Samsung Galaxy S20 4G vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Our Verdict: The Galaxy S20 4G and the Galaxy S24 Ultra are four years apart, which is enough for a real difference. The S24 Ultra leads on camera hardware with a 200MP main sensor to the S20 4G's 64MP, and only the S24 Ultra is a 5G phone; the S20 4G maxes out at 4G. The S24 Ultra has the bigger battery of the two, 5000mAh against 4000mAh, which usually means longer between charges, and the S24 Ultra has the bigger screen at 6.8" against 6.2", while the S20 4G has the sharper one at 566 PPI. Coming from the S20 4G, the S24 Ultra is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.
Buying outright, the S20 4G starts at £180 SIM-free.
Samsung Galaxy S20 4G
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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
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| Screen | 6.2" | 6.8" |
| Display | AMOLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3200 | 1440 x 3088 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 566 | 501 |
| Rear Camera | 64 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 10 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 990 | Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Android | Android 14 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 4G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 152 x 68 x 7.9 mm | 162.3 x 79 x 8.6 mm |
| Weight | 164 grams | 232 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - |
£29.00/mo
£129.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £179.99 | £459.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S20 4G or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S20 4G's 6.2", the Samsung Galaxy S20 4G has the sharper display at 566 pixels per inch versus 501, and the Samsung Galaxy S20 4G uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S20 4G or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 4G features a 64 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has a 200 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Samsung Galaxy S20 4G or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 4G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £179.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S20 4G and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 4G is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S20 4G and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra use?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 4G is powered by the Exynos 990, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra uses the Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy S20 4G or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 4G is the more portable of the two: it's 68g lighter at 164 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 152 x 68 x 7.9 mm, and is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S20 4G or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy S20 4G and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra run?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 4G runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.