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Compare Phone Radiation Levels with RF Safe

As you shop for a new cell phone, you might be wondering about the potential health risks associated with radiation exposure. RF Safe offers a convenient tool to help you compare the specific absorption rate (SAR) of different phone models, so you can make an informed decision about which device to choose. Click here for a guide on how to use this feature to compare up to three phones.

What is SAR?

SAR is a measure of the amount of radiation absorbed by your body when you use a cell phone. It’s expressed in watts per kilogram (W/kg) of body tissue. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) sets a limit of 1.6 W/kg for SAR levels, but many experts believe that this limit is outdated and may not adequately protect against potential health risks.

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RF Safe has dubbed their SAR comparisons “Quanta Cage Matches” to reflect the potentially harmful effects of radiation exposure from cell phones. When you use a cell phone, you’re essentially taking a quantum punch at the cellular level. The effects of these punches are not fully understood, but some scientists and doctors warn of the potential for long-lasting health effects from repetitive exposure to microwave radiation.

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It’s important to note that SAR levels may not always reflect real-world usage scenarios. The FCC guidelines for SAR testing allow for a separation distance between the phone and the user that may not reflect how most people use their devices. Additionally, the current SAR limit was set over a quarter of a century ago when cell phones were much less common and may not be sufficient to protect against potential health risks from long-term exposure.

At RF Safe, we believe that it’s important to provide consumers with all the information they need to make informed decisions about their health and safety. That’s why we offer our Quanta Cage Matches to help you compare phone radiation levels and make the best choice for you.

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Mobile Phone SAR Values (Specific Absorption Rate) Comparison Database

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Samsung Galaxy Note Edge
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: Quad-core 2.7 GHz Krait 450
- Camera: 32/64 GB, 3 GB RAM
- Hardware: 32/64 GB, 3 GB RAM
- Storage: Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 1600 x 2560 pixels, 5.6 inches (~524 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 16 MP, 3456 x 4608 pixels, optical image stabilization, autofocus, LED flash, check quality
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.4 (KitKat)
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Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
- Camera: 8 GB, 1 GB RAM
- Hardware: 8 GB, 1 GB RAM
- Storage: TFT capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 540 x 960 pixels, 5.0 inches (~220 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 8 MP, 3264 x 2448 pixels, autofocus, LED flash, check quality
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.4 (KitKat)
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Apple iPhone 6
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- Apple iPhone 6
  
  HEAD SAR LEVEL: 1.18 W/kg
  Ranked #73 (73.75% of limit)
- BODY SAR LEVEL: 1.18 W/kg
  Ranked #71 (73.75% of limit)
- Simultaneous Head SAR: 1.51 W/kg
  Ranked #52 (94.38% of limit)
- Simultaneous Body SAR: 1.58 W/kg
  Ranked #69 (98.75% of limit)
- Hotspot SAR Level: 1.18 W/kg
  Ranked #55 (73.75% of limit)
- Simultaneous Hotspot SAR: 1.59 W/kg
  Ranked #64 (99.38% of limit)
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5.5
Apple iPhone 6 Plus
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- Apple iPhone 6 Plus
  
