Galaxy Note 4 vs Galaxy S6 Edge: Which One Should You Buy?

These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Samsung · 2014

Galaxy Note 4

Galaxy Note 4
64/ 100
Launch price$826
Samsung · 2015

Galaxy S6 Edge

Galaxy S6 Edge
64/ 100
Launch price$815
Head-to-head

Too close to call: 0 of 7 categories each

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Galaxy Note 4
Galaxy Note 4
0 wins
Galaxy S6 Edge
Galaxy S6 Edge
0 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivityValue
Galaxy Note 4Galaxy S6 Edge
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedTie
    60
    60
  • CameraTie
    72
    72
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    40
    40
  • BatteryTie
    58
    58
  • DisplayTie
    62
    62
  • ConnectivityTie
    45
    45
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueTie
    68
    68
Key differences
  • Galaxy Note 4 has the bigger battery3,220 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • Galaxy Note 4 has the bigger screen5.7" vs 5.1"
  • Galaxy S6 Edge is lighter132 g vs 176 g
  • Galaxy S6 Edge launched cheaper$815 vs $826
  • Galaxy S6 Edge has a sharper selfie camera5 MP vs 3.7 MP
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Galaxy Note 4
  • ✓Bigger 3,220 mAh battery (+620 mAh)
  • ✓16 MP main camera
  • ✓5.7" display at 60 Hz
Reasons to buy Galaxy S6 Edge
  • ✓44 g lighter (132 g vs 176 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$11 cheaper at launch ($815 vs $826)
  • ✓16 MP main camera

Full specifications

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SpecificationGalaxy Note 4Galaxy S6 Edge
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeSuper AMOLEDSuper AMOLED (dual edge)
Screen Size5.7"5.1"
Resolution & Density2560x1440 (515 ppi)2560x1440 (577 ppi)
Refresh Rate60 Hz60 Hz
Brightness750 nits peak784 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorNot listed Not listed
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4Android 5.0
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory3 GB LPDDR3 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage32GB32GB / 64GB / 128GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera16 MP, f/2.2, OIS16 MP, f/1.9, OIS
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens3.7 MP, f/1.95 MP, f/1.9
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Galaxy S6 Edge Lightest Chassis
Dimensions153.5 x 78.6 x 8.5 mm142.1 x 70.1 x 7 mm
Weight176 g132 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedNot listed
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity3,220 mAh2,600 mAh
Wired Fast Charging15W wired fast charging15W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging9W wireless charging9W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 5Wi-Fi 5
Bluetooth4.14.1
USB Port & SpeedMicro-USB 2.0Micro-USB 2.0
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$826$815
Our verdict

Galaxy Note 4 and Galaxy S6 Edge are evenly matched

It's a close call. Pick the Galaxy Note 4 for its bigger battery (3,220 mAh vs 2,600 mAh) and bigger screen (5.7" vs 5.1"), or the Galaxy S6 Edge for its lighter body (132 g vs 176 g) and lower launch price ($815 vs $826).

Buy Galaxy Note 4 if you want

Larger battery: 3,220 mAh vs 2,600 mAh · Larger display: 5.7" vs 5.1"

Buy Galaxy S6 Edge if you want

Lighter: 132 g vs 176 g (44 g less)

Common questions

Which is better: Galaxy Note 4 or Galaxy S6 Edge?

It's a close call. Pick the Galaxy Note 4 for its bigger battery (3,220 mAh vs 2,600 mAh) and bigger screen (5.7" vs 5.1"), or the Galaxy S6 Edge for its lighter body (132 g vs 176 g) and lower launch price ($815 vs $826). BeastScore: Galaxy Note 4 63.8/100, Galaxy S6 Edge 63.8/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between Galaxy Note 4 and Galaxy S6 Edge?

Galaxy Note 4 has a 5.7-inch display and 3220 mAh battery. Galaxy S6 Edge has a 5.1-inch display and 2600 mAh battery.

How do Galaxy Note 4 and Galaxy S6 Edge compare for speed?

Galaxy Note 4 scores 60/100 for performance; Galaxy S6 Edge scores 60/100.

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