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Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (12GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,150RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.9 inchesMain camera megapixels:108 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (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.

7.6

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 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–² Better than 76% of models
Score components

90%

7.5

Technical score

10%

8.3

User score

â–²Better than 76% of smartphones
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 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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â–² Better than 75% of models
Score components

25%

6.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.5

Camera

15%

8.4

Display

15%

6.5

Battery

10%

7.2

Software

10%

8.0

Connectivity

4%

6.9

Audio

3%

7.2

Design

â–²Better than 75% of smartphones
8.3

User score

User score
8.3/ 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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â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

9.0

Number of reviews

Based on 2,127 buyer reviews from online shops.
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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 73% of smartphones
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (12GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 75% of models
Score components:

25%

6.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.5

Camera

15%

8.4

Display

15%

6.5

Battery

10%

7.2

Software

10%

8.0

Connectivity

4%

6.9

Audio

3%

7.2

Design

7.5
User score
User score
8.3/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

9.0

Number of reviews

Based on 2,127 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
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.
8.3
Popularity
Popularity
9.0/ 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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â–² Better than 86% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (12GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 9 points, which is higher than 85.7% of smartphones.
9.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.6/ 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 93% of models
Score components:

60%

7.6

Overall score

40%

4.4

Price

6.6
Brand name
Samsung
Processor model
Samsung Exynos 990
Processor model
Samsung Exynos 990
â–² Better than 54% of models
This smartphone uses the Samsung Exynos 990 processor which is faster than processors in 53.7% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.3% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
RAM capacity
12 GB
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <4 GB – >16 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
â–² Better than 39% of models
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
2.73 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
2.73 GHz
â–² Better than 63% of models
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 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
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 10
Android version
Android 10
Android version
Android 10
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
This smartphone runs Android version Android 10 which is older than that found in 88.8% of smartphones and equal to that in 5.1% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
Direct OS updates
no
â–¼ Worse than 21% of models
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Open-source OS
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Dark mode
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
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
â–² Better than 6% of models
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
108 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP
Main camera megapixels
108 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP
★ Better than 95% of models
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 108 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP which is higher than that of 95% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/3.0
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/3.0
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/3.0 which is wider than that of 52.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
69.1 mm²
Main camera sensor area
69.1 mm²
â–² Better than 89% of models
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 69.1 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 88.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.8 µm which is larger than in 35.5% of smartphones and equal to the size in 21.9% of smartphones.
2.4 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Number of SIM slots
2
â–² Better than 4% of models
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
Cellular module
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
5G connectivity
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.9 inches
Screen size
6.9 inches
★ Better than 94% of models
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.9 inches which is larger than the screens of 93.8% of smartphones and equal to those of 2.6% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1440x 3088 px
Screen resolution
1440x 3088 px
★ Better than 93% of models
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1440x3088 px which is higher than that of 93.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Pixel density
508 ppi
Pixel density
508 ppi
★ Better than 93% of models
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 508 ppi which is higher than that of 93.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
â–² Better than 41% of models
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Refresh rate
120 Hz
â–² Better than 35% of models
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,500 mAh
Battery capacity
4,500 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,500 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 78.5% of smartphones and equal to those in 5.9% of smartphones.
Charging speed
25 W
Charging speed
25 W
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
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
Fast charging
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
yes
Wireless charging
yes
â–² Better than 75% of models
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
Stereo speakers
yes
â–² Better than 36% of models
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
â–¼ Worse than 45% of models
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
â–² Better than 77% of models
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
no
FM radio
no
â–¼ Worse than 34% of models
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
aptX Lossless
no
â–¼ Worse than 13% of models
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
164.8 mm
Height
164.8 mm
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 164.8 mm which is taller than 66.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Width
77.2 mm
Width
77.2 mm
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 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
8.1 mm
Thickness
8.1 mm
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.1 mm which is thinner than 58.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.2% of smartphones.
Weight
208 g
Weight
208 g
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 208 g which is heavier than 69.7% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.7% of smartphones.
Device volume
101,024 cm³
Device volume
101,024 cm³
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 101,024 cm³ which is larger than 70.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (12GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 5 x higher optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    5 x
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <0 x – >3 x
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (5 x vs 0 x).
    5 x vs 0 x
  • 2.16x larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    69.1 mm²
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (69.1 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    69.1 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    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 3088 px
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x3088 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x3088 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    108 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 28.6% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    508 ppi
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (508 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    508 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 0.23 inches inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    6.9 inches
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 65.9% more popular
    Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (12GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (9.02 vs 5.4).
    9.02 vs 5.44
  • 3.2% higher user score
    User score
    8.3/ 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
    â–¼
    â–¼
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    Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G
    the average smartphone
    Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (12GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.25 vs 8.000).
    8.25 vs 8
  • 4 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    12 GB
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 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
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <4 W – >10 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
  • Newer DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    5
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    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
    Memory channels
    4
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <2 – >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 & 4 x 2.5 GHz & 2 x 2 GHz
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.73 GHz & 4x2.5 GHz & 2x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.73 GHz & 4x2.5 GHz & 2x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 13.8% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    2.73 GHz
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 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
  • 71.9% higher memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    44 GB/s
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <13.41 GB/s – >76.6 GB/s
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (44 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    44 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 19.5% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    1,126
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <392 – >2.2k
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,126 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,126 vs 942
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    Maximum RAM
    16 GB
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 22.4% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    3,101
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >6.7k
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,101 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    average score for Exynos 990 variant, other tests show a performance gap compared to the Snapdragon version
    3,101 vs 2,533
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    Memory speed
    3,200 MHz
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 14% higher PassMark single-core benchmark
    PassMark single-core benchmark
    1,126
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <408 – >2.4k
    This smartphone has a better PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (1,126 vs 988). The average single-core score is 988.