  HEAD SAR LEVEL: 1.19 W/kg
  Ranked #76 (74.38% of limit)
- BODY SAR LEVEL: 1.19 W/kg
  Ranked #75 (74.38% of limit)
- Simultaneous Head SAR: 1.59 W/kg
  Ranked #67 (99.38% of limit)
- Simultaneous Body SAR: 1.54 W/kg
  Ranked #53 (96.25% of limit)
- Hotspot SAR Level: 1.19 W/kg
  Ranked #60 (74.38% of limit)
- Simultaneous Hotspot SAR: 1.59 W/kg
  Ranked #64 (99.38% of limit)
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5.5
Samsung Galaxy Note 4
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: Quad-core 2.7 GHz Krait 450 (SM-N910S)Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & Quad-core 1.9 GHz Cortex-A57 (SM-N910C)
- Camera: 32 GB, 3 GB RAM
- Hardware: 32 GB, 3 GB RAM
- Storage: Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 1440 x 2560 pixels, 5.7 inches (~515 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 16 MP, 5312 x 2988 pixels, optical image stabilization, autofocus, LED flash, check quality
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.4 (KitKat), planned upgrade to v5.0 (Lollipop)
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Nokia Lumia 830
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: 0.47 W/kg (HEAD)
- Camera: 1 GB
- Hardware: 16 GB
- Storage: ~69.9% screen-to-body ratio
- Battery: 10 MP, f/2.2, 26mm, Carl Zeiss optics, OIS, autofocus, LED flash
- OS: Microsoft Windows Phone 8.1
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5.5
Samsung Galaxy Alpha (S801)
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: Quad-core 2.5 GHz Krait 400
- Camera: 32 GB, 2 GB RAM
- Hardware: 32 GB, 2 GB RAM
- Storage: Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 720 x 1280 pixels, 4.7 inches (~312 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 12 MP, 4608 x 2592 pixels, phase detection autofocus, LED flash
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.4 (KitKat), planned upgrade to v5.0 (Lollipop)
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Samsung Gear S
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: Dual-core 1 GHz
- Camera: 4 GB, 512 MB RAM
- Hardware: 4 GB, 512 MB RAM
- Storage: Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 360 x 480 pixels, 2.0 inches (~300 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: No
- OS: OS Tizen-based wearable platform
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Samsung Galaxy S Duos 3
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: Dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
- Camera: 4 GB, 512 MB RAM
- Hardware: 4 GB, 512 MB RAM
- Storage: TFT capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 480 x 800 pixels, 4.0 inches (~233 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 5 MP, 2592 х 1944 pixels, autofocus, LED flash
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat)
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Samsung Galaxy S5 mini Duos
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: Quad-core 1.4 GHz
- Camera: 16 GB, 1.5 GB RAM
- Hardware: 16 GB, 1.5 GB RAM
- Storage: Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 720 x 1280 pixels, 4.5 inches (~326 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 8 MP, 3264 x 2448 pixels, autofocus, LED flash
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.4 (KitKat)
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Samsung Galaxy Alpha
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: Quad-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A15 & quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
- Camera: 32 GB, 2 GB RAM
- Hardware: 32 GB, 2 GB RAM
- Storage: Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 720 x 1280 pixels, 4.7 inches (~312 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 12 MP, 4608 x 2592 pixels, autofocus, LED flash, check quality
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.4 (KitKat), planned upgrade to v5.0 (Lollipop)
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Samsung Galaxy Avant
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
- Camera: 16 GB, 1.5 GB RAM
- Hardware: 16 GB, 1.5 GB RAM
- Storage: Capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 540 x 960 pixels, 4.5 inches (~245 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 5 MP, 2592 х 1944 pixels, autofocus, LED flash
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat)
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Samsung Galaxy Star 2 Plus
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
- Camera: 4 GB, 512 MB RAM
- Hardware: 4 GB, 512 MB RAM
- Storage: TFT capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 480 x 800 pixels, 4.3 inches (~217 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 3.15 MP, 2048 x 1536 pixels, LED flash
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat)
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Samsung Galaxy Ace NXT
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
- Camera: 4 GB, 512 MB RAM
- Hardware: 4 GB, 512 MB RAM
- Storage: TFT capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 480 x 800 pixels, 4.0 inches (~233 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 3.15 MP, 2048 x 1536 pixels, LED flash
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat)
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LG L30
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: Dual-core 1 GHz Cortex-A7
- Camera: 4 GB, 512 MB RAM
- Hardware: 4 GB, 512 MB RAM
- Storage: Capacitive touchscreen, 240 x 320 pixels, 3.2 inches (~125 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 2 MP, 1600 x 1200 pixels
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat)
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: Quad-core 1.9 GHz Cortex-A15 & quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
- Camera: 16/32 GB, 3 GB RAM
- Hardware: 16/32 GB, 3 GB RAM
- Storage: Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 2560 x 1600 pixels, 10.5 inches (~288 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 8 MP, 3264 x 2448 pixels, autofocus, LED flash, check quality
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat)
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: Quad-core 1.9 GHz Cortex-A15 & quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
- Camera: 16/32 GB, 3 GB RAM
- Hardware: 16/32 GB, 3 GB RAM
- Storage: Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 1600 x 2560 pixels, 8.4 inches (~359 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 8 MP, 3264 x 2448 pixels, autofocus, LED flash, check quality
