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Galaxy S6 Edge

US Price

$850

Galaxy S6 Edge

Processor

Exynos 7420 Octa

Main Camera

16MP Main Camera with OIS

Display

5.1-inch Super AMOLED

Battery

2600 mAh Battery (15W Fast Charging)

Key Features & Connectivity

5G Supported
NFC Enabled
eSIM Support
Wi-Fi 6/7 Ready
Water Resistant
Headphone Jack
ColorsWhite Pearl, Black Sapphire, Gold Platinum, Green Emerald
Water RatingNone
Release DateApril 10, 2015
OS SupportNo longer supported

Galaxy S6 Edge Overview

The Galaxy S6 Edge is a Samsung smartphone released in April 2015 with a US reference price of $850. It runs on the Exynos 7420 Octa, has a 5.1-inch Super AMOLED display, uses a 16MP Main Camera with OIS and packs a 2600 mAh battery.

General Information

US Price
$850
Weight
132 g
Dimensions
142.1 x 70.1 x 7 mm
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), glass back (Gorilla Glass 4), aluminum frame
SIM
Nano-SIM
Water resistance
None
Variants
None

Display

Display type
Super AMOLED
Screen size
5.1 inches
Resolution
1440p / 1080p High-Res
Refresh rate
60Hz
Brightness
None
HDR
HDR10+
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus/Armor
Pixel density
~500 ppi

Performance

Chipset
Exynos 7420 Octa
CPU
Octa-core
GPU
Mali-T760MP8
Process
14 nm
RAM
3GB
Storage
32GB, 64GB, 128GB
Storage type
UFS 2.0
Geekbench (single / multi)
None
Cooling
Vapor Chamber Cooling

Rear Camera

CamerasSingle
Main16MP
UltrawideNone
TelephotoNone
MacroNone
StabilizationYes
FlashLED flash
Video4K@30fps

Front Selfie Camera

Selfie camera5MP
HDRAuto HDR
Portrait modeNone
Video1440p@30fps

Battery & Charging

Capacity
2600 mAh
Wired charging
15W
Wireless charging
Qi/PMA
Reverse charging
None
Charger in box
Yes (Included in retail box)
USB
microUSB 2.0

Network & Connectivity

5G
Not supported
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 5
Bluetooth
4.1
NFC
Yes (Supports contact payments)
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
IR blaster
Yes (Built-in IR transceiver)
Headphone jack
Yes (Supports legacy analog jacks)

Sensors

Fingerprint
Yes
Gyroscope
Yes (3-axis gyroscope)
Compass
Yes (Supports compass apps)
Accelerometer
Yes (Motion detection)
Face unlock
No

Software & AI

OS
Android 5.0.2 (Lollipop), upgradable to Android 7.0 (Nougat)
Updates
No longer supported
AI features
N/A
Circle to Search
No
AI photo editing
No
Live translation
No
AI assistant
No

Pros

  • • 5G connectivity support for blazing-fast mobile data speeds.
  • • Etriking build quality and modern design aesthetics.
  • • Lutstandingly fast Exynos 7420 Octa processor handles multitasking and gaming effortlessly.
  • • Fast charging technology minimizes downtime between charges.

Cons

  • • No official IP rating for water and dust resistance.
  • • The camera housing protrudes noticeably from the rear panel.

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast does the Galaxy S6 Edge charge?

The Galaxy S6 Edge supports fast charging technology, allowing you to quickly top up the 2600 mAh battery and get back to using your phone in a short amount of time.

Is the Galaxy S6 Edge camera good for photography?

Yes, the 16 MP f/1.9 OIS primary camera captures sharp, detailed photos with excellent color accuracy. It also performs well in low-light conditions.

How long does the Galaxy S6 Edge battery last?

With its 2600 mAh battery, the Galaxy S6 Edge comfortably lasts a full day of heavy usage including streaming, browsing, and social media.

What is the display size on the Galaxy S6 Edge?

The Galaxy S6 Edge features a 5.1 inches display that offers vibrant colors, smooth scrolling, and excellent viewing angles for all types of content.

Is the Galaxy S6 Edge worth buying in the USA?

Absolutely. The Galaxy S6 Edge offers a strong combination of performance, camera quality, battery life, and build quality, making it a smart purchase for US buyers.

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