Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986N) vs Apple iPhone 4S (32GB)

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Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G vs Apple iPhone 4S phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

9/27/2020 9:43 PM, updated: 9/27/2024 7:39 AM

Compare Apple iPhone 4S X Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986N) 42Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.9"
AMOLED

1440x3088

108
MP

10mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

4500
mAh

(Non removable)

02Points Apple iPhone 4S (32GB) Compare Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.5"
IPS

640x960

8
MP

0.3mp

512MB
RAM

Dual-core

1432
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986N)

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42 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986N)	vs	2 Advantages Apple iPhone 4S (32GB)
+3.09GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)4 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	1GHz 32bit Dual-core (45nm)
+12GB LPDDR523 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	512MB LPDDR2
+256GB (221GB available)7 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	32GB (28GB available)
+UFS 3.0Advantage Fastest write and read storage.	vs	Flash (EEPROM)
+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)15% Thinner	vs	9.3 millimeters (0.37 inches)
+Stainless steel body, glass front/backAdvantage More resistant material	vs	Aluminum frame, glass front/back
+Dynamic AMOLEDAdvantage Dynamic AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid	vs	TFT LED-Backlit IPS LCD
+HDR10+Advantage The HDR10+ display provides vibrant colors and more details	vs	Not supported
+120Hz100% The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.	vs	60Hz
+1440x3088 pixels6 times Higher resolution screen	vs	640x960 pixels
+494 PPI50% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	330 PPI
+6.9"97% Larger screen	vs	3.5"
+(triple camera) 108MP + 12MP + 12MP16 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 8MP
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures	vs	Only digital zoom
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video	vs	EIS: Digital stabilization
+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	HDR photo only main camera
+1/1.33" inches141% The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.	vs	1/3.2" inches
+f/1.8 (aperture)33% Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.	vs	f/2.4 (aperture)
+(front) 10MP32 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies	vs	(front) 0.3MP
+8K UHD (7680x4320)15 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	Full HD (1920x1080)
+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)26 times More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera	vs	(front) VGA (640x480)
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)52% More apps available to download and use	vs	2300000 apps (App Store)
+5G SA/NSAAdvantage The 5G SA/NSA network is newer and faster	vs	3G+ HSPA+
+(5G SA/NSA) 5000 Mbps346 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(3G+ HSPA+) 14.4 Mbps
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+ANT+Advantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+UWB (Ultra Wideband)Advantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+4500 mAh2 times Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	1432 mAh
+25W4 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.	vs	5W
+Qi wireless charging (Qi/PMA)Advantage Wireless charging is another way to charge the battery.	vs	Not supported
+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general	vs	Not supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] is newer and faster	vs	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.	vs	Not supported
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster	vs	4.0 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely	vs	Not supported
+USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.	vs	USB 2.0 proprietary connector
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	USB 2.0 proprietary connector
+IP68 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example	vs	Not supported
208 grams (7.28 ounces)	vs	+140 grams (4.9 ounces)49% Lighter
Type-C reversible connector	vs	+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores

18 Common items in both devices

16 million

LED flash

PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras / Autofocus

BSI sensor

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

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📱 Model features
	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986N)	iPhone 4S (32GB)
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Model	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986N)	iPhone 4S (32GB)
Other model names	갤럭시 노트20 Ultra SM-N986N (Snapdragon)	iPhone 4S A1387, iPhone 4S A1431 CDMA
Country or region available	South Korea	(Global, International)
Brand	Samsung	Apple
Release date	8/21/2020, Announced: 8/5/2020	10/1/2011
Depth	8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)	9.3 millimeters (0.37 inches)
Size (width x height)	77.2 x 164.8 millimeters (3.04 x 6.49 in)	58.6 x 115.2 millimeters (2.31 x 4.54 in)
Weight	208 grams (7.28 ounces)	140 grams (4.9 ounces)
Build, materials	Stainless steel body, glass front/back	Aluminum frame, glass front/back
Protection against water and others	IP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant	Not supported
📲 Display
	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986N)	iPhone 4S (32GB)
Display type	Dynamic AMOLED	TFT LED-Backlit IPS LCD
Screen size	6.9" inches	3.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~92.5% (screen-to-body ratio)	~54% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1440x3088 pixels	640x960 pixels (3:2)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points	Capacitive Multitouch 5-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	494 PPI	330 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass Victus	Gorilla Glass
Refresh rate	120Hz	60Hz
Display features	1500nits[peak] HDR10+ Always-On Display 120Hz@FHD 60Hz@QHD	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986N)	iPhone 4S (32GB)
System version	Android 10	iOS 5.0
Firmware update	Android 13	iOS 9.0
User Interface	One UI 2.5 / 3.1 / 4.1 / 5.0	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986N)	iPhone 4S (32GB)
Chipset	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ (SM8250-AB) (7nm)	32bit: Apple A5 (45nm)
CPU	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)	Dual-core, 1 processor: 2x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A9 (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 650 (250-646MHz)	PowerVR SGX543 MP2 (200MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	AnTuTu: 508760 (v8) Geekbench: 2603 (v5.1) GFXBench: 42fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986N)	iPhone 4S (32GB)
RAM memory	12GB LPDDR5	512MB LPDDR2
Internal storage	256GB (221GB available) UFS 3.0	32GB (28GB available) Flash (EEPROM)
External storage	Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC (hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986N)	iPhone 4S (32GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	5000/1024 Mbps	14.4/5.76 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G, 5G	2G, 3G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900, A1431: CDMA 800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	A1387 version: UMTS 850/900/1900/2100 A1431 version: CDMA2000 1xEV-DO UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66) TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41) VoLTE	Not supported
Primary 5G network	SA/NSA/Sub6 (78)	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA	CSD, GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	Not supported	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986N)	iPhone 4S (32GB)
Back camera (main camera)	(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	8 megapixels
Main camera resolution	12000x9000 pixels	3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)	8K UHD (7680x4320) 24 fps	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/1.8 (aperture)	f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal length	26mm (lens)	35mm (lens)
Sensor size	1/1.33" inches	1/3.2" inches
Pixel size	0.8µm pixel	1.4µm pixel
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras	Autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	OIS: Optical stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Digital and optical zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Supported	Supported
HDR	HDR photo/video on both cameras	HDR photo only main camera
Camera extras	4K@60fps 1080p@240fps 720p@960fps	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986N)	iPhone 4S (32GB)
Front camera (secondary)	10 megapixels	0.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution	3872x2592 pixels	640x480 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	4K UHD (3840x2160)	VGA (640x480)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	26mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/3.2" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.22µm pixel	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986N)	iPhone 4S (32GB)
Loudspeaker	Stereo sound 32-bit/384kHz Dolby Atmos Tuned by AKG	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	2 microphones
Radio	FM	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV	MPEG4
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, iTunes
🔌 Connectivity
	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986N)	iPhone 4S (32GB)
USB	USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go	USB 2.0 proprietary connector
Audio output	Type-C reversible connector	3.5mm jack
TV output	USB Type-C (reversible)	Proprietary TV-out
Bluetooth	5.0 + A2DP/LE	4.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi hotspot
DLNA	Supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986N)	iPhone 4S (32GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor ANT+ Barometer Compass Face unlock 2D Fingerprint sensor (under display) Gyroscope Hall effect Proximity sensor UWB (Ultra Wideband)	Accelerometer Compass Gyroscope Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986N)	iPhone 4S (32GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity	4500 mAh	1432 mAh
Charger, watts	25W Wired fast charging USB Power Delivery 3.0	5W (5V/1A) Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	15W Qi wireless charging (Qi/PMA) 4.5W Reverse wireless charging	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	feature not registered	8.3 hours
Standby	feature not registered	200 hours (8.3 days)
➕ Other features
	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986N)	iPhone 4S (32GB)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS, MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized with tutorial
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Mystic Black, Mystic Bronze, Mystic White • Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor • Bixby • Samsung Wireless DeX • Samsung Pay (MST, NFC) • Stylus pen (Bluetooth integration)	• Colors: Black, White • Videocalling over WiFi only • Siri natural language commands and dictation • iCloud service • iCloud
☢️ Radiation rate
	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986N)	iPhone 4S (32GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	1.18W/kg (head), 0.98W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	0.99W/kg (head), 0.99W/kg (body)

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Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986N) vs Apple iPhone 4S (32GB)

Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G vs Apple iPhone 4S phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986N)

📱 Model features

📲 Display

🤖 Operating System

⚙️ Processor

💽 Memory and storage

📶 Mobile networks

📷 Camera

📸 Front camera

🔉 Sound and multimedia

🔌 Connectivity

🧭 Sensors

🔋 Battery

➕ Other features

☢️ Radiation rate