Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G
Our Verdict: The Galaxy S20 Plus 5G and Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G came out side by side in 2020, the S20 Ultra 5G as the top model and the S20 Plus 5G as the more basic one. The S20 Ultra 5G has a considerably higher-resolution main camera, 108MP against the S20 Plus 5G's 64MP, plus a 40MP selfie camera against 10MP, and the S20 Ultra 5G has the bigger battery of the two, 5000mAh against 4500mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use. The S20 Ultra 5G has the bigger screen at 6.9" against 6.7", while the S20 Plus 5G has the sharper one at 524 PPI, and the S20 Ultra 5G goes up to 512GB of storage, where the S20 Plus 5G tops out at 128GB. Get the S20 Ultra 5G if those extras are worth it to you; otherwise the S20 Plus 5G covers the basics for less.
Buying outright, the S20 Plus 5G starts at £180 SIM-free.
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Prices updated 15 July 2026
Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G
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Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G
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| Expert Rating | 4.4 19 reviews |
3.9 22 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.9" |
| Display | Dynamic AMOLED capacitive touchscreen | Dynamic AMOLED capacitive touchscreen |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3200 | 1440 x 3200 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 524 | 509 |
| Rear Camera | 64 Megapixels | 108 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 10 Megapixels | 40 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 990 | Exynos 990 |
| Battery | 4,500 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 | 162 x 74 x 7.8 mm | 167 x 76 x 8.8 mm |
| Weight | 188 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 | £179.99 | £274.99 |
| Prices updated 15 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 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 Plus 5G's 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G has the sharper display at 524 pixels per inch versus 509, and both use Dynamic AMOLED capacitive touchscreen panels.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G or Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 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 Plus 5G or Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £179.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G and Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G comes in 128GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G and Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G use?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 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 Plus 5G or Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G is the more portable of the two: it's 33g lighter at 188 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 162 x 74 x 7.8 mm, and is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 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 Plus 5G and Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G run?
Both phones run Android.