Samsung has released a new model of its foldable phone, the Galaxy Z Flip 6
Key features:
- Design and Display: • Outer Screen: 3.4-inch Super AMOLED (720 x 748 resolution, 60Hz) • Inner Screen: 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X (2640 x 1080 resolution, 1-120Hz variable refresh rate) • Weight: 187g, dimensions when folded: 72 x 85 x 15mm, dimensions when unfolded: 72 x 165 x 7mm • Colors: Silver Shadow, Mint, Yellow, Blue, and additional colors available exclusively on the Samsung website: Crafted Black, White, Peach.
- Performance: • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 • RAM: 8GB and 12GB options • Storage: 256GB and 512GB options
- Camera: • Rear Cameras: 50MP main camera, 12MP ultra-wide camera • Front Camera: 10MP
- Battery and Charging: • Battery Capacity: 4,000mAh • Charging: 25W wired charging, 15W wireless charging, 4.5W reverse wireless charging
- Other Features: • IP48 dust and water resistance rating • Armor Aluminum frame and improved hinge for enhanced durability • Android 14 with One UI 6.1.1 operating system • Enhanced camera software features like Flex Mode, FlexCam, and Auto Zoom
There are several major improvements and changes when comparing the Galaxy Z Flip 5 to the Galaxy Z Flip 6.
1. Design and Durability
• Design: The Flip 6 is slightly thinner than the Flip 5 and features sand-polished edges on both sides. Additionally, a color-matching ring around the rear camera lenses gives it a more refined look.
• Durability: The Flip 6 uses a reinforced Armor Aluminum frame, improving durability by about 10%. The hinge and edges have also been strengthened. Upgraded from the Flip 5's IPX8 water resistance rating, the Flip 6 boasts an IP48 dust and water resistance rating.
2. Display
• Main Display: Both models feature the same 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, but the Flip 6 has improved maximum brightness from 1600 nits to 2600 nits.
• Cover Display: Both models have a 3.4-inch Super AMOLED cover display.
3. Camera
• Rear Camera: The Flip 6 is equipped with a 50MP main camera, offering higher resolution and performance compared to the Flip 5's 12MP main camera. The ultra-wide camera remains at 12MP, but software optimizations have enhanced its performance.
• Front Camera: The front camera is 10MP on both models.
4. Battery and Charging
• Battery Capacity: The Flip 6 has increased battery capacity to 4000mAh from the Flip 5's 3700mAh.
• Charging Speed: Both models support 25W wired charging, 15W wireless charging, and 4.5W reverse wireless charging.
5. Performance and Software
• Processor: The Flip 5 uses the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Flip 6 features the more advanced Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, providing enhanced performance.
• Operating System: The Flip 6 is launched with Android 14 and One UI 6.1.1, while the Flip 5 was released with Android 13 and One UI 5.1.1.
