In 2020, Samsung brought three new high-powered smartphones to the world: the Samsung Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20 Plus and Galaxy S20 Ultra. Each one is packed with features and wrapped in refined packaging, but what sets these phones apart? Join us as we dig into the specs and explain how the regular S20 differs from the S20 Plus to help you decide which one is right for you.
Glasses
| Galaxy S20 | Galaxy S20 Plus | |
| Size | 151.7 x 69.1 x 7.9 mm (5.97 x 2.72 x 0.31 inches) | 161.9 x 73.7 x 7.8 mm (6.37 x 2.9 x 0.3 inches) |
| Weight | 163 grams (5.74 ounces) | 186 grams (6.56 ounces) |
| Screen size | 6.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED | 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED |
| Screen resolution | 3200 x 1440 pixels (563 pixels per inch) | 3200 x 1440 pixels (525 ppi) |
| Operation system | Android 11 | Android 11 |
| Storage | 128 GB | 128, 512 GB |
| microSD card slot | That | That |
| Tap to pay services | Samsung Pay, Google Pay | Samsung Pay, Google Pay |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 |
| working memory | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Camera | 12-megapixel, 64MP telephoto and 12MP ultra-wide rear, 10MP front | 12 megapixels, 64 MP telephoto, 12 MP ultra-wide and ToF rear sensor, 10 MP front |
| Video | 8K at 30 fps, 4K at 60 fps, 1080p at 240 fps, 720p at 960 fps | 8K at 30 fps, 4K at 60 fps, 1080p at 240 fps, 720p at 960 fps |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes, on the screen | Yes, on the screen |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Battery | 4,000 mAh
Fast charging (25W) Qi wireless charging |
4,500 mAh
Fast charging (25W) Qi wireless charging |
| Application market | Google Play Store | Google Play Store |
| Network support | All major carriers | All major carriers |
| Colors | Cosmic Grey, Cloud Blue, Cloud Pink | Cosmic Grey, Cloud Blue, Cosmic Black |
| Prices | 1000 dollars | 1200 dollars |
| Buy from | Samsung, AT&T | Samsung, AT&T |
| Review rating | 3.5 stars out of 5 | 4 stars out of 5 |
Design, screen and durability
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The Samsung Galaxy S20 is obviously smaller and lighter than the Galaxy S20 Plus, but otherwise, the two share the same design with a glass back and a rounded rectangular camera module in the upper left corner. Screen size is probably the most significant difference between the two, with the S20 having a 6.2-inch display and the S20 Plus a half-inch diagonal. They have the same 3200 x 1440 pixel resolution, which means the S20 will be sharper, strictly speaking, but you might like the extra screen the S20 Plus offers better. Both have a higher refresh rate than previous Samsung phones at 120Hz, which should make scrolling smooth and ensure gamers don’t have to contend with screen tearing or lag. Also both have a punch-hole front camera in the top center of the screen. In terms of durability, these phones are IP68 rated, like all previous Samsung flagships, meaning they can survive immersion in fresh water up to 1.5 meters deep for up to 30 minutes without damage. This category really boils down to the size you prefer, so we call it a tie.
Winner: Undecided
Performance, battery life and charging
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Both the S20 and S20 Plus will have a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor paired with 12GB of RAM. They will pack the Samsung Exynos 990 chipset in some markets (outside the US). That’s more than enough raw power to handle the latest games and apps. There’s 128GB of storage as standard, and both phones have MicroSD card slots, but only the S20 Plus is offered in a 512GB version. The S20 Plus also has an extra 500mAh in the battery compartment. Even with the larger screen, our review found that its day-to-day longevity is impressive and will last longer than the S20 before needing a recharge. There’s fast wired charging support for both phones with a 25W charger in the box, and there’s also support for fast wireless charging. These phones can also charge other devices wirelessly thanks to Samsung’s Wireless PowerShare feature. We’re giving the S20 Plus a narrow win here, given that its battery offers just a little more power than its smaller sibling.
Winner: Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus
Cameras
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On paper, it appears that the new Galaxy S20 and S20 Plus will have very similar cameras. The headliner appears to be a new 64-megapixel telephoto lens with f/2.0 aperture, which joins a regular 12-megapixel lens with f/1.8 aperture and a 12-megapixel ultra-wide lens with f/2.2 aperture. The telephoto lens allows for a much more powerful zoom than previous Samsung phones, offering up to 3x optical zoom and 30x digital zoom. Because the new lenses have larger sensors, they can capture more light for better photos in low-light situations. These new cameras can record 8K video. Both models also have the same 10-megapixel front-facing camera.
The only noticeable difference is that only the S20 Plus has a time-of-flight sensor in addition to the triple-lens main camera. In theory, this should help with depth detection (and also have various augmented reality applications. However, we’ve found that it doesn’t really make a tangible difference to portrait photos, so we’re posting a tie).
Winner: Undecided
Software and updates
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Both the S20 and S20 Plus run Android 11 with Samsung’s new One UI 3.0 on top, which brings an improved Single Take mode as well as a handy Object Eraser (which lets you get rid of unwanted objects in photos). Updates for these phones will likely be on the same schedule so there’s no separating them here.
Winner: Undecided
Special features
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We’ve already mentioned the size difference and extra battery capacity of the S20 Plus, but there’s one more thing that sets these phones apart. Although both the S20 and S20 Plus are described as 5G phones, the S20 only has support for sub-6, while the S20 Plus supports both sub-6 and mmWave technology. Simply put, sub-6 refers to spectrum below 6GHz and offers greater range but lower speeds than the higher frequency mmWave. Different carriers use different technologies to build their 5G networks, so this could be an important difference. If 5G is something you’re considering, check with your carrier about coverage and applicable technologies before you decide on the S20 or S20 Plus.
Winner: Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus
Price and availability
The Galaxy S20 started at $1,000 and the S20 Plus at $1,200, although they are now sold out on Samsung’s official website. Luckily, you’re likely to find them online for significantly less than their official RRPs, so act now while supplies last.
Both phones are supported by all major carriers.
Overall winner: Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus
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As the name implies, the Plus has just a bit more to offer than the S20, but there really isn’t much to separate the two. The S20 Plus has an extra screen size, a bigger battery, an extra sensor in the camera, and mmWave support, which will be enough to justify the extra $200 for many. The experience will probably be pretty similar no matter what you choose, so unless one of these extras is important to you, it’s probably better to go with the size that works best for you.
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