Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra vs Xiaomi Civi 1S
The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra (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 Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra leads — 39/100 vs 35/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 108 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi Civi 1S is noticeably lighter (166g vs 222g).
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
Xiaomi Civi 1S
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (4/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (72/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 32/100)
- Faster charging: 55W vs 45W
- Lighter: 166g vs 222g
- Better design/ergonomics (92/100 vs 22/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 13/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra vs the Xiaomi Civi 1S, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra scores 4 points higher (39/100 vs 35/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra leads (45/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S leads (55/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 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 Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (72/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra (92/100 vs 22/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra (55/100 vs 13/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra | Xiaomi Civi 1S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 990 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 901346 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1222 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3060 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 55W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 40 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 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 | 222 g | 166 g | |
| Price | $1399 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 40MP
Xiaomi Civi 1S
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Civi 1S
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi Civi 1S
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 55W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Civi 1S
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 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 Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (72/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra (92/100 vs 22/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra (55/100 vs 13/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra edges out the Xiaomi Civi 1S by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra and the Xiaomi Civi 1S?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Xiaomi Civi 1S — 35/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra leads on camera score (72/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra over the Xiaomi Civi 1S?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Civi 1S is a better fit for everyday use.