Camera
Intelligent features
- Scene Optimizer
- Shot suggestions
- Flaw Detection
Camera modes
- Single Take
- Photo
- Video
- Pro
- Panorama
- Food
- Night
- Live focus
- Live focus Video
- Pro Video
- Super Slow-mo
- Slow motion
- Hyperlapse
- *The format and amount of Single Take results may differ based on original capture. Results may also differ between rear and front camera captures.
- *Scene Optimizer supports 30 modes: Face, Baby, Person, Dog, Cat, Food, People, Beaches, Sky, Mountain, Sunset, Sunrise, City, Snow, Waterfall, Watersides, Scenery, Stage, Vehicles, Drinks, Flowers, Trees, Greenery, Animal, Shoes, Backlit, Indoor, Text, Clothes, Night view.
- *Accuracy of Scene Optimizer and Flaw Detection may differ depending on shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus, or moving subjects.
- *Blink and blur detection works best when there are three or fewer people in the frame, 5 feet or closer to the camera.
- *Lens smudge and backlighting detection notifies once every 24 hours if flaw is detected. Backlight detection works when HDR is turned off.
- *Super Slow-mo only supports HD resolution. Users can record approximately 1 second of video captured at 480 fps and digitally enhance the video to 960 fps with approximately 32 seconds of playback. Playback time can be edited in Super Slow-mo player.
Useful features
Camera settings bar
- VDIS (Video Digital Image Stabilization)
- Full view
- Timer
Camera settings menu
- HDR (High Dynamic Range)
- Grid lines
- Floating Shutter button
- Motion photos
- Location tags
- Quick launch
AR features
Video
Recording
Resolution
- 8K video recording at 24 fps (7680x4320)
- 4K UHD video recording at 60 fps (3840x2160)
- 1080p FHD video recording at 120 and 60 fps (1920x1080)
- 720p HD video recording at 30 fps (1280x720)
Shooting speed
- Super steady
- Super Slow-mo 720p video support at 960 fps
- Slow motion 1080p video support at 240 fps
- Hyperlapse 1080p video support
Other
- HDR10+ recording
- VDIS (Video Digital Image Stabilization)
- Digital zoom up to 12x on Galaxy Note20
- Digital zoom up to 20x on Galaxy Note20 Ultra
- High CRI LED Flash
- Tracking AF
- Take 33MP still photos while playing 8K video
- Playback zoom
- Video location tags
- Zoom-In Mic
- Microphone Control (Pro Video only)
- HEVC (High Efficiency Video coding)
- *120fps FHD video recording only available in Pro Video mode.
- *HDR10+ recording is currently in beta and only available on the rear camera. Quality may vary based on sharing platform and playback environment; HDR10+ color is only available on supported devices or platforms.
- *Super Slow-mo only supports HD resolution. Users can record approximately 1 second of video captured at 480 fps and digitally enhance the video to 960 fps with approximately 32 seconds of playback. Playback time can be edited in Super Slow-mo player.
- *Super steady is only available when shooting in Full HD.
Performance
Battery
Capacity
Galaxy Note20
Galaxy Note20 Ultra
- *Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated (minimum) capacity is 4170mAh for Galaxy Note20 and 4370mAh for Galaxy Note20 Ultra. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.
Charging
- Improved wireless charging speeds with Fast Wireless Charging 2.0
- USB PD 3.0 (PPS) certified Fast Charging for wired charging (AFC and QC2.0 compatible)
- *WPC certified Wireless charging
- *Fast Wireless Charging 2.0 currently available with Wireless Charger Stand, Wireless Charger Duo Pad, and other devices that support 10W or more wireless charging. Sold separately. Actual charging speed may vary depending on the actual usage, charging conditions, and other factors. Wireless charger requires power connection. Recommend using in-box charging cable and/or travel adapter for use of third party items may cause damage to the Wireless Charger Stand and Wireless Charger Duo Pad or a decrease in charging speed.
