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Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986W 512GB) vs Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Pro

Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G vs Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Pro phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Pro X Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986W 512GB) 27Points
6.9"
AMOLED

1440x3088

108
MP

10mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

4500
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
6.47"
AMOLED

1080x2340

108
MP

32mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

5260
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986W 512GB)

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!

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986W 512GB)} 27 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986W 512GB) vs Mi Note 10 Pro} 8 Advantages Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Pro
+3.09GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)30%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs2.2GHz 64bit Octa-core (8nm)
+12GB LPDDR550%
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs8GB LPDDR4X
+512GB (458GB available)88%
More internal storage for applications and files
vs256GB (243GB available)
+UFS 3.0Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
vsUFS 2.1
+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsNot supported
+8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)19%
Thinner
vs9.67 millimeters (0.38 inches)
+Stainless steel body, glass front/backAdvantage
More resistant material
vsAluminum frame, glass front/back
+Dynamic AMOLEDAdvantage
Dynamic AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
vsAMOLED
+HDR10+Advantage
The HDR10+ display provides vibrant colors and more details
vsHDR10
+120Hz100%
The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.
vs60Hz
+1440x3088 pixels76%
Higher resolution screen
vs1080x2340 pixels
+494 PPI24%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs398 PPI
+6.9"7%
Larger screen
vs6.47"
+8K UHD (7680x4320)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vs4K UHD (3840x2160)
+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
vs(front) Full HD (1920x1080)
+Android 13Advantage
Android 13 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 10
+5G SA/NSAAdvantage
The 5G SA/NSA network is newer and faster
vs4G LTE-A
+(5G SA/NSA) 5000 Mbps5 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(4G LTE-A) 800 Mbps
+ANT+Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+UWB (Ultra Wideband)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Qi wireless charging (Qi/PMA)Advantage
Wireless charging is another way to charge the battery.
vsNot supported
+Stereo soundAdvantage
Better sound quality for listening to music or clearer hands-free calls
vsMono sound (not stereo)
+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 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]
+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
vsNot supported
+USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
vsUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
+IP68 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example
vsNot supported
(triple camera) 108MP + 12MP + 12MPvs+(5 cameras) 108MP + 12MP + 5MP + 20MP + 2MP11%
Higher resolution main camera
LED flashvs+Quad-LED flashAdvantage
The Quad-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
f/1.8 (aperture)vs+f/1.7 (aperture)6%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
(front) 10MPvs+(front) 32MP2 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
4500 mAhvs+5260 mAh17%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
25Wvs+30W20%
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.
1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
vs+2 slots (Dual-SIM)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
Type-C reversible connectorvs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores

28 Common items in both devices
208 grams (7.28 ounces)
16 million
Digital and optical zoom
PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras / LDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocus
OIS: Optical stabilization
BSI sensor
HDR photo/video on both cameras / HDR photo on both cameras
+21 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986W 512GB)Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Pro
 
ModelGalaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986W 512GB)Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Pro
Other model namesGalaxy Note20 Ultra SM-N986W (Snapdragon)Xiaomi Note 10 Pro M1910F4S (256GB+8GB RAM)
Country or region availableCanada
Canada
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandSamsungXiaomi
Release date8/21/2020, Announced: 8/5/202011/11/2019, Announced: 11/6/2019
Depth8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)9.67 millimeters (0.38 inches)
Size (width x height)77.2 x 164.8 millimeters (3.04 x 6.49 in)74.2 x 157.8 millimeters (2.92 x 6.21 in)
Weight208 grams (7.28 ounces)208 grams (7.28 ounces)
Build, materialsStainless steel body, glass front/backAluminum frame, glass front/back
Back: Gorilla Glass 5
Protection against water and othersIP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistantNot supported

📲 Display

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986W 512GB)Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Pro
Display typeDynamic AMOLEDAMOLED
Screen size6.9" inches6.47" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~92.5% (screen-to-body ratio)~87.8% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1440x3088 pixels1080x2340 pixels (19.5:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 10-pointsCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)494 PPI398 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass VictusGorilla Glass 5
Refresh rate120Hz60Hz
Display features1500nits[peak]
HDR10+
Always-On Display
120Hz@FHD
60Hz@QHD
600nits[typ]
HDR10
Always-On Display

