Samsung Galaxy Note 20 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
The Verdict
Samsung's Galaxy Note 20 delivers a refined traditional flagship experience with its stunning 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display, excellent Snapdragon 865+ processor, and versatile camera system featuring 8K video and 3x hybrid zoom. Battery life reaches a solid full day with 4300mAh capacity and 25W charging. However, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 represents the pinnacle of mobile innovation with its revolutionary 7.6-inch inner foldable display running at 120Hz with 2600 nits brightness, superior Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, enhanced 50MP main camera, and significantly more RAM/storage options. While the Z Fold 6 costs nearly double at $1900 and weighs more, its transformative form factor, cutting-edge specifications, and four-year newer technology justify the premium. For productivity-focused users and early adopters, the Z Fold 6 is the clear choice. Traditional flagship seekers will find excellent value in the Note 20's proven design.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 if…
- →S Pen productivity features
- →5G connectivity
- →Samsung DeX support
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 if…
- →Lighter and slimmer than the Z Fold 5
- →Improved 2600-nit displays inside and out
- →Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy performance
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
Pros
- S Pen productivity features
- 5G connectivity
- Samsung DeX support
- Good performance with Snapdragon 865+
- Lighter than Note 20 Ultra
Cons
- Plastic (Glasstic) back at $999
- 60Hz display — no 120Hz
- FHD+ only, no QHD option
- Flat display lacked premium feel of Ultra
- Significant compromises versus Ultra model
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Pros
- Lighter and slimmer than the Z Fold 5
- Improved 2600-nit displays inside and out
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy performance
- Galaxy AI optimized for the foldable display
- Seven years of software support
Cons
- Very expensive at $1899
- Charging still capped at 25W
- Visible inner display crease remains
- Cameras lag behind the S24 Ultra
- IP48 rating (no dust protection)
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Note 20 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 10, One UI 2.5 | Android 14, One UI 6.1.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 192 g | 239 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass 5 (Glasstic back) | Armor Aluminum frame |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP48 |
| Dimensions | 161.6 x 75.2 x 8.3 mm | 153.5 x 132.6 x 5.6 mm unfolded |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 10 MP, f/2.2 | 10 MP cover, 4 MP under-display |
| Video | 8K@24fps, 4K@60fps | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps |
| Telephoto | 64 MP, f/2.0, 3x hybrid zoom | 10 MP 3x optical |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4300 mAh | 4400 mAh |
| Charging | 25W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W wireless | 15W |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 7.6 inches inner, 6.3 inches cover |
| Type | Super AMOLED Plus | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2160 x 1856 inner, 2376 x 968 cover |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1000 | 2600 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.09 GHz + 3x2.42 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.39 GHz + 5x3.1 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 650 | Adreno 750 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 |
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