Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus
Our Verdict: The Galaxy S20 Plus 5G and the Galaxy S22 Plus are two years apart, which is enough for a real difference. The S20 Plus 5G has a clearly higher-resolution main camera, 64MP against the S22+ 5G's 50MP, and the S22+ 5G goes up to 256GB of storage, where the S20 Plus 5G tops out at 128GB. The S20 Plus 5G has the sharper display at 524 PPI to 390. If you're on the S20 Plus 5G, the S22+ 5G is a real step up, but only worth it if the changes above matter to you.
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Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G
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Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus
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| Expert Rating | 4.4 19 reviews |
4.1 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.6" |
| Display | Dynamic AMOLED capacitive touchscreen | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3200 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 524 | 390 |
| Rear Camera | 64 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 10 Megapixels | 10 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 990 | Exynos 2200 |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh | 4,500 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Android | Android 12 |
| 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/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162 x 74 x 7.8 mm | 157.4 x 75.8 x 7.6 mm |
| Weight | 188 grams | 195 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 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G or Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus's 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G has the sharper display at 524 pixels per inch versus 390, and the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G uses a Dynamic AMOLED capacitive touchscreen panel while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus has a AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G or Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G features a 64 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G and Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G and Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus use?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G is powered by the Exynos 990, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus uses the Exynos 2200.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G or Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus is more compact. It's 7g lighter at 188 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus is actually the more compact phone at 157.4 x 75.8 x 7.6 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G or Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus?
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 S22 Plus run?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus runs Android 12. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.