🤖 Operating System

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986W 512GB)Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Pro
System versionAndroid 10Android 9.0 Pie
Firmware updateAndroid 13Android 10
User InterfaceOne UI 2.5 / 3.1 / 4.1 / 5.0MIUI 11 / 12

⚙️ Processor

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986W 512GB)Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Pro
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ (SM8250-AB) (7nm)64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 730 (SM7150-AA) (8nm)
CPUOcta-core, 3 processors:
1x 3.09GHz Kryo 585 (Single-core)
3x 2.42GHz Kryo 585 (Triple-core)
4x 1.8GHz Kryo 585 (Quad-core)
Octa-core, 2 processors:
2x 2.2GHz Kryo 470 Gold (Dual-core)
6x 1.8GHz Kryo 470 Silver (Hexa-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 650 (250-646MHz)Qualcomm Adreno 618 (610MHz)
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-N986W 512GB)Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Pro
RAM memory12GB LPDDR58GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage512GB (458GB available)
UFS 3.0
256GB (243GB available)
UFS 2.1
External storageUntil 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)
Not supported

📶 Mobile networks

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986W 512GB)Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Pro
Dual-SIMNot supportedDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload5000/1024 Mbps800/150 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G, 5G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat20 (2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 29, 30, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 46)
VoLTE
LTE Cat15 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkSA/NSA/Sub6 (41, 66, 71)Not supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSAGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedGSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedUMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat15 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40)
VoLTE
Secondary data networkNot supportedGPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A

📷 Camera

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986W 512GB)Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Pro
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
(5 cameras)
108 megapixels
12MP telephoto f/2.050mm1/2.55"1.4µmPDAF/LDAF2x-optical-zoom
5MP telephoto f/2.01.0µmPDAF/LDAFOIS5x-optical-zoom
20MP ultrawide f/2.213mm1/2.8"1.0µmLDAF
2MP macro f/2.41/5"1.75µm
Main camera resolution12000x9000 pixels12000x9000 pixels
Video recording (primary)8K UHD (7680x4320) 24 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
FlashLED flashQuad-LED flash
Focal aperturef/1.8 (aperture)f/1.7 (aperture)
Focal length26mm (lens)25mm (lens)
Sensor size1/1.33" inches1/1.33" inches
Pixel size0.8µm pixel0.8µm pixel
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus on both camerasLDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilization
ZoomDigital and optical zoomDigital and optical zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedSupported
HDRHDR photo/video on both camerasHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extras4K@60fps
1080p@240fps
720p@960fps
4K@30fps
1080p@30/60fps
1080p@120/240fps (slow motion)
720p@960fps (slow motion)

📸 Front camera

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986W 512GB)Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Pro
Front camera (secondary)10 megapixels32 megapixels
Front camera resolution3872x2592 pixels6528x4896 pixels
Video recording (secondary)4K UHD (3840x2160)Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal length26mm (lens)26mm (lens)
Sensor size1/3.2" inches1/2.8" inches
Pixel size1.22µm pixel0.8µm pixel

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986W 512GB)Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Pro
LoudspeakerStereo sound
32-bit/384kHz
Dolby Atmos
Tuned by AKG
Mono sound (not stereo)
24-bit/192kHz
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioFMFM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986W 512GB)Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Pro
USBUSB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio outputType-C reversible connector3.5mm jack
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)USB Type-C (reversible)
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 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNASupportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDouA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedSupported

🧭 Sensors

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986W 512GB)Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Pro
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
ANT+
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
UWB (Ultra Wideband)
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986W 512GB)Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Pro
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity4500 mAh5260 mAh
Charger, watts25W Wired fast charging
USB Power Delivery 3.0
30W Wired fast charging
USB Power Delivery 3.0
Inductive / wireless charging15W Qi wireless charging (Qi/PMA)
4.5W Reverse wireless charging
Not supported
Talk time autonomyfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Standbyfeature not registeredfeature not registered

➕ Other features

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986W 512GB)Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Pro
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
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: Mystic Black, Mystic Bronze, Mystic White
• Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor
• Bixby
• Samsung Wireless DeX
• Samsung Pay (MST, NFC)
• Stylus pen (Bluetooth integration)
• Colors: Midnight Black, Glacier White, Aurora Green
• Google Pay

☢️ Radiation rate

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986W 512GB)Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Pro
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)0.7W/kg (head), 1.26W/kg (body)1.19W/kg (head), 1.18W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registered1.11W/kg (head), 1.39W/kg (body)
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