Galaxy S6 vs Huawei Mate 20 Pro
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Galaxy S6
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Huawei Mate 20 Pro
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£95.00What's the difference between the Galaxy S6 and Huawei Mate 20 Pro?
Galaxy S6 vs Huawei Mate 20 Pro comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Refurbished, the Galaxy S6 starts at £81.32, £13.68 less than the Huawei Mate 20 Pro. The Huawei Mate 20 Pro is the newer model, released in 2018.
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RAM
Battery
Screen size
Screen type
- Chipset: Exynos 7420 Octa (14 nm) on the Galaxy S6, Kirin 980 (7 nm) on the Huawei Mate 20 Pro.
- The Huawei Mate 20 Pro has more RAM: 6 GB vs 3 GB.
- The Huawei Mate 20 Pro has a bigger battery: 4200 mAh vs 2550 mAh.
Galaxy S6 vs Huawei Mate 20 Pro specs
The Galaxy S6 and Huawei Mate 20 Pro differ in screen size, battery capacity, camera resolution, performance, and storage. The Galaxy S6 has a smaller 5.1 inch Super AMOLED screen suited for users who prefer a compact phone, while the Mate 20 Pro offers a larger 6.39 inch OLED display for more immersive viewing. The Mate 20 Pro has a higher battery capacity ideal for longer usage. It also has more RAM and storage, supporting heavier multitasking and more apps. Camera resolution is higher on the Mate 20 Pro, making it better for detailed photos. The Galaxy S6 is lighter and slimmer, which may appeal to those wanting a lighter device. Both run Android and support 4G networks, with unlocked SIM compatibility. Choose based on your priorities for screen size, battery life, camera, and performance.
Galaxy S6 vs Huawei Mate 20 Pro price
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Galaxy S6 vs Huawei Mate 20 Pro battery life and software updates
Durability covers battery life, operating system, and physical features that affect everyday use. The two phones differ in battery capacity.
Battery Capacity
The Galaxy S6 has a 2550 mAh battery suitable for moderate daily use, while the Huawei Mate 20 Pro offers a larger 4200 mAh battery that supports longer usage between charges. If you rely on your phone for extended periods without frequent charging, the Mate 20 Pro will better meet your needs.
Operating System
This means software features are stable for their versions, but new Android features will not be available on either device.
Battery
Foldable
Software updates
Wireless charging
Year of release
Galaxy S6 vs Huawei Mate 20 Pro performance
Performance is shaped by the processor, memory, and storage capacity. These affect how smoothly the phone handles apps and multitasking.
Processor and RAM
The Galaxy S6 uses an Exynos 7420 Octa 14 nm chipset with 3 GB of RAM, offering solid performance for everyday tasks. The Huawei Mate 20 Pro has a Kirin 980 7 nm chipset with 6 GB of RAM, which supports smoother multitasking and heavier app use. If you run many apps at once or use demanding software, the Mate 20 Pro is better suited.
Storage Options
The Galaxy S6 comes with 32GB of storage, suitable for basic use and some media. The Mate 20 Pro offers 128GB, providing more space for apps, photos, and files. Choose the Mate 20 Pro if you store lots of data or apps.
Chipset
RAM
Galaxy S6 vs Huawei Mate 20 Pro screen
Screen quality affects how you view content and interact with your phone. Size, resolution, and screen type all influence the experience.
Screen Size and Resolution
The Galaxy S6 features a 5.1 inch screen with 1440 x 2560 resolution, compact and sharp for comfortable one-handed use. The Huawei Mate 20 Pro has a larger 6.39 inch screen at 1440 x 3120 resolution, offering more room for videos, games, and multitasking. If you prefer a bigger display for media, the Mate 20 Pro suits you.
Screen Type
The Galaxy S6 uses Super AMOLED technology, delivering vibrant colours and deep blacks. The Huawei Mate 20 Pro uses OLED, which also provides rich colours and good contrast. Both offer quality displays but the Mate 20 Pro's larger size enhances viewing.
