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I thought it might be interesting to ask around and find out which current generation Android phone has the loudest 3.5mm audio output.
I presume there are many other users like me who plug their phone's aux output into various devices for music on a daily basis. Plugged into my car stereo's aux in, I have to turn the stereo up anywhere from 20 to 40+ in volume to get an adequate sound depending on the phone, so there is a lot of variation.
I'd love to hear from someone who has had hands on experience with a few different 2012/2013 Android phones to find out which is the loudest, seeing as I'm going to be ready to upgrade soon, and this will heavily influence my purchase.
Here's my previous phones ranked in order of the loudness of the aux output when plugged into an external device:
> Galaxy Note N7000 (CM9) <-- This was the most glorious loud clear output I've ever gotten out of a phone. 9/10
> Oppo Find 5 (current phone). Only fractionally louder than the Note II. Good overall sound. 7/10
> Galaxy Note II N7100 (Stock rom). Quiet, but louder than the stock Note. 6.5/10
> Galaxy Note N7000 (Stock rom). Really quiet. 6/10
If you have listened to any of these phones and can rate other devices compared to these, please copy and paste the list and put it in.
In particular, I'd like to know where the HTC One, LG G2, and Galaxy S4 would fit in.
Many thanks
And hopefully this can be of use to some other Android fans who use their phones for music
Reviving an old thread
If you want loud audio output then stay away from Sony phones as even their mp3 players are too quiet.
LG's have a reputation for good loudness.
HTC sucks apart from maybe the ONE with it's built in amp (but the beats crap makes it suck)
A Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 is surprisingly loud and the audio quality is superb (especially for a tablet)
But if you want the best audio output then as much as I hate to say this, the iphone 5S is the winner in that aspect
This is because it has the best amplifier out of any phone I have heard and is even able to power some insanely high
impedance over head cans.
What about 2015/2016 mobiles?
Any news on this threat?
What're some options of headphones with a working mic and controls that work with the Note 3? Not sure if this is standard or not but my Note 3 didn't come with any headphones like my S3 did. Unfortunately I don't have my S3 headphones anymore.
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What're some options of headphones with a working mic and controls that work with the Note 3? Not sure if this is standard or not but my Note 3 didn't come with any headphones like my S3 did. Unfortunately I don't have my S3 headphones anymore.
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You could buy some Samsung OEM headphones on ebay.
There are better quality headphones with mic out there but most have controls that are meant for the iPhone and not all function will work with Android devices. My Denon headphones work to pause and play but volume buttons don't work.
Theirs the Klipsch S4A that is specifically made for android and even has an app available to customize the button functions, but even so it may not work with all devices. I'm not sure if they work completely with the Note 3.
Personally I'd recommend the some bluetooth headphones as they work great with Bluetooth protocols to control android devices.
Here are a couple of places to start:
Wired (note II forum):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2041669&highlight=headphones
Bluetooth (note 3 forum):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2502432
A quick search will also get you many more links and answers.
Sony MH1C - great ****ing sound and build quality, and Sony has an app for the controls.
Head-fi - rated #1
Ebay - I bought them off this guy twice, they used to be $25 but now they're $60 since they've gotten more popular.
They're pretty much the correct answer to your question.
I have tried 9 different pair...the OEM Galaxy S3 headphones rock thee best hands down...
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V-Moda M-100. Durability, Quality, Sound Quality, Design. Pricey.
Is there any available for Galaxy Note 3 from Plantronics...?????
Proper etiquette aside (hint: don't use speakerphone while doing your "business" in a public bathroom), rate this thread to express how you think the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge's speakerphone performs. A higher rating indicates that you love it: it's loud and it's clear.
Then, drop a comment if you have anything to add!
Comparing it to my edge+, less loud, less clear.
Waiting for root to change the mixer_gains file
It's a solid 7.5
The speaker is crap
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The speaker is crap
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​Perhaps because of the water proof properties of the phone?
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​Perhaps because of the water proof properties of the phone?
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Not necessarily..
The Xperia Z line of phones were water resistant, and they had speakers that were fine. Granted, they were low in volume (max volume wasn't very high really..), but they sounded very nice.
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I'd say that the volume is fine but it's not the best quality. I'm quite fussy with speakers as I listen to many podcasts via the speaker. I'm reasonably happy. Better than Z5, worse than 6P.
hows it compared to s6 edge??
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hows it compared to s6 edge??
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s6 edge perform much better both with quality and volume section
prashantgmenon said:
hows it compared to s6 edge??
