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Updated January 10, 2024·

The OnePlus 9 Pro typically has a longer battery lifespan than the Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra, while both have high-quality cameras, the Samsung's overall camera quality is slightly better. Both devices offer a similar screen size with the OnePlus having a slightly higher resolution display, contributing to crisper images. Neither phone has a headphone jack, but they do support wireless charging and 5G connectivity. If you prefer a stylus or plan to use dual SIM cards, only the Samsung has these features. Choose the OnePlus for a bit better battery life, or the Samsung for a marginally superior camera and additional features like the stylus and Dual SIM support, providing you're comfortable with the associated costs. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the OnePlus 9 Pro
  • Best in class display quality
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra
  • The Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra has no clear advantages over the OnePlus 9 Pro.

Key differences

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Cost

$499
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Galaxy Note20 Ultra
$450
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The OnePlus 9 Pro has a price of $499 and the Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra costs $450.
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Key similarities

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Overall Camera Quality

7.2
9 Pro
Galaxy Note20 Ultra
7.3
The Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra and OnePlus 9 Pro both have good overall cameras quality.

Photo Quality

7.0
9 Pro
Galaxy Note20 Ultra
7.3
The Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra and OnePlus 9 Pro both have good photos.

Video Quality

6.0
9 Pro
Galaxy Note20 Ultra
5.9
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers OnePlus 9 Pro to have only fair videos, while the Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra takes poor videos.

Battery

6.9 Hours
9 Pro
Galaxy Note20 Ultra
6.4 Hours
The OnePlus 9 Pro has 6.9 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra has 6.4 hours of battery life.

Screen Size

The OnePlus 9 Pro has a screen size of 6.7 inches and the Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra is 6.9 inches.

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How the OnePlus 9 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra compare to other phones

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Spec Comparison

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OnePlus 9 ProSamsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra
OnePlus 9 ProSamsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra

GENERAL

Price
$499
$450
Brand
OnePlusSamsung
Operating System
AndroidAndroid
Release Date
March 30, 2021August 21, 2020

SCREEN

Screen Size
6.7"6.9"
Resolution
3216 x 14403088 x 1440
Variable refresh rate
YesYes
Pixels Per Inch
525496
Display Type
OLEDOLED

INTERNAL

Processor
SD888SD865+
Internal Storage
128 GB128 GB
RAM
12 GB8 GB

CAMERA

Overall Camera Quality Score
7.2/107.4/10
Photos Score
7.1/107.3/10
Videos Score
6.1/106/10
Rear Cameras
Main, Ultrawide, TelephotoMain, Ultrawide, Super Telephoto
Main Camera
48 megapixels + OIS108 megapixels + OIS

BATTERY

Battery Life
6.9 Hours6.4 Hours
Battery Capacity
4500 mAh4500 mAh
Wireless Charging
YesYes
Wireless charging Speed
50 W15 W
Reverse wireless charging
Yes (4.5 watts)Yes (4.5 watts)

PHYSICAL

Size
6.43" x 2.9"6.49" x 3.04"
Weight
6.95 oz7.34 oz
Back Material
GlassGlass
Stereo Speakers
NoNo

CONNECTIVITY

Dual SIM
NoYes
Bluetooth Version
5.25.0
A2DP
YesYes
WiFi Version
66
NFC
YesYes
US 5G Bands
(SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave)1, 2, 3, 7, 25, 28, 41, 66, 71, 78, 258, 260, 261 (SA/NSA/Sub6)41, 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
Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under DisplayFace unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under Display
Unlockable Bootloader
YesNo
Color
Stellar Black, Forest Green, Morning MistMystic Black, White, Mystic Bronze
Stock Android
NoNo
SD Card
NoYes

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OnePlus 9 Pro

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James Peckham | April 2021
"The OnePlus 9 Pro offers phenomenal performance, a vastly superior camera to the brand’s previous smartphones, and a variety of top-end features that make this a serious contender for anyone who’s in the market for a premium Android handset.The 6.7-inch 120Hz QHD display is among the best we’ve seen on a smartphone, with plenty of detail, strong brightness, and a variety of other tweaks. If you like to watch a lot of video on your phone in particular, this is a great option."

Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra

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Matt Swider | July 2021
"The Note 20 Ultra has it all – almost: a big screen, superb camera, high refresh rate, the S Pen, in-screen fingerprint sensor, super-fast specs, 5G speeds, a fancy curved display. This phone is built for power users who want everything but the fastest charging speeds."

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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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