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Samsung Galaxy S6 active Specifications
For AT&T Also known as Samsung Galaxy S6 active G890
Samsung
Released 2015, Jun 15
3 GB RAM · Exynos 7420 Octa (14 nm)
- 170g, 8.6mm thickness
- Android 5.0.2, up to 6.0.1, TouchWiz UI
- 32GB/64GB storage, no card slot
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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 6.8 | — |
| Display | 6.5 | — |
| Performance | 4.1 | — |
| Camera | 6.9 | — |
| Body | 6 | — |
| Gaming | 5.2 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 1.6 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
5.1"
1440x2560 pixels
16MP
2160p
3GB RAM
Exynos 7420 Octa
3500mAh
15W5W
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100 | |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 29, 40 | |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat6 300/50 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2015, June. Released 2015, June |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 146.8 x 73.4 x 8.6 mm (5.78 x 2.89 x 0.34 in) |
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| Weight | 170 g (6.00 oz) | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM | |
| ??? | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) MIL-STD-810G compliant salt, dust, humidity, rain, vibration, solar radiation, transport and thermal shock resistant |
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Display
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Type | Super AMOLED |
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| Size | 5.1 inches, 71.7 cm2 (~66.5% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1440 x 2560 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~576 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 4 |
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Platform
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OS | Android 5.0.2 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), TouchWiz UI |
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| Chipset | Exynos 7420 Octa (14 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.1 GHz Cortex-A57 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53) | |
| GPU | Mali-T760MP8 |
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Memory
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Card slot | No |
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| Internal | 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM | |
| ??? | UFS 2.0 |
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Main Camera
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Single | 16 MP, f/1.9, 28mm (wide), 1/2.6", 1.12??m, AF |
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| Features | LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@120fps, HDR, stereo sound rec., OIS, gyro-EIS |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 5 MP, f/1.9, 22mm (wide) |
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| Video | 1080p@30fps |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
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| Bluetooth | 4.1, A2DP, LE, aptX | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Infrared port | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, heart rate |
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| ??? | ANT+ S-Voice natural language commands and dictation |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Ion 3500 mAh, non-removable |
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| Charging | 15W wired Wireless (Qi) (market dependent) |
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| Stand-by | Up to 504 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 24 h (3G) | |
| Music play | Up to 57 h |
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Misc
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Colors | White, Gray |
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| Models | SM-G890A | |
| SAR | 1.19 W/kg (head) 1.58 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.48 W/kg (head) 0.42 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 350 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Battery (old) | Endurance rating 109h |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Samsung Galaxy S6 active worth buying in 2026?
Samsung Galaxy S6 active is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.4/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
Is Samsung Galaxy S6 active good for gaming?
Samsung Galaxy S6 active scores 52/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.
What is the battery capacity of Samsung Galaxy S6 active?
Samsung Galaxy S6 active has a 3,500 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Samsung Galaxy S6 active have?
Samsung Galaxy S6 active features a 5.10-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
Is Samsung Galaxy S6 active water resistant?
Samsung Galaxy S6 active is rated IP68. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.
How much RAM does Samsung Galaxy S6 active have?
Samsung Galaxy S6 active is available with 3 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Samsung Galaxy S6 active?
Genze rates Samsung Galaxy S6 active 5.4/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
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