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Galaxy S6 vs Galaxy S4 comparison: is the big upgrade really worth it?

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The Galaxy S6 landed with a splash and it's been blowing all other phones out of the water in pretty much every way. If you're a Galaxy S4 owner and your contract is about to expire, or you're otherwise looking to upgrade, is the Galaxy S6 the phone for you, or should you just stick with your trusty Galaxy S4 and save some money? Let’s find out in our Galaxy S6 vs Galaxy S4 comparison.

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Of course the Galaxy S6 is technically better than the two-year-old Galaxy S4, but is it worth the upgrade? / © ANDROIDPIT

Galaxy S6 vs Galaxy S4: Release date and price

The Samsung Galaxy S6 is available new for just over US$500 for the 32GB model. The 64GB model currently sits around US$600, and the 128GB version will still set you back upwards of US$800. It's a fantastic phone, but that's still a big asking price, and it may turn the more frugal among you away.

The Galaxy S4 has been with us for well over two years now and, in that time, its asking price has dropped to under US$300 for the 16GB model and US$350 for the 32GB model. That's a good price for what remains a great handset. It might not be getting any more Android updates, but you can at least get it up to Android 5.0 Lollipop.

Galaxy S6 vs Galaxy S4: Design and build quality

With the Galaxy S6, Samsung clearly took note of the criticisms thrown at the Galaxy S5 and, to a lesser extent, the Galaxy S4. The phone has an elegant glass front and rear with an aluminum rim. It's very shiny and elegant – perhaps too much so for some people – but it certainly oozes class more that the plastic (sorry, 'polycarbonate') Galaxy S4.

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The Galaxy S6 has a similar shape to the S4, but a much more premium feel. / © ANDROIDPIT

Unlike other aspects of the phone – such as the display and processor – where a considerable improvement is inevitable over the two years that separate the S4 and S6, we weren't sure whether the design would be much of an improvement. Thankfully, it is, and the Galaxy S6 looks and feels like the premium phone the Galaxy S4 should've been.

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The plastic chassis of the Galaxy S4 always undermined its claims to greatness. / © ANDROIDPIT

Galaxy S6 vs Galaxy S4: Display

The Galaxy S6 has an impressive 5.1-inch, QHD 1440 x 2560 resolution, accommodating a massive 577 ppi. It's one of the best displays available on a current smartphone.

But the S4 still holds its own, and actually beats the Galaxy S6 in the screen-to-body ratio department, which stands at 71.91 percent compared with the S6's 70.48 percent. Beside that, the S4 display is still decent by today's standards, albeit if a little on the dim side. There is also some debate about whether the Galaxy S6 screen is large enough for the average user to fully appreciate its ppi prowess. The display is a massive improvement, sure, but not an essential reason to upgrade.

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The Galaxy S6 has a glorious display, but the S4's isn't bad. / © ANDROIDPIT

Galaxy S6 vs Galaxy S4: Software

The Galaxy S6 arrived touting Android 5.0.2 Lollipop and some new TouchWiz software features, and has now been updated to 5.1.1, with Marshmallow not too far off. The Galaxy S4 sits on Android 5.0 Lollipop or higher on most carriers, and it almost certainly won't be receiving an official build of Marshmallow

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The Galaxy S4 is now stuck on Lollipop, with no future updates planned. © ANDROIDPIT

Galaxy S6 vs Galaxy S4: Performance

No surprises here. The Galaxy S6 wipes the floor with the Galaxy S4 in terms of hardware – a 32-bit, quad-core Snapdragon to a 64-bit, octa-core Exynos 7 chipset is a big jump. The power management of the S6's 64-bit chip also far surpasses the capabilities of the S4. 

The performance gap between the phones shows in any of the benchmarks for the Galaxy S6. The S6 scored around 69,000 on AnTuTu, whereas the Galaxy S4 came in at 29,000. However, you could make the case that for the average user all that power is unnecessary, and the Galaxy S4 will still be able to multi-task and play most smartphone games with little trouble.

Galaxy S6 vs Galaxy S4: Camera

The Galaxy S6 is introduced some next-level camera performance. A 16 MP rear camera with optical image stabilization is complemented by a 5 MP front-facing camera with real-time HDR. The Galaxy S4 has a 13 MP rear camera, with a 2.1 MP snapper up front. So in terms of megapixel count, the S4 really not that far behind the S6, and with some software tweaks brought about by the update to Android 5.0 Lollipop, the Galaxy S4 has seen some further improvements.

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The Galaxy S6 (pictured) has a 16 MP camera, the Galaxy S4 has a 13 MP camera. But there are more differences than the megapixels suggest. / © ANDROIDPIT

However, the S6 camera has a f1.9 aperture, which allows for better shooting in low-light conditions. It also has fast-tracking autofocus, and an infrared sensor that makes it even better at detecting light levels. The S4 lacks all these high-tech features, so if you're a committed smartphone photographer you may want to consider the Galaxy S6, which has one of the best snappers around.

Galaxy S6 vs Galaxy S4: Battery and microSD expansion

Perhaps the biggest consideration for die-hard Samsung fans will be the absence of a microSD card slot and a smaller capacity non-removable battery in the S6. These are two of the cornerstones that Samsung has built its world domination on, and their absence will be felt by many. 

However, Samsung has promised that you'll be able to get four hours of battery out just a 10-minute charge with the Galaxy S6, which also supports wireless charging. These two perks may be enough to sway people to abandon their Galaxy S4 with its trusty removable battery.

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Galaxy S4 owners might be put off by the S6's lack of removable battery. / © ANDROIDPIT

The Galaxy S6 comes in 32 GB, 64 GB and 128 GB variants, while the Galaxy S4 only has 16 GB and 32 GB flavors. However, the latter has a microSD slot, which lets you add 128 GB more storage space. If storage is your main concern, then you can easily buy a 128 GB microSD card for your S4 rather than spend hundreds of extra dollars on a Galaxy S6. That said, the average user is unlikely to use up the full 64 GB phone storage on the Galaxy S6, let alone 128 GB.

Galaxy S6 vs Galaxy S4: Specs

  Galaxy S6 Galaxy S4
System  Android 5.1.1 with TouchWiz Android 5.0 Lollipop (depending on carrier)
Display 5.1 inch, Super AMOLED, 2,560 x 1,440 pixels, 577 ppi 5 inch, Super AMOLED, 1,920 x 1,080 pixels, 441 ppi
Processor Exynos 7, 64-bit octa-core, 2.1GHz Snapdragon 600, quad-core, 1.9 GHz
RAM 3GB 2 GB
Internal storage 32/64/128 GB (no microSD) 16/32 GB + microSD
Battery 2,550 mAh (non-removable), magnetic resonance wireless charging, Quick connect charging 2,600 mAh (removable)
Camera 16 MP OIS/5 MP with real-time HDR 13 MP/2.1 MP
Connectivity LTE Cat. 6, Samsung Pay and NFC payments, Bluetooth, NFC LTE Cat. 3, HSPA+, Bluetooth 4.0, IrDA, NFC, USB 2.0
Dimensions 143.4 x 70.5 x 6.8 mm 136.6 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm
Weight 138 grams 130 grams
Extras Glass and aluminum construction, Gorilla Glass 4 Polycarbonate construction, Gorilla Glass 3

Galaxy S6 vs Galaxy S4: Verdict

The Galaxy S6 was the most powerful smartphone upon launch, and remains a force to reckoned with, but being at the bleeding edge of smartphone technology comes at a high price. We wouldn't advise buying an S4 at this point due to the fact that it will miss out on Marshmallow and any further updates, but if you already own an S4 then think about what you really want from your phone before you upgrade.

If you just want a smooth phone that'll easily multitask and run most apps and games on the Play Store today, and run the coveted Lollipop update, then there's no reason not to stick with your S4 for now. If you want to take great pictures that are done justice by the screen you view them on, along with wireless charging, fast-charging, a heartbeat sensor, and other innovative features, then the Galaxy S6 is well worth a look. Being so powerful, it's also future-proof – guaranteed to run just about any new app or game that comes out in the next few years.

Do you own a Galaxy S4? Will you be making the big jump to the Galaxy S6, or are you fine right where you are? Let us know what you think about our Galaxy S6 vs Galaxy S4 comparison.

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  • BigBear Mato Tanka B 10
    BigBear Mato Tanka B Mar 4, 2018 Link to comment

    I've owned the GS3 ,GS4,GS5 I skipped the 6's ,7's I don't like edge ie curved displays at the edges that's why I went with the GS8 Active it has a flat screen . I'm not happy with a non-removable battery but it has a 4000 mah battery .


  • Shawn 1
    Shawn May 9, 2017 Link to comment

    I had an S4 that I picked up last year for $100. Was a great phone but I stumbled upon a pretty good deal of $150 for an S6 so I made the jump. The article was right that the S4 is fine for whatever day to day tasks we need to do but the S6 does it so much faster.


