Galaxy S6
The 2015 reset — Samsung swapped plastic for glass and metal.
The Galaxy S6 is a flagship Samsung smartphone released Apr 2015, with a launch price of $650. It pairs the Exynos 7420 with a 5.1" QHD AMOLED display, a 16 MP · f/1.9 main camera and a 2,550 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 48/100 — The 2015 Galaxy that ditched plastic for good. Standout strengths: first all-glass-and-metal galaxy s — a major design upgrade. and sharp qhd amoled display. Main trade-off: small 2,550 mah battery, sealed in.
The 2015 Galaxy that ditched plastic for good.
The Galaxy S6 marked Samsung’s shift to premium glass-and-metal design. Its small sealed battery and ended support place it in the past.
Read the full review- First all-glass-and-metal Galaxy S — a major design upgrade.
- Sharp QHD AMOLED display.
- Fast 14 nm Exynos 7420.
- Slim and light.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Galaxy S6 compares
| Galaxy S6 | Nexus 6P | Galaxy J5 (2016) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 48 | 48 | 48 |
| Chipset | Exynos 7420 | Snapdragon 810 | Snapdragon 410 |
| Display | 5.1" QHD AMOLED | 5.7" QHD AMOLED | 5.2" AMOLED 60 Hz |
| Main camera | 16 MP · f/1.9 | 12.3 MP · f/2.0 | 13 MP · f/1.9 |
| Battery | 2,550 mAh | 3,450 mAh | 3,100 mAh |
| Launch price | $650 | $499 | $200 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy S6 released?
The Galaxy S6 was released in Apr 2015.
How much does the Galaxy S6 cost?
The Galaxy S6 launched at $650 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy S6 screen size and type?
The Galaxy S6 has a 5.1" QHD AMOLED display.
What chipset does the Galaxy S6 use?
The Galaxy S6 is powered by the Exynos 7420 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy S6 have?
The Galaxy S6 ships with 3 GB · 32 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy S6 battery capacity?
The Galaxy S6 has a 2,550 mAh battery.
How fast does the Galaxy S6 charge?
The Galaxy S6 supports 15 W wired charging.
Does the Galaxy S6 have wireless charging?
The Galaxy S6 supports 5 W wireless charging.
What is the Galaxy S6 main camera?
The Galaxy S6 has a 16 MP · f/1.9 main camera.
Does the Galaxy S6 have 5G?
The Galaxy S6 does not support 5G (4G LTE only).
Is the Galaxy S6 waterproof?
The Galaxy S6 has no official ingress-protection rating.
How much does the Galaxy S6 weigh?
The Galaxy S6 weighs 138 g.
What colours does the Galaxy S6 come in?
The Galaxy S6 is available in 4 colours: Black Sapphire, White Pearl, Gold Platinum, Blue Topaz.
Is the Galaxy S6 worth buying?
The Galaxy S6 marked Samsung’s shift to premium glass-and-metal design. Its small sealed battery and ended support place it in the past. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy S6 an editorial score of 48/100.
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