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Updated February 13, 2024·
If you're looking for a device with a larger screen and battery capacity, then the OnePlus 12R could be a better fit as it has a bigger display and a significantly larger battery than the Samsung Galaxy Note20. The OnePlus 12R also offers a higher refresh rate for smoother scrolling and animations. On the other hand, the Galaxy Note20 comes with an integrated stylus, which can be a major advantage if you frequently take notes, sketch, or prefer precision input. Additionally, the Note20 has better video recording capabilities at 8K compared to the 12R's 4K. Both phones run on Android and share similar storage options, but the OnePlus 12R provides more modern features at a somewhat lower price. However, the Galaxy Note20, while costing more, includes unique features like Wireless DeX for desktop-like experience and a higher telephoto camera zoom for better distant shots. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the OnePlus 12R
- Good for taking photos
- Fair for recording videos
- Best in class display quality
- Excellent performance
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Note20
- The Samsung Galaxy Note20 has no clear advantages over the OnePlus 12R.
Key differences
Overall Camera Quality
7.5
6.6
The OnePlus 12R has good overall camera quality, while the Samsung Galaxy Note20 has only fair overall camera quality.
The OnePlus 12R struggles with camera quality mainly because of its average selfie performance, despite having generally good camera software. In contrast, while the Samsung Galaxy Note20 offers fair camera software and better selfie capability, it is held back by underwhelming dynamic range and low light performance.
Photo Quality
7.4
6.4
The OnePlus 12R takes good photos, while the Samsung Galaxy Note20 takes only fair photos.
The OnePlus 12R captures better selfies than the Samsung Galaxy Note20, which might be due to differences in photo software experience as both phones have good selfie camera ratings, but the OnePlus 12R has a stronger overall performance in the photos software category.
Video Quality
6.6
5.9
The OnePlus 12R takes only fair videos, while the Samsung Galaxy Note20 takes poor videos.
The OnePlus 12R takes poor videos largely due to its lower video resolution/framerate, stabilization, dynamic range, low light performance, and microphone quality. In contrast, the Samsung Galaxy Note20, with fair video capabilities, performs better on these aspects, providing a more balanced video recording experience.
Cost
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$286
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The OnePlus 12R has a price of $500 and the Samsung Galaxy Note20 costs $286.
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Battery
8.2 Hours
8.2 Hours
The OnePlus 12R has 8.2 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Note20 has 8.2 hours of battery life.
Screen Size
The OnePlus 12R has a screen size of 6.78 inches and the Samsung Galaxy Note20 is 6.7 inches.
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How the OnePlus 12R and the Samsung Galaxy Note20 compare to other phones
Spec Comparison
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| OnePlus 12R | Samsung Galaxy Note20 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$500 | $286 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | OnePlus | Samsung | |
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android | Android | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 13, 2024 | August 21, 2020 | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 6.78" | 6.7" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2780 x 1264 | 2400 x 1080 | |
Variable refresh rate | |||
Variable refresh rate | Yes | No | |
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 450 | 393 | |
Display Type | |||
Display Type | OLED | OLED | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | SD8G2 | SD865+ | |
Internal Storage | |||
Internal Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
CAMERA | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Overall Camera Quality Score | |||
Overall Camera Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Photos Score | |||
Photos Score | 7.5/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Videos Score | |||
Videos Score | 6.6/10 | 6/10 | |
Rear Cameras | |||
Rear Cameras | Main, Ultrawide, Macro | Main, Ultrawide, Telephoto | |
Main Camera | |||
Main Camera | 50 megapixels + OIS | 12 megapixels + OIS | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8.2 Hours | 8.2 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 5500 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
Wireless Charging | |||
Wireless Charging | No | Yes | |
Wireless charging Speed | |||
Wireless charging Speed | 0 W | 15 W | |
Reverse wireless charging | |||
Reverse wireless charging | No | Yes (4.5 watts) | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Size | |||
Size | 6.43" x 2.96" | 6.36" x 2.96" | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 7.76 oz | 6.77 oz | |
Back Material | |||
Back Material | Glass | Plastic | |
Stereo Speakers | |||
Stereo Speakers | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dual SIM | |||
Dual SIM | Yes | Yes | |
Bluetooth Version | |||
Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.0 | |
A2DP | |||
A2DP | Yes | Yes | |
WiFi Version | |||
WiFi Version | 7 | 6 | |
NFC | |||
NFC | Yes | Yes | |
US 5G Bands | |||
US 5G Bands | (SA/NSA/Sub6) 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 | (SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave)2, 5, 41, 66, 71, 260, 261 (SA/NSA/Sub6)1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 40, 77, 78 | |
OTHER FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Biometric unlock | |||
Biometric unlock | Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under Display | Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under Display | |
Unlockable Bootloader | |||
Unlockable Bootloader | Yes | No | |
Color | |||
Color | Iron Grey, Cool Blue | Mystic Gray, Mystic Bronze, Mystic Red, Mystic Green | |
Stock Android | |||
Stock Android | No | No | |
SD Card | |||
SD Card | No | No | |
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Mike Lowe | October 2020
"We think pretty much anyone picking up the Note 20 to take photos will be very happy with the sharpness and appearance of the shots. If you're looking for a phone with an integrated stylus then there's little better than the note-taking potential of this phone. Sure, its 'glasstic' rear and lack of higher refrsh-rate screen are little red marks against its specification, but you can buy the step-up Ultra model if you see that as a problem - although we prefer the smaller price and smaller camera lump of this 'entry' Note model."
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About OnePlus
OnePlus, established in 2013, is a smartphone brand that first became known for providing flagship-like devices, at a fraction of the cost compared to more expensive Android competitors. OnePlus focuses on creating smartphones with powerful hardware at reasonable prices. They also bring hardware features normally not seen in other Android phones sold in the US, such as their ultra-fast “Warp Charge” and the beloved “Alert Slider”.
About Samsung
Samsung is one of the most recognizable names in the smartphone industry, standing as the undisputed best-selling brand of Android smartphones in the United States for many years now. Samsung is known for offering a variety of smartphones in all available price points, as well as for implementing cutting-edge technology and innovative features in their flagship devices, ones that often shape the market going forward. The company offers its own unique spin on Android, called One UI, which focuses on offering a multitude of features and is heavily customizable, according to user preference.
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