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Nokia 5300 vs Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986U 128GB)

Side by side comparison between Nokia 5300 vs Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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2.1"
TFT

240x320

1.3
MP
16MB
RAM

Single-core

760
mAh

(Removable)

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38Points Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986U 128GB) Compare Nokia 5300 X
6.9"
AMOLED

1440x3088

108
MP

10mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

4500
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986U 128GB)

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!

5300} 2 Advantages Nokia 5300 vs Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986U 128GB)} 38 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986U 128GB)
+107 grams (3.75 ounces)94%
Lighter
vs208 grams (7.28 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
vsLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
237MHz 32bit Single-corevs+3.09GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)22 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
16MBvs+12GB LPDDR5767 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
32MB (8MB available)vs+128GB (103GB available)13183 times
More internal storage for applications and files
Until 2GB microSDvs+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC511 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
20.7 millimeters (0.81 inches)vs+8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)156%
Thinner
TFT LCDvs+Dynamic AMOLEDAdvantage
Dynamic AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
260 thousandvs+16 million61 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
240x320 pixelsvs+1440x3088 pixels57 times
Higher resolution screen
190 PPIvs+494 PPI160%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
2.1"vs+6.9"2 times
Larger screen
(back) 1.3MPvs+(triple camera) 108MP + 12MP + 12MP100 times
Higher resolution main camera
Not supportedvs+LED flashAdvantage
The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Only digital zoomvs+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
Not supportedvs+PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both camerasAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supportedvs+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supportedvs+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supportedvs+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
Not supportedvs+(front) 10MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
QCIF (220x176)vs+8K UHD (7680x4320)856 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
1000 apps (Nokia Store)vs+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)3499 times
More apps available to download and use
2G EDGEvs+5G Sub6Advantage
The 5G Sub6 network is newer and faster
(2G EDGE) 0.236 Mbpsvs+(5G Sub6) 5000 Mbps21185 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+Capacitive MultitouchAdvantage
The touch screen facilitates the use of the device
Not supportedvs+Accelerometer, ANT+, Barometer, Compass, Hall effect, Gyroscope, Face unlock 2D, Fingerprint sensor (under display), Ambient light sensor, Proximity sensor, UWB (Ultra Wideband)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
760 mAhvs+4500 mAh5 times
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supportedvs+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
2.5mm jackvs+Type-C reversible connectorAdvantage
Best output for headset
Not supportedvs+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
Not supportedvs+A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDouAdvantage
It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device
Not supportedvs+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
2.0 + A2DPvs+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
Mini-USB 2.0 (Mini-B)vs+USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
Mini-USB 2.0 (Mini-B)vs+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
WAP, HTML, Flash playervs+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage
Better sites viewing on the internet
Not supportedvs+Gorilla Glass VictusAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Not supportedvs+IP68 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

3 Common items in both devices
Hands-free calling
Vibrating alert
FM
+ specs and more in the table below

Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.

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📱 Model features

Nokia 5300Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986U 128GB)
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ModelNokia 5300Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986U 128GB)
Other model namesNokia 5300 RM-146, Nokia 5300 XpressMusic RM-146Galaxy Note20 Ultra SM-N986U (Snapdragon) - US Carriers
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
USA
USA
BrandNokiaSamsung
Release date11/1/20068/21/2020, Announced: 8/5/2020
Depth20.7 millimeters (0.81 inches)8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)
Size (width x height)48.2 x 92.4 millimeters (1.9 x 3.64 in)77.2 x 164.8 millimeters (3.04 x 6.49 in)
Weight107 grams (3.75 ounces)208 grams (7.28 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredStainless steel body, glass front/back
Protection against water and othersNot supportedIP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant

📲 Display

Nokia 5300Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986U 128GB)
Display typeTFT LCDDynamic AMOLED
Screen size2.1" inches6.9" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~30.7% (screen-to-body ratio)~92.5% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution240x320 pixels1440x3088 pixels
TouchscreenNot supportedCapacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)190 PPI494 PPI
Colors260 thousand16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass Victus
Refresh ratefeature not registered120Hz
Display featuresfeature not registered1500nits[peak]
HDR10+
Always-On Display
120Hz@FHD
60Hz@QHD