- *Wireless PowerShare is limited to Samsung or other brand smartphones with Qi wireless charging, such as Galaxy Z Fold2, Galaxy Note20, Galaxy Note20 Ultra, Galaxy S20, S20+, S20 Ultra, Z Flip, Note10, Note10+, S10e, S10, S10+, Fold, S9, S9+, S8, S8+, S8 Active, S7, S7 edge, S7 Active, S6, S6 edge, S6 Active, S6 edge+, Note9, Note8, Note FE, Note5, and wearables such as Galaxy Buds Live, Galaxy Watch3, Galaxy Watch Active2, Galaxy Watch Active, Gear Sport, Gear S3, Galaxy Watch, and Galaxy Buds. If battery power is lower than 30% Wireless PowerShare may not function. May not work with certain accessories, covers, other brand devices, or some Samsung wearables. May affect call reception or data services, depending on your network environment.
Network & Connectivity
5G
- 5G Non-Standalone (NSA), Standalone (SA), Sub6 / mmWave
LTE
- Enhanced 4x4 MIMO, Up to 7CA, LTE Cat.20
- Up to 2.0Gbps Download / Up to 200Mbps Upload
Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4G+5GHz, HE80, MIMO, 1024-QAM
- Up to 1.2Gbps Download / Up to 1.2Gbps Upload
Bluetooth
- Bluetooth® v 5.0, USB type-C, NFC, Location (GPS, Galileo, Glonass, BeiDou)
Ultra Wide Band
- *Actual speed may vary depending on country, carrier, and user environment.
- *Requires optimal 5G connection. Actual speed may vary depending on country, carrier, and user environment.
- *Galileo and BeiDou coverage may be limited. BeiDou may not be available for certain countries.
- *Ultra Wide Band supported on Galaxy Note20 Ultra.
AP
- 7nm 64-bit Octa-Core Processor * 3.0Ghz (Maximum Clock Speed) + 2.4Ghz + 1.8Ghz
- *May vary depending on country and carrier.
Memory
Galaxy Note20 5G
- 8GB RAM (LPDDR5) with 128GB internal storage
Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G
- 12GB RAM (LPDDR5) with 512GB internal storage
- 12GB RAM (LPDDR5) with 128GB internal storage
- *Actual storage available may vary depending on pre-installed software.
Expandable
Memory & SIM Card
Galaxy Note20 Single SIM
Galaxy Note20 Ultra Single SIM model
- One Nano SIM and one MicroSD slot (up to 1TB)
- *Hybrid SIM tray only available on Galaxy Note20 Ultra. SIM card sold separately.
- *MicroSD card sold separately. Availability may vary depending on country and manufacturer.
- *Use of eSIM on Galaxy device may be enabled by software update or disabled in some countries where it is purchased. Availability of eSIM mobile plan may vary depending on carrier.
OS
Audio
Stereo speakers and Earphones sound by AKG
- Surround sound with Dolby Atmos technology (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus included.)
Ultra high quality audio playback
- UHQ 32-bit & DSD64/128 support
- PCM: Up to 32 bits, DSD: DSD64/128
*DSD64 and DSD128 playback can be limited depending on the file format.
Audio playback format
- MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, APE, DSF, DFF
Bluetooth
- Dual Audio: connect two Bluetooth devices to the Galaxy Note20 or Note20 Ultra to play audio through the two devices simultaneously.
*The two connected devices may exhibit a slight difference in sound output.
- Scalable Codec: Enhanced Bluetooth connection under ambient radio frequency interference.
*Available only for certain accessories made by Samsung.
Recording
- Recording quality is improved with the High AOP Mic that minimizes distortion in noisy environments.
*AOP: Acoustic Overload Point
Video
Video playback format
- MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, WMV, ASF, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM
TV connection
- Wireless: Smart View (screen mirroring 1080p at 30 fps)
- Wired: supports DisplayPort over USB type-C. Supports video out when connecting via HDMI Adapter. (DisplayPort 4K UHD at 60 fps)
Water Resistance
*IP68 is based on test conditions for submersion in up to 5 feet of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use.
