Galaxy S6 vs Galaxy S6 Edge+
A side-by-side look at the Galaxy S6 and the Galaxy S6 Edge+ — how their displays, chipsets, cameras, batteries and full specifications compare, so you can see what changed and which one fits you.
Galaxy S6 vs Galaxy S6 Edge+: the key differences
The Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge+ launched in the same year (2015) as part of the same generation, so they share a great deal — but they are aimed at different buyers.
- ◆Memory: the Galaxy S6 Edge+ offers more RAM — up to 4 GB vs 3 GB.
- ◆Battery: the Galaxy S6 Edge+ has the larger battery, 3,000 mAh vs 2,550 mAh.
- ◆Display: Galaxy S6 — 5.1″ Quad HD Super AMOLED; Galaxy S6 Edge+ — 5.7″ Quad HD Super AMOLED (dual-edge).
- ◆Weight: the Galaxy S6 is lighter at 138 g (vs 153 g).
- ◆Software: Galaxy S6 shipped with Android 5.0.2 (up to 7.0); Galaxy S6 Edge+ with Android 5.1 (up to 7.0).
- ◆Launch price: Galaxy S6 — $650; Galaxy S6 Edge+ — $799.
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Full specification comparison
| Specification | Galaxy S6 | Galaxy S6 Edge+ |
|---|---|---|
| Release | April 2015 | August 2015 |
| Display | 5.1″ Quad HD Super AMOLED | 5.7″ Quad HD Super AMOLED (dual-edge) |
| Resolution | 1440 × 2560 (577 ppi) | 1440 × 2560 (518 ppi) |
| Chipset | Exynos 7420 (14 nm) | Exynos 7420 (14 nm) |
| RAM | 3 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage | 32 / 64 / 128 GB | 32 / 64 GB |
| Main camera | 16 MP with OIS, f/1.9 | 16 MP with OIS, f/1.9 |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP |
| Battery | 2550 mAh, wireless charging | 3000 mAh, wireless charging |
| OS | Android 5.0.2 (up to 7.0) | Android 5.1 (up to 7.0) |
| Dimensions | 143.4 × 70.5 × 6.8 mm | 154.4 × 75.8 × 6.9 mm |
| Weight | 138 g | 153 g |
| Build | Glass + aluminum | Glass + aluminum |
| Launch price | $650 | $799 |
Bold values indicate a difference between the two models.