Overall Score
58.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#3277)58.9
Performance(#4824)60.3
Camera(#3124)43.1
Display(#6478)67.5
Battery(#2435)58.5
Build(#1582)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy M20
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy M20 features a plastic build with a glass front, measuring 156.4 x 74.5 x 8.8 mm and weighing 186 grams, available in Ocean Blue and Charcoal Black.
- Its 6.3-inch PLS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 409 ppi, but lacks HDR support.
- Powered by the Exynos 7904 chipset, it utilizes an octa-core CPU and Mali-G71 MP2 GPU, ensuring decent performance for everyday tasks.
- The camera setup includes a 13 MP main sensor and a 5 MP ultrawide lens, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera caters to selfies.
- A robust 5000 mAh battery supports 15W charging, ensuring extended usage without frequent recharges.
- The device runs on Android 8.1 Oreo, upgradeable to Android 10 with One UI 2 for a modern user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The phone features a USB Type-C 2.0 port and retains a headphone jack for audio.
- Overall, the Galaxy M20 is a well-rounded device with solid specifications for its release period.
Specifications
General
Release Date2019, January 28
Announced2019, January 28
DescriptionVersions: SM-M205F/DS (Global); SM-M205FN/DS (Europe); SM-M205G/DS (APAC); SM-M205M/DS (LATAM/Brazil)
Display
Size6.3"
TypePLS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~409 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetExynos 7904 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x1.8 GHz Cortex-A73 & 6x1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-G71 MP2
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/1.9, 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF5 MP, f/2.2, 12mm (ultrawide)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0, 25mm (wide)
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions156.4 x 74.5 x 8.8 mm (6.16 x 2.93 x 0.35 in)
Weight186 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsOcean Blue, Charcoal Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat12 600/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, One UI 2
OS VersionAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, One UI 2
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes