With the Samsung Galaxy S6 Plus, Samsung is clearly aiming at buyers who want a well-rounded phone without too many compromises. Here is our take on what it brings to the table. Announced in Exp. announcement 2015, Q3, it arrives at a time when the competition is as tight as ever.
Design & Display
The Samsung Galaxy S6 Plus comes with a 5.5 inches, 83.4 cm 2 display, pushing a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density). Colours look punchy and text stays clean, so you will not have much to complain about here. The build feels well put together, and Samsung has clearly paid attention to the in-hand feel. You can pick it up in a few finishes, including White Pearl.
Performance & Software
At the heart of it sits the Exynos 7420 Octa (14 nm), paired with 4GB of RAM, which means smooth scrolling, quick app switching and no real hiccups in normal use. It runs Android 5.0.2 (Lollipop), TouchWiz UI out of the box, so the software experience feels current.
Camera
On the camera side, the Samsung Galaxy S6 Plus is led by a 16 MP main sensor. Point-and-shoot results are reliable, and that is exactly what most buyers want.
Battery
Battery duties are handled by a Li-Po 3000 mAh, non-removable unit, and that is a healthy number that keeps range anxiety at bay.
Our Opinion
So, what do we actually make of the Samsung Galaxy S6 Plus? This is a phone that does not try to be the flashiest option on the shelf, and honestly that works in its favour. It gets the basics right, offering a dependable main camera, a crisp display, which is exactly what most buyers are really after. If your priority is a phone that just works, day in and day out, then this one deserves a spot on your shortlist. You could nitpick a few things, as you can with any phone in this bracket. Even so, the Samsung Galaxy S6 Plus holds its own and represents a solid, no-nonsense buy. If you have used this device or are planning to pick one up, do let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.
