Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G SM-G988U 128GB Smartphone (Unlocked, Cosmic Gray)

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Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G SM-G988U 128GB Smartphone (Unlocked, Cosmic Gray)
Key Features
  • CDMA + GSM / 4G LTE + 5G Compatible
  • North American Variant
  • Quad Camera System with 108MP Wide Cam
  • Up to 100x Space Zoom
5G network speeds and 8K videos only scratch the surface of what the Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G SM-G988U 128GB Smartphone from Samsung has to offer. The quad camera system features a 12MP ultra-wide, 48MP telephoto, DepthVision, and mammoth 108MP wide camera - plus a 40MP selfie cam. 108MP is so detailed that you can crop and print multiple images out of it without losing detail. The S20 Ultra can also get close - really close - thanks to a 100x Space Zoom that can pull out subjects you didn't even know were there. You can even snatch hi-res 33MP images from still frames within your 8K videos.
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Samsung S20 Ultra Overview

5G network speeds and 8K videos only scratch the surface of what the Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G SM-G988U 128GB Smartphone from Samsung has to offer. The quad camera system features a 12MP ultra-wide, 48MP telephoto, DepthVision, and mammoth 108MP wide camera - plus a 40MP selfie cam. 108MP is so detailed that you can crop and print multiple images out of it without losing detail. The S20 Ultra can also get close - really close - thanks to a 100x Space Zoom that can pull out subjects you didn't even know were there. You can even snatch hi-res 33MP images from still frames within your 8K videos.

A gigantic 6.9", HDR10+ certified, AMOLED 2X display is not just your viewfinder for saving memories, but it's also your portal for experiencing new moments with the latest in mobile entertainment. The nearly bezel-less Infinity-O display has no notch, just a small cutout for the selfie camera, helping to immerse you in your games and streaming video. Content that will look brilliant at 3200 x 1400 resolution, and run smooth with support for a 120 Hz refresh rate (up to 1080p).

Powering everything is a large 5000mAh battery for all-day power. Under the hood, the Galaxy S20 Ultra runs the Android 10 operating system and sports a 7nm 64-bit 2.8 GHz processor, Snapdragon 865 chipset, and 12GB of RAM. Your 8K videos, 108MP shots, 100x zoomed photos, and more can be saved on the Galaxy S20 Ultra's 128GB of internal storage, which can be upgraded with an (optional) microSD card up to 1TB in size.

