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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 (SM-F936U 256GB) vs Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986B/DS 256GB)

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

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 (SM-F936U 256GB)
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7.6"
AMOLED

1812x2176

50
MP

10mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

4400
mAh

(Non removable)

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Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986B/DS 256GB)
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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-N986B/DS 256GB)

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 Z Fold 4 (SM-F936U 256GB)8 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 (SM-F936U 256GB)vsGalaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986B/DS 256GB)9 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986B/DS 256GB)
+3.19GHz 64bit Octa-core (4nm)33%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster		vs2.73GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)
+UFS 3.1Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.		vsUFS 3.0
+6.3 millimeters (0.25 inches)29%
Thinner		vs8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)
+7.6"10%
Larger screen		vs6.9"
+5G NRAdvantage
The 5G NR network is newer and faster		vs5G SA/NSA
+1 slot (Single-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.		vs2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax wifi6/6E (2.4Ghz, 5Ghz, 6Ghz) + MIMOAdvantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax wifi6/6E (2.4Ghz, 5Ghz, 6Ghz) + MIMO is newer and faster		vs802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax wifi6 (2.4Ghz, 5Ghz) + MIMO
+5.2 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.2 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster		vs5.0 + A2DP/LE
Not supportedvs+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
263 grams (9.21 ounces)vs+208 grams (7.28 ounces)26%
Lighter
Aluminum frame, flexible plastic screen, glass backvs+Stainless steel body, glass front/backAdvantage
More resistant material
1812x2176 pixelsvs+1440x3088 pixels13%
Higher resolution screen
373 PPIvs+494 PPI32%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
(triple camera) 50MP + 10MP + 12MPvs+(triple camera) 108MP + 12MP + 12MP83%
Higher resolution main camera
Not supportedvs+ANT+Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
4400 mAhvs+4500 mAh2%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supportedvs+Gorilla Glass VictusAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
44 Common items in both devices
12GB LPDDR5
256GB (216GB available) / 256GB (221GB available)
Dynamic AMOLED
HDR10+
120Hz
16 million
LED flash
+37 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 (SM-F936U 256GB)Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986B/DS 256GB)
ModelGalaxy Z Fold 4 (SM-F936U 256GB)Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986B/DS 256GB)
Other model namesGalaxy Fold4 5G (SM-F936U1)Galaxy Note20 Ultra SM-N986B/Dual-SIM (Exynos)
Country or region availableUSA
USA		(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandSamsungSamsung
Release date8/25/2022, Announced: 8/10/20228/21/2020, Announced: 8/5/2020
Depth6.3 millimeters (0.25 inches)8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)
Size (width x height)130.1 x 155.1 millimeters (5.12 x 6.11 in)77.2 x 164.8 millimeters (3.04 x 6.49 in)
Weight263 grams (9.21 ounces)208 grams (7.28 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum frame, flexible plastic screen, glass backStainless steel body, glass front/back
Protection against water and othersIPX8 certified: water resistant up to 1.5 meters and 30minIP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant

🤖 Operating System

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 (SM-F936U 256GB)Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986B/DS 256GB)
System versionAndroid 12Android 10
Firmware updateAndroid 13Android 13
User InterfaceOne UI 4.1 / 5.0One UI 2.5 / 3.1 / 4.1 / 5.0

⚙️ Processor

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 (SM-F936U 256GB)Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986B/DS 256GB)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (SM8475) (4nm)64bit: Samsung Exynos 990 (7nm)
CPUOcta-core, 3 processors:
1x 3.19GHz ARM Cortex-X2 (Single-core)
3x 2.75GHz ARM Cortex-A710 (Triple-core)
4x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A510 (Quad-core)		Octa-core, 3 processors:
2x 2.73GHz Mongoose M5 (Dual-core)
2x 2.5GHz ARM Cortex-A76 (Dual-core)
4x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A55 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 730 (818MHz)ARM Mali-G77 MP11 (800MHz)
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 964622 (v9)
Geekbench: 3981 (v5.1)
GFXBench: 43fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)		AnTuTu: 508760 (v8)
Geekbench: 2603 (v5.1)
GFXBench: 42fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

💽 Memory and storage

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 (SM-F936U 256GB)Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986B/DS 256GB)
RAM memory12GB LPDDR512GB LPDDR5
Internal storage256GB (216GB available)
UFS 3.1		256GB (221GB available)
UFS 3.0
External storageNot supportedUntil 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)

