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Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus (12GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£970RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.8 inchesMain camera megapixels:12 MP & 12 MP & 16 MP & 0.3 MP

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus (12GB + 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.

7.3

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 10
✕
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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Score components

90%

7.2

Technical score

10%

8.1

User score

â–²Better than 69% of smartphones
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 10
✕
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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Score components

25%

6.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.1

Camera

15%

6.9

Display

15%

7.0

Battery

10%

7.9

Software

10%

8.1

Connectivity

4%

7.3

Audio

3%

7.4

Design

â–²Better than 68% of smartphones
8.1

User score

User score
8.1/ 10
✕
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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Score components

70%

8.1

User ratings

30%

8.1

Number of reviews

Based on 1,183 buyer reviews from online shops.
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–²Better than 71% of smartphones
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus (12GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 10
✕
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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Score components:

25%

6.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.1

Camera

15%

6.9

Display

15%

7.0

Battery

10%

7.9

Software

10%

8.1

Connectivity

4%

7.3

Audio

3%

7.4

Design

7.2
User score
User score
8.1/ 10
✕
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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Score components

70%

8.1

User ratings

30%

8.1

Number of reviews

Based on 1,183 buyer reviews from online shops.
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.1
Popularity
Popularity
8.1/ 10
✕
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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Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus (12GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 8.1 points, which is higher than 77.3% of smartphones.
8.1
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 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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Score components:

60%

7.3

Overall score

40%

5.4

Price

6.7
Brand name
Samsung
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 processor which is faster than processors in 55.2% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.8% of smartphones.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 or Samsung Exynos 9,825
RAM capacity
12 GB
RAM capacity
12 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Internal storage
256 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
2.73 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
2.73 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.73 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 63.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 12
Android version
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
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
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
12 MP & 12 MP & 16 MP & 0.3 MP
Main camera megapixels
12 MP & 12 MP & 16 MP & 0.3 MP
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 12 MP & 12 MP & 16 MP & 0.3 MP which is lower than that of 86.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.5 & f/2.1 & f/2.2
Main camera aperture
f/1.5 & f/2.1 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.5 & f/2.1 & f/2.2 which is wider than that of 97.5% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
31.4 mm²
Main camera sensor area
31.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 31.4 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 57.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.8% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.4 µm
Main camera pixel size
1.4 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
Number of SIM slots
2
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
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.8 inches
Screen size
6.8 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.8 inches which is larger than the screens of 84.4% of smartphones and equal to those of 4.6% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1440x 3040 px
Screen resolution
1440x 3040 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1440x3040 px which is higher than that of 93.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Pixel density
498 ppi
Pixel density
498 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 498 ppi which is higher than that of 92.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Refresh rate
60 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
4,300 mAh
Battery capacity
4,300 mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,300 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 86.9% of smartphones and equal to those in 1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
45 W
Charging speed
45 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 45 W which is faster than in 57.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 6.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
65 min
GSMArena full wired charge time
65 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 65 min which is slower than 53.9% of smartphones and equal to the time of 1.2% of smartphones.
Wireless charging
yes
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Number of microphones
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
FM radio
yes
This smartphone includes an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
162.3 mm
Height
162.3 mm
This smartphone has a height of 162.3 mm which is shorter than 65.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Width
77.2 mm
Width
77.2 mm
This smartphone has a width of 77.2 mm which is wider than 76% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.9 mm
Thickness
7.9 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
196 g
Weight
196 g
This smartphone weighs 196 g which is lighter than 50.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 2.3% of smartphones.
Device volume
87,318 cm³
Device volume
87,318 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 87,318 cm³ which is smaller than 75.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus (12GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