  • T R 1
    T R Apr 21, 2016 Link to comment

    I have a S4 (16gb) and a S6 edge (64gb with Sony rear-cam). I use then both for gaming, and in some games the S4 performs a bit better than the S6. Both are not rooted, yet... Sadly the battery from the S4 isn't as good as it used to be :(
    Apple isn't anything for me, so I guess I have to stick with Samsung, as some others do.


  • Matthew Poon-Linnard 1
    Matthew Poon-Linnard Mar 24, 2016 Link to comment

    Hmm, to upgrade or not. I have a Samsung S4 and it is over 2 years old. Only just recently did I start having some problems with the Sim card issue that I just searched and realized everyone is having with that phone. That is sad as I really like the phone and I am debating on whether to put a piece of paper or foam inside to hold the sim card in place to stop this issue or to upgrade. I have been waiting for the phone to go on sale to upgrade as I don't have much money. Now, as for the battery part, yes, I understand why some would be so upset without the ability to swap out the battery. Now, to date, I have yet had to replace a battery in a phone. Even my current phone is giving me a full days worth of power after 2 years and I am in IT so get lots of text and calls. I even used the phone as my main camera and video while on holiday to test it out and it was great. Now, not have the option to increase memory, that causes me some concern. Yes the S6 starts with 32 and my S4 starts with 16. But I have had to use a full memory card of 32gb before and that would be one of the main issue I see with the phone. If I fill it up, would have to download to another card/device to store when on holidays. That would be the one drawback. My spouse upgraded from iPhone to S5 and there have been some issues with that phone so I won't go to an S5.


    • 1
      Niall Cummins Oct 12, 2016 Link to comment

      Hi Mathew.
      I recently had that Sim problem with my more than 2year old S4. Kept on dismounting by itself and wanted to restart the phone. Got a new Sim which was fine for a week then it started again....
      The solution was to remove the external SD card. Problem has now stopped. Not sure why though. Have bought an S6 now so don't expect to have that problem due to no card slot.
      Hope this helps a bit with your descision.
      Niall


  • 2
    SlackerMcFly Feb 14, 2016 Link to comment

    No removable battery and no MicroSD slot will keep me from ever buying an S6 or even an iPhone! I put all of my music on Micro SD cards and 128 gigs of storage is not enough for me as I am constantly adding new music to my collection. Now if an S6 could read from an external hard drive while being able to charge the phone then You might have me and you just might beat out iPhone and other phone makers. But until then I will keep my S4. I might upgrade to an S5 but thats about it!


  • 1
    Chris Dec 26, 2015 Link to comment

    Look as far as I'm concerned the phone upgrade is a waste of my money at least for me. I honestly don't care about battery life since I don't use my phone that much anyways and the battery lasts me a long time for what I do use it. I don't care about picture quality as long as my phone can tale a picture. It's simple- does my phone take pictures? Does it make phone calls and let me send text messages? Does it let me surf the web? Does it let me use Facebook and Instagram? Yes it does all of those things which are the only things I care about in a smartphone so as far as I'm concerned I'll keep my S4 until the day I die and I'd totally be ok with this. I don't need the latest and greatest gadget when the one I have does everything I want it to do just fine and it's not like it will stop doing this things so while the s6 seems like a good phone I'll have to pass I just don't feel the big hype like everyone else does.


  • 1
    Scott Reynolds Nov 29, 2015 Link to comment

    SD card and battery access were concerns originally. I bought the 128 g version of s6. I will never need more storage than that. Battery lasts all day. Also comes with fast charger and is also wireless charging capable (not fast wireless though). So I am no longer worried about either. The special called build quality is overrated seeing that most people cover with a case anyways.


  • 1
    Scott Reynolds Nov 29, 2015 Link to comment

    I still prefer look of s4.


  • Timothy O'Grady 1
    Timothy O'Grady Nov 14, 2015 Link to comment

    With the s7 just a few months away, and looking very awesome I can't see much reason to upgrade now. The s4 was great, but really hasn't been able to keep up with larger apps. Also, the camera in more recent standards isn't very good (front or back). That built in battery problem is the killer though. Let's hope Samsung learned from the mistake. I'll take a phone of any width that has battery power any day over the slimmest of phones that doesn't have enough battery. Otherwise you're just carrying their luggage with you.