Android 10
The Android operating system is a personalized and customizable OS that allows you to add your favorite apps or widgets to your home screen and integrates heavily with Google's services. You can even download new themes using the Google Play Store, which offers access to millions of apps, games, books, music, movies, and more. Android 10 adds a wide variety of intelligent features, additional privacy controls, and other enhancements that make using your Android phone more enjoyable. Some features include Live Caption, which captions running videos, podcasts, and audio messages without the need for Wi-Fi or cellular data; Smart Reply, which suggests both responses to and actions for texts; and Family Link, which lets you manage apps, set screen time limits, and more.
GSM + CDMA / 4G LTE + 5G Wireless Connectivity
This phone is designed to work on select CDMA, GSM & 5G networks. 5G is a cellular network data protocol capable of extremely fast data speeds that rival, or surpass, that of wired broadband Internet providers. 5G speeds can vary considerably based on location, but on average, should have no problem streaming 4K video. As 5G upgrades over time, mobile AR and VR applications could become possible. The phone is backwards compatible with 4G LTE, 3G, and 2G data for locations that do not support 5G.
Note: Not compatible with all cellular networks. Please make sure your provider uses a frequency or band that this phone supports. You can check which bands this phone works with within the product's Specifications tab.
North American Variant / US Compatible 5G
The SM-G988U is a US variant of the Galaxy S20 Ultra. It may be used in other parts of the world; however, 5G access may be limited or unsupported, depending on the network.
8K Video with 8K Video Snap
Capture 8K videos for extremely high definition videos that you can stream to YouTube and cast to a compatible Samsung 8K TV. The videos are so detailed that you can scan frame-by-frame, and cherry-pick the best moments to save as hi-res 33MP still photos.
Night Mode
A large image sensor pulls in more light to brighten low-light shots. This mode will also capture multiple photos at once and merge them together, providing you with a final image that has minimal blur and noise.
Single Take
Utilizing built-in AI, Single Take will shoot from 3 to 10 seconds from every camera, saving a host of images in different formats and styles. Choose your favorite style with reshooting or risking a missing opportunity.
Super Steady
Combining the large image sensor with an anti-rolling stabilizer, built-in AI counters heavy camera shake like an action cam. Altogether, the S20 Ultra uses these technologies to turn blurry and unstable video into super smooth footage.
Editing & Pro Mode
These two features provide you with customization options and a suite of enhancements to make your images and video look more professional.
  • Make edits to multiple videos and photos
  • Insert transitions and subtitles
  • Change video speeds
  • Merge photos and 4K video together to make a highlight reel
  • Adjust ISO, shutter speed, exposure settings, and more
Quick Share
Without needing to pair any phones together, this feature looks to see how many of your contacts are nearby and lets you share content with up to 5 of them at the same time.
Night Hyperlapse
The larger image sensors let in more light for more vibrant night shots. With Night Hyperlapse, this means you can shoot video with long exposure-style captures for striking light trails.
Additional Camera Features
HDR: Shoot images and video with more contrast and true-to-life hues
HDR10+ & Dynamic Tone Mapping: Keep colors and contrast accurate when filming with the rear cameras
Bokeh: Blur out backgrounds in photos and video for an artistic effect
Super Slow-Mo: Shoot up to 960 fps in 720p resolution
Front & Back 4K: Shoot up to 4K UHD resolution in the rear and selfie cameras, switching seamlessly between the two as you record
AR Doodle: Create eye-catching videos with 3D creations that track your face and the space around you
3D Scanner: Scan real-life objects to create 3D animations
Quick Measure: In a pinch, use your camera as a measuring tape
Eye Care Display
Helps prevent eyestrain and sleep disturbances by reducing blue light at the pixel level without sacrificing color.
Ultrasonic Fingerprint
Built into the screen, it pulses to detect the 3D ridges and valleys of your prints for invisible security for your private data.
Surround Sound
Stereo audio enhanced by Dolby Atmos technology to give your media and music a rich, 3D sound experience.
One UI 2
Samsung's One UI 2 is a software overlay for Android that changes the Galaxy S20 Ultra to provide you with customizations and enhancements that are meant to keep you focused, make you more productive, and streamline accessibility of the phone's apps and functions.
IP68 Water Resistance
Don't sweat a little rain - or sweat - with IP68 water resistance that lets the Galaxy S20 Ultra can withstand being in up to 4.9' of water for up to 30 minutes.
All-Day Power
The built-in battery is combined with intelligent AI that adjusts to your mobile habits, helping to save you power and last longer on a single charge.
Additional Power Features
Super-fast charging to give you hours of power in just minutes
Fast wireless charging 2.0 with an optional wireless charger
Wireless Powershare lets you charge your compatible earbuds, watch, and an additional phone with an optional charger
Quick Launch
Designate your favorite apps to launch instantly.
Responsive Touch
The touchscreen is engineered to be hyper-responsive for fast interaction and control in mobile gaming apps.
Music Share
Take control of the playlist by pairing with a friend's phone via Bluetooth and playing music through the speaker they're connected to.
Google Duo
Designed to give you smooth face-to-face video calls seamlessly through your Phone, Messages, or Contacts apps.
Bixby
Samsung's digital assistant that's ready to answer questions, perform tasks, and open apps via voice commands.
Bixby Vision
Used in conjunction with the Galaxy S20 Ultra's cameras, Bixby Vision lets you identify and get more information on the world around you.
Samsung Knox
A built-in multi-layered security system built from the chip up to protect your private information.
Authentication
In addition to the ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint reader, you can unlock your phone with facial recognition, a PIN, drawing pattern on the screen, or with a custom password.
Samsung DeX
The Galaxy S20 Ultra is compatible with Samsung DeX to provide desktop-like functionality and the ability to use a TV or monitor to operate the phone.

Samsung S20 UltraSpecs

Key Specs
Operating System
Android 10
Display Size
6.9"
Native Resolution
3200 x 1440
Ports
1x USB-C (USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1)
Camera System
Front
40 MP Sensor with a 26mm f/2.2 Lens (80° FoV)
Rear
Wide: 108 MP 1/1.33"-Type Sensor with a 26mm f/1.8 Lens (120° FoV)
Telephoto: 48 MP 1/2"-Type Sensor (0.8 µm Pixels) with a f/3.6 Lens
Ultra Wide: 12 MP Sensor (1.4 µm Pixels) with a 13mm f/2.2 Lens
Depth Sensing: 0.3 MP Sensor
Performance
Operating System
Android 10
Memory
12 GB
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon865
CPU
2.84 GHz Kryo 585 Single-Core
2.42 GHz Kryo 585 Triple-Core
1.8 GHz Kryo 585 Quad-Core
GPU
Adreno 650
Storage
128 GB
Display
Size
6.9"
Display Size
6.9"
Native Resolution
3200 x 1440
Refresh Rate
60 Hz (at QHD+ Resolution)
120 Hz (at FHD+ Resolution)
Display Colors
16.0 Million
Aspect Ratio
20:9
Pixel Density
511 ppi
Panel Type
OLED
Screen Coating
Gorilla Glass 6
Input/Output Connectors
Ports
1x USB-C (USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1)
Speaker
Yes
Flash Media Slot
1 x microSDXC
SIM Card Slots
1x Nano SIM
Communications
CDMA 2G
CDMA: 800, 1900 MHz
GSM 2G
GSM, GPRS, EDGE: 850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz
CDMA 3G
CDMA2000, EV-DO: 800, 1900 MHz
GSM 3G/3.5G
UMTS, HSPA+: 850, 900, 1700, 1900, 2100 MHz
4G LTE
LTE: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 Bands
5G NR
n2, n5, n41, n66, n71, n260, n261 Bands
Wi-Fi
Yes, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.0 + LE 
NFC
Yes
GPS
Yes
ANT+ Support
Yes
FM Radio
Yes
Camera System
Camera System
Front
40 MP Sensor with a 26mm f/2.2 Lens (80° FoV)
Rear
Wide: 108 MP 1/1.33"-Type Sensor with a 26mm f/1.8 Lens (120° FoV)
Telephoto: 48 MP 1/2"-Type Sensor (0.8 µm Pixels) with a f/3.6 Lens
Ultra Wide: 12 MP Sensor (1.4 µm Pixels) with a 13mm f/2.2 Lens
Depth Sensing: 0.3 MP Sensor
Camera Flash
Yes
Focus Type
Rear Wide/Telephoto: Phase-Detect Autofocus
Video Recording
Front
UHD 4K at up to 60 fps
1080p at up to 30 fps
Rear
UHD 8K at up to 24 fps
UHD 4K at up to 60 fps
1080p at up to 60 fps (240 fps in Slow-Mo Mode)
720p at up to 30 fps (960 fps in Slow-Mo Mode)
General
Biometric Authentication
Fingerprint (Under-Screen)
Face Scanner
Sensors
Accelerometer, Barometer (Altimeter), Compass, Face ID, Fingerprint, Gyroscope, Proximity
Water Resistance
Submersible
IP Rating
IP68
Keyboard
Virtual
Battery
Internal Lithium-Ion (5000.0 mAh)
Fast Charging Technology
USB Power Delivery
Wireless Charging
Qi, PMA up to 15 W
Dimensions (W x H x D)
3.0 x 6.6 x 0.3" / 76.0 x 166.9 x 8.8 mm
Weight
7.83 oz / 222 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.12 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.3 x 3.7 x 2.7"

Samsung S20 Ultra Reviews

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Why is Exynos being sold in the US?

Why is Exynos being sold in the US?
Asked by: Pario
This is an international variant of this phone.
Answered by: Nilson D
Date published: 2020-10-19

Can I have 2 SIM cards and the SD memory, or do I ...

Can I have 2 SIM cards and the SD memory, or do I forfeit the second SIM for the memory card?
Asked by: Nathan
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra SM-G988BD has 1 x Nano SIM and 1 x Nano SIM (Shared with Memory Card Slot) so you will lose it when using a microSD.
Answered by: Miguel
Date published: 2020-10-01

What is the maximum length of videos?

What is the maximum length of videos?
Asked by: sergio
If you're referring to the 8k video, 5 minutes is the maximum record time.
Answered by: Bennie
Date published: 2020-09-04

Does north American variant works in india.

Does north American variant works in india.
Asked by: Moni
Yes, it works in India. However, depending on the carrier it may not have access to all bands. Please use the finder to select your country and carrier to verify compatibility.
Answered by: Dov
Date published: 2020-07-12

Specs tell that one of the rear camera is: " ...

Specs tell that one of the rear camera is: " Wide: 108 MP 1/1.33" Sensor with 26mm f/1.8 Lens" But what is the actual resolution of the output image of that rear camera? Thank you!
Asked by: AQUILES
The rear camera video recording resolution options for Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G SM-G988U are as follow: UHD 8K at up to 24 fps UHD 4K at up to 60 fps 1080p at up to 60 fps 720p at up to 30 fps As per manufacturer: Wired: supports DisplayPort over USB type-C. Supports video out when connecting via HDMI Adapter. (DisplayPort 4K UHD at 60 fps)
Answered by: Rafael
Date published: 2020-06-09

Is this unlocked version a dual sim model or ...

Is this unlocked version a dual sim model or single sim model?
Asked by: Matthew
This is a single sim Unlocked model.
Answered by: Dov
Date published: 2020-05-03

Will this phone work on the TMobile network ?

Will this phone work on the TMobile network ?
Asked by: S Sean
Yes it will work with t-Mobile.
Answered by: Mark
Date published: 2020-04-07

I currently have an AT&T cell account using the ...

I currently have an AT&T cell account using the Samsung Galaxy S4. Will this phone work with my AT&T account?
Asked by: Carl
Yes this works 100% on the AT&T Network
Answered by: Dov
Date published: 2020-04-05
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