Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G

Our Verdict: If you've got the Galaxy Z Flip6 5G, the Galaxy S22 Plus is 16 years of updates on from it. The S22+ 5G has the better camera on paper, 50MP versus 12MP, and there's more battery in the S22+ 5G, 4500mAh to 4000mAh, which usually means longer between charges. The Z Flip6 5G goes up to 512GB of storage, where the S22+ 5G tops out at 256GB, and the Z Flip6 5G has the sharper display at 426 PPI to 390. The S22+ 5G is the better phone; upgrade from the Z Flip6 5G if you want the newer hardware, or hold on if yours still does the job.

If you'd rather pay up front, the S22+ 5G is the cheaper buy at £200 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
4.1
10 reviews
4.1
12 reviews
Screen
6.6" 6.7"
Display
AMOLED Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2640
Pixels Per Inch
390 426
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Front Camera
10 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 2200 Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery
4,500 mAh 4,000 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Android 12 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/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.2, A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
157.4 x 75.8 x 7.6 mm 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm
Weight
195 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
£199.99 £329.99

Prices updated 10 July 2026

Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G
Expert Rating 4.1
10 reviews
4.1
12 reviews
Screen 6.6" 6.7"
Display AMOLED Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2640
Pixels Per Inch 390 426
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Front Camera 10 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 2200 Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery 4,500 mAh 4,000 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB 256GB, 512GB
OS Android 12 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/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 157.4 x 75.8 x 7.6 mm 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm
Weight 195 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 £199.99 £329.99
Prices updated 10 July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus's 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G has the sharper display at 426 pixels per inch versus 390, and the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G has a Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus features a 50 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 S22 Plus or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £199.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G use?

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus is powered by the Exynos 2200, 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 S22 Plus or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G is the more portable of the two: it's 8g 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 S22 Plus or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus 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 S22 Plus and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G run?

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus runs Android 12 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.