Galaxy S6 Active
A rugged S6 with a bigger battery, swapping glass for toughness.
The Galaxy S6 Active is a flagship Samsung smartphone released Jun 2015, with a launch price of $695. It pairs the Exynos 7420 with a 5.1" QHD SAMOLED display, a 16 MP OIS main camera and a 3,500 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 56/100 — A tougher S6 with more endurance. Standout strengths: bigger 3,500 mah battery than the s6. and ip68 + mil-std-810g ruggedness. Main trade-off: no microsd (followed the s6).
A tougher S6 with more endurance.
The Galaxy S6 Active traded the standard S6's glass for a rugged IP68/MIL-STD body and a meaningfully bigger battery, while keeping the flagship Exynos 7420 and QHD AMOLED. It was arguably the most practical S6 for many users, even if carrier-locked.
Read the full review- Bigger 3,500 mAh battery than the S6.
- IP68 + MIL-STD-810G ruggedness.
- Same fast Exynos 7420 and QHD AMOLED.
- Active key + wireless charging.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Galaxy S6 Active compares
| Galaxy S6 Active | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | Galaxy A15 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 56 | 89 | 56 |
| Chipset | Exynos 7420 | SD 8 Elite | Dimensity 6100+ |
| Display | 5.1" QHD SAMOLED | 6.73" LTPO AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED 90 Hz |
| Main camera | 16 MP OIS | 50 MP · f/1.63 | 50 MP · f/1.8 |
| Battery | 3,500 mAh | 5,410 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $695 | $1,499 | $180 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy S6 Active released?
The Galaxy S6 Active was released in Jun 2015.
How much does the Galaxy S6 Active cost?
The Galaxy S6 Active launched at $695 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy S6 Active screen size and type?
The Galaxy S6 Active has a 5.1" QHD SAMOLED display.
What chipset does the Galaxy S6 Active use?
The Galaxy S6 Active is powered by the Exynos 7420 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy S6 Active have?
The Galaxy S6 Active ships with 3 GB · 32 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy S6 Active battery capacity?
The Galaxy S6 Active has a 3,500 mAh battery.
How fast does the Galaxy S6 Active charge?
The Galaxy S6 Active supports 15 W wired charging.
Does the Galaxy S6 Active have wireless charging?
The Galaxy S6 Active supports Yes wireless charging.
What is the Galaxy S6 Active main camera?
The Galaxy S6 Active has a 16 MP OIS main camera.
Does the Galaxy S6 Active have a headphone jack?
The Galaxy S6 Active has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Galaxy S6 Active get software updates?
The Galaxy S6 Active update policy: To Android 7.0.
How much does the Galaxy S6 Active weigh?
The Galaxy S6 Active weighs 151 g.
What colours does the Galaxy S6 Active come in?
The Galaxy S6 Active is available in 3 colours: Camo White, Camo Blue, Gray.
Is the Galaxy S6 Active worth buying?
The Galaxy S6 Active traded the standard S6's glass for a rugged IP68/MIL-STD body and a meaningfully bigger battery, while keeping the flagship Exynos 7420 and QHD AMOLED. It was arguably the most practical S6 for many users, even if carrier-locked. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy S6 Active an editorial score of 56/100.
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