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Samsung Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970U) vs LG K20 (X120WM)

Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy Note 10 vs LG K20 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare LG K20 X Samsung Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970U) 35Points
6.3"
AMOLED

1080x2280

12.2
MP

10mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

3500
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
5.45"
IPS

480x960

8
MP

5mp

1GB
RAM

Quad-core

3000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970U)

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Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970U)} 35 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970U) vs K20 (X120WM)} 5 Advantages LG K20 (X120WM)
+2.84GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)123%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs1.5GHz 64bit Quad-core (28nm)
+8GB LPDDR4X7 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs1GB LPDDR3
+256GB (230GB available)20 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs16GB (11GB available)
+UFS 3.0Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
vseMMC 5.1
+7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)5%
Thinner
vs8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)
+Aluminum frame, glass front/backAdvantage
More resistant material
vsPlastic body, glass front
+Dynamic AMOLEDAdvantage
Dynamic AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT IPS LCD
+HDR10+Advantage
The HDR10+ display provides vibrant colors and more details
vsNot supported
+1080x2280 pixels4 times
Higher resolution screen
vs480x960 pixels
+400 PPI103%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs197 PPI
+6.3"16%
Larger screen
vs5.45"
+(triple camera) 12.2MP + 12MP + 16MP4 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 8MP
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
vsOnly digital zoom
+OIS (2-axis): Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
vsEIS: Digital stabilization
+1/2.55" inches57%
The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
vs1/4" inches
+f/1.5 (aperture)33%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/2.0 (aperture)
+(front) 10MP104%
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 5MP
+4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsFull HD (1920x1080)
+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
vs(front) Full HD (1920x1080)
+Android 12Advantage
Android 12 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 9.0 Pie
+(4G LTE-A) 2000 Mbps12 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(4G LTE) 150 Mbps
+ANT+Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Face unlockAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+3500 mAh17%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs3000 mAh
+25W3 times
More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.
vs6W
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] is newer and faster
vs802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
vsNot supported
+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
vsNot supported
+USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
vsMicroUSB 2.0
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsMicroUSB 2.0
+Gorilla Glass 5Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
vsNot supported
Not supportedvs+Until 256GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
168 grams (5.88 ounces)vs+152 grams (5.32 ounces)11%
Lighter
LED flashvs+LED flash on both camerasAdvantage
The LED flash on both cameras helps in dark places or in low light
Type-C reversible connectorvs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
IP68 certifiedvs+MIL-STD-810G military certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

15 Common items in both devices
60Hz
16 million
PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras / Autofocus
HDR photo/video on both cameras / HDR photo on both cameras
4G LTE-A / 4G LTE
Capacitive
Multitouch
+8 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970U)LG K20 (X120WM)
ModelGalaxy Note 10 (SM-N970U)K20 (X120WM)
Other model namesSamsung Galaxy Note10 SM-N970U (Snapdragon)LG K20 2019 LMX120WM.ACANBK, LM-X120WM (Bell)
Country or region availableUSA
USA
Canada
Canada
BrandSamsungLG
Release date8/23/2019, Announced: 8/7/20198/7/2019
Depth7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)
Size (width x height)71.8 x 151 millimeters (2.83 x 5.94 in)71.9 x 148.6 millimeters (2.83 x 5.85 in)
Weight168 grams (5.88 ounces)152 grams (5.32 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum frame, glass front/backPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersIP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistantMIL-STD-810G military certified: salt, dust, humidity, rain, vibration, solar radiation, transport and thermal shock resistant.

📲 Display

Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970U)LG K20 (X120WM)
Display typeDynamic AMOLEDTFT IPS LCD
Screen size6.3" inches5.45" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~91.4% (screen-to-body ratio)~71.7% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2280 pixels (19:9)480x960 pixels (18:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 10-pointsCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)400 PPI197 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass 5Not supported
Refresh rate60Hz60Hz
Display featuresHDR10+
Always-On Display
Not supported

🤖 Operating System

Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970U)LG K20 (X120WM)
System versionAndroid 9.0 PieAndroid 9.0 Pie
Firmware updateAndroid 12feature not registered
User InterfaceOne UI 2.0 / 3.1 / 4.0feature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970U)LG K20 (X120WM)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 (SM8150) (7nm)64bit: MediaTek MT6739 (28nm)
CPUOcta-core, 3 processors:
1x 2.84GHz Kryo 485 (Single-core)
3x 2.42GHz Kryo 485 (Triple-core)
4x 1.78GHz Kryo 485 (Quad-core)
Quad-core, 1 processor:
4x 1.5GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 640 (585MHz)PowerVR GE8100 MP1 (570MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970U)LG K20 (X120WM)
RAM memory8GB LPDDR4X1GB LPDDR3
Internal storage256GB (230GB available)
UFS 3.0
16GB (11GB available)
eMMC 5.1
External storageNot supportedUntil 256GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970U)LG K20 (X120WM)
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload2000/150 Mbps150/50 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G, 4G
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 850/900/1700/1900/2100UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat20 (Bands [waiting])
TD-LTE (Bands 38, 39, 40, 41)
LTE Cat4 (2, 4, 7, 17)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedNot supported

📷 Camera

Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970U)LG K20 (X120WM)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
12.2 megapixels
12MP telephoto f/2.11/3.6"52mm1.0µmPDAFOIS2x-optical-zoom
16MP ultrawide f/2.212mm1.0µm
8 megapixels
Main camera resolution4032x3024 pixels3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash on both cameras
Focal aperturef/1.5 (aperture)f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal length27mm lens27mm lens
Sensor size1/2.55" inches1/4" inches
Pixel size1.4µm pixel1.12µm pixel
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus on both camerasAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationOIS (2-axis): Optical stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomDigital and optical zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo/video on both camerasHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extras1080p@240fps
720p@960fps
feature not registered

📸 Front camera

Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970U)LG K20 (X120WM)
Front camera (secondary)10 megapixels5 megapixels
Front camera resolution3872x2592 pixels2560x1920 pixels
Video recording (secondary)4K UHD (3840x2160)Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedLED
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length26mm lens24mm lens
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/5" inches
Pixel size1.22µm pixel1.12µm pixel

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970U)LG K20 (X120WM)
LoudspeakerStereo sound
32-bit/384kHz
Dolby Atmos
Tuned by AKG
Supported
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioFMFM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970U)LG K20 (X120WM)
USBUSB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoMicroUSB 2.0
Audio outputType-C reversible connector3.5mm jack
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)Not supported
Bluetooth5.0 + A2DP/LE5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNASupportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDouA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCSupportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970U)LG K20 (X120WM)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
ANT+
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gesture
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970U)LG K20 (X120WM)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
BL-01
Battery capacity3500 mAh3000 mAh
Charger, watts25W Wired fast charging
USB Power Delivery 3.0
6W (5V/1.2A) Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging12W Qi wireless charging (Qi/PMA)
4.5W Reverse wireless charging
feature not registered
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered17 hours
Standbyfeature not registered600 hours (25 days)

➕ Other features

Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970U)LG K20 (X120WM)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), 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: Black, White, Pink, Red, Glow
• Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor
• Stylus Pen (Bluetooth integration)
• Bixby
• Samsung DeX
• Samsung Pay (MST, NFC)
• Colors: Black, Blue, Platinum
• Android Go edition
• Google assistant
• WiFi hotspot

☢️ Radiation rate

Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970U)LG K20 (X120WM)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)0.34W/kg (head), 1.59W/kg (body)feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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