Overall Score
78.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#414)78.5
Performance(#438)93.0
Camera(#299)96.7
Display(#1013)86.8
Battery(#434)87.2
Build(#659)81.6
Connectivity(#693)84.0
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy Note10 5G
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy Note10 5G features a sleek design with a glass front and back, complemented by an aluminum frame, measuring 151 x 71.8 x 7.9 mm and weighing 168 grams.
- Its 6.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2280 pixels with HDR10+ support, providing vibrant colors and sharp images.
- Powered by either the Exynos 9825 or Snapdragon 855 chipset, it delivers robust performance with an octa-core CPU and 12GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a versatile triple rear setup with a 12 MP wide, 12 MP telephoto, and 16 MP ultrawide lens, capable of 4K video recording and enhanced low-light performance.
- A 3500 mAh battery supports 25W wired and wireless charging, ensuring all-day usage.
- Running on Android 9.0 with an upgrade path to Android 12 and One UI 4, it offers a user-friendly interface.
- The device includes 5G connectivity, dual-band Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5.0 for fast data transfer.
- Additional features include stereo speakers and a range of color options like Aura Glow and Aura White.
- The absence of a headphone jack may be a consideration for some users.
- Overall, it combines premium build quality with high-end specifications.
Specifications
General
Release Date2019
Announced2019
DescriptionAlso available with 4G/LTE onlyVersions: SM-N971U (USA); SM-N971N (South Korea)
Display
Size6.3"
TypeDynamic AMOLED, HDR10+
Resolution1080 x 2280 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 6
Performance
ChipsetExynos 9825 (7 nm) - EMEA/LATAMQualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm) - USA/China
CPUOcta-core (2x2.73 GHz Mongoose M4 & 2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A75 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55) - EMEA/LATAMOcta-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485) - USA/China
GPUMali-G76 MP12 - EMEA/LATAMAdreno 640 - USA/China
Memory256GB 12GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera12 MP, f/1.5-2.4, 27mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS12 MP, f/2.1, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 2x optical zoom16 MP, f/2.2, 12mm (ultrawide), 1/3.1", 1.0µm, Super Steady video
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, auto-HDR, panorama
Front Camera10 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS & OIS
Selfie Video4K@30/60fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3500 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details25W wired, PD3.012W wireless (Qi)4.5W reverse wireless
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Safety
Dimensions151 x 71.8 x 7.9 mm (5.94 x 2.83 x 0.31 in)
Weight168 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 6), aluminum frame
ColorsAura Glow, Aura White, Aura Black, Aura Pink, Aura Red
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (7CA) Cat20 2000/150 Mbps, 5G (2+ Gbps DL)
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.1
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 12, One UI 4
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer