In short: The Samsung V7, V6 and V5 share the same imaging modes and the same 14" touch screen; they differ in focus and in footprint. The V7 is the choice when liver quantification matters, the V6 is the routine all-rounder with an optional battery, and the V5 is the slim one at 63 cm deep, with AI support. This comparison comes from Meditron SA, Samsung Healthcare's partner in Switzerland, and uses only the specifications published on meditron.ch.

Key takeaways

• All three list the same imaging modes: 2D, M Mode, colour, PW and CW Doppler, TDI, TDW, ElastoScan, 3D/4D, Dual and Quad.

• The V7 is the one with the quantification tools: S-Shearwave Imaging, EzHRI, TAI and TSI for liver assessment.

• The V6 and V7 are 96.4 cm deep; the V5 is 63.0 cm deep and is the most compact of the three.

• The V6 offers an optional battery; the V5 is described as slim and mobile.

• The probe set matters more than the console. Decide it first, then choose the model.

Last reviewed: November 2026. Author: Christelle Sam-Hine, Applications Specialist Ultrasound.

How do the V7, V6 and V5 compare?

Specifications as listed on the Meditron product pages for the V7, V6 and V5. Option lists and probe sets are confirmed per configuration in the quote.

When is the V7 the right choice?

The V7 sits below the V8 in Samsung's V series and shares its Crystal Architecture. What sets it apart in this trio is quantification: S-Shearwave Imaging for tissue stiffness, and EzHRI, TAI and TSI for liver fat assessment in real time. A practice or department with a regular liver caseload, or one that wants the liver tools available as the caseload grows, will look at the V7 first. It also has S-Flow for peripheral vessels and the ShadowHDR and ClearVision image technologies, and the monitor can be upgraded to 23.8" or 27" OLED. DICOM and a Wi-Fi module are listed as options. For the step up from the V7, see the V8.

When is the V6 the right choice?

The V6 is built for dependable general imaging and routine diagnostics. It uses Crystal Architecture, adds automated workflow features for daily use and has the same monitor options as the V7. Its distinguishing option is the battery: a system that has to be moved or briefly run away from a wall socket suits a battery option. If your examinations are the routine ones and you do not need the liver quantification tools, the V6 is the straightforward fit.

When is the V5 the right choice?

The V5 is the slim one. At 55.9 × 63.0 cm it is about a third shallower than the V6 and V7, which counts in a small consultation room or when the system is rolled between rooms. Samsung describes it as combining imaging quality with AI diagnostic support for general imaging, women's health, cardiovascular and musculoskeletal work, with intelligent automation for faster, more consistent examinations. Its monitor options stop at 23.8".

How do I choose between them?

1. Start with the examinations. Liver on a regular basis points to the V7; routine abdomen, thyroid, vessels and MSK point to the V6 or V5.

2. Check the room. Measure the space and the route between rooms. A depth of 63 cm against 96 cm can decide it.

3. Decide the probes. Convex, linear and, where needed, endocavity or sector. The probe set is the largest part of the quote and is configured separately from the model.

4. Think about mobility. Optional battery on the V6, slim body on the V5. For the broader question, read mobile or stationary.

5. See it in your room. Meditron brings the shortlisted system to your practice and scans your typical cases with your team.

For the full Samsung range and how the tiers relate, see which Samsung ultrasound system is right for my practice. If you are buying for a general practice, the buying checklist covers the other points.

Next step

Book a demo in your practice. Related: which Samsung ultrasound system is right for my practice. Overview of all models: Samsung ultrasound at Meditron.

Sources: Samsung Healthcare product specifications for the V7, V6 and V5 as listed on meditron.ch; Meditron SA sales and applications practice.

Author: Christelle Sam-Hine, Applications Specialist Ultrasound, Meditron SA. Reviewed by: Dr. Henri Hagenmüller, Managing Director. Last updated: November 2026.