The new Samsung Galaxy Note20 and Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G smartphones have now been officially launched!
And here is a quick comparison of their key features and specifications!
Galaxy Note20 vs Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G : What’s The Difference?
The new Samsung Galaxy Note20 and Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G look very similar, but they are really quite different devices.
Here is a quick comparison of the key differences between the Galaxy Note20 and the Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G.
Different Displays
The two models come with different displays with different resolutions :
| Display Features | Galaxy Note20 | Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G |
| Display Type | Super AMOLED+ | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Display Size | 6.7-inch | 6.9-inch |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels | 1440 x 3088 pixels |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | Up to 120 Hz |
| Peak Brightness | 1050 nits | 1500 nits |
| HDR Support | HDR10+ | |
| Display Protection | Gorilla Glass 5 | Gorilla Glass Victus |
Performance
They are both powered by the Samsung Exynos 990 globally, with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ in the United States, South Korea and China.
To ensure optimal performance in any condition, they are both kept cool by the world’s slimmest vapour chamber.
The Galaxy Note20 comes with 8 GB of memory, while the Note20 Ultra 5G comes with 12 GB of memory.
They both come with 256 GB of internal storage, but the Note20 Ultra 5G supports the addition of a microSD card for up to 1 TB of additional storage.
More importantly, this is the latest LPDDR5 memory, which is not only 1.5 times faster but also uses 20% less power, compared to LPDDR4X.
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Different Cameras
They both come with a new triple camera system in the rear, but with different cameras.
The Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G not only comes with a 108 MP main camera, it has a 5X optical zoom camera.
The Galaxy Note20, on the other hand, has a higher resolution 64 MP telephoto camera, with 3X Hybrid Optic Zoom.
| Cameras | Galaxy Note20 | Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G |
| Main Camera | 12 MP camera (f/1.8) | 108 MP camera (f/1.8) |
| Ultra Wide Camera | 12 MP camera (f/2.2) | 12 MP camera (f/2.2) |
| Telephoto Camera | 64 MP camera (f/2.0) 3X hybrid zoom |
12 MP camera (f/3.0) 5X optical zoom |
| Laser AF System | NA | Laser Autofocus |
Super Resolution Zoom
Both devices feature zoom cameras, but here is how they differ :
- Galaxy Note20 offers 3X Hybrid Optic Zoom, with up to 30X Super Resolution Zoom.
- Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G gives you 5X Optical Zoom, with up to 50X Super Resolution Zoom.
Their advanced zoom capabilities also extend to video recording, albeit up to 20X zoom for the Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G, and 12X zoom for the Galaxy Note20.
The New S Pen
Both devices come with the new S Pen, which supports Air Actions and comes with a new lithium titanate battery that gives it 24 hours of standby time.
There is a difference that many people may not realise. The Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G’s S Pen has an ultra-low latency of just 9 ms, while the S Pen for the Galaxy Note20 has a 26 ms latency.
The almost-instantaneous response time will give you the feel of working with an actual pen or pencil – an experience that artists will greatly appreciate.
Battery Capacities
The Galaxy Note20 has a 4,300 mAh battery, while the Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G comes with a slightly larger 4,500 mAh battery.
They both support 25 watt fast charging, and come with a 25 watt fast charger in the box.
Colour Options
Samsung is offering both devices in the signature Mystic Bronze colour, as well as two different colour options :
- Galaxy Note20 : Mystic Gray, Mystic Bronze
- Galaxy Note20 5G : Mystic Green, Mystic Gray, Mystic Bronze
- Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G : Mystic Bronze, Mystic Black, Mystic White
Galaxy Note20 vs Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G : Specifications
To help you decide which model best suits you, here is a table comparing their key specifications :
| Specifications | Galaxy Note20 | Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G |
| Display | 6.7-inch Infinity-O Display Super AMOLED+ Panel |
6.9-inch Infinity-O Display Dynamic AMOLED 2X Panel |
| Display Features | HDR10+, 60 Hz, 1050 nits | HDR10+, 120 Hz, 1500 nits |
| Display Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels | 1440 x 3088 pixels |
| Display Protection | Gorilla Glass 5 | Gorilla Glass Victus |
| IP Rating | IP68 | |
| Operating System | One UI 2.5 (Android 10) | |
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 990 | |
| Memory | 8 GB LPDDR5 | 12 GB LPDDR5 |
| Internal Storage | 256 GB | |
| External Storage | NA | Hybrid MicroSD Slot (up to 1 TB) |
| Front Camera | 10 MP camera (f/2.2) | |
| Main Cameras | 12 MP main camera (f/1.8) 12 MP ultra-wide camera (f/2.2) 64 MP telephoto camera (f/2.0) – 3X Hybrid Optic Zoom – 30X Super Resolution Zoom |
108 MP main camera (f/1.8) 12 MP ultra-wide camera (f/2.2) 12 MP telephoto camera (f/3.0) – 5X Optical Zoom – 50X Super Resolution ZoomLaser Autofocus |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.0 WiFi-6 USB 3.2 Type C |
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| S Pen | 26 ms latency Lithium Titanate battery |
9 ms latency Lithium Titanate battery |
| Fingerprint Sensor | In Display Ultrasonic Sensor | |
| Battery | 4,300 mAh | 4,500 mAh |
| Charging | 25 W | 25 W |
| Dimensions | 75.2 mm wide 161.6 mm tall 8.3 mm thick |
77.2 mm wide 164.8 mm tall 8.1 mm thick |
| Weight | 192 g | 208 g |
Samsung Galaxy Note20 : Where To Buy In Malaysia?
Samsung is offering these models with these specifications :
- Samsung Galaxy Note20 (8 GB + 256 GB) : RM 3,899
- Samsung Galaxy Note20 5G (8 GB + 256 GB) : RM 4,299
Here are the direct online purchase links (desktop / mobile) for Malaysia :
- Galaxy Note20 : Mystic Gray / Mystic Bronze
- Galaxy Note20 5G : Mystic Green / Mystic Bronze / Mystic Gray
Here are the direct online purchase links (mobile) for Malaysia :
- Galaxy Note20 5G Mystic Green
- Galaxy Note20 5G Mystic Bronze
- Galaxy Note20 5G Mystic Gray
- Galaxy Note20 Mystic Bronze
- Galaxy Note20 Mystic Gray
Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G : Where To Buy In Malaysia?
Samsung is offering one model with these specifications :
- Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G (12 GB + 256 GB) : RM 5,199
Here are the direct online purchase links (desktop / mobile) for Malaysia :
- Galaxy Note20 Ultra : Mystic Bronze / Mystic White / Mystic Black
Here are the direct online purchase links (mobile) for Malaysia :
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