Galaxy S6 vs Galaxy S7
A side-by-side look at the Galaxy S6 and the Galaxy S7 — 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 S7: the key differences
The Galaxy S7 arrived in 2016, 1 year after the Galaxy S6 (2015), and moves the line forward in several areas.
- ◆Processor: the Galaxy S7 runs the Snapdragon 820 / Exynos 8890, while the Galaxy S6 uses the Exynos 7420 (14 nm).
- ◆Memory: the Galaxy S7 offers more RAM — up to 4 GB vs 3 GB.
- ◆Battery: the Galaxy S7 has the larger battery, 3,000 mAh vs 2,550 mAh.
- ◆Main camera: Galaxy S6 — 16 MP with OIS, f/1.9; Galaxy S7 — 12 MP Dual Pixel, f/1.7, OIS.
- ◆Weight: the Galaxy S6 is lighter at 138 g (vs 152 g).
- ◆Software: Galaxy S6 shipped with Android 5.0.2 (up to 7.0); Galaxy S7 with Android 6.0 (up to 8.0).
- ◆Launch price: Galaxy S6 — $650; Galaxy S7 — $670.
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Full specification comparison
| Specification | Galaxy S6 | Galaxy S7 |
|---|---|---|
| Release | April 2015 | March 2016 |
| Display | 5.1″ Quad HD Super AMOLED | 5.1″ Quad HD Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1440 × 2560 (577 ppi) | 1440 × 2560 (577 ppi) |
| Chipset | Exynos 7420 (14 nm) | Snapdragon 820 / Exynos 8890 |
| RAM | 3 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage | 32 / 64 / 128 GB | 32 / 64 GB + microSD |
| Main camera | 16 MP with OIS, f/1.9 | 12 MP Dual Pixel, f/1.7, OIS |
| 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 6.0 (up to 8.0) |
| Water resistance | — | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 143.4 × 70.5 × 6.8 mm | 142.4 × 69.6 × 7.9 mm |
| Weight | 138 g | 152 g |
| Build | Glass + aluminum | Glass + metal |
| Launch price | $650 | $670 |
Bold values indicate a difference between the two models.