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Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5GeSIM Support and Specs

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G supports eSIM. Review Samsung 5G compatibility, key device specs, SIM details, battery, display, camera and network bands for encryptSIM. Released 2020, March 06.

At a glance

Key device specs

eSIM
Ready for instant activation
SIM
Network
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
5G
Display
6.9", 1440x3200 pixels
DSP
Camera
108 MP, 4320p
CAM
Chipset
Exynos 990 (7 nm+) - Global Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G (7 nm+) - USA
CPU
Battery
5000 mAh, 45W 15W
BAT
Storage
128GB/256GB/512GB storage, microSDXC
GB

Does Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G support eSIM?

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G is listed as an eSIM-capable device in the encryptSIM device catalog.

Bring eSIM support above the dense specification table so visitors can make a purchase decision quickly.

eSIM supported

eSIM facts

  • OKActive eSIMs: Supported
  • OKStored eSIMs: Varies by model
  • OKSIM variants: 2 variants

· Nano-SIM + eSIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM

Connectivity profile

  • OKGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
  • OK1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 40, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - SM-G988B
  • OKAvailable. Released 2020, March 06

Install flow

  • OKConfirm device model and regional SIM variant.
  • OKBuy an encryptSIM plan for the destination.
  • OKScan the QR code and activate mobile data.
Device FAQ

Common questions about Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G

Does Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G support eSIM?

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G is listed as an eSIM-capable device in the encryptSIM device catalog. eSIM availability can still vary by region, carrier, firmware, and hardware variant.

Can I use encryptSIM with Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G?

Yes. If your Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G model is unlocked and supports eSIM in your region, you can install an encryptSIM eSIM data plan on it.

Does Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G support 5G?

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G is listed with 5G support. Actual 5G availability depends on the local network, plan, bands, and coverage.

What SIM setup does Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G use?

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G SIM details: · Nano-SIM + eSIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.

Which operating system does Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G use?

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G is listed with Android 10, up to Android 13, One UI 5.1. Software updates and regional firmware can affect setup flows and carrier options.

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Technical details

Detailed Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G specifications

5G

Network Architecture

Technology
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
2g Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
Other
CDMA 800 / 1900 & TD-SCDMA
3g Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
Other 2
CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
4g Bands
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - SM-G988B
Other 3
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 - SM-G988U
5g Bands
1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 40, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - SM-G988B
Other 4
2, 5, 41, 66, 71, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - SM-G988U
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (7CA) Cat20 2000/200 Mbps, 5G (5+ Gbps DL)
GO

Launch & Availability

Announced
2020, February 11
Status
Available. Released 2020, March 06
MM

Physical Attributes

Dimensions
166.9 x 76 x 8.8 mm (6.57 x 2.99 x 0.35 in)
Weight
222 g (7.83 oz)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 6), aluminum frame
Sim
· Nano-SIM + eSIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Other
IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
PX

Display Performance

Type
Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1400 nits (peak)
Size
6.9 inches, 114.0 cm 2 (~89.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
1440 x 3200 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~511 ppi density)
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 6
Other
120Hz@FHD/60Hz@QHD refresh rate
OS

Platform

Os
Android 10, upgradable to Android 13, One UI 5.1
Chipset
Exynos 990 (7 nm+) - Global Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G (7 nm+) - USA
Cpu
Octa-core (2x2.73 GHz Mongoose M5 & 2x2.50 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) - Global Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-A77 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) - USA
Gpu
Mali-G77 MP11 - Global Adreno 650 - USA
GB

Memory

Card Slot
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal
128GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM
Other
UFS 3.0
MP

Main Camera

Triple
108 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.33", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS 48 MP, f/3.5, 103mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS, 4x optical zoom, 10x hybrid zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55" 1.4µm, Super Steady video 0.3 MP, TOF 3D, f/1.0, (depth)
Features
LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama
Video
8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS & OIS
FR

Selfie Camera

Single
40 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.7µm, PDAF
Features
HDR
Video
4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps
AU

Sound

Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
3 5mm Jack
No
Other
High-bitrate audio support Tuned by AKG
RF

Connectivity

Wlan
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP, LE
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
Nfc
Yes
Radio
FM radio (Snapdragon model only; market/operator dependent)
Usb
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
FN

Features

Sensors
Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Other
Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support) ANT+
WH

Battery

Type
Li-Ion 5000 mAh
Charging
45W wired, PD3.0 15W wireless (Qi) 4.5W reverse wireless
ID

Misc

Colors
Cosmic Grey, Cosmic Black, Cloud White
Models
SM-G988, SM-G988U, SM-G988U1, SM-G9880, SM-G988B/DS, SM-G988N, SM-G988B, SM-G988W, SCG03
Sar
0.94 W/kg (head) 0.95 W/kg (body)
Sar Eu
0.32 W/kg (head) 1.56 W/kg (body)
Price
€ 229.00 / $ 209.95 / £ 189.00