Galaxy S5, Note 4, or LG G3?

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I cannot decide for the life of me.

At first, it was between iPhone 6 Plus and the S5. I've had my iPhone 4s for a long time now, since it came out, and I just want to try something new, so I decided to go against the iPhone 6. I was left with the S5, but I wanted to make sure I was getting the "best/next best" thing - So, I started comparing the S5 to other phones. I stumbled upon the Note 4 and did research on specs and whatnot...Still indecisive about the two, then I saw talk about the LG G3. I compared the three and it looks like (as naturally expected) they each have their pros and cons.

On YouTube videos, Apple and Samsung fanboys make it impossible to have a mature discussion about which phone is 'best.' In your opinion, which of the three is the best option, and WHY? I plan on getting a new phone soon and would like to know which to buy. Thanks!

Edit: Link for specs: http://gadgets.ndtv.com/samsung-galaxy-note-4-1937-vs-samsung-galaxy-s5-1323-vs-lg-g3-1624
 
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The screen on the Note 4 can be said better than the one on the LG G3. Whilst both are 1440p, the samsung screen colour is much better there.
Specs wise, they all decent.
However, Samsung bloatware and Touchwiz can slow the phone down a bit. Same with the S5.
I think all the expensive phones out now have decent specs really. You should really choose which phone you aesthetically like most.
Then you have the question on form factor. Will you be fine/happy with a large phone like the Note 4 or do you prefer something small that fits in your hands?
Then you have to ask yourself, which features of the phone interest you the most. If you go with the one you list best, you enjoy using that phone.
Don't get a phone just based on specs expect battery life. If you a person who always turn on the screen often during the day, you might want to consider a phone with a decent battery life.
Personally I'm sold with the Moto X features, and I'm a light user so the small battery life doens't concern that much.
 
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I think you have already used to iOS platform and with the launch of iPhone 6 wait for the reviews and I believe visit the Apple store and see for your self if you like the new iPhone 6 and it's features then decide which is better suiting you. Same is with samsung galaxy S5 seefor your self check it's usage and feature see if you like it or not.
 
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I replied to you hours ago from my phone, but I guess it never went through.
I said something along the lines of:

I'm looking for something that'll fit in my pocket just fine, has great specs, great battery because I use my phone very frequently throughout the day and night, and doesn't have features that never get used or are totally unnecessary. That probably doesn't narrow it down too much, but yeah :p
 
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"I'm looking for something that'll fit in my pocket just fine, has great specs, great battery because I use my phone very frequently throughout the day and night, and doesn't have features that never get used or are totally unnecessary. That probably doesn't narrow it down too much, but yeah"

None of the S5, Note 4, or G3 phones can be said to be "pocket friendly." I used to worry about that, but wearing a belt holster/clip really hasn't turned out to be inconvenient. And I don't have to worry about all that pocket lint, coinage, etc scratching or dirtying up the phone. I have a very active job which requires me to stand, bend, walk, stoop, lift, and crawl and without recommending anyone in particular, the new belt clip case I just got never drops my phone. If you truly want a pocket friendly phone you need to stay into something as small or smaller than your current phone. As far as a fully featured "new" smart phone, either stay iPhone small or get ready for a BIG change.
 
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It looks like the LG G3 is also the closest to the iPhone 5s in terms of size(?), but with even better specs. What do you personally have and prefer of the phones I've listed?
http://www.phonearena.com/phones/compare/LG-G3,Apple-iPhone-5s/phones/8347,7710
 
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Update: I went to the mall to RadioShack and was able to get a first-hand look and touch at the S5, Note 3, and LG G3. The G3 feels better than the note, but the back of the black S5 feels better than the G3. I decided the Note was too big for my liking due to its square-ish design.

So now I'm still stuck on S5 or G3. G3 has more battery capacity, but I was told it uses more stuff and energy to run(?). So, which do you think is better?
 
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Right I think S5 or if I would you I will check iPhone 6 as well then decide to buy.
 
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See, I'd do the iPhone 6/Plus, but:
1)I wanna try something new besides iPhone & iOS, and
2)$300 for the plus...that's with contract.
 
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Ok. How about Android ?
Samsung or Sony I think these two companies have the best phones. Rather samsung galaxy 5S or Xperia™ Z2 would be a great choice. What do you think ?
http://www.sonymobile.com/global-en/products/phones/xperia-z2/#black
 
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G3 seems better. Already planned on buying the G3 tomorrow :)
 
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Hey it's a good choice too best of luck do share the picture of your new phone with us :)
 
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