    See you in April 2016 #gs7


  • wasimariflone 6
    wasimariflone Nov 5, 2015 Link to comment

    Galaxy s6 is a great device. probably the best, but lack of sd card slot and that camera hump breaks the deal for me.


  • Guido Biggelaar 2
    Guido Biggelaar Nov 5, 2015 Link to comment

    I have an S4, second one. I want an S6 but that's just want. I have remained with the S4 for financial reasons and to be fair, the article is correct. The S6 boasts some nice speed and capacity but they are not enough to move me until I have to. Great article, hit the button perfectly. Importantly, I'm in the app and device business so I will definitely upgrade next time regardless. Need Marshmallow.

    GT Ohh


  • 2
    Steele Tollison Oct 5, 2015 Link to comment

    My S4 is a great-performing workhorse with a very respectible camera. I travel internationally as well as domestic areas where cell coverage is limited. I use my S4 for a LOT of photos and videos; simply swapping out my micro-SD card when it's near full. This allows me to keep shooting without worry; no concern for uploading to the cloud or plugging into a computer somewhere along my journey. I also have music, film, and other entertainment cards I slip into the phone while on long flights. I carry a spare battery because I may go for days without an opportunity to charge. In summary, the S6 TAKES AWAY ALL THIS FLEXIBILITY. I cannot endorse it because in my situation, it takes away far more than it brings to the table. If Samsung delivers valid improvements while maintaining the tools I need, I'll stay. If they force future buyers into cloud dependency, dependency on periphials, and other loss of flexibility, they'll no longer have my business.

    GT Ohh


  • 2
    Keefe Harold Oct 5, 2015 Link to comment

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  • 2
    Aleksander Aslamowicz Aug 13, 2015 Link to comment

    For the last 2 years, I was using my Galaxy S4, and I loved it. Now I have just bought an S6 edge, and I am a little disappointed.
    Of course, the camera, and the new display are amazing, but I do not see huge difference on other things.
    I am missing Gallery synchronization with Dropbox, Menu functionality on left soft button, Transition effects (e.g. stack card) when moving between home screens, home screens looping (right now it stops on your last home screen, and you have to go back opposite way). I also do not like the look of new Settings, but it is only my opinion.
    I am not complaining about lack of memory card slot (of course it is a shame), because I am using cloud for storing all of my photos and videos, so even 32Gb is enough for me. Also during last 2 years, I did not have a need to replace or remove battery from my S4, so I do not care about this in new S6.
    New functions like edge nighttime display, color people edge, fast camera on (by double tap center button) are nice, but is it worth it?
    The only thing I really love in new phone is the new display, and amazing camera. The rest I treat as add-ons, that I could live without.

    GT Ohh


  • Rival 2
    Rival Jul 13, 2015 Link to comment

    I have the galaxy s4, I went to BestBuy to get the Galaxy S 6 and one of the workers had one and he was trying to show it off to me... I was not impressed yeah the screen was clear and bright and the phone was nice on the outside but who gives a crap about the outside when you always put a case on it to cover it up.. And I have a 7000 mah battery for my s4 I go 2 days without looking at a charger.. S6 is a no go I'm looking at the lg4 it has removable battery and SD and a 5.5 inch screen and just as fast as the s6 also with a clear screen

    GT OhhSteele Tollison


  • 2
    Mike Jul 10, 2015 Link to comment

    I went from an iphone to an s2 then the s4 that I have now and have always loved and needed the 2 features that the s6 does not have..
    I use the phone as a camera when I go on holidays etc and a lot of times I have to change the battery half way through the day and also back up my photos onto the sd card.. No upgrade for me at this stage..

    GT OhhSteele Tollison


  • Jason Statham 2
    Jason Statham Jun 27, 2015 Link to comment

    I'm gonna stick with s4 for now. I don't think I'll buy s6. I might wait for s7 to come out but till then I don't think there is big reason to upgrade now.

    GT OhhSteele Tollison


  • 2
    Mi dah Jun 16, 2015 Link to comment

    I love the fact I have a removable battery and a main reason for my phone choice.
    Our phones and cameras can be minipulated on command and not only by ourselves.
    Also it's another level of convenience to instantly power up.
    The removable storage again very handy and a cheap way to upgrade the phones capabilities.
    BRING IT BACK!

    GT OhhSteele Tollison


  • 1
    Joseph Nguyen Jun 9, 2015 Link to comment

    My 2 years contract is up this coming weekend and I currently have an S4. One of the reasons, I went with Samsung over iPhone 4S at the time was because of expansion memory and removable battery. But, for the S6, these two key features won't be there???? I am sure this simple dumb mistake will cause a huge drop in sales for Samsung. As I am looking now more favorably at iPhone6+ and iWatch combination for the future. Its more secure, and probably has a more advanced cameras as well? Thinking seriously in going back to Apple now...