Resolution
Screen size
Screen type
Galaxy S6 vs Huawei Mate 20 Pro camera
Camera quality is important if you take photos or video calls. Front and main camera megapixels indicate detail capture.
Front Camera
The Galaxy S6 has a 5 megapixel front camera suitable for basic selfies and video calls. The Huawei Mate 20 Pro's 24 megapixel front camera captures more detail and higher resolution selfies. If you take many selfies or video chat frequently, the Mate 20 Pro provides a clearer image.
Main Camera
For main photography, the Galaxy S6 offers a 16 megapixel camera, good for everyday shots. The Mate 20 Pro's 40 megapixel camera captures more detail and larger images, appealing to photography enthusiasts or those wanting high-resolution photos.
Camera type
Front camera
Main camera
Galaxy S6 vs Huawei Mate 20 Pro size and design
Additional features include size, weight, network compatibility, and storage expandability, which affect daily comfort and flexibility.
Physical Size and Weight
The Galaxy S6 is smaller and lighter at 143.4 mm height, 70.5 mm width, 6.8 mm depth, and 138 g weight, making it easy to hold and pocket. The Huawei Mate 20 Pro is larger and heavier at 157.8 mm height, 72.3 mm width, 8.6 mm depth, and 189 g weight, which may feel more substantial in hand.
Storage Expansion
The Huawei Mate 20 Pro supports NM (Nano Memory) cards for added storage flexibility. This suits users who want to increase storage beyond the built-in 128GB. The Galaxy S6 does not offer a memory card slot.
Network and SIM
Both phones support 4G mobile networks and come unlocked with physical SIM cards. This offers flexibility in choosing or changing network providers.
Carrier compatibility
Connector
Depth
Height
Mobile network
Release date
SD card slot
SIM card
Weight
Width
Galaxy S6 or Huawei Mate 20 Pro: which should you buy?
Buy the Galaxy S6 if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £81.32, £13.68 less than the Huawei Mate 20 Pro
- you want a lighter build (138 g vs 189 g)
Buy the Huawei Mate 20 Pro if
- you want more RAM (6 GB vs 3 GB)
- you want a bigger battery (4200 mAh vs 2550 mAh)
- you want a bigger screen (6.39 inch vs 5.1 inch)
What our customers say
Customers say the Galaxy S6 looks like new and is ready to use straight away with a simple SIM card insertion. Many comment on the phone working brilliantly after switching to wireless charging. The screen and device condition receive positive remarks.
The Huawei Mate 20 Pro receives praise for good condition and quality. Users enjoy the phone's performance and appreciate its value. Some mention challenges with data transfer from older devices and occasional issues with charging ports or unexpected battery behaviour. Overall, customers find the phone reliable and suitable for daily use.
The Galaxy S6 suits those who want a lighter, smaller device with good condition. The Mate 20 Pro fits users who value a larger screen, more storage, and higher camera resolution for detailed photos.
Galaxy S6 vs Huawei Mate 20 Pro FAQs
Galaxy S6 vs Huawei Mate 20 Pro comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Chipset: Exynos 7420 Octa (14 nm) on the Galaxy S6, Kirin 980 (7 nm) on the Huawei Mate 20 Pro. The Huawei Mate 20 Pro has more RAM: 6 GB vs 3 GB.
The Galaxy S6 is cheaper refurbished, from £81.32 compared with £95 for the Huawei Mate 20 Pro.
The Huawei Mate 20 Pro has a bigger battery: 4200 mAh vs 2550 mAh.
The Huawei Mate 20 Pro has a higher-resolution main camera: 40 megapixels vs 16 megapixels.
Updates for the Galaxy S6 ended in Jun 2018. We don't have published update dates for the Huawei Mate 20 Pro.
Refurbished, the Galaxy S6 comes in 32GB, and the Huawei Mate 20 Pro in 128GB.
