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Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S26

Compare Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S26 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Samsung Exynos…

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G official product image

Samsung

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G

$599

6categories won

Samsung Galaxy S26 official product image

Samsung

Galaxy S26

$790

9categories won

7 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G claims the overall win over the Samsung Galaxy S26, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G takes the lead, while the Galaxy S26 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy S26 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G wins on endurance with 4,500 mAh and 25W fast charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy S26

Galaxy S26 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Samsung Exynos 2600 and 12GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G wins photography with 108MP main imaging and 5x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $599 vs $790.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G vs Galaxy S26: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Samsung Galaxy S26
SpecificationGalaxy Note 20 Ultra 5GGalaxy S26
Screen size
6.9"
6.3"
Resolution
1440 x 3088Winner
1080 x 2340
Pixel density
494 ppiWinner
409 ppi
Refresh rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
Peak brightness
1500 nits
2600 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Samsung Galaxy S26
SpecificationGalaxy Note 20 Ultra 5GGalaxy S26
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ 5G
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Samsung Exynos 2600
Process node
7 nm
2 nmWinner
AnTuTu score
750,000
3,064,672Winner
Geekbench multi
3580
10824Winner
Maximum RAM
12 GB
12 GB
Maximum storage
512GB
512GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Samsung Galaxy S26
SpecificationGalaxy Note 20 Ultra 5GGalaxy S26
Main sensor
108 MPWinner
50 MP
Rear cameras
3
3
Optical zoom
5xWinner
3x
Ultrawide
12 MP
12 MP
Selfie camera
10 MP
12 MPWinner
Max video
8K at 24fps / 4K at 60fps
8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Samsung Galaxy S26
SpecificationGalaxy Note 20 Ultra 5GGalaxy S26
Capacity
4,500 mAhWinner
4,300 mAh
Wired charging
25 W
25 W
Wireless charging
15 W
15 W

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Samsung Galaxy S26
SpecificationGalaxy Note 20 Ultra 5GGalaxy S26
Weight
208 g
167 gWinner
Thickness
8.1 mm
7.2 mmWinner
Water resistance
IP68
IP68
Build
Stainless steel frame, Gorilla Glass Victus front and back
Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Samsung Galaxy S26
SpecificationGalaxy Note 20 Ultra 5GGalaxy S26
Operating system
Android 10
Android 16
OS updates
3 years
7 yearsWinner
Security updates
4 years
7 yearsWinner

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Samsung Galaxy S26
SpecificationGalaxy Note 20 Ultra 5GGalaxy S26
5G
Yes
Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)
Storage expansion
microSD
None
3.5mm jack
No
No
Launch price
$599Winner
$790

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G

The Galaxy Note 20 Ultra stands as the grand finale of the standalone Galaxy Note series, sporting a mesmerizing Mystic Bronze frosted glass finish, an ultra-fast 9ms latency S-Pen, and a majestic 6.9-inch curved Dynamic AMOLED 2X display.

Display
6.9"
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ 5G
Main camera
108MP
Battery
4,500mAh
Full Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G specifications →

Samsung Galaxy S26

The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a premium compact smartphone suited for buyers who want top-tier performance without the bulk. Priced at $789.99, it pairs a powerful 2nm processor and exceptional seven-year update support with a bright 6.3-inch LTPO display, though its 25W charging speeds lag behind the competition.

Display
6.3"
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Samsung Exynos 2600
Main camera
50MP
Battery
4,300mAh
Full Galaxy S26 specifications →

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