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Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Impressions: Ultra Premium!

Marques Brownlee@mkbhd3.6M viewsAug 5, 202010:26
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Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Impressions coverage kicks off with a hands-on look at the two flagship models announced in the same event, focusing first on the Ultra. The video opens by establishing the broad design language shared with earlier Notes, then dives into the Ultra’s standout specs: Snapdragon 865 Plus, up to 12 GB of RAM, 256 GB of storage with microSD expansion, a 4500 mAh battery, and a 6.9 inch 1440p 120 Hz AMOLED display. Marques highlights the punch-hole selfie camera and the curved edges, calling the display one of the best seen on a smartphone and noting that the high refresh rate is limited by the default 1080p setting unless you tailor the resolution. He also points out a crucial caveat: despite the premium price, you cannot unlock 120 Hz at 1440p due to Samsung’s settings, so users may have to choose between higher resolution or higher frame rate. Overall, the Ultra is framed as a premium package with glass and metal construction, a pronounced camera bump, and a refined tactile feel that reinforces its high-end positioning. The segment closes with the impression that this device sets a high bar for display quality, camera versatility, and S Pen latency, even as it comes with trade-offs in price and some practical limitations.

Topics · smartphones · tech_reviews · android · galaxyNote · display · camera · hardware_design

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What are the key hardware specs of the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra?
The Galaxy Note 20 Ultra uses a Snapdragon 865 Plus processor, up to 12 GB of RAM, up to 256 GB of storage with microSD expansion, a 4500 mAh battery, and a 6.9 inch 1440p 120 Hz AMOLED display.
What is notable about the Note 20 Ultra's camera system?
It features a large camera bump with a triple camera setup, including a periscope telephoto lens offering 5x optical zoom and up to 50x space zoom, plus 8K video recording capability.
How does the Note 20 compare to the Ultra according to the video?
The Note 20 is cheaper with a plastic back, a 6.7 inch 1080p 60 Hz display, less RAM and storage options, no microSD expansion, a smaller 4300 mAh battery, and a 3x telephoto camera, making it less premium but more accessible.