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- Samsung Galaxy S20 vs Galaxy S10: Samsung's new and old flagship product comparison
Samsung has just launched its new range of high-end smartphones, the Galaxy S20 series, and all three phones (the entry-level device joins the S20 Plus and S20 Ultra) are packed with high-end features and specifications. However, the previous year's Samsung Galaxy S10 lineup was at the top of our list of the best phones of the year, so Samsung had to release some pretty amazing S20 phones to round out its 2019 offerings. Compare the basic Samsung Galaxy S20 to the Galaxy S10 from the previous year? We confront them to find out.
Samsung Galaxy S20 vs Galaxy S10 price and release date
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(Image credit: Future) You can pick up the Samsung Galaxy S20 for €999, with prices to be confirmed at a later time at the time of writing. By comparison, the Samsung Galaxy S10 cost €899 / £799 / AU$1,349 for its 128GB model and €1,149 / £999 / AU$1,699 for the 512GB model, and in the first year of its life. , saw prices drop by about 25%, with a drop of about 30% during sales. It should be noted that although the Samsung Galaxy S20 is the lowest-end device in its series, the S10 was sitting in the middle, so there will naturally be differences between the phones. The two phones were unveiled in mid-February of their respective years, as Samsung has a yearly release schedule with most of its devices. Of course, the S10 is already available, while the Samsung Galaxy S20 will hit stores on March 6 in the US and March 13 in the UK.
Samsung Galaxy S20 vs Galaxy S10 design and display
The Samsung Galaxy S20 (Image credit: Future) The Samsung Galaxy S20's screen is slightly larger than the S10, at 6.2-inches and 6.1-inches respectively, but that's not much of a difference when you consider that the Galaxy S20 Ultra has a large 6.9-inch screen. You can start to see the difference between the displays when you look at the quality of each one. The Galaxy S10 has a QHD+ display with a 3040 x 1440 resolution, but the Galaxy S20's display is WQHD+ and has a 3200 x 1440 resolution. However, since the S20 is slightly larger, the pixel density it's nearly identical, hitting 563 pixels per inch on the Galaxy S20 and 550 on the Galaxy S10. One big difference between the two phones is the refresh rate, because while the Samsung Galaxy S10 has a "standard" screen at 60Hz, the Galaxy S20 doubles that at 120Hz. This means the screen refreshes twice as fast. , making movement more fluid whether you're browsing TechRadar, watching a movie, or playing games. Touch input speed is also doubled on the Galaxy S20, at 240Hz instead of 120Hz, which means that when you touch the screen, the Galaxy S20 picks it up faster. This is mainly useful for games. In terms of size, the two phones are not much different, with the Samsung Galaxy S20 measuring 151.7 x 69.1 x 7.9mm and the Galaxy S10 measuring 149.9 x 70.4 x 7.8mm. They differ by only 6g in terms of weight, at 163g and 157g respectively.
The Samsung Galaxy S10 (Image credit: Future) The Samsung Galaxy S20 and S10 aren't much different either, at least on the front, with curved screens on the front broken up by hole-punch cameras (albeit in different places on the front). front) 39; screen). There are more differences on the back, because while the Samsung Galaxy S10 has a horizontal camera block, the Galaxy S20 has its snaps housed in a smooth rectangle in the top left corner. Both phones have glass screens and aluminum-framed backs, and there are a range of color versions to choose from. Both are IP68 certified for resistance to water and dust.
Samsung Galaxy S20 vs Galaxy S10 cameras
Samsung Galaxy S20 camera (Image credit: Future) There are three rear cameras on the Samsung Galaxy S20 and S10, and the lenses are similar in function: main, telephoto for zoom, and ultra-wide for a larger field of view. . We have put a table below detailing the resolutions of these cameras. Samsung Galaxy S20 Camera Samsung Galaxy S10 Main 12MP f/1.812MP f/1.5-f/2.4 Telephoto 64MP f/2.012MP f/2.4 Ultra Wide 12MP f/2.216MP f/2.2 As you can see, the Samsung Galaxy S20 telephoto lens stands out with a 64MP sensor, and this supports 3x and 30x optical zoom for taking long-range photos, compared to the S2's 10x optical zoom. There are also a variety of camera features found on the Samsung Galaxy S20, such as Live Focus and Live Focus Video, which allow you to change the background of a photo or photo. ; a video (such as shooting it in black and white or increasing the blur of the background). ), as well as various scene optimization modes, slow-motion shooting, etc. The Samsung Galaxy S10 also has its share of camera modes, and it's worth noting that the few Galaxy S20 camera modes that aren't on the S10 could end up in the near future. When we tested the Galaxy S20 series, we were fans of the camera mode. single shot, which allows you to take photos with all lenses at once to try and get the best possible shot of your subject. This mode can also be found on the S10. If you're a fan of video recording, keep in mind that the Samsung Galaxy S20 can shoot 8K video, a leap from the Galaxy S4's 10K. The cameras on the front of the Samsung Galaxy S20 and Galaxy S10 are 10 MP, so their photographic capabilities will likely be very similar.
The Samsung Galaxy S10 has three rear lenses, as does the S20 (Image credit: future)
Samsung Galaxy S20 vs Galaxy S10 battery life
In the Samsung Galaxy S20, you'll find a 4000mAh battery, which is a big step up from the Galaxy S3400's 10mAh power supply. As a result, and also because the new phone isn't that much bigger in terms of screen real estate, the S20 will likely last a bit longer before needing to be powered up. Charging speed is also faster on the Galaxy S20, with 25W fast charging, compared to 15W on the Galaxy S10. Since other companies have revealed charging tech that kicks in at 100W, none of these speeds are impressive, but faster is still better. There's also wireless charging and wireless power sharing (using the phone as a wireless charger for other devices) on both phones, which will be useful for some users.
Specifications of the Samsung Galaxy S20 vs Galaxy S10
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Samsung Galaxy S10 (Image credit: Future) The Samsung Galaxy S10 launched with Android 9, though if you buy this phone now you can easily upgrade to Android 10, which the Samsung Galaxy S20 launched with. Both phones have the Samsung One UI on top, which has a slightly pastel aesthetic and makes the icons large and rounded. The chipset powering the Galaxy S10 is either the Snapdragon 855 or the Exynos 9820 (depending on where in the world you are), while the Galaxy S20 has either the Snapdragon 865 or the Exynos 990. The two pairs of chipsets were the processors. high-end when the phones launched, and while the latter two will naturally offer more processing power, they should all be more than sufficient for most uses. Unlike the Galaxy S10, the Samsung Galaxy S20 is also a 5G phone, in most regions. In some places, you can buy a 4G-only version of the phone, but this device has less trial time. One difference between the devices that some people would really care about is in the RAM department. The Samsung Galaxy S20 has 12GB of RAM, but the older Galaxy S10 launched with just 8GB, so if you need maximum memory for your phone, the newer phone is for you. There's no real difference in storage though, the two phones offer 128GB, though there's a 256GB version of the S10 as well. For more storage on the S20, you need to use a microSD card or upgrade to the S20 Plus or Ultra models.
To go
It seems that the differences between the Samsung Galaxy S20 and the Galaxy S10 are mainly increases in specifications for the new device, such as the improved chipset, battery and RAM. Sure, there are some big advances, especially in the telephoto lens with its 64MP sensor and 120Hz screen, so some people may find these reasons to upgrade, but others may not. judge enough to justify a higher cost. If you want a new phone that will last you as long as possible, the Samsung Galaxy S20 with its 5G and premium chipset should be with you for a few years.