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Samsung Galaxy S6 active
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Samsung Galaxy S6 active

Released: 2015, June. Released 2015, JunePrice: About 350 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 5.0.2 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), TouchWiz UI
CPUOcta-core (4x2.1 GHz Cortex-A57 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-T760MP8
NFCYes
SAR1.19 W/kg (head) 1.58 W/kg (body)
SIMNano-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size5.1 inches, 71.7 cm, 2, (~66.5% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeSuper AMOLED
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
BrandSamsung
ModelSamsung Galaxy S6 active
PriceAbout 350 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat6 300/50 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsWhite, Gray
ModelsSM-G890A
SAR EU0.48 W/kg (head) 0.42 W/kg (body)
Single5 MP, f/1.9, 22mm (wide)
StatusDiscontinued
Weight170 g (6.00 oz)
ChipsetExynos 7420 Octa (14 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, heart rate
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 29, 40
Charging15W wired, Wireless (Qi) (market dependent)
FeaturesLED flash, auto-HDR, panorama
Internal32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM
Released2015, June. Released 2015, June
Stand-byUp to 504 h (3G)
Announced2015, June. Released 2015, June
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE, aptX
Card slotNo
Talk timeUp to 24 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions146.8 x 73.4 x 8.6 mm (5.78 x 2.89 x 0.34 in)
Music playUp to 57 h
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4
Resolution1440 x 2560 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~576 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Battery (old)Endurance rating 109h
Infrared portYes

Samsung Galaxy S6 active Overview

About Samsung Galaxy S6 active Samsung Galaxy S6 active is a discontinued device from Samsung's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2015. Samsung Galaxy S6 active has a wide variety of great specifications such as 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM with Exynos 7420 Octa (14 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Samsung Galaxy S6 active can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Samsung Galaxy S6 active?

The Samsung Galaxy S6 active supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Samsung Galaxy S6 active support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Samsung devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Samsung Galaxy S6 active void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Samsung Galaxy S6 active will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Samsung Galaxy S6 active run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Samsung Galaxy S6 active.