Samsung Galaxy Note 20 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $999 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 50/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 913,920); the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy Note 20 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 225g
- Better camera (42/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 913920
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1222
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3060
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $548 vs $999
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 25 points higher (75/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Note 20 — 10/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 68/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (95/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (99/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (80/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (61/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Note 20 | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 990 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 913920 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1222 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3060 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED Plus | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.6×75.2×8.3 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
- 6.7" Super AMOLED Plus
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy Note 20 by 74.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $451. Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra was $451 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (95/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (99/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (80/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (61/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 by 25 points (75/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 leads on camera score (42/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.