246810TotalPerformance & HardwareSoftwareCameraConnectivityDisplayBatteryAudioDesign
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1440 x 3040 px
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x3040 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x3040 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    2 x
    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
    Main camera pixel size
    1.4 µm
    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
  • 26.1% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    498 ppi
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (498 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    498 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 4 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    12 GB
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 0.13 inches inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    6.8 inches
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 1.8% higher user score
    User score
    8.1/ 10
    ✕
    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 Plus
    the average smartphone
    Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus (12GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.14 vs 8.000).
    8.14 vs 8
  • 49.6% more popular
    Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus (12GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.13 vs 5.4).
    8.13 vs 5.44
  • 4 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    12 GB
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 50% lower TDP
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    9 W
    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
  • 2 more memory channels
    Memory channels
    4
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    2 x 2.73 GHz & 2 x 2.4 GHz & 4 x 1.95 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.73 GHz & 2x2.4 GHz & 4x1.95 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.73 GHz & 2x2.4 GHz & 4x1.95 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 13.8% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    2.73 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.7 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.73 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 2x more shader units
    N. of shading units
    512
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (512 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    512 vs 256
  • Supports desktop mode
    Desktop mode
    yes
    This smartphone includes desktop mode, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones support desktop functionality.
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    2 x
    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
    Main camera pixel size
    1.4 µm
    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
  • Wider main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.5 & f/2.1 & f/2.2
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.5 & f/2.1 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.5 & f/2.1 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    BSI sensor
    yes
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    Multi-lens front camera
    yes
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    360° panorama
    yes
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Better main camera video
    Main camera video
    2160 x 60 fps
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    Manual shutter speed
    yes
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    Number of flash LEDs
    2
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    HDR10 video recording
    yes
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    Dual-tone LED flash
    yes
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Newer USB version
    USB version
    3.1
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.1 vs 2.0
  • Supports motion tracking
    Motion tracking
    yes
    This smartphone supports motion tracking, the average smartphone does not. 22% of smartphones offer motion tracking capabilities.
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Supports ANT+
    ANT+
    yes
    This smartphone supports ANT+ technology, the average smartphone does not. 6% of smartphones are ANT+ compatible.
  • Has a barometer
    Barometer
    yes
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1440 x 3040 px
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x3040 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x3040 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 26.1% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    498 ppi
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (498 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    498 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 0.13 inches inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    6.8 inches
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Supports HDR10 support
    HDR10 support
    yes
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    Always-on display
    yes
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Has a curved display
    Curved display
    yes
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 308 nits higher peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    1,308 nits
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1308 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,308 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 20.2% higher screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    793 nits
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (793 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    793 nits vs 660 nits
  • Better display glass type
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass 6
    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
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    Reverse wireless charging
    yes
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 36.4% faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    45 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (45 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    45 W vs 33 W
  • 1 more microphone/s
    Number of microphones
    3
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • Has FM radio
    FM radio
    yes
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • Supports aptX
    aptX
    yes
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    Waterproof depth rating
    1.5 m
    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
  • Includes a stylus
    Stylus included
    yes
    This smartphone includes a stylus, the average smartphone does not. 1.4% of smartphones come with a stylus.
  • 0.4 mm thinner
    Thickness
    7.9 mm
    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
    IP rating
    IP68
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 1.3 mm shorter
    Height
    162.3 mm
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (162.3 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    162.3 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    60 Hz
    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
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 26.1% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    702 MHz
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (702 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    702 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    12 MP & 12 MP & 16 MP & 0.3 MP
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (12 MP & 12 MP & 16 MP & 0.3 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    12 MP & 12 MP & 16 MP & 0.3 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 14% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    4,300 mAh
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4300 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,300 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 or Samsung Exynos 9,825
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.0
    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
  • 50% less L3 cache
    L3 cache
    2048 KB
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 3.73x more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus (12GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£970 vs £260).
    £970 vs £260
  • 9% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus (12GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.73 vs 7.3).
    6.73 vs 7.34
  • 26.1% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    702 MHz
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (702 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    702 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 or Samsung Exynos 9,825
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% less L3 cache
    L3 cache
    2048 KB
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 23.9% slower memory speed
    Memory speed
    2093 MHz
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2093 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    2,093 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 16.7% larger process node
    Process node
    7 nm
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (7 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    7 nm vs 6 nm
  • 17.5% fewer transistors
    Number of transistors
    8,500 million
    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
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    Maximum RAM
    12 GB
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 6.1% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    10,130
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (10,130 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    10,130 vs 10,783
  • 35.5% lower 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    392
    This smartphone performs worse in 3DMark Steel Nomad than the average smartphone (392 vs 608). The average smartphone scores 608.
    392 vs 608
  • 20.4% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    3,045
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (3,045 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    3,045 vs 3,825
  • 28.4% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    878
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (878 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    878 vs 1,226
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    Android version
    Android 12
    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-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    12 MP & 12 MP & 16 MP & 0.3 MP
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (12 MP & 12 MP & 16 MP & 0.3 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    12 MP & 12 MP & 16 MP & 0.3 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    10 MP
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (10 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    10 MP vs 16 MP
  • 1.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    31.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 3.3% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    DxOMark Mobile score
    116
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (116 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    116 vs 120
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.0
    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
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    60 Hz
    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
  • 99.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    GSMArena max display brightness
    794 nits
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (794 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    794 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 14% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    4,300 mAh
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4300 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,300 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 25% slower wireless charging speed
    Wireless charging speed
    15 W
    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
  • 3 min slower full wired charge time
    GSMArena full wired charge time
    65 min
    This smartphone has a slower full wired charge time than the average smartphone (65 min vs 62 min). The average smartphone takes 62 min to charge.
    65 min vs 62 min
  • 5 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2019
    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
  • 1.2 mm wider
    Width
    77.2 mm
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (77.2 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    77.2 mm vs 76 mm
  • Poor brand origin
    Brand origin
    South Korea
    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 Plus (12GB + 256GB)

  • Stunning 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED display with Quad HD resolution that remains vibrant and sharp even by modern standards
  • Versatile S Pen stylus with unique features like air gestures, screen-off memo, and remote camera control
  • Sleek and premium design that is significantly thinner and lighter than newer 'Ultra' models
  • Generous memory and storage with 12GB of RAM and 256GB base internal storage plus microSD expansion
  • Support for 45W fast charging and wireless PowerShare for other devices
  • Generally snappy performance for daily tasks and gaming despite its age

What we don't like about Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus (12GB + 256GB)

  • Removal of the 3.5mm headphone jack, requiring an adapter or wireless buds
  • End of life for software updates, stuck on Android 12/One UI 4 with no further security patches
  • Lack of modern display technology like 120Hz high refresh rate, limited to standard 60Hz
  • Camera performance, particularly in low light and zoom, falls behind newer flagship sensors
  • Fingerprint scanner (ultrasonic) is often reported as slower or less reliable than newer optical sensors
  • Battery life tends to degrade over time, leading to frequent charging for long-term users

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus (12GB + 256GB) is an ultra-premium, big-screen flagship smartphone featuring a stunning 6.8-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display and an integrated S Pen stylus with productivity-enhancing Air Actions. Key specifications include 12GB of RAM, 256GB of expandable internal storage (up to 1TB via microSD), a powerful Exynos 9825/Snapdragon 855 processor, a versatile quad-camera system with a DepthVision camera, a 4,300mAh battery with 45W fast charging support (25W charger in the box), and an IP68 water resistance rating. Pros include a beautiful display, excellent overall performance, a highly functional S Pen, and solid battery life. Cons include the lack of a 3.5mm headphone jack, an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor that is not always consistently fast, and the phone no longer receives major software updates as it has reached its end-of-life cycle.

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