| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $430.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 200 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
|
| Launch | Announced | 2020, August 05 |
| Status | Available. Released 2020, August 21 | |
| Body | Dimensions | 161.6 x 75.2 x 8.3 mm (6.36 x 2.96 x 0.33 in) |
| Weight | 192 g (Sub6 5G), 194 g (mmWave 5G) (6.77 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back | |
| SIM |
· Nano-SIM + eSIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
|
| Features |
IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) Stylus, 26ms latency (Bluetooth integration, accelerometer, gyro) |
|
| Display | Type | Super AMOLED Plus, HDR10+ |
| Size | 6.7 inches, 108.4 cm2 (~89.2% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~393 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | |
| Platform | OS | Android 10, upgradable to Android 13, One UI 5 |
| Chipset |
Exynos 990 (7 nm+) - Global Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G+ (7 nm+) - USA |
|
| CPU |
Octa-core (2x2.73 GHz Mongoose M5 & 2x2.50 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) - Global Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz Kryo 585 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) - USA |
|
| GPU |
Mali-G77 MP11 - Global Adreno 650 - USA |
|
| Memory | Card slot | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | |
| Features | UFS 3.0 | |
| RAM | 8 GB | |
| Main Camera | Triple |
12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.76", 1.8µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 64 MP, f/2.0, 27mm (telephoto), 1/1.72", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x hybrid zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 120˚, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm |
| Features | LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS & OIS | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 10 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.2", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF |
| Features | HDR | |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Features |
High-bitrate audio support Tuned by AKG |
|
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX | |
| Positioning | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio |
FM radio (Snapdragon model only; market/operator dependent) Yes |
|
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2, OTG | |
| Features | Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Features |
Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support) ANT+ |
|
| Messaging | SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email, IM | |
| Browser | HTML5 | |
| Battery | Type | Li-Ion 4300 mAh |
| Charging |
25W wired, PD3.0 15W wireless (Qi) 4.5W reverse wireless |
|
| Misc | Colors | Mystic Green, Mystic Bronze, Mystic Gray, Mystic Red, Mystic Blue |
| Models | SM-N981B, SM-N981B/DS, SM-N981U, SM-N981U1, SM-N981W, SM-N9810, SM-N981N | |
| SAR | 0.95 W/kg (head) 0.72 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.68 W/kg (head) 1.37 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 430 EUR | |
| Others | Samsung Pay (Visa, MasterCard certified)IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)Stylus (Bluetooth integration, accelerometer, gyro) | |
| Alert types | Vibration, MP3, WAV ringtones | |
| Java | No | |
| Made by | Korea |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Samsung Galaxy Note20 5G
Advantages
- Comprehensive 5G band compatibility for future-proof mobile data speeds
- Vibrant AMOLED display delivering rich contrast ratios and deep black levels
- Dependable daily multitasking and gaming stability powered by Exynos 990 (7 nm+) - Global Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G+ (7 nm+) - USA
- Dedicated telephoto optical zoom lens for crisp distant portrait and telephoto captures
- Convenient wireless charging capability for cord-free desk replenishment
Disadvantages
- Omission of a 3.5mm headphone jack (requires Type-C adapter or wireless audio)
- Fixed internal storage configuration without expandable MicroSD card support
- Polycarbonate exterior shell rather than premium glass or aluminum alloys
In real-world daily practice, the Samsung Galaxy Note20 5G immediately distinguishes itself through balanced ergonomics, tactile button feedback, and approachable pocketability within Samsung's mobile lineup. The front panel features a vibrant AMOLED measuring 6.7 inches , ensuring that reading articles, streaming media, and navigating social feeds remain fluid, vibrant, and remarkably gentle on the eyes.
Everyday software responsiveness is driven by the capable Exynos 990 (7 nm+) - Global Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G+ (7 nm+) - USA. Routine app launches, web browsing sessions, and casual gaming are handled with dependable stability and efficient thermal behavior. For photography enthusiasts, the main camera setup—centered on a 12MP primary sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS) and dedicated optical zoom versatility—proves ready to document daily memories with lively color science, snappy shutter response, and commendable sharpness.
Power autonomy is reliably anchored by a 4300mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds alongside wireless charging convenience to comfortably see users through from morning commutes to late evening unwinding. In essence, the Samsung Galaxy Note20 5G strikes a sensible, well-rounded balance that nails fundamental smartphone essentials without unnecessary operational complexity.
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