Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra: Review, Specs, and Best Use Cases

by Niraj Raut
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General Overview

Here is a comprehensive and detailed breakdown of the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, organized into tables for clarity and covering every aspect of the device. This includes design, performance, camera, battery, software, connectivity, and use cases, followed by pricing at the end.

FeatureDetails
Model NameSamsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
TypeFlagship Smartphone
AnnouncedAugust 2020
ReleasedAugust 2020
Operating SystemAndroid 10 (upgradable to Android 13) with One UI 5.1
Colors AvailableMystic Black, Mystic Bronze, Mystic White

Design & Build

FeatureDetails
Dimensions164.8 x 77.2 x 8.1 mm
Weight208g
Frame MaterialGlass
Front/Back MaterialGorilla Glass Victus (front), Gorilla Glass Victus (back)
Water/Dust ResistanceIP68 (dust/splash resistant, up to 1.5m freshwater for 30 mins)

Display

FeatureDetails
TypeDynamic AMOLED 2X (Infinity-O notch)
Size6.9 inches
ResolutionWQHD+ (3088 x 1440 pixels)
Pixel Density~496 PPI
Refresh RateAdaptive 120Hz (LTPO technology)
BrightnessHDR10+ certified, up to 1200 nits (peak)

Performance

FeatureDetails
Processor (SoC)Global: Exynos 990 (7nm+) / USA/China/Korea: Snapdragon 865+ (7nm+)
CPU ArchitectureExynos: Octa-core (2x Cortex-A77 @2.73GHz + 2x Cortex-A77 @2.5GHz + 4x Cortex-A55 @2.0GHz) / Snapdragon: Octa-core (1x Cortex-A77 @3.1GHz + 3x Cortex-A77 @2.42GHz + 4x Cortex-A55 @1.8GHz)
GPUExynos: Mali-G77 MP11 / Snapdragon: Adreno 650
RAM Options12GB LPDDR5 (global) / 8GB LPDDR5 (LTE variant)
Storage Options128GB / 256GB / 512GB UFS 3.1 (5G variant)
Expandable StorageUp to 1TB via microSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera System

Rear Cameras

Camera TypeResolution & ApertureFeatures & Technology
Wide (Primary)108MP, f/1.8Laser AF, OIS, LED flash
Telephoto12MP, f/3.05x optical zoom, OIS
Ultra-Wide12MP, f/2.2120° field of view

Front Camera

Camera TypeResolution & ApertureFeatures & Technology
Selfie Camera10MP, f/2.2Infinity-O notch design

Video Recording Capabilities

FeatureDetails
Rear Cameras8K @24fps, 4K @60fps, 1080p @240fps
Front Camera4K @30fps

Battery & Charging

FeatureDetails
Capacity4500mAh (non-removable Li-Po)
Wired Charging25W Fast Charging (charger included)
Wireless Charging15W (Qi-certified)
Reverse ChargingYes (PowerShare)
Battery LifeUp to 38 hours talk time (LTE)

Software & Features

FeatureDetails
Operating SystemAndroid 10 (upgradable to Android 13)
Special FeaturesOne UI 5.1, Ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor, S Pen (supports Bluetooth), Knox Security, UWB (Ultra WideBand), Microsoft Office integration

Connectivity & Sensors

FeatureDetails
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
BluetoothVersion 5.0
USBUSB-C 3.2
SensorsUltrasonic fingerprint, Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Ambient Light, Barometer

Additional Features

FeatureDetails
AudioStereo speakers (tuned by AKG), aptX codec
Build ExtrasDual-SIM support (Nano-SIM + eSIM)

Pricing Overview

VariantEstimated Price (USD)Price in IndiaPrice in Nepal
12GB RAM / 256GB Storage$1,000 – $1,100₹104,999NPR 149,999
12GB RAM / 512GB Storage$1,200 – $1,300₹124,999NPR 169,999

Best Use Cases

  • Power Users: Flagship performance with Exynos/Snapdragon chipsets and 12GB RAM.
  • Photography Enthusiasts: 108MP primary sensor with 5x optical zoom and 8K video recording.
  • Productivity: S Pen support for note-taking and Bluetooth integration.
  • Durability: IP68 rating and Gorilla Glass Victus protection.
  • Future-Proof Updates: Upgradable to Android 13 with One UI 5.1.

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