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Am using the s7 edge exynos and comparing to my s6 edge plus...They both are loud
In terms of clarity however, the s6 edge beats the s7 edge. I think this is due to the water resistant material used in the s7 edge
Judging coming from an S6 edge to S7 edge.
Headphones, the S6 edge was louder and clearer.
Speaker, S6 edge is much better. Luckily I barely use the speaker.
Bluetooth, loudness and quality is the same.
I haven't tried Adapt Sound yet on the S7 edge, as I did with the S6 edge. Maybe that would make a difference once I do.
When play music or video in high volume , Speaker was distortion.
Quite weak: low sound level and avergage souynd quality.
I am geting buz
Few day back I am getting a small buz noise can any one had idea about that
Night and day coming from an m9. Samsung needs to step up their game.
The quality of the speaker is not the best , but it's OK. I got used to it, and I like how level of loudness - S7 Edge is louder than my previous phone - Sony Xperia Z2.
S7 Edge loudspeaker volume is soft or low
Loud Speaker is a bit disappointing. Even the volume is 100%, the sound is bit low. Hopefully an updated ROM will help to resolve the issue. Nevertheless, this is a great, superb phone.
Mine's loud, and the quality is fine (for a phone). I haven't noticed any distortions or anything, so I'm starting to wonder what the hell you people are doing with your phones. I can hear it when it's ringing and I have no issues with clarity or volume when I watch videos.
I have the Exynos version (gold), built on March 15th (in Vietnam).
+ 1 Mine is also very loud. I have had many phones HTC 7, 8 LG 2,3,4 Galaxy S3,S5,S6 Note 3 and 5. This may not be as clean as the HTC's but it is louder. I'd say its a toss up in loudness vs the LG's. LG G4 may have been a tad louder. What separates this phone from the rest (other than note 5) is the volume booster option when using speakerphone (very handy for the work I do). Very happy with volume and quality of sound. Probably hands down best phone I have ever owned and can't believe I am saying that without root. If the screen were flat it would be the perfect phone for me, but its close enough.
I have the gold verizon version SD820 built in Korea
[Exynos] I think the headphone quality is quite good (barely, if even, noticeable change from s6 edge), speaker is not as good Im afraid, probably has to do with the waterproof mesh inside.
It's a phone speaker, and it's good for what it is. People are claiming it's bad, but I don't know what they're using it for, audiophile engineering maybe?
If you want proper sound get a pair of decent headphones. Make no mistake tho, the speaker on this is more then decent in terms of loudness and "clarity".
Proper etiquette aside (hint: don't use speakerphone while doing your "business" in a public bathroom), rate this thread to express how you think the Samsung Galaxy Note 9's speakerphone performs. A higher rating indicates that you love it: it's loud and it's clear.
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surely someone must have played with it lol, let us know how the speakers sound.....and how good the DAC is
I've had mine for a few days.. Ordered from Saudi Arabia with the really nice per orders...512gb.. The stereo speakers are a very noticeable improvement.. I've played them side by side with my Note 8 and Note FE... The big improvement is when you turn on Dolby Atoms.... It's not mine blowing (it is a mobile device) but it definitely kicks the speakers up a level... Very pleased... Haven't had a chance to use the headphone jack yet
I have used a store demo Note 9 for an hour or so. Side by side with my Note 8, the Note 9 speakers were a lot better. Definitely louder, but most important much better quality sound and much fuller sound with the dual speaker setup. The Dolby atmos definitely improved the sound quality also. The dual speakers are a big reason I decided to upgrade to the Note 9, and I am happy to say that with my hour of using a Note 9 store demo that the speakers are a huge improvement over the Note 8.
Received my note 9 unlocked from Samsung yesterday, it's ok. I'm really disappointed that it is not as loud as the s9 speakers. It's on par for loudness with the iPhone x though but I wouldn't say louder. The s9 is a few decibels louder then both.
Coming from the Note 8, I think the speakers on the Note 9 are pretty nice. I can immediately hear the stereo sound and it is definitely louder than the Note 8 as well.
Sound overall is definitely better. Richer sound with stereo separation. Loudness is on par with the note 8.
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Received my note 9 unlocked from Samsung yesterday, it's ok. I'm really disappointed that it is not as loud as the s9 speakers. It's on par for loudness with the iPhone x though but I wouldn't say louder. The s9 is a few decibels louder then both.
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I noticed that Note 9 is quieter than my S9+.
