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Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G (12GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£350RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:6.7 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 0.3 MP

Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G (12GB + 512GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G (12GB + 512GB)
7.7/10

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 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 78% of models
Score components

90%

7.6

Technical score

10%

8.5

User score

â–²Better than 78% of smartphones
8.0

Value for money

Value for money
8.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

â–²Better than 87%
7.6

Technical score

Technical score
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components

25%

7.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.2

Camera

15%

7.8

Display

15%

6.6

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

8.0

Connectivity

4%

6.2

Audio

3%

7.6

Design

â–²Better than 76%
8.5

User score

User score
8.5/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 79% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

8.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 79%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G (12GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components:

25%

7.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.2

Camera

15%

7.8

Display

15%

6.6

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

8.0

Connectivity

4%

6.2

Audio

3%

7.6

Design

7.6
User score
User score
8.5/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 79% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

8.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.5
Popularity
Popularity
8.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 82% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G (12GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 8.6 points, which is higher than 82.2% of smartphones.
8.6
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 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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â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components:

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

8.0
Brand name
Samsung
Processor model
Samsung Exynos 990
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
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
512 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 512 GB which is larger than the storage of 77.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 17.2% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.73 GHz
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
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
This smartphone runs Android version Android 13 which is older than that found in 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 16.5% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
64 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 0.3 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 64 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 0.3 MP which is higher than that of 83.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.0 & f/2.2 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.0 & f/2.2 & f/2.2 which is wider than that of 72.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
38.9 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 38.9 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 51.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.4% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.8 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.8 µm which is larger than in 98.4% of smartphones and equal to the size in 1.4% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.7 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.7 inches which is larger than the screens of 52.2% of smartphones and equal to those of 10.1% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1440x 3200 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1440x3200 px which is higher than that of 96% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
525 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 525 ppi which is higher than that of 96.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
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
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
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 25 W which is slower than in 66.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 5.3% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
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
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
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
161.9 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 161.9 mm which is shorter than 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
Width
73.7 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 73.7 mm which is narrower than 86.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.8 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.8 mm which is thinner than 77.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.2% of smartphones.
Weight
188 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 188 g which is lighter than 70.3% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 2.8% of smartphones.
Device volume
82,271 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 82,271 cm³ which is smaller than 90.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
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Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G (12GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x3200 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x3200 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 1 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.8 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.8 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 32.9% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (525 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    525 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 4 GB more RAM
    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
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x24 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 5.7% higher user score
    User score
    8.5/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G
    the average smartphone
    Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G (12GB + 512GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.45 vs 8.000).
    8.45 vs 8
  • 8.5% better value for money
    Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G (12GB + 512GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.96 vs 7.3).
    7.96 vs 7.34
  • 58.7% more popular
    Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G (12GB + 512GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.63 vs 5.4).
    8.63 vs 5.44
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 4 GB more RAM
    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
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (9 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    9 W vs 6 W
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    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
    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
    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
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    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
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    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
  • 19.9% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,038 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    3,038 vs 2,533
  • 5.6% higher PassMark single-core benchmark
    This smartphone has a better PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (1,043 vs 988). The average single-core score is 988.
    1,043 vs 988
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Supports desktop mode
    This smartphone includes desktop mode, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones support desktop functionality.
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 1 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.8 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.8 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x24 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 0.3 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 0.3 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • 21.6% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (38.9 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    38.9 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Newer USB version
    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
    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+
    This smartphone supports ANT+ technology, the average smartphone does not. 6% of smartphones are ANT+ compatible.
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x3200 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x3200 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 32.9% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (525 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    525 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 28.3% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (847 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    847 nits vs 660 nits
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 320.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1214 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,214 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 0.03 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass 6 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 6 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 200 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1200 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,200 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 2.3 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (73.7 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    73.7 mm vs 76 mm
  • 0.5 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 4.2% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (188 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    188 g vs 196.2 g
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 1.7 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (161.9 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    161.9 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 15.9% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (82271 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    82,271 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 15.8% slower GPU clock
    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
  • 10% smaller battery capacity
    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
    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 aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.0 vs 5.2
  • 16.7% larger process node
    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
  • 4 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2020 vs 2024). 4.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    March 2020
    2020 vs 2024
  • 34.6% more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£350 vs £260).
    £350 vs £260
  • 15.8% slower GPU clock
    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
    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
    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
  • 56.9% lower 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in 3DMark Steel Nomad than the average smartphone (262 vs 608). The average smartphone scores 608.
    262 vs 608
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    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
    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
    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
  • 25% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (15 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    15 W vs 20 W
  • 24.2% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (25 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    25 W vs 33 W
  • 10% slower reverse wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower reverse wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (4.5 W vs 5 W). The average smartphone speed is 5 W.
    4.5 W vs 5 W
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 4 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2020 vs 2024). 4.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    March 2020
    2020 vs 2024
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    South Korea vs China

