Galaxy S6 edge+
The 5.7" phablet edition of Samsung's first all-glass curved flagship.
The Galaxy S6 edge+ is a flagship Samsung smartphone released Aug 2015, with a launch price of $815. It pairs the Exynos 7420 with a 5.7" SAMOLED 60 Hz display, a 16 MP OIS main camera and a 3,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 66/100 — The first curved phablet. Standout strengths: first curved-screen phablet. and 4 gb ram was generous for 2015. Main trade-off: no microsd or water resistance.
The first curved phablet.
S6 edge+ scaled the curved-glass S6 into phablet territory with 4 GB RAM and the dominant Exynos 7420. Dropping microSD and water resistance was controversial, but the build set a premium bar. A pivotal design moment for Samsung.
Read the full review- First curved-screen phablet.
- 4 GB RAM was generous for 2015.
- Exynos 7420 was the fastest mobile chip of its year.
- All-glass premium build.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Galaxy S6 edge+ compares
| Galaxy S6 edge+ | iPhone 8 Plus | Galaxy S8+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 66 | 66 | 66 |
| Chipset | Exynos 7420 | Apple A11 Bionic | SD 835 |
| Display | 5.7" SAMOLED 60 Hz | 5.5" LCD 60 Hz | 6.2" QHD+ AMOLED |
| Main camera | 16 MP OIS | 12 MP · f/1.8 | 12 MP · f/1.7 |
| Battery | 3,000 mAh | 2,691 mAh | 3,500 mAh |
| Launch price | $815 | $799 | $850 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy S6 edge+ released?
The Galaxy S6 edge+ was released in Aug 2015.
How much does the Galaxy S6 edge+ cost?
The Galaxy S6 edge+ launched at $815 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy S6 edge+ screen size and type?
The Galaxy S6 edge+ has a 5.7" SAMOLED 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the Galaxy S6 edge+ use?
The Galaxy S6 edge+ is powered by the Exynos 7420 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy S6 edge+ have?
The Galaxy S6 edge+ ships with 4 GB · 32 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy S6 edge+ battery capacity?
The Galaxy S6 edge+ has a 3,000 mAh battery.
How fast does the Galaxy S6 edge+ charge?
The Galaxy S6 edge+ supports 15 W wired charging.
Does the Galaxy S6 edge+ have wireless charging?
The Galaxy S6 edge+ supports 9 W wireless charging.
What is the Galaxy S6 edge+ main camera?
The Galaxy S6 edge+ has a 16 MP OIS main camera.
Does the Galaxy S6 edge+ have a headphone jack?
The Galaxy S6 edge+ has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Galaxy S6 edge+ get software updates?
The Galaxy S6 edge+ update policy: Ended Android 7.0.
How much does the Galaxy S6 edge+ weigh?
The Galaxy S6 edge+ weighs 153 g.
What colours does the Galaxy S6 edge+ come in?
The Galaxy S6 edge+ is available in 2 colours: Black Sapphire, Gold Platinum.
Is the Galaxy S6 edge+ worth buying?
S6 edge+ scaled the curved-glass S6 into phablet territory with 4 GB RAM and the dominant Exynos 7420. Dropping microSD and water resistance was controversial, but the build set a premium bar. A pivotal design moment for Samsung. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy S6 edge+ an editorial score of 66/100.
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