Sensors & Buttons
Sensors
- Ultrasonic Fingerprint sensor
- Accelerometer
- Barometer
- Gyro sensor
- Geomagnetic sensor
- Hall sensor
- Proximity sensor
- Ambient Light sensor
Buttons
Security
Security
- Knox platform: real-time monitoring and protection.
- Virus, malware prevention (powered by McAfee).
- Secure Folder: a secure space on the device to isolate and protect content such as apps, photos, movies, and private files.
- *Virus and malware prevention solution providers may vary depending on country.
Authentication
- Lock type: pattern, PIN, password
- Biometric lock type: Fingerprint, Face recognition
Intelligence
Intelligent Performance
- Intelligent Performance Enhancer
Bixby
Bixby
Bixby Vision
- Translate
- Discover
- Shopping
- Wine
- QR code
- Scene describer
- Object Identifier
- Text Reader
- Color detector
Bixby Routines
- *Available functions and features may vary depending on country.
- *Bixby service availability may vary depending on country. Bixby recognizes select languages and certain accents/dialects. Availability of Bixby features and content providers may vary depending on country or language. Data/Wi-Fi required to fully operate Bixby features.
- *Bixby Vision service availability may vary depending on country or device. User interface may change and differ by device. Availability of Bixby Vision features and content providers may vary depending on country. All information, content, or images herein are provided by third parties and such content may not be accurate nor reflect the most updated information.
- *Translation speed may vary depending on internet connection and word count. This function is limited to selected languages. For the full list of languages please visit http://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/apps/bixby/vision/.
- *Wine search feature is provided in English (US) and Mandarin Chinese, other languages to be supported.
- *Bixby Routines Driving routine only available in cars with Bluetooth capabilities.
- *Bixby Routines requires access to Samsung Account input and customized service prior to using the usage pattern analysis based service.
Customization
Edge Screen
Edge Panels
- Apps
- Smart select
- Tools
- Live messages
- People
- Tasks
- Weather
- Reminder
- Clipboard
Edge Lighting
- *Availability may vary depending on country or carrier.
Video Wallpaper
- Up to 15 seconds of video can be used.
AOD(Always On Display)
AOD Content
Choose from a variety of clock designs and information.
- Clock: digital clock, analogue clock, world clock, and edge clock (option to choose color)
- Calendar: Month view calendar, Today's event
- Image: select an image from Gallery and set it as image for the AOD screen
- Bitmoji
- Animated GIF
- Song information
FaceWidgets
- Experience different widgets on the AOD screen by double-tapping the clock area.
AOD Themes
- Download AOD-exclusive themes from Theme Store.
- Decorate your AOD screen with various themes.
*Available content and features may vary depending on country/carrier and may be subject to additional charge.
Galaxy Themes
- Themes are sets of wallpapers, icons, and other design details available for download to the Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra.
- *Compatible apps and features may vary by theme.
- *Available content and features may vary depending on country/carrier and may be subject to additional charge.
Accessibility
Accessibility Features
To continue making our technology accessible to everyone, Samsung has developed and applied a variety of technical solutions. With solutions for vision, hearing, dexterity, and interaction, people with disabilities may also use some of our new and exciting features.
- Voice Assistant
- High contrast theme, font, keyboard, and Internet
- Color inversion, adjustment, lens
- Magnifier window, widget
- Sound detectors
- Hearing aid support
- Left/right sound balance
- Mono audio
- Mute all sounds
- Live Transcribe/Caption on Android
- Amplify ambient sound
- Universal switch
- Assistant menu
- Interaction control
- Touch settings (Tap duration, Ignore repeated touches, Touch and hold delay)
- Mouse and Physical keyboard (Click after pointer stops, Sticky keys, Slow keys, Bounce keys)
- Direct access
- Flash notification
In the Box
Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra
- Device
- Data Cable
- Travel Adapter
- Ejection Pin
- *If using a screen protector, it is recommended to use a Samsung product for better fingerprint recognition.