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat)
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Samsung Galaxy S5 Duos
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: Quad-core 2.5 GHz Krait 400
- Camera: 16 GB, 2 GB RAM
- Hardware: 16 GB, 2 GB RAM
- Storage: Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 1080 x 1920 pixels, 5.1 inches (~432 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 16 MP, 5312 x 2988 pixels, phase detection autofocus, LED flash
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat)
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Samsung Galaxy Star 2
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: 1 GHz
- Camera: 4 GB, 512 MB RAM
- Hardware: 4 GB, 512 MB RAM
- Storage: TFT capacitive touchscreen, 320 x 480 pixels, 3.5 inches (~165 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 2 MP, 1600 x 1200 pixels Video 480p@24fps Secondary No
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat)
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Samsung I9301I Galaxy S3 Neo
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A7
- Camera: 16 GB, 1.5 GB RAM
- Hardware: 16 GB, 1.5 GB RAM
- Storage: Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 720 x 1280 pixels, 4.8 inches (~306 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 8 MP, 3264 x 2448 pixels, autofocus, LED flash
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat)
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Samsung Galaxy Ace 4
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: Dual-core 1.0 GHz
- Camera: 4 GB, 512 MB RAM
- Hardware: 4 GB, 512 MB RAM
- Storage: TFT capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 480 x 800 pixels, 4.0 inches (~233 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 5 MP, 2592 х 1944 pixels, autofocus, LED flash
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat)
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 LTE
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: Quad-core 2.3 GHz Krait 400 (S800)Quad-core 1.9GHz Cortex-A15 & quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 (Exynos 5420)
- Camera: 16/32 GB, 3 GB RAM
- Hardware: 16/32 GB, 3 GB RAM
- Storage: Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 2560 x 1600 pixels, 10.5 inches (~288 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 8 MP, 3264 x 2448 pixels, autofocus, LED flash
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat)
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 LTE
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: Quad-core 2.3 GHz Krait 400 (S800)Quad-core 1.9GHz Cortex-A15 & quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 (Exynos 5420)
- Camera: 16/32 GB, 3 GB RAM
- Hardware: 16/32 GB, 3 GB RAM
- Storage: Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 1600 x 2560 pixels, 8.4 inches (~359 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 8 MP, 3264 x 2448 pixels, autofocus, LED flash
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat)
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Samsung Galaxy Ace 4 LTE
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: Dual-core 1.2 GHz
- Camera: 4 GB, 1 GB RAM
- Hardware: 4 GB, 1 GB RAM
- Storage: TFT capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 480 x 800 pixels, 4.0 inches (~233 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 5 MP, 2592 х 1944 pixels, autofocus, LED flash
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat)
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Samsung Galaxy Young 2
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: 1 GHz Cortex-A7
- Camera: 4 GB, 512 MB RAM
- Hardware: 4 GB, 512 MB RAM
- Storage: TFT capacitive touchscreen, 256K colors, 320 x 480 pixels, 3.5 inches (~165 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 3.15 MP, 2048 x 1536 pixels
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat)
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Samsung Galaxy S5 mini
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A7
- Camera: 16 GB, 1.5 GB RAM
- Hardware: 16 GB, 1.5 GB RAM
- Storage: Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 720 x 1280 pixels, 4.5 inches (~326 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 8 MP, 3264 x 2448 pixels, autofocus, LED flash, check quality
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat), planned upgrade to v5.0 (Lollipop)
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HTC One (E8)
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: Quad-core 2.5 GHz Krait 400
- Camera: 16 GB, 2 GB RAM
- Hardware: 16 GB, 2 GB RAM
- Storage: Super LCD3 capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 1080 x 1920 pixels, 5.0 inches (~441 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 13 MP, 4128 x 3096 pixels, autofocus, LED flash, check quality
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat)
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Samsung Galaxy Core II
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: Quad-core 1.2 GHz
- Camera: 4 GB, 768 MB RAM
- Hardware: 4 GB, 768 MB RAM
- Storage: TFT capacitive touchscreen, 256K colors, 480 x 800 pixels, 4.5 inches (~207 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 5 MP, 2592 х 1944 pixels, autofocus, LED flash
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat)
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Samsung Galaxy S5 Active
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: Quad-core 2.5 GHz Krait 400
- Camera: 16 GB (11.2 GB user available), 2 GB RAM
- Hardware: 16 GB (11.2 GB user available), 2 GB RAM
- Storage: Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 1080 x 1920 pixels, 5.1 inches (~432 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 16 MP, 3456 x 4608 pixels, autofocus, LED flash, check quality
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat)
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LG G3
Quick View Phone Specs
- Display: 0.39 W/kg (head) 0.48 W/kg (body)
- Camera: 16 GB, 2 GB RAM/ 32 GB, 3 GB RAM
- Hardware: 16 GB, 2 GB RAM/ 32 GB, 3 GB RAM
- Storage: True HD-IPS + LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 1440 x 2560 pixels, 5.5 inches (~534 ppi pixel density)
- Battery: Primary 13 MP, 4160 x 3120 pixels, phase detection/laser autofocus, optical image stabilization, dual-LED (dual tone) flash, check quality
- OS: OS Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to v5.0 (Lollipop)
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