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Galaxy Note 20 Ultra vs OnePlus Nord CE5 5G

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Samsung · 2020

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra

86/ 100

Launch MSRP$1,299 USD

OnePlus

OnePlus Nord CE5 5G

85/ 100

Launch MSRPPricing on request

WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Galaxy Note 20 Ultra BETTER THAN OnePlus Nord CE5 5G?

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Galaxy Note 20 UltraWinner 🏆

OnePlus Nord CE5 5G

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

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SPEC FACTOR	Galaxy Note	OnePlus Nord	LEADER
Refresh Rate	120Hz	120Hz	120Hz
Battery Capacity	4,500 mAh	5,200 mAh	+5,200 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	25W	Standard	25W
Main Camera Sensor	108 MP	50 MP	108 MP
Screen Display Size	6.9"	6.77"	6.9"
Chassis Weight	208g	N/A	208g Lightest

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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Galaxy Note 20 Ultra:

✓791g lighter chassis (208g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
✓$8700 lower launch MSRP ($1299 vs $9999)
✓108MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

Reasons to buy OnePlus Nord CE5 5G:

✓Larger 5,200 mAh battery capacity (+700 mAh more capacity)
✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
✓6.77" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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Specification	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra	OnePlus Nord CE5 5G
1. Display & Screen🏆 OnePlus Nord CE5 5G Wins Display
Screen Type & Tech	Dynamic AMOLED 2X	AMOLED
Screen Size	6.9"	6.77"
Resolution & Density	3088x1440 (496 ppi)	FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate	120 Hz ProMotion	120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness	1,500 nits peak	N/A
Screen Protection	Scratch-resistant glass	Scratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Wins Performance
Chipset / Processor	High performance SoC	Dimensity 8350 Apex
CPU Cores	Multi-core high performance	Multi-core high performance
GPU Graphics	Integrated Graphics	Integrated Graphics
Operating System	Android 10	Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory	12 GB LPDDR	12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage	128GB / 256GB / 512GB	256 GB
Storage Speed	High-speed flash	High-speed flash
Card Slot	No	No
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Wins Camera
Primary Camera	108 MP, f/1.8, OIS, Samsung HM1	50 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom	12 MP (5x optical zoom), f/3, OIS	None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera	12 MP, f/2.2	N/A
LiDAR / Depth	None	None
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video	4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR	4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video	4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS	4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens	10 MP, f/2.2	12 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Lightest Chassis
Dimensions	164.8 x 77.2 x 8.1 mm	N/A
Weight	208 g	N/A
Build Materials	Glass front, metal/glass frame	Glass front, metal/glass frame
SIM Type	Nano-SIM / eSIM support	Nano-SIM / eSIM support
Water Resistance	IP68	Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 OnePlus Nord CE5 5G Wins Battery
Battery Capacity	4,500 mAh	5,200 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	25W wired fast charging	Fast charging
Wireless Charging	15W wireless charging	Not supported
Reverse Charging	Reverse wireless charging	Reverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
Loudspeaker	Stereo speakers	Stereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No	No
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi Standard	Wi-Fi 6	Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth	5.0	Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & Speed	USB-C 3.2	USB Type-C
NFC	Yes (contactless payment)	Yes
11. Sensors & Security
Sensors	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite Features	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
Colors	Standard finishes	Standard finishes
Launch Price	$1299	Price on request

Editorial Lab Verdict

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.5/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Galaxy Note 20 Ultra ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 97/100 camera rating.

When to buy Galaxy Note 20 Ultra:

Higher overall BeastScore: 85.5 vs top rival 84.8 · Significantly faster wired charging: 25W vs max 0W

When to buy OnePlus Nord CE5 5G:

Larger battery capacity: 5,200 mAh (+700 mAh more)

Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy Note 20 Ultra vs OnePlus Nord CE5 5G

Which phone is better: Galaxy Note 20 Ultra or OnePlus Nord CE5 5G?

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra leads with an overall BeastScore of 85.5/100 compared to OnePlus Nord CE5 5G (84.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 85.5 vs top rival 84.8 and Significantly faster wired charging: 25W vs max 0W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy Note 20 Ultra and OnePlus Nord CE5 5G?

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is equipped with a 6.9-inch display and 4500 mAh battery, while OnePlus Nord CE5 5G features a 6.77-inch display and 5200 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Galaxy Note 20 Ultra and OnePlus Nord CE5 5G?

In lab hardware evaluations, Galaxy Note 20 Ultra scores 97/100 in camera performance, while OnePlus Nord CE5 5G scores 80/100.

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WHY IS Galaxy Note 20 Ultra BETTER THAN OnePlus Nord CE5 5G?

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.5/100

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy Note 20 Ultra vs OnePlus Nord CE5 5G

Which phone is better: Galaxy Note 20 Ultra or OnePlus Nord CE5 5G?

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy Note 20 Ultra and OnePlus Nord CE5 5G?

How do the camera capabilities compare between Galaxy Note 20 Ultra and OnePlus Nord CE5 5G?

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