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Samsung Galaxy S20 5G
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Samsung Galaxy S20 5G Specifications

Released 2020, March 06

The Samsung Samsung Galaxy S20 5G is a sophisticated smartphone featuring a 6.2" display with 1440 x 3200 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~563 ppi density) resolution, powered by the Exynos 990 processor.

Photography enthusiasts will appreciate its 64MP camera system capable of recording 8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS & OIS.

The device is equipped with a 4000mAh battery supporting 25W wired, PD3.0 15W wireless (Qi/PMA) 4.5W reverse wireless and runs on Android 10, upgradable to Android 13, One UI 5.1, officially released 2020, February 11.

Display

6.2" 1440x3200 pixels

Camera

64MP

Chipset

Exynos 990

Battery

4000mAh 25W15W

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key specifications of the device?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 5G features a Exynos 990 processor, 6.2" display, 64MP main camera, and 4000mAh battery.

What processor (CPU) and GPU does the Samsung Galaxy S20 5G use?

Samsung Galaxy S20 5G is powered by Exynos 990 (7 nm+) - GlobalQualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G (7 nm+) - USA with Octa-core (2x2.73 GHz Mongoose M5 & 2x2.50 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) - GlobalOcta-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-A77 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) - USA and Mali-G77 MP11 - GlobalAdreno 650 - USA graphics.

What type of display does Samsung Galaxy S20 5G have? What is the size and resolution?

Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1200 nits (peak) 6.2 inches, 93.8 cm2 (~89.5% screen-to-body ratio) with 1440 x 3200 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~563 ppi density)

What network technologies does Samsung Galaxy S20 5G support? Does it support 5G?

Samsung Galaxy S20 5G supports 5G technology.

What materials is it made of?

Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 6), aluminum frame

What are the charging capabilities?

25W wired, PD3.0 15W wireless (Qi/PMA) 4.5W reverse wireless

What are the camera specifications of Samsung Galaxy S20 5G?

12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.76", 1.8µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 64 MP, f/2.0, 29mm (telephoto), 1/1.72", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS, 1.1x optical zoom, 3x hybrid zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55" 1.4µm, Super Steady video

Does Samsung Galaxy S20 5G support wireless charging?

Yes, Samsung Galaxy S20 5G supports wireless charging. 25W wired, PD3.0 15W wireless (Qi/PMA) 4.5W reverse wireless

What type of security features does Samsung Galaxy S20 5G have?

Samsung Galaxy S20 5G features a fingerprint sensor for secure authentication.

Detailed Specifications

Display

Type
Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1200 nits (peak)
Size
6.2 inches, 93.8 cm2 (~89.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
1440 x 3200 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~563 ppi density)
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 6

Platform

OS
Android 10, upgradable to Android 13, One UI 5.1
Chipset
Exynos 990 (7 nm+) - GlobalQualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G (7 nm+) - USA
CPU
Octa-core (2x2.73 GHz Mongoose M5 & 2x2.50 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) - GlobalOcta-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-A77 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) - USA
GPU
Mali-G77 MP11 - GlobalAdreno 650 - USA

Memory

Card slot
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal
128GB 8GB RAM, 128GB 12GB RAM

Battery

Type
Li-Ion 4000 mAh
Charging
25W wired, PD3.0 15W wireless (Qi/PMA) 4.5W reverse wireless

Network

Technology
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
2G bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - SM-G981B
5G bands
1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 40, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - SM-G981B
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (7CA) Cat20 2000/200 Mbps, 5G (5+ Gbps DL)

Body

Dimensions
151.7 x 69.1 x 7.9 mm (5.97 x 2.72 x 0.31 in)
Weight
163 g (5.75 oz)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 6), aluminum frame
SIM
Nano-SIM + eSIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM

Features

Sensors
Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer

Sound

Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack
No

Launch

Announced
2020, February 11
Status
Available. Released 2020, March 06

Misc

Colors
Cosmic Grey, Cloud Blue, Cloud Pink, Cloud White, Aura Red
Models
SM-G981, SM-G981F, SM-G981F/DS, SM-G981B/DS, SM-G981U, SM-G981U1, SM-G981N, SM-G981B, SM-G9810, SM-G981W, SC-51A, SCG01
SAR
1.07 W/kg (head)     1.03 W/kg (body)
SAR EU
0.38 W/kg (head)     1.52 W/kg (body)
Price
$ 174.00 / C$ 699.98 / £ 129.49 / € 326.22

Main Camera

Triple
12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.76", 1.8µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 64 MP, f/2.0, 29mm (telephoto), 1/1.72", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS, 1.1x optical zoom, 3x hybrid zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55" 1.4µm, Super Steady video
Features
LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama
Video
8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS & OIS

Selfie camera

Single
10 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.24", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF
Features
HDR
Video
4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps

Comms

WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP, LE
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
NFC
Yes
Radio
FM radio (Snapdragon model only; market/operator dependent)
USB
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG

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