Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6: Hands-on with Samsung's Motorola Razr 50 Ultra Rival
Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy Z Flip6, available for global order. While visually similar to its predecessor, the Z Flip6 boasts hardware upgrades to compete with the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra.
Key Highlights:
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy, promising greater power than the Razr 50 Ultra's Snapdragon 8s Gen 3.
- Battery: Upgraded to 4,000 mAh, an 8% increase for extended runtime.
- Camera: Upgraded 50MP primary camera, likely shared with the Galaxy S24. The 10MP front-facing and 12MP ultra-wide cameras remain.
- Design: Similar to last year's model in weight and dimensions.
- Limitations: No Samsung DeX support or ability to use unapproved apps on the cover display without Good Lock customization.
Pricing and Availability:
The Galaxy Z Flip6 is available now in various colors with 12GB RAM and storage options of 256GB (€1,199) and 512GB (€1,319).
Analysis:
Samsung aims to maintain its dominance in the clamshell foldable market with the Z Flip6. The upgraded processor and battery directly address previous shortcomings compared to Motorola's latest offering. However, persistent limitations like the lack of DeX support might deter some potential buyers.