I tried the Note 20 Ultra at a store and I gotta say, it really stood out from the other phones. I could actually write properly with the pencil, so much so that I could see myself using it for school work.
Me too. I am approaching college and it's been super useful as a school aid for work. The notes app that Samsung has updated recently is brilliant for note taking. I also just recently picked up Samsungs newest flagship tablet and both devices combined is world star level. Nothing compares to them.
It depends on how long you plan to keep your phone. I have a iPhone x and a Galaxy S9 both running on latest software. The slightly "younger" S9 suffers from typical Android stutters and lags while the iPhone x still runs buttery smooth. May be it's OneUI not Android's problem but I wouldn't consider Samsung for the software experience alone. Having said that I love the look, the screen and the build quality of the Note 20 Ultra, wish it has a better OS
Same here, I turn them off although my wife likes her set to .50 which is much snappier than the default. Just love that you can actually control this unlike the iPhone.
I've had 4 iPhones my whole life and each one made me want to go to Samsung. I love how with a Samsung phone you're not restricted as opposed to an iPhone where you're limited to so many features. The number one thing I love about my Samsung is screen mirroring. I can use that feature with any smart TV no problem. With an iPhone, you can only do that with an Apple TV. I also gotta have my emulators to play my old school games. Can't do that with an iPhone...unless you some how jailbreak it in which case you have be a super tech nerd or know someone who is. And then the storage!!!! My Note 20 Ultra came with 128 GB and if that's not enough which I think I'll never need more than that, you can buy micro sd cards for even more memory. You're stuck with whatever storage the iPhone comes in. You can even customize your Samsung phone with different themes. I think I'll be sticking to Samsung for now on. I don't need a wire with a magnetic piece to charge my phone.
Forgot to mention the dex feature which in my opinion is a game changing feature. I use it way more than I expected to and seems to be getting more useful. Great vid. 👍
@@epictroy Had both but got rid of the iphone 12 PMax....it is just an iPhone with all of ios' limitations. Used every iphone through to the iP6plus and it just reminded me why I left the ecosystem....
I would pick note anyday. I coul literally just play with pen all day. The feel of touch and writing on phone is next level. Left alone all the other features
With my Note9, the novelty of the S pen wore off in a couple of weeks. In the 2 years I’ve had it, I’ve only used the pen as a camera remote a few times
@@mikesmith1290 i have been using pen for over a year and as a student it's best thing. It made my assignments so easy. Basically people pay $140 for apple pen while s pen is actually better than that.
@@x97k8 I actually use all the features note is offering. Atleast the one i know of. S pen is on top. Gaming camera with all modes (except pro mode. Never quiet fully understood it). Zoom, notes, office, photo editing, movie box, bixby button, opening apps in small bubbles and changing opacity of open small wondows, one hand use. If i am missing any main feature let me know
Simon and Eric don't fully understand the word 'bias.' It doesn't mean having a favorite, and it doesn't mean turning toward something after analysis. A bias is first and foremost a preconceived notion. Furthermore, even when not used in that way in a colloquial manner it still refers to choosing something or leaning towards something without critical thinking and constructive analysis. In his video he details several problems and things he doesn't like with the Note. He does so honestly without making excuses. These are things people with a bias cannot do, especially in the face of a direct competitor. Simply because he's chosen the Note and the Note Series after it checks all the parameters of his analysis doesn't mean he has a bias. That's like saying a videogame has a bias towards a player that keeps scoring the highest score on it.
Upgraded to the 12 Pro Max then exchanged it for the Ultra. The iPhone is a great device but it's too heavy and too big with little tradeoff. Plus I got a black friday deal on the Note for nearly 500 off. Again the iPhone is great but it's not 2x better.
@@jlmazzeipro that's why I made the opposite choice. Going from a Note to iPhone 12 pro max. Mainly because I'm always distracted on my Note, there is always something to do. Second reason is battery life. As a doctor, having a phone that doesn't require mid day charging is very important. Third reason is the camera, iphone cameras are the most consistent camera right now. Try using your Note camera in non optimal lighting conditions, you'll be very disappointed.
I agree with you.,.,. I have the Note 20 Ultra,, and I will not give it up, Samsung Pay,,, Buds + 45 Watt Charging, That screen tho 😍😍😍😍😍😍... The 120 Hz,, Battery, The S-pen,,,, The power to do more.. the storage options.... plus micro sd support.. and 5g,, how can u honestly ask for more... Iphone just doesnt cut it anymore..... Tried a Iphone 12 Max and returned the next day. ...