    1,126 vs 988
  • 37.5% more shader units
    N. of shading units
    352
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <32 – >1.5k
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (352 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    352 vs 256
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    Cross-site tracking protection
    yes
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Supports desktop mode
    Desktop mode
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This smartphone includes desktop mode, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones support desktop functionality.
  • 5 x higher optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    5 x
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <0 x – >3 x
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (5 x vs 0 x).
    5 x vs 0 x
  • 2.16x larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    69.1 mm²
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (69.1 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    69.1 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    108 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Better main camera video
    Main camera video
    4320 x 24 fps
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x24 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    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
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    Laser autofocus
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    Manual shutter speed
    yes
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    HDR10 video recording
    yes
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    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
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Has a pro camera setup
    Pro camera setup
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This smartphone features a pro camera setup, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones include professional-grade camera hardware.
  • Newer USB version
    USB version
    3.2
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.2 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.2 vs 2.0
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    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
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This smartphone supports ANT+ technology, the average smartphone does not. 6% of smartphones are ANT+ compatible.
  • Has a barometer
    Barometer
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1440 x 3088 px
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x3088 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x3088 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 0.23 inches inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    6.9 inches
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 28.6% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    508 ppi
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (508 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    508 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 53.2% higher screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    1,011 nits
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <437 nits – >1.3k nits
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1011 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,011 nits vs 660 nits
  • Supports HDR10 support
    HDR10 support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    Contrast ratio
    3000000:1
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (3000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    3,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Has an always-on display
    Always-on display
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Better display glass type
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass Victus vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass Victus vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Has a curved display
    Curved display
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 130.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    GSMArena max display brightness
    1,024 nits
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <537 nits – >1.4k nits
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1024 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,024 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    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
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    Number of microphones
    3
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • Supports aptX
    aptX
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    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
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <0 m – >2 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
  • Is designed for seniors
    Suitable for seniors
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • Includes a stylus
    Stylus included
    yes
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    This smartphone includes a stylus, the average smartphone does not. 1.4% of smartphones come with a stylus.
  • Better IP rating
    IP rating
    IP68
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 0.2 mm thinner
    Thickness
    8.1 mm
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (8.1 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    8.1 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 15.8% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    800 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <646 MHz – >1.2k MHz
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (800 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    800 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Older Android version
    Android version
    Android 10
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 10 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 10 vs Android 14
  • 10% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    4,500 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4500 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    Samsung Exynos 990
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Samsung Exynos 990 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Samsung Exynos 990 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    Wi-Fi password sharing
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No reverse wired charging
    Reverse wired charging
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • No battery health monitoring
    Battery health monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • 4.42x more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (12GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£1,150 vs £260).
    £1,150 vs £260
  • 10.6% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (12GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.63 vs 7.3).
    6.63 vs 7.34
  • 15.8% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    800 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <646 MHz – >1.2k MHz
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (800 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    800 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    Samsung Exynos 990
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Samsung Exynos 990 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Samsung Exynos 990 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 16.7% larger process node
    Process node
    7 nm
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >12 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
  • 36.5% lower 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    386
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <133 – >2.4k
    This smartphone performs worse in 3DMark Steel Nomad than the average smartphone (386 vs 608). The average smartphone scores 608.
    386 vs 608
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    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 10
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 10 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 10 vs Android 14
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    Wi-Fi password sharing
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    Battery health monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    App offloading
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    Scrolling screenshots
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    Play while downloading
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/3.0
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/3 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/3.0 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    10 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <5 – >40
    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
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.0
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    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
  • 10% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    4,500 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4500 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • No reverse wired charging
    Reverse wired charging
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 25% slower wireless charging speed
    Wireless charging speed
    15 W
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <10 W – >50 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
  • 24.2% slower charging speed
    Charging speed
    25 W
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    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
    Reverse wireless charging speed
    4.5 W
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <4.5 W – >10 W
    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
  • 4 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2020
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2020 vs 2024). 4.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    August 2020
    2020 vs 2024
  • 6% heavier
    Weight
    208 g
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <175 g – >256 g
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (208 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    208 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1.2 mm wider
    Width
    77.2 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 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
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    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
  • 1.2 mm taller
    Height
    164.8 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (164.8 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    164.8 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 3.8% lower French repairability index
    French repairability index
    7.7
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <6.2 – >9.5
    This smartphone has a lower French repairability index than the average smartphone (7.7 vs 8). The average smartphone scores 8.
    7.7 vs 8

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Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra (12GB/256GB) features a massive 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 108MP triple-lens rear camera system capable of 8K video and 50x Space Zoom. Powered by the Snapdragon 865 Plus (or Exynos 990) and a 4,500mAh battery, it remains a productivity powerhouse due to its integrated Bluetooth S Pen with ultra-low 9ms latency and expandable microSD storage up to 1TB. Main pros include its stunning 1500-nit peak brightness screen, premium Gorilla Glass Victus build, and robust 12GB of RAM for seamless multitasking. However, notable cons in 2025 include the official end of Android version updates (capped at Android 13/One UI 5.1), inconsistent ultrasonic fingerprint sensor performance, and a large camera bump that makes the device wobble on flat surfaces.

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