  • 2
    JMak Jun 9, 2015 Link to comment

    Just upgraded from an S4 to the S6 and I'm really impressed! I loved my S4 and it's functionality but I like this phone even more. The ONLY thing I don't like is not being able to have expandable storage :(

    GT Ohh


  • 2
    Daniel Paull May 25, 2015 Link to comment

    I have the s4 i9507 and it literally does everything I need and more. I bought an aluminum, glass case and it has improved the aesthetics 10 fold. New is always nice but this phone is still a winner in my books

    GT Ohh


  • 10
    Douglas Nolan May 15, 2015 Link to comment

    Have S4 with Cyanogenmod 5.1.1..removable battery and SD card.. Lovely..Not updating..!!!

    GT Ohh


  • 2
    Trixxij May 13, 2015 Link to comment

    Will not buy any of the new Samsung Galaxy phone's bad concept I prefer phones with battery and SD Memory card one problem samsung needs to take a pole with customers before they make any more new phones in the future. I prefer samsung over I - phone. I purchased an I pods when they for sale I hated them wish I never bought.

    Steele Tollison


  • An Droid 14
    An Droid May 3, 2015 Link to comment

    I call Neanderthals! Plastic phones with removable batteries and SD card slot is so last year.
    Quick charging and Ultra Power Saving Mode ensures your phone lasts the whole day, and who needs more than 128 of storage? Really guys,..... Samsung has optimised most of the S6's software and processes to be more energy efficient, and even the screen has been optimised. I am getting similar battery life out of my S6 that I got from my S5, and as I fly out of town often, Ultra Power Saving Mode is a good solution to extend the battery life up to 16 hours with normal use.


  • 1
    kex Apr 28, 2015 Link to comment

    Like the others have said I too am disappointed that the new S6 will not have a removable battery and removable additional memory. I was looking to upgrade from an S3 but without those two features I'll have to look around for a different manufacturer. I currently carry around a spare battery and a mini battery store charge. I've also experimented with the Qi wireless charging but have found it doesn't always suit my needs as I do a lot of traveling where I don't have access to a power supply. This is a backwards step IMO. Loved not using an apple device but still having lots of functionality and apps available. Will hold out of a little while but not too long.Hopefully they bring out a second addition with both of these things when they realise their mistake.


  • 2
    Keith Lever Mar 15, 2015 Link to comment

    Wireless recharging is available already with the S5.
    A quick look on Ebay, will find you a Slim QI car that sits under the back cover and connects by touching 2 of those little gold terminals you can see, purely by correct placement. and the matching QI charging mat, can also be bought in the same place.
    Total cost when I bought items was under £20, and is very easy to install and use.
    Sorry Samsung. The S6 is NOT on MY best buy list untill I can remove the back and change batteries and put in my own micro SD card. Hopefully, you will learn, and redesign these errors out for the S7.

    Robert Haltom


  • 2
    mike taylor Mar 14, 2015 Link to comment

    I don't believe in financing phones. Pay cash to TM for their branded phones that have features unique to TM. (like wifi calling, the new 700mz band etc.)
    I have an S4 - hand me down from wife who got an S5. The S4 is starting to show its age an getting finicky. I can't upgrade to S6 because Samsung decided to emulate Apple and put in a fixed battery. I can't take a chance on having a dead battery - keep an extra in my wallet. Mostly for peace of mind since I don't use it more than once or twice a month.
    HTC made this "emulate Apple" mistake a couple years ago and lost lots of sales.
    It looks like LG might be the last mfr. to make a product that is more than a flashy piece of jewelry. Most people put a case on the phone - so why care how flashy it looks. Just want functionality. Of course the LG4 might turn out to have a fixed battery as well. Should know in a few months. In that case would step down and get something like the Samsung Avant.
    The main advantage Samsung has is - because it is popular - it is more heavily supported by 3rd parties.

    Robert HaltomGeorge W.