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androidcentral.com
14/01/2021
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tomsguide.com
11/08/2020
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pcmag.com
16/03/2020
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cnet.com
16/03/2020
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theverge.com
11/03/2020
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androidauthority.com
10/03/2020
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businessinsider.com
06/03/2020
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sammobile.com
20/03/2020
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consumerreports.org
06/03/2020
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leclaireur.fnac.com
14/10/2020
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phonandroid.com
10/04/2020
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lesnumeriques.com
11/03/2020
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09/03/2020
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cnetfrance.fr
08/03/2020
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26/01/2023
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17/05/2020
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nextpit.fr
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nextpit.fr
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What we like about Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G (12GB + 512GB)

  • Large, vibrant, and smooth 120Hz AMOLED display that improves the user experience significantly.
  • Excellent and versatile camera system that produces high-quality photos with good detail and color.
  • Fast and powerful performance, thanks to the Snapdragon 865 (USA version) or Exynos 990 processor and 12GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and gaming.
  • Long battery life that generally lasts all day, with some users reporting even longer duration on light use.
  • Supports all available forms of 5G connectivity (mmWave and Sub-6 in the US version), making it a future-proof investment at the time of release.
  • Premium build quality and attractive, slim design that feels good in hand.
  • Ample and expandable storage via a microSD card slot, a feature praised by users who need extra memory for work or media.
  • Useful features such as ultra-fast wired and wireless charging, reverse wireless charging (Wireless PowerShare), and an IP68 water resistance rating.
  • Good overall sound quality from the stereo speakers.

What we don't like about Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G (12GB + 512GB)

  • High initial price point, which was a significant drawback for many potential buyers.
  • Lack of a 3.5mm headphone jack, a recurring negative comment from users.
  • Battery life is significantly reduced when using the 120Hz display refresh rate compared to the standard 60Hz.
  • In-display fingerprint sensor can be picky or inconsistent for some users.
  • Exynos processor version (global models) is considered less power-efficient and can have performance issues like overheating compared to the Snapdragon version.
  • Phone is delicate and prone to screen/back glass damage if dropped, so a case is highly recommended.
  • Some users experienced software bugs with the camera, such as random blurring in selfies under certain lighting conditions.
  • Device is no longer receiving major Android OS updates (capped at Android 13/One UI 5), though security updates continue.

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G (12GB + 512GB) is a premium flagship smartphone from 2020, featuring a powerful Snapdragon 865 (or Exynos 990 in some regions) processor, 12GB of RAM, and 512GB of internal storage (expandable up to 1TB via microSD). It boasts a large 6.7-inch Quad HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate option (at FHD+ resolution), a versatile quad-camera system with a 64MP telephoto lens capable of 30x zoom and 8K video recording, and a reliable 4,500mAh battery with 25W fast wired and 15W wireless charging support. Key pros include excellent overall performance, a gorgeous display, robust cameras, IP68 water resistance, and comprehensive multi-band 5G support. The main cons are that it was expensive at launch and lacks a 3.5mm headphone jack.

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