Samsung Galaxy S20+ vs Xiaomi Civi 1S

The Samsung Galaxy S20+ (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990, while the Xiaomi Civi 1S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi Civi 1S leads — 35/100 vs 29/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 12 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi Civi 1S is noticeably lighter (166g vs 188g).

The Xiaomi Civi 1S edges out the Samsung Galaxy S20+ by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S20+
Performance 4
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 27
Design 65
Value for money 27
Xiaomi Civi 1S
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 46
Battery 32
Design 92
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy S20+ better?

  • Higher performance (4/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Xiaomi Civi 1S better?
  • Faster charging: 55W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
  • Lighter: 166g vs 188g

  • Better camera (46/100 vs 32/100)
  • Longer battery life (32/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (92/100 vs 65/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S20+ vs the Xiaomi Civi 1S, the Xiaomi Civi 1S scores 6 points higher (35/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S leads (46/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S leads (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ and the Xiaomi Civi 1S are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S is a bit better (46/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20+ (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20+ (55/100 vs 27/100).

Samsung Galaxy S20+: The Samsung Galaxy S20+ is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi Civi 1S: The Xiaomi Civi 1S is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S20+ Xiaomi Civi 1S
Processor Samsung Exynos 990 Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G
AnTuTu 874382
Geekbench Single 1222
Geekbench Multi 3060
Display 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.5" OLED
Resolution 3200x1440 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 25W 55W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 12 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 64 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 10 Android 12, MIUI 13
Brightness (peak) 950 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP53
Dimensions 158.3×71.5×7.0 mm
Weight 188 g 166 g
Price $1199
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S20+
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 10MP
32
camera
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
46
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S20+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S20+
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
27
battery
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 55W
  • No wireless charging
32
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy S20+
$1199
Xiaomi Civi 1S
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ and the Xiaomi Civi 1S are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S is a bit better (46/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20+ (92/100 vs 65/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20+ (55/100 vs 27/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S20+ or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Xiaomi Civi 1S edges out the Samsung Galaxy S20+ by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S20+ and the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Samsung Galaxy S20+ has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Xiaomi Civi 1S — 35/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S20+ or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Xiaomi Civi 1S leads on camera score (46/100 vs 32/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S20+ over the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Samsung Galaxy S20+ is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Civi 1S is a better fit for everyday use.