Probably well known, but go into sounds and vibration and turn on Dolby Atmos. Made a huge difference for me. It was off by default on my phone.
Note 9 speakers play not so loud like s9plus. Galaxy s 9 plus it is louder. how come? I have check all settings, all settings was the some playing the some video and s9plus is louder. Note 9 need modification
I agree with others, not as loud as S9+. Disappointing.
Notification sounds again works only on one speaker (mono), right?!
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most loud
From my experencing this device is tooo loud with dolby enabled
How is the DAC on this phone? (particularly for the SD845 version) Has anyone tried it with some decent headphones? Any enthusiasts out there? How does it fair? Especially if someone has had experience with the LG V-series with a 32bit Quad DAC before... heard the Galaxy S9 and S9+ had a decent DAC.
Thanks for any and all feedback from the community.
If you want to improve the loudness and sound of your Note 9, go into settings and use the "adapt sound" tool. You have to use headphones for the tool, but once you tailor the sound with the adapt sound, it immediately improves the sound quality. Also, using Dolby Atmos helps also as others have mentioned.
Now at 4 days with my Note 9 and the difference/improvement of the external speakers from the Note 8 is quite significant. I can't compare with the S9, but IMO the Note 9 has great sound and dual speakers really make a ton of difference. Don't forget to use adapt sound and turn on Dolby Atmos.
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How is the DAC on this phone? (particularly for the SD845 version) Has anyone tried it with some decent headphones? Any enthusiasts out there? How does it fair? Especially if someone has had experience with the LG V-series with a 32bit Quad DAC before... heard the Galaxy S9 and S9+ had a decent DAC.
Thanks for any and all feedback from the community.
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Lg's dac kicks Samsung's a$$.
Which Dolby profile do you guys think is the best for external speakers ? Auto, movie, music or voice?
I was leaning towards a Note 9 and then my wife got an S9+ and hearing the sound sold me. I agree with everyone else, why isn't the Note 9 as loud? I find it mildly irritating. Also has anyone else notice some weird sound handling with Google Maps? It's almost like it doesn't know what to do with stereo speakers.
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I was leaning towards a Note 9 and then my wife got an S9+ and hearing the sound sold me. I agree with everyone else, why isn't the Note 9 as loud? I find it mildly irritating. Also has anyone else notice some weird sound handling with Google Maps? It's almost like it doesn't know what to do with stereo speakers.
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If you mean the volume fluctuates, it happens to me sometimes with games. It sounds like the bottom speaker lowers in volume and the overall sound becomes compressed and muffled as if the stereo is too wide. If I restart the game or wait for a while it seems to fix itself. It seems to be app-specific as if I play music with the app still running in the background it seems to be fine.
I find the speakers pretty good with the music app and some YouTube videos, but Dolby Atmos seems somewhat inconsistent. For some games like Real Racing 3 and Horizon Chase they don't sound that good - they emphasize heavily on the car motor sound instead of the music. Asphalt 9 sounds a bit better as the music is more balanced although the choice of music is more harsh on the speakers. On Horizon chase that volume-dip glitch happens in about 5 minutes - only happened to me once with RR3 and not yet with Asphalt 9.
I'm coming from the S9 and yep I noticed the sound difference with the note. The s9 has great speakers. But also the note 9 makes up for it once Dolby it turned on. On the s9, didn't really notice difference unless I connected to my BT beats x. Come to think of it, I need to check out pub g and fortnite with dolby on.
Hello, can you please share if it's normal or your phone (S23 Ultra) speakers does distort a bit when volume is at near 8-9 of 10.
Don't know why, it's a new phone, I kept extreme care of it, but recently I noticed this.
Also I think it's similar from both speakers, which is strange if it's a hw issue.
Having this issue and also the not so impressive camera photos I consider returning it while I still can.
Thanks.
Nope. I'm very happy with the quality of the sound of the speakers. While not hi-fi sound...it sounds great.
Actually, I do want to have distortion because I'm at the speaker limit, which I dont have, sound is great all dB band.
Also on what phone are you comparing? If you do like those smartass that ''upgrade'' from a s21, s22, of course you won't be impressed, incrementation are soooo little.
Listen , Im coming from a Oneplus 5 (2017) and despite the fact this is a clear upgrade, it's NOT night&day upgrade.
You might want to follow guides such as :
- gcam
- samsung store RAW addon
- samsung store camera assistant
- how-to about editing picture with lightroom or snapseed