How does the Galaxy Z Flip 6 compare to the Flip 5 in terms of scratch resistance

Scratch Resistance Comparison

- Inner Display:
- Both the Z Flip 6 and Z Flip 5 feature a PET plastic screen protector on their inner foldable displays. In scratch tests, both devices showed visible scratches starting at level 2 on the Mohs hardness scale, with deeper grooves appearing at level 3. This indicates that the inner display's scratch resistance remains consistent between the two models[1][4].

- Outer Display:
- The Z Flip 6 is equipped with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 for its external display, which significantly enhances its scratch resistance compared to the Z Flip 5. In tests, scratches on the outer display of the Z Flip 6 began at level 6, with deeper scratches noted at level 7. This is an improvement over the Z Flip 5, which had less durable glass[1][2][4].

Additional Durability Features

- Frame Material:
- The Z Flip 6 features an enhanced Armour Aluminum frame, which is more resistant to scratches compared to its predecessor. However, it still showed susceptibility to scratching during tests[2][5].

- Water and Dust Resistance:
- The Z Flip 6 has an IP48 rating, providing better dust protection than the Z Flip 5's IPX8 rating, which only offers water resistance without dust protection. This means the Z Flip 6 can withstand small particles and can be submerged in water for a limited time[4][5].

In summary, while both models exhibit similar performance regarding their inner displays, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 demonstrates improved scratch resistance on its outer display and enhanced overall durability features compared to the Z Flip 5.