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Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (8GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£480RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.9 inchesMain camera megapixels:12 MP & 12 MP & 16 MP

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (8GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.7

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components

90%

6.5

Technical score

10%

8.3

User score

â–¼Worse than 51% of smartphones
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 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–¼ Worse than 54% of models
Score components

25%

6.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.1

Camera

15%

8.2

Display

15%

5.5

Battery

10%

4.4

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

5.9

Audio

3%

7.3

Design

â–¼Worse than 54% 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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<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 164 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 (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 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–¼ Worse than 54% of models
Score components:

25%

6.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.1

Camera

15%

8.2

Display

15%

5.5

Battery

10%

4.4

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

5.9

Audio

3%

7.3

Design

6.5
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
â–¼
<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 164 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 86% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (8GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 9 points, which is higher than 85.7% of smartphones.
9.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components:

60%

6.7

Overall score

40%

8.0

Price

7.1
Brand name
Samsung
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+
â–² Better than 72% of models
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ processor which is faster than processors in 72.2% of smartphones.
Snapdragon 865+ or Exynos 990
RAM capacity
8 GB
RAM capacity
8 GB
â–¼ Worse than 41% of models
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
128 GB
Internal storage
128 GB
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% 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 9 Pie
Android version
Android 9 Pie
Android version
Android 9 Pie
â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
This smartphone runs Android version Android 9 Pie which is older than that found in 93.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 2.6% 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
no
Dark mode
no
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
This smartphone does not offer 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
12 MP & 12 MP & 16 MP
Main camera megapixels
12 MP & 12 MP & 16 MP
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 12 MP & 12 MP & 16 MP which is lower than that of 86.4% 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
10.2 mm²
Main camera sensor area
10.2 mm²
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 10.2 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 98.7% 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
3,500 mAh
Battery capacity
3,500 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 3,500 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 94.5% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.4% 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
?
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 (8GB + 128GB) 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 65.9% more popular
    Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (8GB + 128GB) 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
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G
    the average smartphone
    Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (8GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.25 vs 8.000).
    8.25 vs 8
  • 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
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    2 x 2.73 GHz & 2 x 2.4 GHz & 4 x 1.95 GHz
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    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
    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
  • 29% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    3,268
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >6.7k
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,268 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    3,268 vs 2,533
  • 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
  • Better processor
    Processor model
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Snapdragon 865+ or Exynos 990
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 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
  • 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 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.
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    Multi-lens front camera
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • Better main camera video
    Main camera video
    2160 x 60 fps
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Supports motion tracking
    Motion tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    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)
    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)
  • Newer USB version
    USB version
    3.0
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.0 vs 2.0
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 500 nits higher peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    1,500 nits
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <480 nits – >3.6k nits
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1500 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,500 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 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
  • 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
  • 68.1% smaller main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    10.2 mm²
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (10.2 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    10.2 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 30% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    3,500 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3500 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 50% less storage
    Internal storage
    128 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • Lacks multithreading support
    Multithreading
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • 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.
  • 26.1% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    702 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <646 MHz – >1.2k 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
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (12 MP & 12 MP & 16 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    12 MP & 12 MP & 16 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 84.6% more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (8GB + 128GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£480 vs £260).
    £480 vs £260
  • 3.8% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (8GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.07 vs 7.3).
    7.07 vs 7.34
  • 50% less storage
    Internal storage
    128 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • Lacks multithreading support
    Multithreading
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • 26.1% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    702 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <646 MHz – >1.2k 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
  • 23.9% slower memory speed
    Memory speed
    2093 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k 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
    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
  • 17.5% fewer transistors
    Number of transistors
    8,500 million
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <5.3k million – >19k 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
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >16 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
  • 51.5% lower 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    295
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <133 – >2.4k
    This smartphone performs worse in 3DMark Steel Nomad than the average smartphone (295 vs 608). The average smartphone scores 608.
    295 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 9 Pie
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 9 Pie vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 9 Pie vs Android 14
  • No location privacy controls
    Location privacy
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    App tracking protection
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Lacks focus mode
    Focus mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    Camera/mic privacy
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • 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.
  • Lacks dark mode
    Dark mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    This smartphone does not support dark mode, the average smartphone does. 95.8% of smartphones have dark mode.
  • 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.
  • No dynamic theme support
    Dynamic theme
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    Extra dim mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • 68.1% smaller main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    10.2 mm²
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (10.2 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    10.2 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    12 MP & 12 MP & 16 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (12 MP & 12 MP & 16 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    12 MP & 12 MP & 16 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 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
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 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
  • 30% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    3,500 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3500 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    GSMArena battery life endurance score
    88
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <74 – >125
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (88 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    88 vs 99.5
  • 40% slower wireless charging speed
    Wireless charging speed
    12 W
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <10 W – >50 W
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (12 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    12 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
  • No aptX HD
    aptX HD
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 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

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02/03/2022
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15/09/2020
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06/01/2022
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27/06/2022
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14/02/2022
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18/01/2021
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24/11/2020
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10/09/2020
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02/09/2020
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25/08/2020
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18/08/2020
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18/08/2020
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18/08/2020
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01/10/2020
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05/08/2020
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19/11/2020
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21/08/2020
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18/08/2020
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09/10/2020
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13/09/2020
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04/10/2020
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12/09/2020
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24/08/2020
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20/08/2020
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18/08/2020
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10/09/2020
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19/09/2020
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08/09/2020
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28/08/2020
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Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (8GB + 128GB) is a premium, powerful phablet built for productivity, featuring a stunning 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate and protected by Gorilla Glass Victus. Key strengths include its versatile and accurate triple-camera system with 50x Space Zoom and laser autofocus, an incredibly responsive, low-latency S Pen stylus (9ms) ideal for note-taking and navigation, and advanced connectivity options including 5G and Wi-Fi 6. It is powered by a high-end processor (Snapdragon 865+ or Exynos 990, depending on region) and has an IP68 water resistance rating. Potential drawbacks include a very large camera bump that causes the phone to wobble on flat surfaces, the inability to use the maximum WQHD+ resolution simultaneously with the 120Hz refresh rate, and competitive but not class-leading battery charging speeds at 25W. The 8GB RAM variant specified in the prompt is less common, with 12GB being the standard configuration for the Ultra model in most markets.

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