PHILIPPINES – Samsung launches the Galaxy Note20 and Galaxy Note20 Ultra via livestream in its first virtual Galaxy Unpacked event – all the way from South Korea.
Running on the Exynos 990 (global) or the Snapdragon 865 Plus (USA) platform, the Galaxy Note20 Ultra offers 5G connectivity along with massive screen real estate of 6.9 inches – only a fraction of an inch short of 7 inches.
The Note20’s “Infinity-O” Dynamic AMOLED display has a native resolution of 1440 x 3088 (QHD) with a high refresh rate of 120Hz. It is also HDR10+ certified.
Not to be outdone, the Galaxy Note 20 comes with a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED Plus screen with a native resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels, although the refresh rate is fixed at the standard 60Hz.
The Note20 Ultra touts a triple-camera setup with a 108MP f/1.8 primary camera, a 12MP ultrawide camera, and a 12MP periscope telephoto camera capable of up to 5x optical zoom.
Both the 108MP main camera and the 12MP telephoto camera come with OIS (optical image stabilization).
Meanwhile, the Note20 also touts a triple-camera setup consisting of a 12MP f/1.8 primary camera with OIS, a 12MP ultrawide camera, and a 64MP telephoto camera.
Like the Galaxy S20 Ultra, the Note20 and Note20 Ultra come with Space Zoom, though it is now only limited to 50x on the Note20 Ultra and 30x on the Note20.
Both models are capable of 8K video capture and come with a 10MP front-facing (selfie) camera.
As is the standard with all Galaxy Note devices, the Galaxy Note20 series come with an S Pen and an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance.
As rightful flagships, the Samsung Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra come with the best bells and whistles that you can look for on a phone: NFC, WiFi 6 connectivity, Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX, under-display fingerprint scanner (ultrasonic), fast charging (25W), dual stereo speakers tuned by AKG, 4300 mAh fast charging (4500 mAh on the Ultra), and wireless charging support (Fast Qi / PMA).
“Never before have we relied on technology like we are today. It’s how we are staying connected as we navigate the extraordinary challenges faced around the world,” said Dr. TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics.
“Technology must make life easier, not more complex. That’s why we have introduced five new power devices. Alone, these devices are powerful tools to help you maximize work and play. Together, as part of the Galaxy ecosystem, they work together seamlessly so you can spend your time focused on what matters most,” Roh added.
Galaxy Note20 Ultra price, release date (Philippines)
Samsung Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra are available for pre-order staring August 7 through Samsung Experience Stores and select Abenson and SM Appliance Stores.
Customers who want to avail of the 5G variants can get them from Globe and Smart. Those who will pre-order the devices will be entitled to freebies worth up to PHP 16,995 .
Pricing in the Philippines starts at PHP 53,990 for the Galaxy Note20, PHP 67,990 for the Galaxy Note20 Ultra, and PHP 72,990 for the Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G, which is only available via pre-order.
The Galaxy Note20 Ultra is available in Mystic Black and Mystic Bronze, while the Galaxy Note20 is available in Mystic Bronze, Mystic Green and Mystic Gray.
Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra specs (Philippines):
- Screen: 6.9” edge 1440×3088 Quad HD+ 120hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X Infinity-O display, HDR10+ certified, 120Hz refresh rate
- Camera: 108MP f/1.8 wide (OIS) + 12MP f/3.0 telephoto periscope (folded lens) + 12MP f/2.2 ultrawide, 5x optical zoom, 50x Space Zoom, 8K video recording
- SIM: dual-SIM (hybrid Nano-SIM)
- OS: Android 10.0 OneUI 2.5
- Chipset / CPU: Octa-core Exynos 990 (7nm, global) / Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ (7nm, USA)
- GPU: Mali-G77 MP 11 (Global) / Adreno 650 (USA)
- Memory: 8/12GB LPDDR5 RAM
- Storage: 256GB UFS 3.1
- Expansion: Yes (hybrid slot)
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 (dual-band), Bluetooth 5.0 A2DP LE aptX, NFC.
- Features: S-Pen stylus, IP68 dust + water resistance, no audio jack, dual loud speakers, in-display fingerprint sensor (ultrasonic)
- Battery: 4,500 mAh 25W charging, wireless charging (Fast Qi / PMA), USB Power Delivery 3.0, 9W reverse wireless charging
- Colors: Mystic Bronze, Mystic Black, Mystic White
- Price (Philippines): 67,990 PHP / 72,990 PHP (5G variant)
Samsung Galaxy Note20 specs (Philippines):
- Screen: 6.7” flat 1080×2400 Super AMOLED Plus Infinity-O display, HDR10+ certified
- Camera: 12MP f/1.8 wide (OIS) + 64MP f/2.0 + 12MP f/2.2 ultrawide, 3x hybrid zoom, 30x Space Zoom, 8K video recording
- SIM: dual-SIM (hybrid Nano-SIM)
- OS: Android 10.0 OneUI 2.5
- Chipset / CPU: Octa-core Exynos 990 (7nm, global) / Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ (7nm, USA)
- GPU: Mali-G77 MP 11 (Global) / Adreno 650 (USA)
- Memory: 8GB LPDDR5 RAM
- Storage: 256GB UFS 3.1
- Expansion: Yes (hybrid slot)
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 (dual-band), Bluetooth 5.0 A2DP LE aptX, NFC.
- Features: S-Pen stylus, IP68 dust + water resistance, no audio jack, dual loud speakers, in-display fingerprint sensor (ultrasonic)
- Battery: 4,300 mAh 25W charging, wireless charging (Fast Qi / PMA), USB Power Delivery 3.0, 9W reverse wireless charging
- Colors: Mystic Bronze, Mystic Green, Mystic Gray
- Price (Philippines): 53,990 PHP