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

Our Verdict: Galaxy S20 FE 5G has the more convincing hardware case here, led by a larger 4,500 mAh battery beside 4,000 mAh and a 32MP selfie camera versus 10MP. Galaxy Z Flip6 5G counters with storage up to 512GB rather than 256GB and a higher-end Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, and Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is cheaper SIM-free from £160. Choose Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G for those spec advantages; choose Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G if the cheaper or simpler package better fits the deal you want.

If you'd rather pay up front, the S20 5G Fan Edition is the cheaper buy at £160 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
4.3
10 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
- £13.00/mo (£445.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£159.99 £329.99

Prices updated 26 July 2026

Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G
Expert Rating 4.3
10 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 - £13.00/mo
£445.00 upfront
SIM-free £159.99 £329.99
Prices updated 26 July 2026
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Cheapest Deals

Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G

128GB

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Refurbished

From £159.99

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G

24 Months

256GB

Yellow

100GB

Data

£13 per month, £445 upfront.

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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.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £159.99.

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.