Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra

Our verdict: At 6.9", the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G offers the bigger screen of the two. Portability goes to the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G at 221g. Prefer to own outright? The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G starts from just £294.99. For storage variety, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra leads with 3 options to choose from.

Expert Rating
3.9
22 reviews
4.6
10 reviews
Screen
6.9" 6.8"
Display
Dynamic AMOLED capacitive touchscreen AMOLED
Resolution
1440 x 3200 1440 x 3080
Pixels Per Inch
509 500
Rear Camera
108 Megapixels 108 Megapixels
Front Camera
40 Megapixels 40 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 990 Exynos 2200
Storage
128GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
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/6e
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X 5.2, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
167 x 76 x 8.8 mm 163.3 x 77.9 x 8.9 mm
Weight
221 grams 228 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
£294.99 £314.99
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
Expert Rating 3.9
22 reviews
4.6
10 reviews
Screen 6.9" 6.8"
Display Dynamic AMOLED capacitive touchscreen AMOLED
Resolution 1440 x 3200 1440 x 3080
Pixels Per Inch 509 500
Rear Camera 108 Megapixels 108 Megapixels
Front Camera 40 Megapixels 40 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 990 Exynos 2200
Storage 128GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
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/6e
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X 5.2, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 167 x 76 x 8.8 mm 163.3 x 77.9 x 8.9 mm
Weight 221 grams 228 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 £294.99 £314.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra's 6.8", both screens are similarly sharp at around 509 pixels per inch, and the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G uses a Dynamic AMOLED capacitive touchscreen panel while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has a AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G features a 108 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 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 Ultra 5G or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £294.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G is available in 128GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra use?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G is powered by the Exynos 990, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra uses the Exynos 2200.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G is the more portable of the two — it's 7g lighter at 221 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 167 x 76 x 8.8 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G or Samsung Galaxy S22 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 Ultra 5G and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra run?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 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.