new features that the software has. The camera is really, really nice. All around it is a great product.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice phone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Although I personally don't like large phones, the slim design of the Galaxy Note5 is nice. I absolutely love the stylus & air feature (wish it would let us add more than just 3 orf the 6 quick features). It's only a week old & I just got it so there's much to learn but I love the fact that you can scroll FB with the stylus. Overall, I think this was a good buy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Screen size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome phone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This phone does not disappoint. Even though it is significantly bigger then my last phone it is still easily manageable. Love that I am able to pin a note to my home screen like a sticky note. So many great features on this phone. Love love it!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The Note 5 is awesome.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I upgraded from a Note 2 to Note 5 and I love it. The note 5 takes such clear and colorful pictures. The phone is much lighter than the Note 2. I still learning what all my phone can do.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Screen size

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great screen, camera and features

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I use this phone for business and the screen is vivid and big but not bulky. The stylus comes in handy when jotting down ideas. The back camera takes great shots and videos, and the front camera is great for chats. The 64GB model has plenty of room for apps and storage, but the downside is no support for removable storage. Some issues with Bluetooth before a system update fix. Also, no replaceable battery, but by the time it dies for good this phone will be outdated and ready for a trade-in. Another point, this phone supports fast charging, but some say if you keep using a normal slow charger it could ruin the circuits.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Sd card

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best phone I've owned.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is the best phone I have ever owned. I love the screen the most. It's stunning. The build quality is much better than earlier versions and seems more durable. The one downside is that the battery is built in and there is no SD slot.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Product

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I read many reviews before purchasing this phone. I have had the phone now for 3+months and I am very pleased with the battery life, functionality of the stylus and fast charge capabilities. Overall, I am pleased with my purchase and have recommended this phone to others.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    So far so good!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Upgraded from a two year old Note 3. The performance is great and I really appreciate the ability to wirelessly charge the phone. Fingerprint reader works well too. Its not a monumental upgrade, just nice tweaks that i appreciate.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Not impressed

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I had an S4 and I was between staying with Samsung or going Apple. I am not sure I made the right choice. I miss a lot of the things my S$ had like the remote, the FM tuner to name a few. I do like the great camera. and the stylis pen... still not impressed.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    worth the wait

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This Note 5 although it does not have the removable battery I am use to and SD card slot. The battery is lasting longer amd charging faster then ever before. This phone was worth the upgrade from the Samsung Note 3!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend