Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Review: S Pen Productivity at a Lower Entry Point

## Design and Build: Note DNA, Accessible Price  The Galaxy Note 20 was the more affordable sibling of the Note 20 Ultra, designed to bring the S Pen experience to a wider audience. The Infinity-O display with a hole-punch camera and the polycarbonate back (a notable difference from the Ultra's glass) kept the weight down to 192g. The S Pen silo was still present, and Samsung's Air Actions (gesture controls) worked just as well as on the Ultra. The rear camera housing was distinctive, and the phone was available in a range of colours including the iconic Mystic Bronze. ## Key Features Under the Hood The Galaxy Note 20 was powered by the Snapdragon 865+ or Exynos 990, delivering solid performance for productivity tasks. Here is a quick look at the standout specs: - **S Pen:** Built-in with Bluetooth Air Actions for remote control of presentations, camera shutter, and media playback. - **Display:** 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED Plus, 60Hz. The flat display was practical for S Pen use and more durable. - **Camera:** 12MP main + 12MP ultra-wide + 64MP telephoto (3x hybrid zoom). The 64MP telephoto sensor enabled high-quality zoom shots. - **DeX:** Samsung DeX works wirelessly or through USB-C for a desktop-like experience. - **Battery:** 4,300mAh with 25W charging. ## The Verdict The Galaxy Note 20 was a more accessible entry point into the Note ecosystem. While it made some compromises compared to the Ultra — plastic back, lower display resolution — it still delivered the core S Pen experience and DeX productivity. Check out the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 in the shop today.