Samsung Galaxy S20 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G

Our Verdict: Comparing Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G and Samsung Galaxy S20 5G, the choice mostly comes down to display quality versus portability. The Ultra 5G gives you a larger 6.9-inch screen, its Dynamic AMOLED capacitive touchscreen panel, and a higher-resolution 108MP rear camera, while the 5G is more appealing for a sharper 566 PPI display, its AMOLED panel, and a lighter 164g body. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Choose the Ultra 5G for display quality; choose the 5G if portability matters more.

If you'd rather pay up front, the S20 5G is the cheaper buy at £185 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
4.2
12 reviews
3.9
22 reviews
Screen
6.2" 6.9"
Display
AMOLED Dynamic AMOLED capacitive touchscreen
Resolution
1440 x 3200 1440 x 3200
Pixels Per Inch
566 509
Rear Camera
64 Megapixels 108 Megapixels
Front Camera
10 Megapixels 40 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 990 Exynos 990
Battery
4,000 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
128GB 128GB, 512GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X 5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X
Dimensions
152 x 68 x 7.9 mm 167 x 76 x 8.8 mm
Weight
164 grams 221 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
- -
SIM-free
£184.99 £289.99
Samsung Galaxy S20 5G Samsung Galaxy S20 5G Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G
Expert Rating 4.2
12 reviews
3.9
22 reviews
Screen 6.2" 6.9"
Display AMOLED Dynamic AMOLED capacitive touchscreen
Resolution 1440 x 3200 1440 x 3200
Pixels Per Inch 566 509
Rear Camera 64 Megapixels 108 Megapixels
Front Camera 10 Megapixels 40 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 990 Exynos 990
Battery 4,000 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 128GB 128GB, 512GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X 5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X
Dimensions 152 x 68 x 7.9 mm 167 x 76 x 8.8 mm
Weight 164 grams 221 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 - -
SIM-free £184.99 £289.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S20 5G or Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S20 5G's 6.2", the Samsung Galaxy S20 5G has the sharper display at 566 pixels per inch versus 509, and the Samsung Galaxy S20 5G uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G has a Dynamic AMOLED capacitive touchscreen.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S20 5G or Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 5G features a 64 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G has a 108 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 5G or Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £184.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S20 5G and Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 5G is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G comes in 128GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S20 5G and Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G use?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 5G is powered by the Exynos 990, while the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G uses the Exynos 990.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy S20 5G or Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 5G is the more portable of the two: it's 57g 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 5G or Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G?

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 5G and Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G run?

Both phones run Android.