  • 2
    john williams Mar 14, 2015 Link to comment

    Sales of the galaxy s5 were not as good as Samsung had hoped. And for them to make a ridiculously foolish and idiotic decision about removing the MICROS slot will be a major fail!!! Not only will it be a disaster in design and sales, but that'll make it VERY easy for, oh I dunno, the HTC M9 receive all the glory and sell better? I know which phone I'm going to after this s5 and it won't be Samsung. I can't believe they're going to remove such a huge technological feature like that from the phone. The phones these days are HD!!! People need more storage than 128gb when they're watching HD movies That are stored on their phone, not to mention music in addition. LEGENDARY AND COMPLETE FAILURE and major mistake. That's such a main difference that set them apart from Apple products, too. Dickinson morons. I'm gonna get the M9.

    Robert Haltommike taylor


  • George W. 10
    George W. Mar 13, 2015 Link to comment

    After reading this article, I now realize that I don't want an Apple copy. My upgrade will happen this December and it's looking more and more like it'll be the S5 (should be dirt cheap by then). Replaceable battery and micro SD card has cinched it for me. Samsung, are you listening? Here's hoping there's another S6 version in the works very soon.

    Robert Haltom


  • 1
    Babu Btk Mar 13, 2015 Link to comment

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  • 2
    youareceo Mar 13, 2015 Link to comment

    In case no one mentioned above, S4 supports 64 Gb microSD with current carrier and
    Kies update on 4.4.2 ... Author is wrong.

    Robert Haltom


  • GT Ohh 14
    GT Ohh Mar 13, 2015 Link to comment

    Personally I think the metal case is a joke....

    Anyone who purchases a new mobile device be it a tablet, or cell phone at the extravagant price commanded by these manufactures and doesn't buy a high quality protective case is OUTTA their mind...

    That being said the so called "CHEAP PLASTIC MATERIALS" used by Samsung on their prior Galaxy models is a plus, as they are still nice an light even when properly protected with a QUALITY case they still retain that light weight .....

    So my fellow techies I will stick with this tried & tested cheap plastic cased, removable batteried, SD expanded memory two year old S4 & continue to use my iPhone 4S as a glorified mp3 player....

    Robert HaltomGeorge W.


  • 2
    Nasreen Nasreen Mar 13, 2015 Link to comment

    You want camera ,buy nokia 930,which has a better camera even after 2 years . Want wireless charging ,buy again nokia 930,which again has this feature way before this device. Want style ,buy htc or lg ,they both look better than this samsung. Want an ios like device? Then go off and buy nokia n1 tablet ,it is same as ipad 3 but much better. Want performance ,buy iphone 5s or 6. Want removable battery and micro sd slot,buy S4 OR S5,NOT THIS shit. This samsung is a mix of apple ,sony,and many other devices . I like my s4 way over it . Atleast you can get a 5800 mah battery for your s4 ,which will be impossible for s6 to do

    RivalRobert Haltom


  • 2
    PrimeG Mar 13, 2015 Link to comment

    Did Samsung ever wonder why their phones did a lot better than HTC phones that were touted as "the best looking phones in the world?" If looks were everything, how come HTC is not smiling to the bank? The S6 is a major disappointment for me. I left the iPhone for S4 for a reason, now they copy the iPhone so I am leaving for something different. I think Samsung will eventually have to learn that it's not about Samsung! Its about Android! They are busy engineering Android out of their phones and watches and they are tasting the failure that follows. I did not buy an S4 because of Samsung, I bought it because of Android so I am ditching this copy-cat behavior they have assumed. Its not even funny. If Samsung does not remedy the S6 with a quick variant that has removable battery and SD card, this will be the end of their brand.

    Robert HaltomGT Ohh


  • 2
    David Garten Jr. Mar 12, 2015 Link to comment

    It's so funny how the price goes up on these phones when it only cost 50$ to makes them and they sell them for 1100$ that's so pathetic. And the cameras never get any better and battery life still sucks.

    PrimeG


  • 4
    Sandy Mar 12, 2015 Link to comment

    Yes i own a galaxy s4 exynos version and i see no reason to upgrade to s6 rather i will make my way towards note 4..

    GT OhhPrimeG


  • 7
    wkm001 Mar 12, 2015 Link to comment

    I upgraded from a S4 to the OnePlus One. I run the Apex launcher so that was the same on both phones. The speed of the OnePlus One has kept me using it. This thing just flies! I didn't realize how slow the S4 was until I started using the OnePlus One.

    The S6 is running a 64 bit eight core processor, lots of ram, and much faster flash memory storage. I would be interested in seeing a speed test between the S6 and OnePlus One.

    PrimeG


  • 4
    Tom Logan Mar 12, 2015 Link to comment

    I have an S4 and was looking forward to upgrading to an S6. But, without an SD card and no removable battery, I'll upgrade to the S5 instead. Take note Samsung.

