Why Samsung Galaxy S20 is better than S20+ and Ultra?
Samsung's latest flagship smartphones, the S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra, are grabbing headlines for their versatile cameras, high-quality display, modern design, and fast performance. But, which one should you buy? We think the standard S20 is extraordinary, despite it missing the big screen of the Plus model and the 100x Space Zoom of the S20 Ultra. Here's why.
It offers a compact size, and without any compromises
Unlike the S20 Ultra and S20+, the regular S20 is pleasantly compact. The 6.2-inch screen allows for easy single-hand use while its sturdy metal-glass body is still pretty lightweight at 163g. And, there are no compromises whatsoever. You still get the same bezel-less design, IP68-rated dust and water-resistance, and the high-quality 120Hz QHD+ AMOLED screen that offers smoother scrolling and fluid animations.
Excellent cameras, pretty good zoom, and well-stabilized videos
The S20 has three cameras on the back: 12MP main sensor, 64MP telephoto lens with 3x optical and 30x digital zoom, and 12MP ultra-wide-angle sensor. Sure, there is no DepthVision sensor or the 100x Space Zoom but the camera setup offers really detailed still images, decent 10x zoom shots and well-stabilized videos. Moreover, you also get up to 8K video recording support.
Snappy-fast performance and true flagship features
Like the S20+ and S20 Ultra, the regular S20 comes with the flagship Snapdragon 865/Exynos 990 chipset which enables 5G connectivity on the handset. You also get 8GB of RAM and 128GB of expandable storage which is good enough for all sorts of smartphone needs. And like its premium siblings, the S20 also supports wired fast charging, wireless charging, and reverse wireless charging.
An affordable price tag
In India, the Galaxy S20 costs Rs. 66,999 for the solo 8GB/128GB model. The price is pretty competitive looking at the entire package: a bright and smooth 120Hz screen, compact form-factor, versatile cameras, water-resistant construction, wireless charging, and even reverse wireless charging. The S20+ and S20 Ultra also offer similar highlights but at a starting price of Rs. 73,999 and Rs. 92,999, respectively.
But not everything is rosy
The S20's modest battery life can be one of the reasons to skip the otherwise attractive flagship. The 4,000mAh battery lasts all day with normal use but when on the 5G network with the refresh rate set to maximum (120Hz at 1080p), you will get around 8-9 of hours of use. Moreover, an 8GB/128GB configuration may not be enough for heavy users.