📲 Display

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 (SM-F936U 256GB)Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986B/DS 256GB)
Display typeDynamic AMOLEDDynamic AMOLED
Screen size7.6" inches6.9" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~90.8% (screen-to-body ratio)~92.5% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1812x2176 pixels1440x3088 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)373 PPI494 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass Victus
Refresh rate120Hz120Hz
Display features1200nits[peak]
HDR10+
Always-On Display
Back: Gorilla Glass Victus+
Extra display: Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.2" (904x2316), 120Hz, Gorilla Glass Victus+		1500nits[peak]
HDR10+
Always-On Display
120Hz@FHD
60Hz@QHD

📶 Mobile networks

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 (SM-F936U 256GB)Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986B/DS 256GB)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim cardDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM		2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload5000/1024 Mbps5000/1024 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G, 5G2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Frequency, bandsExpand band detailsCollapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100		UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48)
VoLTE		LTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkSA/NSA/Sub6 (2, 5, 25, 41, 66, 71)
mmWave (260, 261)		SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 40, 77, 78)
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, 5G SA/NSA, 5G NRGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, 5G SA/NSA
Secondary 2G networkCDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100		UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48)
VoLTE		LTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, 5G SA/NSA, 5G NRGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A

📷 Camera

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 (SM-F936U 256GB)Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986B/DS 256GB)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
50 megapixels
10MP telephotof/2.466mm1.0µmPDAFOIS3x-optical-zoom
12MP ultrawidef/2.2123°12mm1.12µm		(triple camera)
108 megapixels
12MP periscope telephotof/3.0120mm1.0µmPDAFOIS5x-optical-zoom50x-hybrid-zoom
12MP ultrawidef/2.2120°13mm1/2.55"1.4µm
Main camera resolution8160x6120 pixels12000x9000 pixels
Video recording (primary)8K UHD (7680x4320) 24 fps8K UHD (7680x4320) 24 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.8 (aperture)f/1.8 (aperture)
Focal length23mm lens26mm lens
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/1.33" inches
Pixel size1µm pixel0.8µm pixel
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras
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/video on both cameras
Camera extras8K@24fps
4K@30/60fps
1080p@30/60fps
1080p@240fps (slow motion)
720p@960fps (slow motion)
Extra cover camera: 4MP (f/1.8 2.0µm)		4K@60fps
1080p@240fps
720p@960fps

📸 Front camera

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 (SM-F936U 256GB)Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986B/DS 256GB)
Front camera (secondary)10 megapixels10 megapixels
Front camera resolution3872x2592 pixels3872x2592 pixels
Video recording (secondary)4K UHD (3840x2160)4K UHD (3840x2160)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length24mm lens26mm lens
Sensor size1/3" inches1/3.2" inches
Pixel size1.22µm pixel1.22µm pixel

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 (SM-F936U 256GB)Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986B/DS 256GB)
LoudspeakerStereo sound
32-bit/384kHz
Dolby Atmos
Tuned by AKG		Stereo sound
32-bit/384kHz
Dolby Atmos
Tuned by AKG
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedNot supported
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

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 (SM-F936U 256GB)Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986B/DS 256GB)
USBUSB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoUSB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio outputType-C reversible connectorType-C reversible connector
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)USB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth5.2 + A2DP/LE5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax wifi6/6E (2.4Ghz, 5Ghz, 6Ghz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot		802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax wifi6 (2.4Ghz, 5Ghz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNASupportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDouA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 (SM-F936U 256GB)Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986B/DS 256GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient Light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
UWB (Ultra Wide Band)		Accelerometer
Ambient Light sensor
ANT+
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
UWB (Ultra Wide Band)
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 (SM-F936U 256GB)Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986B/DS 256GB)
Battery typeLiPo: Li-Ion polymer (Non removable)Li-Ion: Lithium-Ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity4400 mAh4500 mAh
Charger, watts25W Wired fast charging
Reverse charging by cable
15W Qi Wireless charging (Qi/WPC)
4.5W Reverse wireless charging
USB Power Delivery 3.0		25W Wired fast charging
15W Qi wireless charging (Qi/PMA)
4.5W Reverse wireless charging
USB Power Delivery 3.0
Talk time autonomy39 hours (1.6 days)feature not registered
Standbyfeature not registeredfeature not registered

➕ Other features

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 (SM-F936U 256GB)Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986B/DS 256GB)
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: Phantom Black, Graygreen, Beige, Burgundy
- Stylus pen support
- Samsung DeX
- Samsung Pay		- Colors: Mystic Black, Mystic Bronze, Mystic White
- Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor
- Bixby
- Samsung Wireless DeX
- Samsung Pay (MST, NFC)
- Stylus pen (Bluetooth integration)

☢️ Radiation rate

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 (SM-F936U 256GB)Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986B/DS 256GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)0.96W/kg (head), 0.92W/kg (body)feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registered0.338W/kg (head), 1.47W/kg (body)
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