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Samsung Galaxy Note 10 (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£840RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.3 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 (8GB + 256GB)
6.4/10

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

90%

6.3

Technical score

10%

7.7

User score

â–¼Worse than 62% of smartphones
6.3

Value for money

Value for money
6.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

6.1

Price

â–¼Worse than 97%
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components

25%

6.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.9

Camera

15%

5.2

Display

15%

6.3

Battery

10%

7.2

Software

10%

6.5

Connectivity

4%

4.3

Audio

3%

7.7

Design

â–¼Worse than 63%
7.7

User score

User score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

7.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 77%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Samsung Galaxy Note 10 (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components:

25%

6.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.9

Camera

15%

5.2

Display

15%

6.3

Battery

10%

7.2

Software

10%

6.5

Connectivity

4%

4.3

Audio

3%

7.7

Design

6.3
User score
User score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

7.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.7
Popularity
Popularity
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 67% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy Note 10 (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 7.2 points, which is higher than 66.9% of smartphones.
7.2
Value for money
Value for money
6.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components:

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

6.1

Price

6.3
Brand name
Samsung
Processor model
Samsung Exynos 9825
This smartphone uses the Samsung Exynos 9825 processor which is faster than processors in 53.6% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.1% of smartphones.
Exynos 9,825 / Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.4 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 36.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 13.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 12
Android version
Android 12
This smartphone runs Android version Android 12 which is older than that found in 67.1% of smartphones and equal to that in 13.2% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP which is lower than that of 53.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 70.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.9% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
98 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 98 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 98.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.4 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.4 µm which is larger than in 92.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 4% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
no
This smartphone does not support LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.3 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.3 inches which is smaller than the screens of 89% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.8% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2280 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2280 px which is lower than that of 74.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Pixel density
401 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 401 ppi which is higher than that of 58.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
25 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 25 W which is slower than in 66.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 5.3% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
yes
This smartphone includes an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
151 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 151 mm which is shorter than 94.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
71.8 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 71.8 mm which is narrower than 93.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.9 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.9 mm which is thinner than 72.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 5% of smartphones.
Weight
168 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 168 g which is lighter than 94.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.4% of smartphones.
Device volume
75,047 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 75,047 cm³ which is smaller than 96.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 10 (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 3.06x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (98 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    98 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • 0.6 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 6x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (192 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    192 KB vs 32 KB
  • 50% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (9 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    9 W vs 6 W
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • 31.5% more popular
    Samsung Galaxy Note 10 (8GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (7.15 vs 5.4).
    7.15 vs 5.44
  • 50% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (9 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    9 W vs 6 W
  • 6x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (192 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    192 KB vs 32 KB
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (5 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    5 nm vs 6 nm
  • 5.3% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1000 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,000 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.4 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.4 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 3.06x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (98 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    98 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • 0.6 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (2000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    2,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 19.7% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (790 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    790 nits vs 660 nits
  • 1.5% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (401 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    401 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass 6 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 6 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 200 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1200 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,200 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 14.4% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (168 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    168 g vs 196.2 g
  • 4.2 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (71.8 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    71.8 mm vs 76 mm
  • 12.6 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (151 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    151 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 0.4 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.9 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 23.3% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (75047 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    75,047 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 0.37 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.3 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.3 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • No LTE support
    This smartphone does not support LTE, the average smartphone does. 99.7% of smartphones support LTE.
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • 3.23x more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Note 10 (8GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£840 vs £260).
    £840 vs £260
  • 16.3% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Note 10 (8GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.31 vs 7.3).
    6.31 vs 7.34
  • 3.4% lower user score
    User score
    7.7/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Samsung Galaxy Note 10
    the average smartphone
    Samsung Galaxy Note 10 (8GB + 256GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.73 vs 8.000).
    7.73 vs 8
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Samsung Exynos 9825 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Exynos 9,825 / Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
    Samsung Exynos 9,825 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Lacks ARM TrustZone
    This smartphone does not support ARM TrustZone, the average smartphone does. 98% of smartphones support ARM TrustZone.
  • 17.5% fewer transistors
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (8500 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone has 10300 million transistors.
    8,500 million vs 10,300 million
  • 11.5% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (834 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    834 vs 942
  • 35.9% lower 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in 3DMark Steel Nomad than the average smartphone (390 vs 608). The average smartphone scores 608.
    390 vs 608
  • 12.1% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (3,363 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    3,363 vs 3,825
  • 18.2% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (1,003 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    1,003 vs 1,226
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • No LTE support
    This smartphone does not support LTE, the average smartphone does. 99.7% of smartphones support LTE.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.0 vs 5.2
  • No compass
    This smartphone does not have a compass, the average smartphone does. 93.2% of smartphones include a built-in compass.
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 0.37 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.3 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.3 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2280 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2280 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 104.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (789 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    789 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (92 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    92 vs 99.5
  • 25% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (15 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    15 W vs 20 W
  • 24.2% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (25 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    25 W vs 33 W
  • 10% slower reverse wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower reverse wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (4.5 W vs 5 W). The average smartphone speed is 5 W.
    4.5 W vs 5 W
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 5 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2019 vs 2024). 5.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    August 2019
    2019 vs 2024
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    South Korea vs China

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What we like about Samsung Galaxy Note 10 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Premium and compact design that is easy to handle with one hand
  • Vibrant Dynamic AMOLED display with slim bezels and a high screen-to-body ratio
  • The S Pen provides unique productivity features and remote camera control
  • Solid overall performance from the Snapdragon 855/Exynos 9825 chipset
  • Versatile triple camera system with good daylight photo and video quality
  • Fast and reliable ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor

What we don't like about Samsung Galaxy Note 10 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Battery life is relatively short compared to larger models and may require mid-day charging
  • Lacks a 3.5mm headphone jack and a microSD card slot for expandable storage
  • No longer receives official Android software or security updates
  • Display is limited to a 60Hz refresh rate, lacking the smoothness of modern 120Hz screens
  • Lower screen resolution (1080p) compared to the Note 10 Plus and previous Note 9
  • Camera performance struggles in low-light conditions compared to modern flagships

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Note 10 (8GB RAM + 256GB storage) is a compact flagship smartphone that delivers excellent performance with a Snapdragon 855 or Exynos 9825 processor and a vibrant 6.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED display. Its main pros include a premium design and build quality, a versatile triple-camera system, 25W fast charging, the functional S Pen with Air Actions, and a generous 256GB of UFS 3.0 internal storage, all within a form factor that is easy to handle. Primary cons are the absence of a 3.5mm headphone jack, no microSD card slot for expandable storage, a smaller 3,500mAh battery compared to its larger sibling which may result in less than all-day life for power users, and no 120Hz display refresh rate.

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