Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G

Our Verdict: There's 14 years between the Galaxy Z Flip6 5G and the Galaxy S20 FE 5G, so the Galaxy S20 FE 5G is ahead on most things. The S20 5G Fan Edition packs the bigger battery, 4500mAh against 4000mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the Z Flip6 5G has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.7" against 6.5" and sharper at 426 PPI. The Z Flip6 5G offers up to 512GB of storage versus 256GB on the S20 5G Fan Edition, and only the S20 5G Fan Edition has a water-resistance rating (IP68); the Z Flip6 5G has none. Coming from the Z Flip6 5G, the S20 5G Fan Edition is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.

Expert Rating
4.4
8 reviews
4.1
12 reviews
Screen
6.5" 6.7"
Display
Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1080 x 2400 1080 x 2640
Pixels Per Inch
405 426
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Front Camera
32 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 990 Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery
4,500 mAh 4,000 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Android 10 Android
SIM Type
Standard SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm
Weight
190 grams 187 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts
- -
SIM-free
- £329.99

Prices updated 11 July 2026

Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G
Expert Rating 4.4
8 reviews
4.1
12 reviews
Screen 6.5" 6.7"
Display Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080 x 2400 1080 x 2640
Pixels Per Inch 405 426
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Front Camera 32 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 990 Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery 4,500 mAh 4,000 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB 256GB, 512GB
OS Android 10 Android
SIM Type Standard SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm
Weight 190 grams 187 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts - -
SIM-free - £329.99
Prices updated 11 July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G has the sharper display at 426 pixels per inch versus 405, and the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G uses a Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G has a Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G has a 12 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G use?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is powered by the Exynos 990, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G uses the Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G is the more portable of the two: it's 3g lighter at 187 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm, and is slimmer at 6.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G is rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins).

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G run?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G runs Android 10 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.