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Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G phone review — specs and Genze score

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G Specifications

Also available with 4G/LTE only Versions: SM-G988B (International); SM-G988U (USA), SM-G988W (Canada); SM-G9880 (China, Hong Kong); SM-G988N (Korea)

Samsung

Released 2020, Mar 6

12 / 16 GB RAM · Exynos 990 (7 nm+) - Global Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G (7 nm+) - USA

  • 222g, 8.8mm thickness
  • Android 10, up to Android 13, One UI 5.1
  • 128GB/256GB/512GB storage, microSDXC

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Genze vs community

Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).

Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 8.8
Display 8.8
Performance 8.8
Camera 8.2
Body 7.1
Gaming 8.8
Software 4.4
Connectivity 9.4
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 8.2/10

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Quick specifications

6.9"

1440x3200 pixels

108MP

4320p

12/16GB RAM

Exynos 990

5000mAh

45W15W

Score breakdown

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8.2 /10
Performance 8.8/10
Battery 8.8/10
Display 8.8/10
Camera 8.2/10
Body 7.1/10
Gaming 8.8/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 9.4/10
Sensors 7.2/10
7 nm 2.84 GHz BT 5.0 Wi‑Fi 6.0 2020

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
??? CDMA 800 / 1900 & TD-SCDMA
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
??? CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - SM-G988B
??? 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 - SM-G988U
5G bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 40, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - SM-G988B
??? 2, 5, 41, 66, 71, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - SM-G988U
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (7CA) Cat20 2000/200 Mbps, 5G (5+ Gbps DL)
Announced 2020, February 11
Status Available. Released 2020, March 06
Dimensions 166.9 x 76 x 8.8 mm (6.57 x 2.99 x 0.35 in)
Weight 222 g (7.83 oz)
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 6), aluminum frame
SIM ?? Nano-SIM + eSIM
?? Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
??? IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Type Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1400 nits (peak)
Size 6.9 inches, 114.0 cm2 (~89.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1440 x 3200 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~511 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 6
??? 120Hz@FHD/60Hz@QHD refresh rate
OS Android 10, upgradable to Android 13, One UI 5.1
Chipset Exynos 990 (7 nm+) - Global
Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G (7 nm+) - USA
CPU Octa-core (2x2.73 GHz Mongoose M5 & 2x2.50 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) - Global
Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-A77 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) - USA
GPU Mali-G77 MP11 - Global
Adreno 650 - USA
Card slot microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal 128GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM
??? UFS 3.0
Triple 108 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.33", 0.8??m, PDAF, OIS

48 MP, f/3.5, 103mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.0", 0.8??m, PDAF, OIS, 4x optical zoom, 10x hybrid zoom

12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120?? (ultrawide), 1/2.55" 1.4??m, Super Steady video

0.3 MP, TOF 3D, f/1.0, (depth)
Features LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama
Video 8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS & OIS
Single 40 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.7??m, PDAF
Features HDR
Video 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack No
??? High-bitrate audio support

Tuned by AKG
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
NFC Yes
Radio FM radio (Snapdragon model only; market/operator dependent)
USB USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
Sensors Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
??? Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support)

ANT+
Type Li-Ion 5000 mAh
Charging 45W wired, PD3.0

15W wireless (Qi)

4.5W reverse wireless
Colors Cosmic Grey, Cosmic Black, Cloud White
Models SM-G988, SM-G988U, SM-G988U1, SM-G9880, SM-G988B/DS, SM-G988N, SM-G988B, SM-G988W, SCG03
SAR 0.94 W/kg (head) 0.95 W/kg (body)
SAR EU 0.32 W/kg (head) 1.56 W/kg (body)
Price $???220.78 / ??????212.00 / ?????230.00
Performance AnTuTu: 415976 (v7), 514485 (v8)

GeekBench: 12191 (v4.4), 2697 (v5.1)

GFXBench: 21fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Display 894 nits max brightness (measured)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker -23.2 LUFS (Very good)
Battery (old) Endurance rating 87h

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Frequently asked questions

Is Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G worth buying in 2026?

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 8.2/10 for its class; reference price around $221 USD. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G good for gaming?

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G scores 88/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G?

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G has a 5,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G have?

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G features a 6.90-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

Is Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G water resistant?

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G is rated IP68. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.

How much RAM does Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G have?

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G is available with 12 / 16 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G?

Genze rates Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G 8.2/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

What is the estimated price of Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G?

Our estimated reference price is $221 USD. Retail prices vary by region, storage, and promotions.

Where do these specifications come from?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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