Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 review: Your biggest questions answered

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 is Samsung's latest and the most expensive Flip phone. But is it any good? Read to find out.

Published By: Manik Berry | Published: Aug 31, 2024, 02:52 PM (IST)

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Two questions. One: Should I buy the Galaxy Z Flip5 because it is now slightly more affordable? Two: I have the Flip5, should I upgrade to the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6? These questions are eating away at both current Flip users and those who want to buy their first Flip phone. Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Galaxy S26+: Which one makes more sense?

And I'll answer these for you in this article. But before we jump into our detailed Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 review, here's a quick spec sheet. Also Read: Samsung working on new AI-powered smart glasses to compete Meta: Gemini AI integration and Android XR

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 specifications

Specifications	Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6
Display	Main: 6.7-inch Foldable AMOLED FHD+ AMOLED (120 Hz) Cover: 3.4-inch sAMOLED (60 Hz) with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Cameras	Rear: 50MP wide + 12MP ultrawide
Processor	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
RAM and storage	12GB + 256GB 12GB + 512GB
Battery	4000mAh split battery
Charger	25-watt wired charging 15-watt wireless charging 5-watt reverse wireless charging
Connectivity	WiFi Bluetooth 5.3
Dimensions and weight	Unfolded: 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm Folded: 85.1 x 71.9 x 14.9 mm187 grams
Colours	Victory Gold, Speed Green, Dark Purple
Box contents	Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6, USB-C cable, SIM tool, paperwork
Price	Blue, Yellow, Mint, Silver Shadow Online exclusive colours: Crafted Black, White, Peach

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 design

Samsung has finally given this phone the flagship cameras that it always missed out on. The Z Flip6 gets a 50MP main camera with a 12MP ultrawide. These are good cameras with consistent performance in almost all conditions. However, the ultrawide struggles a bit with low light, but Samsung has solid backend processing to bring out the details in most shots.

The Flip's cameras are also massive upgrades because a 50MP lens on this form factor means you have a 50MP selfie camera. There are AI features like auto-framing and gesture detection that add to the camera experience. Overall, the Flip 6 is a big camera upgrade over last year's Flip5.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 folding features

Let's get to the heart of the matter now. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 flips, and that's one big reason you'd want to buy this phone. So here's a list of everything you can do with the folding features on the Flip 6:

Check WhatsApp from the cover screen: Not completely convenient, but faster than unlocking your phone and sifting through chats.

Use main cameras as selfie cameras: One of the strongest flip features. You can use the main 50MP camera as a selfie shooter, and AI features like auto-zoom only sweeten the deal.

The camcorder grip: If you're a 90s kid who saw the whole camcorder era, you know what I'm talking about. And this is also an ideal grip for vloggers.

Flip for calls: You can flip the phone open to attend a call, and then flip it close to disconnect it. Pretty neat, and pretty handy.

Cover screen for translation: The translate app can show your translations on the cover display, so you can hold it half open to have a translated conversation.

Flip in the pocket: Last but not least, this phone barely takes up any space in your pocket. So if your clothes have small pockets or you don't have much space in your purse, this is a good, compact option.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 AI features

Samsung has gone big on the AI features this year, but what exactly is Galaxy AI? Here's a quick list of all the Galaxy AI features on the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6:

Circle to search: Yes this is a Google feature but Samsung has executed this well. Just circle anything on the screen and you'll have the results pop up in a flash. 7 out of 10 times it works as expected, but there are some stutters now and then.

FlexCam: The Flip6 uses this feature to detect you and other people in the camera, and then frames the right shot. It can also switch between the main and ultrawide lenses if it needs to. This feature also works as advertised most of the time.

Photo editing: You can move people, remove objects, resize stuff, and make some cool additions from the Samsung Gallery app. Works well most of the time.

AI call translation: I was in a meeting and my phone rang for the 3rd time. I just answered and tapped the transcribe button. It wasn't 100% spot-on, but the feature transcribes and even translates calls for you, you can also just type your response and your phone will speak to the other person for you.

Note Assist: See a long web page or a boring report? Copy and paste it into the Samsung Notes app, select the text and hit summarize. This is one of the most useful features of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6, and it works as advertised.

AI wallpapers: Not a part of Galaxy AI, but you can create some cool wallpapers with this feature. Template prompts are already there and you just have to fill in the blanks with the given options and create stand-out wallpapers. Since the default wallpaper is doing this, you don't need to worry about resizing or getting the right resolution either.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 performance

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 is the right choice for this phone. I've tested Exynos chips on past Samsung flagships, but they're now gone for the better. Samsung has fitted this phone with a vapour chamber, so the heating is pretty much-taken care of. However, heavy titles like Genshing or San Andreas do heat the device.

Multitasking is smooth, heavy tasks run just fine, and the phone also manages to squeeze out a full day of battery life in most cases. The Flip 6 also gets 12GB RAM with 256GB storage in the base model, making it future-proof. Lastly, you're getting 7 years of Android updates, so if you want to squeeze the most out of this phone, you'll have the backend security to do it.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 battery and charging

With its 4000mAh cell, the Flip6 has a 300mAh bigger battery than last year's Flip5. However, modern Android phones are packing over 5000mAh cells in strangely slim form factors. As a result of the Flip's smaller battery, there's only enough power to get you through the day.

In my usage, I charged this phone in the morning, which takes a significantly long time, and then I charged it again at night so it wouldn't switch off before morning. Charging is also one of the weakest parts of the Flip6. You only get 25-watt wired charging, while phones half of its price have 70-watt fast chargers.

Again for reference, the Oppo Find N3 Flip comes with 44-watt fast charging, and the Moto Razr packs 45-watt charging speed. This is one department where Samsung needs to take the competition seriously, because the slow charging on this phone compromises the whole experience.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 review verdict: The big questions

Q1: Should I buy the Galaxy Z Flip5 because it is now slightly more affordable?

Ans: That's a bad idea. The Flip6 has an IP48 rating, which makes it dust and dirt-resistant to some extent. The Flip5 is IPX8, which means it can take on water, but dust is a big no-no. So the Flip6 is the better choice for travelling and daily use.

Q2: I have the Flip5, should I upgrade to the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6?

Ans: This is a mixed bag but let me try and answer this for you. If you already have a Flip5, most of the AI features are going to make it to that phone anyway. Just hang on to it and keep using it. But if you still want to upgrade, then Samsung has trade-in programmes to make it lighter on your pocket. Just consider all the options before you jump from the Flip5 to the Flip6.

Q3: Should I buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6?

Ans: If you want a flip phone with a clean, durable design, a decent IP rating, a good folding display with a reliable hinge, and 7 years of OS updates, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 is a no-brainer. However, for all those goodies, you get a slow 25-watt charging speed and a cover display that's only 60hz.

To put it in a nutshell, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 is a good flip phone and a decent package. You'll love the compact form factor and clever software optimizations done across the board by Samsung. But yes, the Rs. 1,10,000 price tag is a big ask for this phone, especially if you can get the S24 Ultra for 7,000 rupees less than that. So if you get a good discount on this phone or a solid trade-in value for your current one, then the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 is a good flip phone for you.

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