Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S27

Compare Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S27 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy, 108MP…

Samsung

Galaxy S27

$899

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3 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 S27, delivering a stronger technical package across measurable key specifications. In camera testing, the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G leads with sharper imaging, while battery life remains closely matched. Choose the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy S27 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryTie

Both phones deliver comparable battery performance with 4,500 mAh.

🎮 GamingGalaxy S27

Galaxy S27 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy and 16GB 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 $899.

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 S27: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Samsung Galaxy S27
Specification	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G	Galaxy S27
Screen size	6.9"	6.36"
Resolution	1440 x 3088Winner	1080 x 2400
Pixel density	494 ppiWinner	414 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	1500 nits	3200 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Samsung Galaxy S27
Specification	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G	Galaxy S27
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ 5G	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy
Process node	7 nm	2 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	750,000	3,200,000Winner
Geekbench multi	3580	10800Winner
Maximum RAM	12 GB	16 GBWinner
Maximum storage	512GB	512GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Samsung Galaxy S27
Specification	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G	Galaxy S27
Main sensor	108 MPWinner	50 MP
Rear cameras	3	3
Optical zoom	5xWinner	3x
Ultrawide	12 MP	50 MPWinner
Selfie camera	10 MP	16 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 S27
Specification	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G	Galaxy S27
Capacity	4,500 mAhWinner	4,300 mAh
Wired charging	25 W	45 WWinner
Wireless charging	15 W	25 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Samsung Galaxy S27
Specification	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G	Galaxy S27
Weight	208 g	169 gWinner
Thickness	8.1 mm	7.2 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP68	IP68
Build	Stainless steel frame, Gorilla Glass Victus front and back	Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Samsung Galaxy S27
Specification	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G	Galaxy S27
Operating system	Android 10	Android 17
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 S27
Specification	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G	Galaxy S27
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	$899