    Robert Haltommike taylorGT OhhPrimeGSandyMoni Mihailov


  • Greg1100 24
    Greg1100 Mar 12, 2015 Link to comment

    You can't charge the battery if there is no electric nearby to do that---however you can slip in any amount of batteries to keep your phone going. And it may be an absolute emergency and you find your battery is dead. Replaceable batteries-possible life savers. Stupid gits samsung

    Robert Haltommike taylorGT OhhPrimeG


  • gride420 5
    gride420 Feb 1, 2015 Link to comment

    I don't care how good the battery is I still want the option to take it out if need be. No battery last forever and if they make the S6 with a non removable battery then I will not buy it. If it dies your going to have to get a whole new phone which is BOLOGNA! Also no microSD slot? Pfff i don't care if it comes with a 128 version. That is a luxury for most people that they can use their phones as an MP3 player or watch movies on it. I can fill up 128 faster than you can say "blah i hate this option." LOL If those 2 things alone are on the S6 i will not get it and stick with my S5 or roll back to my S4 if need be. That's just my 2 cents worth and I am pretty sure their are many many more out there that would agree with me

    Robert HaltomGeorge W.mike taylorGT OhhPrimeGSandyMoni Mihailovlonnie gast


    • Dave Dugal 6
      Dave Dugal Feb 4, 2015 Link to comment

      What he said. I don't carry around extra batteries, but at about the one year mark, my S4 battery started discharging non-linearly (e.g. 50% → 10% quickly). A $10 Amazon purchase later and I'm back to strong power lasting all day. A *replaceable* battery is a must.

      Also, being an IT guy from way back, I want my goodies physically removable from the phone. Should the phone take a permanent dirt nap, I want to be able to unplug the microSD card, back it up, and/or move it to my replacement phone. Yeah, yeah. The Cloud is good. The Cloud is wise, but you can have my [removable] data when you pry it from my cold, dead hands (sorry Charlton).

      Robert Haltommike taylorGT OhhPrimeGSandyMoni Mihailovlonnie gast


      • Robert Gregory 1
        Robert Gregory Aug 15, 2015 Link to comment

        Almost exactly what he said. Just not how he said it,
        as I'll sacrifice all the fun of guns for the potential
        benefit to society so can't even buy an allusion to
        C.Heston's gun greed machismo mentality (as say
        opposed to his sister L.Heston who was a brilliantly
        effective college professor with a gentle touch no
        matter how sharp her tongue). Seriously Samsung,
        I literally just walked out of Radio Shack abandoning
        your product line - please notify me when you fix this.


  • BigBear Mato Tanka B 10
    BigBear Mato Tanka B Jan 26, 2015 Link to comment

    Yeah no sd card non removable battery I hope you read this Samsung NO WAY TIME TO CHANGE I will switch brands before I buy a iPhone copy not gonna happen!!!!

    Robert Haltommike taylorGT OhhPrimeGMoni MihailovAndre McBride Sr.lonnie gast


  • 4
    durga syn Jan 26, 2015 Link to comment

    what the hell is this article?

    hey guys, whait if we did a comparaison between a a smartphone that is close to be 2 years old and one that is not even on sell yet, and of course based on purely romured specs..

    really?


    • GT Ohh 14
      GT Ohh Mar 13, 2015 Link to comment

      Really durga?

      So on sale yet or not they (AndroidPit) have had hands on the G6 along with Samsungs stated stats & figures.

      So my friend your comment is moot....


  • 5
    Mason Kim Jan 26, 2015 Link to comment

    By the way i carry two extra batteries on me all the time.

    Robert Haltommike taylorGT OhhMoni Mihailovlonnie gast


  • 5
    Mason Kim Jan 26, 2015 Link to comment

    No replaceable battery?
    Was thinking of replacing my S4, but nope.

    Robert Haltommike taylorPrimeGMoni Mihailovlonnie gast


  • 7
    Erik Penabella Jan 26, 2015 Link to comment

    Samsung...please do not get rid of removable battery and micro sd card slot. The waterproofing, I can do without (although I like that feature). But the main reason I switched from iPhone is the replaceable battery and expandable storage. That is how Apple failed me.

    Robert HaltomPrimeGMoni Mihailovlonnie gast


  • 1
    Dennis Schey Jan 26, 2015 Link to comment

    Don't forget the fingerprint sensor, as it's not part of the S4 but will be part of the S6.


