Samsung Galaxy S20 FE vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Our Verdict: The Galaxy S20 FE and the Galaxy S24 Ultra are four years apart, which is enough for a real difference. The S24 Ultra has the better camera on paper, 200MP versus 12MP, and the S24 Ultra supports 5G while the S20 Fan Edition tops out at 4G. The S24 Ultra packs the bigger battery, 5000mAh against 4500mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the S24 Ultra has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.8" against 6.5" and sharper at 501 PPI. The S24 Ultra is the better phone; upgrade from the S20 Fan Edition if you want the newer hardware, or hold on if yours still does the job.
Buying outright, the S20 Fan Edition starts at £160 SIM-free.
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Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
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| Expert Rating | 4.3 10 reviews |
4.6 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.5" | 6.8" |
| Display | Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1440 x 3088 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 405 | 501 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 32 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 990 | Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Android 10 | 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/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm | 162.3 x 79 x 8.6 mm |
| Weight | 190 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 | - |
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| SIM-free | £159.99 | £459.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has the sharper display at 501 pixels per inch versus 405, and the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE uses a Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE features a 12 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 FE or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £159.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra use?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 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 FE or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is the more portable of the two: it's 42g lighter at 190 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 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 FE and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra run?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE runs Android 10 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.