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Motorola Moto G20 (XT2128-2 64GB) vs Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9000 32GB)

Side by side comparison between Motorola Moto G20 vs Samsung Galaxy Note 3 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Samsung Galaxy Note 3 X Motorola Moto G20 (XT2128-2 64GB) 22Points
6.5"
IPS

720x1600

48
MP

13mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
14Points Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9000 32GB) Compare Motorola Moto G20 X
5.7"
AMOLED

1080x1920

13
MP

2.1mp

3GB
RAM

Octa-core

3200
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Motorola Moto G20 (XT2128-2 64GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Moto G20 (XT2128-2 64GB)} 22 Advantages Motorola Moto G20 (XT2128-2 64GB) vs Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9000 32GB)} 14 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9000 32GB)
+1.8GHz 64bit Octa-core (12nm)57%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs1.9GHz 32bit Octa-core
+4GB LPDDR433%
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs3GB LPDDR3
+64GB (50GB available)127%
More internal storage for applications and files
vs32GB (22GB available)
+eMMC 5.1Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
vseMMC 4.5
+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC15 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsUntil 64GB microSD, microSDXC
+6.5"14%
Larger screen
vs5.7"
+(quad camera) 48MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP4 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 13MP
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsHDR photo/video only main camera
+1/2" inches55%
The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
vs1/3.1" inches
+f/1.7 (aperture)29%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/2.2 (aperture)
+(front) 13MP5 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 2.1MP
+Android 11Advantage
Android 11 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 5.0 Lollipop
+4G LTEAdvantage
The 4G LTE network is newer and faster
vs3G+ HSPA+
+(4G LTE) 150 Mbps3 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(3G+ HSPA+) 42 Mbps
+Face unlockAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+5000 mAh56%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs3200 mAh
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
+FMAdvantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
vsNot supported
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs4.0 + A2DP
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsMicroUSB 3.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
+IP52 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example
vsNot supported
200 grams (7 ounces)vs+168 grams (5.88 ounces)19%
Lighter
9.1 millimeters (0.36 inches)vs+8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)10%
Thinner
TFT IPS LCDvs+Super AMOLEDAdvantage
Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
720x1600 pixelsvs+1080x1920 pixels80%
Higher resolution screen
270 PPIvs+386 PPI43%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
Not supportedvs+ANT+Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+HumidityAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+TemperatureAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)vs+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
USB 2.0 Type-C reversible connectorvs+MicroUSB 3.0, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
Not supportedvs+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

19 Common items in both devices
Plastic body, glass front
16 million
LED flash
Only digital zoom
PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus
EIS: Digital stabilization
Full HD (1920x1080)
+12 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Moto G20 (XT2128-2 64GB)Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9000 32GB)
ModelMoto G20 (XT2128-2 64GB)Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9000 32GB)
Other model namesLenovo Moto G20 (XT2128-2 Dual-SIM + NFC), PANH0007SESamsung Galaxy Note 3 (3G) N9000Q, Galaxy Note III
Country or region available(Europe)(Global, International)
(Europe), (Global, International)
feature not registered
BrandMotorolaSamsung
Release date6/9/2021, Announced: 4/26/20219/4/2013
Depth9.1 millimeters (0.36 inches)8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)
Size (width x height)75.73 x 165.22 millimeters (2.98 x 6.5 in)79.2 x 151.2 millimeters (3.12 x 5.95 in)
Weight200 grams (7 ounces)168 grams (5.88 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersIP52 certified: protection against dust and splashingNot supported

📲 Display

Moto G20 (XT2128-2 64GB)Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9000 32GB)
Display typeTFT IPS LCDSuper AMOLED
Screen size6.5" inches5.7" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~81.5% (screen-to-body ratio)~74.8% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution720x1600 pixels (20:9)1080x1920 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)270 PPI386 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass 3
Refresh rate90Hzfeature not registered
Display featuresNot supportedfeature not registered

🤖 Operating System

Moto G20 (XT2128-2 64GB)Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9000 32GB)
System versionAndroid 11Android 4.3 Jelly Bean
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 5.0 Lollipop
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Moto G20 (XT2128-2 64GB)Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9000 32GB)
Chipset64bit: Unisoc Tiger T700 (12nm)32bit: Samsung Exynos 5 Octa 5420 (28nm)
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
2x 1.8GHz ARM Cortex-A75 (Dual-core)
6x 1.8GHz ARM Cortex-A55 (Hexa-core)
Octa-core, 2 processors:
4x 1.9GHz ARM Cortex-A15 (Quad-core)
4x 1.3GHz ARM Cortex-A7 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerARM Mali-G52 MP2 (850MHz)ARM Mali-T628 MP6
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Moto G20 (XT2128-2 64GB)Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9000 32GB)
RAM memory4GB LPDDR43GB LPDDR3
Internal storage64GB (50GB available)
eMMC 5.1
32GB (22GB available)
eMMC 4.5
External storageUntil 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)
Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Moto G20 (XT2128-2 64GB)Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9000 32GB)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
Not supported
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload150/50 Mbps42/5.76 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1900/2100UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat4 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
Not supported
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTEGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1900/2100Not supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+Not supported

📷 Camera

Moto G20 (XT2128-2 64GB)Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9000 32GB)
Back camera (main camera)(quad camera)
48 megapixels
8MP ultrawide f/2.2118°1/4"1.12µm
2MP macro f/2.485°1.75µm
2MP depth f/2.480°1.75µm
13 megapixels
Main camera resolution8000x6000 pixels4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 60 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.7 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered31mm lens
Sensor size1/2" inches1/3.1" inches
Pixel size0.8µm pixel1.12µm pixel
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRHDR photo on both camerasHDR photo/video only main camera
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Moto G20 (XT2128-2 64GB)Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9000 32GB)
Front camera (secondary)13 megapixels2.1 megapixels
Front camera resolution4128x3096 pixels1920x1080 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered27mm lens
Sensor size1/3.1" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1.12µm pixelfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Moto G20 (XT2128-2 64GB)Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9000 32GB)
LoudspeakerMono sound (not stereo)Supported
Active noise cancellationNot supported2 microphones or more
RadioFMNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, DivX, XviD, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, eAAC+, AC3, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Moto G20 (XT2128-2 64GB)Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9000 32GB)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C reversible connectorMicroUSB 3.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedMicro-B USB MHL-2
Bluetooth5.0 + A2DP/LE4.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEOA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedSupported

🧭 Sensors

Moto G20 (XT2128-2 64GB)Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9000 32GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
ANT+
Barometer
Compass
Gesture
Gyroscope
Humidity
Proximity sensor
Temperature
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Moto G20 (XT2128-2 64GB)Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9000 32GB)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity5000 mAh3200 mAh
Charger, watts10W Wired chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedfeature not registered
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered21 hours
Standbyfeature not registered420 hours (17.5 days)

➕ Other features

Moto G20 (XT2128-2 64GB)Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9000 32GB)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Breeze Blue, Flamingo Pink
• Case included
• Colors: Black, White, Pink
• Samsung TouchWiz UX
• Dual Shot camera
• S-Voice
• Dropbox 50GB
• Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

Moto G20 (XT2128-2 64GB)Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9000 32GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registered0.29W/kg (head), 0.36W/kg (body)
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