  • 6
    lonnie gast Jan 26, 2015 Link to comment

    I would like the metal case instead of plastic, my s4 is the best phone i've ever had. i can't see in the forseeable future my switching. And with lollipop coming soon, i'll stick with my s4 for now :)

    Jun ParkMoni Mihailov


  • 3
    Henry Herzfeld Jan 26, 2015 Link to comment

    If there's truly no microSD nor removable battery, the upgrade isn't worth the money. I'll end up paying for extra storage and no guarantee that I'll even be able to access it at the end of the day. If this article is accurate, I'm not impressed. Samsung needs to shake thing up to recover from a dismal Q4 and to drop the ball for loyal Galaxy customers with the S6 could be their end. I mean, the S4 outsold the S5 for good reason. Features, not specs. My S4 amoled has more than a sufficient PPI. I want features like, say, removable storage...... and that should be a given.

    Robert HaltomPrimeGMoni MihailovGT OhhErik Penabella


  • 11
    GrossDad Jan 25, 2015 Link to comment

    I'm with others. I bought my S4, instead of a Moto X or Nexus 5, for TWO REASONS: removable battery (and yes, I carry--and have used--a spare), and micro SD slot. I really like my phone, but if Samsung gave up on those features, I wouldn't hesitate to but something else.

    Robert HaltomPrimeGGreg R.Moni MihailovGT OhhErik PenabellaTagont


    • 10
      Tagont Jan 26, 2015 Link to comment

      I am in 100% agreement. No removable battery or sd card then I may look at getting the Z4 or m9

      Robert HaltomPrimeGGreg R.sam packMoni Mihailov


  • 4
    댄열 혼 Jan 25, 2015 Link to comment

    "How many Galaxy S4 owners out there even carry a spare battery or need more than 128 GB of storage?"
    Literally everyone in Korea carries an extra battery. Secondly, you talk about 128gb of storage being enough as if it's a free upgrade. Why would I want to spend an extra hundred bucks or more when I can just use my sd card for free?

    Robert HaltomPrimeGJennifer MarreroMoni MihailovGT OhhErik Penabella


  • 10
    Eddy Jones Jan 25, 2015 Link to comment

    There's two rumors I'm not buying into the non removable battery and no Micro SD card if the phone was going to be 100% waterproof then maybe but they put out the active For that.

    Samsung knows one of the hooks it has to snag customers is a removable Battery and expandable memory.

    You don't put everything on the line for the success of this phone and at the same time take away 2 of the main things that has had customers opening their wallets up for you're Products all this time.

    It's potentially business suicide. You add to it you sure as heck don't take the two main money makers away

    Robert HaltomPrimeGMoni MihailovJ. Mike RosnerGT OhhErik Penabella


    • 4
      J. Mike Rosner Feb 2, 2015 Link to comment

      AGREE!! Look, I got a {crappy} Galaxy Alpha as an issurance-replacement for my s5. It works, I don't mean to bad mouth it. But it neither has a microSD nor removable battery. I'd been looking forward to getting the s6. Not sold any longer though.

      Robert HaltomPrimeGMoni Mihailov


  • 3
    Stefanos Jan 25, 2015 Link to comment

    I don't think so the won't be removable or there won't be a micro SD card slot... Samsung always put that things on their phones...


  • 10
    Dayle Steele Jan 25, 2015 Link to comment

    I'm only looking forward to seeing what the S6 has to offer because it is a precursor to the Next Galaxy Note. I wish Samsung would get rid of the heart rate monitor (nothing beats a dedicated heart rate watch) and bring back the thermometer and humidity sensor

    sam packlonnie gast


    • BigBear Mato Tanka B 10
      BigBear Mato Tanka B Jan 26, 2015 Link to comment

      thermometer and humidity sensor is still there just no native app by Samsung there are apps that can use those sensors ..

      Moni Mihailov


      • 8
        Robert Haltom Mar 17, 2015 Link to comment

        From what I have heard, there is no thermometer and humidity sensor on the Note 4. I have tried several apps for this and get missing sensor errors. It does however have a barometer.


  • 7
    Melissa Jan 25, 2015 Link to comment

    Still love my S5 and I just bought my sister the S4 which she is in love with. This S6, I feel, is not needed..... especially since there is not much greatness about it. Having a possibility of faster speed and 7 & 2.5 more megapixels is not a "win all" in my opinion. But of course, that's just me.

    Robert HaltomMoni MihailovJ. Mike RosnerLee

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