A new flip phone from Samsung is coming to town later this year and based on what we are hearing, it could tempt more people to switch to a foldable phone. The Galaxy Z Flip 6 is poised to be a showstopper at Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event rumoured to take place in late July.
For those unfamiliar with the smartphone release cycle, July/August is usually when we see a flurry of new foldable phones from various manufacturers trying to steal the spotlight ahead of Apple’s big September event reserved for the next-gen iPhones. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 took up that task last year with a grand reveal in Seoul, South Korea, where the focus was primarily on the revamped Galaxy Z Flip 5.
This year’s Galaxy Unpacked, however, is most likely to be all about bringing a major change to the Galaxy Z Fold. The Galaxy Z Flip 6, as a result, is rumoured to be all about qualitative improvements rather than a generational leap. With generative AI thrown into the mix, the new Galaxy Z Flip 6 could be all about smartness rather than flaunt-worthy specifications.
Will that be enough to warrant an upgrade? That’s what we aim to find out in our Galaxy Z Flip 6 vs Galaxy Z Flip 5 comparison, wherein we analyse all the recent leaks and rumours to help you make up your mind.
Let’s unfold the differences and gains.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6’s leaked specifications at a glance
Before we begin, let’s take a quick look at all the leaked and rumoured details we have about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6.
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Platform
Based on the leaked synthetic benchmark listings, Samsung is avoiding its homebred Exynos 2400 chipset and sticking to Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip – the same System-on-Chip (SoC) that powers the mighty Galaxy S24 Ultra. This is also rumoured to be paired with up to 12GB RAM, which is a major upgrade from the Flip 5’s 8GB RAM. Hence, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 won’t be compromising as far as performance is concerned.
Operating system
Since Android 15 won’t be arriving to the masses before October, Samsung is rumoured to release the Galaxy Z Flip 6 with the latest version of One UI 6 based on Android 14. This should also bring all the Galaxy AI features that recently debuted on the Flip 5 and Fold 5 with the recent One UI update.
Display
The Flip 6 is rumoured to carry over the same 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED foldable display from its predecessor. Samsung is also expected to keep the 3.4-inch folder-shaped Cover display unchanged.
Cameras
After five generations, Samsung is expected to upgrade the primary camera system on its flagship flip smartphone. The main camera is rumoured to borrow the 50-megapixel sensor with f/1.8 aperture lens from the Galaxy S24, which should theoretically improve the image quality. The ultrawide shooter is said to retain the same 12-megapixel sensor and the same can be said for the 10-megapixel selfie camera (located on the main display).
Battery
Battery life has always been an Achilles heel on Samsung’s flip phones but this year, the South Korean giant is interested in addressing the concern. Rumours suggest that Samsung will provide a bigger 4,000mAh battery in the Flip 6. Although it isn’t big enough for a modern-day Android phone, the Flip 6 could benefit from superior stamina on those busy days.
Price
Despite the numbered upgrades, Samsung is rumoured to charge a premium for the Galaxy Z Flip 6. The prices are expected to scale up significantly across all regions.
Galaxy Z Flip 6 vs Galaxy Z Flip 5: Are the newer specifications significant enough?
There are two key areas where Galaxy Z Flip 5 users won’t miss out in comparison to the newer model.
– As far as design and build is concerned, there seems to be no notable difference between the generations. Hence, Flip 5 users aren’t missing out on any new design trends this year.
– The same goes for the display specifications. There is no discernable difference between the Flip 5 and Flip 6’s display specifications unless Samsung brings a brighter OLED panel and a revised hinge mechanism to ease off the crease on the latter.
However, Samsung is bringing a couple of upgrades to the Galaxy Z Flip 6 in these key areas and they make it a superior product.
– Performance will be a strong aspect of the Galaxy Z Flip 6, courtesy of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip. Despite being based on a similar 4nm node as the Galaxy Z Flip 5’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 could run more efficiently and be well-suited for demanding generative AI tasks brought to the table by Galaxy AI.
– Similar to the Galaxy S24 series, Samsung is also expected to promise a total of seven OS updates to the Galaxy Z Flip 6. This will make it a better option for those who don’t prefer upgrading every four years. The Galaxy Z Flip 5, in contrast, only promises four OS updates, of which only three OS updates remain.
– The upgraded 50-megapixel image sensor for the main camera on the Galaxy Z Flip 6 should deliver superior results in tricky low light conditions than the Galaxy Z Flip 5’s 12-megapixel sensor. The new sensor should also offer better video recording quality.
– The 4,000mAh battery on the Galaxy Z Flip 6 along with the refinements of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 should deliver better stamina than the Galaxy Z Flip 5, which only has a 3,700mAh battery.
Galaxy Z Flip 6 vs Galaxy Z Flip 5: Our verdict
Winner: Galaxy Z Flip 6
The Galaxy Z Flip 6 improves upon the shortcomings of its predecessor and ends up being a better phone to live with. Although the price is rumoured to go up significantly, Samsung has addressed the core aspects of the phone like battery life, performance and cameras. For those seeking the latest and greatest in the flip phone segment, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 could once again be the undisputed champion.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
– When is the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 releasing?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 is expected to be released in an upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event rumoured to be hosted in mid-July.
– Which phone has better battery life – Galaxy Z Flip 6 or Galaxy Z Flip 5?
The Galaxy Z Flip 6 with its 4,000mAh battery is expected to offer superior battery life.
