Galaxy S20 Ultra
First 100× Space Zoom — ambitious and divisive.
The Galaxy S20 Ultra is a flagship Samsung smartphone released Mar 2020, with a launch price of $1,399. It pairs the Snapdragon 865 / Exynos 990 with a 6.9" AMOLED 120 Hz display, a 108 MP · f/1.8 main camera and a 5,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 78/100 — The ambitious moonshot that started the zoom wars. Standout strengths: first 100× space zoom. and 120 hz qhd+ amoled. Main trade-off: focus issues at launch.
The ambitious moonshot that started the zoom wars.
Galaxy S20 Ultra introduced 100× Space Zoom, 108 MP and a 120 Hz QHD+ panel. Buggy focus at launch and aged software make it a collector piece now.
Read the full review- First 100× Space Zoom.
- 120 Hz QHD+ AMOLED.
- Massive 5,000 mAh battery.
- 108 MP main sensor debut.
Full specifications
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How the Galaxy S20 Ultra compares
| Galaxy S20 Ultra | iPhone 13 mini | Galaxy A55 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 78 | 78 | 78 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 865 / Exynos 990 | Apple A15 Bionic | Exynos 1480 |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED 120 Hz | 5.4" OLED 60 Hz | 6.6" Super AMOLED |
| Main camera | 108 MP · f/1.8 | 12 MP · f/1.6 | 50 MP · f/1.8 |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 2,406 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $1,399 | $699 | $449 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy S20 Ultra released?
The Galaxy S20 Ultra was released in Mar 2020.
How much does the Galaxy S20 Ultra cost?
The Galaxy S20 Ultra launched at $1,399 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy S20 Ultra screen size and type?
The Galaxy S20 Ultra has a 6.9" AMOLED 120 Hz display.
What chipset does the Galaxy S20 Ultra use?
The Galaxy S20 Ultra is powered by the Snapdragon 865 / Exynos 990 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy S20 Ultra have?
The Galaxy S20 Ultra ships with 12 GB · 128 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy S20 Ultra battery capacity?
The Galaxy S20 Ultra has a 5,000 mAh battery.
How fast does the Galaxy S20 Ultra charge?
The Galaxy S20 Ultra supports 45 W wired charging.
Does the Galaxy S20 Ultra have wireless charging?
The Galaxy S20 Ultra supports 15 W wireless charging.
What is the Galaxy S20 Ultra main camera?
The Galaxy S20 Ultra has a 108 MP · f/1.8 main camera.
Does the Galaxy S20 Ultra have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the Galaxy S20 Ultra includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 48 MP, f/3.5, 4× optical / 100× Space Zoom.
Does the Galaxy S20 Ultra have 5G?
The Galaxy S20 Ultra supports 5G (Sub-6 + mmWave).
Is the Galaxy S20 Ultra waterproof?
The Galaxy S20 Ultra is rated IP68 for dust and water resistance.
How much does the Galaxy S20 Ultra weigh?
The Galaxy S20 Ultra weighs 220 g.
What colours does the Galaxy S20 Ultra come in?
The Galaxy S20 Ultra is available in 2 colours: Cosmic Gray, Cosmic Black.
Is the Galaxy S20 Ultra worth buying?
Galaxy S20 Ultra introduced 100× Space Zoom, 108 MP and a 120 Hz QHD+ panel. Buggy focus at launch and aged software make it a collector piece now. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy S20 Ultra an editorial score of 78/100.
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