🤖 Operating System

Nokia 5300Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986U 128GB)
System versionNokia Series OS S40 3rd edition Feature Pack 2Android 10
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 13
User Interfacefeature not registeredOne UI 2.5 / 3.1 / 4.1 / 5.0

⚙️ Processor

Nokia 5300Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986U 128GB)
Chipset32bit64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ (SM8250-AB) (7nm)
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
1x 237MHz ARM9 Vertex (Single-core)
Octa-core, 3 processors:
1x 3.09GHz Kryo 585 (Single-core)
3x 2.42GHz Kryo 585 (Triple-core)
4x 1.8GHz Kryo 585 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerfeature not registeredQualcomm Adreno 650 (250-646MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredAnTuTu: 508760 (v8)
Geekbench: 2603 (v5.1)
GFXBench: 42fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

💽 Memory and storage

Nokia 5300Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986U 128GB)
RAM memory16MB12GB LPDDR5
Internal storage32MB (8MB available)128GB (103GB available)
UFS 3.0
External storageUntil 2GB microSD
(dedicated slot)
Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Nokia 5300Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986U 128GB)
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload0.236 Mbps5000/1024 Mbps
Network technology2G2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandTri-Band 900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 900/1800/1900, GSM 850/1800/1900 (USA model)GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkNot supportedUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 46)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkNot supportedSA/NSA/Sub6 (2, 5, 41, 66, 71)
mmWave (260, 261)
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGEGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedNot supported

📷 Camera

Nokia 5300Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986U 128GB)
Back camera (main camera)1.3 megapixels(triple camera)
108 megapixels
12MP periscope telephoto f/3.0120mm1.0µmPDAFOIS5x-optical-zoom50x-hybrid-zoom
12MP ultrawide f/2.2120°13mm1/2.55"1.4µm
Main camera resolution1280x1024 pixels12000x9000 pixels
Video recording (primary)QCIF (220x176)8K UHD (7680x4320) 24 fps
FlashNot supportedLED flash
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/1.8 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered26mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/1.33" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered0.8µm pixel
AutofocusNot supportedPDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras
Touch focusNot supportedSupported
Image stabilizationNot supportedOIS: Optical stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomDigital and optical zoom
Face/smile detectionNot supportedFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRNot supportedHDR photo/video on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registered4K@60fps
1080p@240fps
720p@960fps

📸 Front camera

Nokia 5300Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986U 128GB)
Front camera (secondary)Not supported10 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported3872x2592 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supported4K UHD (3840x2160)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered26mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/3.2" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered1.22µm pixel

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Nokia 5300Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986U 128GB)
LoudspeakerSupportedStereo sound
32-bit/384kHz
Dolby Atmos
Tuned by AKG
Active noise cancellationNot supported2 microphones or more
RadioFMFM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMPEG4, H.264MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, AAC, eAAC+, AAC+, WMAMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Nokia 5300Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986U 128GB)
USBMini-USB 2.0 (Mini-B)USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output2.5mm jackType-C reversible connector
TV outputNot supportedUSB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth2.0 + A2DP5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFiNot supported802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSNot supportedA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
NFCNot supportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Nokia 5300Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986U 128GB)
SensorsNot supportedAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
ANT+
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
UWB (Ultra Wideband)
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Nokia 5300Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986U 128GB)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BL-5B
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity760 mAh4500 mAh
Charger, wattsWired charging25W Wired fast charging
USB Power Delivery 3.0
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registered15W Qi wireless charging (Qi/PMA)
4.5W Reverse wireless charging
Talk time autonomy3.2 hoursfeature not registered
Standby216 hours (9 days)feature not registered

➕ Other features

Nokia 5300Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986U 128GB)
Call controlVoice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingNot supportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserWAP, HTML, Flash playerHTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Red, Black
• Java framework
• Colors: Mystic Black, Mystic Bronze, Mystic White
• Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor
• Bixby
• Samsung Wireless DeX
• Samsung Pay (MST, NFC)
• Stylus pen (Bluetooth integration)

☢️ Radiation rate

Nokia 5300Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986U 128GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registered0.83W/kg (head), 1.04W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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