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

Our Verdict: The Galaxy S20 Plus 5G is 14 years newer than the Galaxy Z Flip6 5G, and it shows in the specs. The S20 Plus 5G leads on camera hardware with a 64MP main sensor to the Z Flip6 5G's 12MP, and there's more battery in the S20 Plus 5G, 4500mAh to 4000mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use. Storage goes higher on the Z Flip6 5G, up to 512GB against 128GB, and the S20 Plus 5G has the sharper display at 524 PPI to 426. Coming from the Z Flip6 5G, the S20 Plus 5G is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.

Buying outright, the S20 Plus 5G starts at £180 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
4.4
19 reviews
4.1
12 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.7"
Display
Dynamic AMOLED capacitive touchscreen Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1440 x 3200 1080 x 2640
Pixels Per Inch
524 426
Rear Camera
64 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Front Camera
10 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, 512GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
162 x 74 x 7.8 mm 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm
Weight
188 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
£179.99 £329.99

Prices updated 25 July 2026

Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G
Expert Rating 4.4
19 reviews
4.1
12 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.7"
Display Dynamic AMOLED capacitive touchscreen Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1440 x 3200 1080 x 2640
Pixels Per Inch 524 426
Rear Camera 64 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Front Camera 10 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, 512GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 162 x 74 x 7.8 mm 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm
Weight 188 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 £179.99 £329.99
Prices updated 25 July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G has the sharper display at 524 pixels per inch versus 426, and the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G uses a Dynamic 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 Plus 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G features a 64 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 Plus 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £179.99.

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

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

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

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 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 Plus 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G is the more portable of the two: they weigh about the same (188 grams vs 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 Plus 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 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 Plus 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G run?

Both phones run Android.