@@justsomepandawithinternet Like I said I hadn't watched a JR vid in a while... Not because they suck but because I don't have much time as before but glad they are leaders in this regard.
funny how my iphone 6 s plus has for 6 months been lagging and shutting down randomly but stops finally right when I start looking at switching to android
The new Samsung phones now get 3 years of major operating systems updates but apple still gets a little longer in the update department but the differences is how long it takes to get updates while apple gets them right away which can be good but also bad in that you can a lot of bugs but they also get fixed faster while with android it can take some time to get updates that improve and or fix bugs but in the end it’s up to the user what they like best
@@dennisa4220 why wouldn't he be able to use an android that long? Maybe you should go buy an old android. A cheap one from 2014. Turn it on and watch how it still works. I'm talking about a Galaxy S4. 7 generations old and still works. Problem for you Apple lovers is you watch too much TH-cam and never live and try things yourself. You let these "knowledgeable" reviewers tell you what you want to hear, instead of experimenting for yourself. I have over the years watch many Apple sheep turn to Android and especially Samsung once they give it a try and get over the pain of the learning curve. I guess you see value in 5 years of updates, even tho your hardware wasn't meant to run software 5 years in the future but you guys never consider that or the fact no one really keeps a phone for 5 years as a daily driver. The fact that Androids don't need the latest OS version to run apps. Again something iphone users don't know anything about. I don't mean to make this an iPhone vs Android thing. It's just iPhone users are so misinformed about Androids. Most of you are still spouting arguments from 2012. Lagging? Samsung doesn't lag anymore. Support? Androids don't need the level of support iphones require simply because its an open source operating system and has a large development community.
@Gerry Haselton the only one hand thing you can do on iPhone is to bring the screen to bottom half to make it accessible. On note the complete screen itself is reduced to and can be docked to either left or right.
Nice lie lol. Only an idiot would consider switching from such a recent and one of the best phones to another phone. So you're either an idiot or a liar. Android fanboi liar (y)
Of course it doesn’t it hasn’t been out for 5 years yet which seems to be apples game plan. Once technology has been used in all other devices for 5 years apple suddenly announce there doing it like it’s a massive leap in technology. Fast charging been a thing since like 2012 on almost every device except iPhone but they made out like it was the best thing ever when they finally introduced it like what 2 years ago but didn’t give you a fast charger lol. Only a matter of time before there’s an iPhone note model with Apple Pencil features (Apple pencil sold separately obviously)
I was waiting for this comparison, specifically from you guy's. But I couldn't pass on the black friday deals so I went with a 12 pro max in pacific blue. First time switching to iphone since the 6.
@Rex I've had android since its infancy. Currently have the oneplus 7 pro which I love, but I needed to try something new. After a while you want to break from the same routine.
@Rex Why do you feel the need to comment on other people's choices, nobody asked for your unsolicited opinion. Change is good, you don't need to act like Android is your god.
You will be happy. I switched from my note 10+ to the iPhone 12 pro max and I love it. I wil definitely buy the AirPods pro and Apple Watch so I have the full ecosystem when i go out
@Rex stop acting like it's that bad dude, i have used the xs max and switched to ONEPLUS 8 and i must say there's not too much difference between android and IOS. I don't know why some dumbos who can't even afford to use an IPhone or another android phone come to the comments and start trolling it
I remember when Apple came out with the iPhone 6 Plus. I was excited to have a larger screen, but was extremely disappointed when I had it and it was nearly exactly the same as the regular sized phone without any focus on using all of the extra screen real estate. I switched to a Samsung Note and have never looked back. Samsung gives you so many ways to use the large screen size and the SPen is simply awesome to write, edit PDFs and photos, and draw with. It's sad to see that Apple still hasn't added any additional features to use the larger display.
Same here, I have both phones. The camera of the Note is just so much better, it’s as good as a fujifilm camera. While the iPhone’s okay, but you’d know it’s taken with a phone.
Nope. He didn't mention it which was a big miss. Between the S-pen and Dex, the iPhone Pro Max is a way overpriced loser. There truly is no comparison. None.
Me too! If I had to go with just one, then I would go with the Note Ultra. I have both phones and I wind up gravitating more towards the Note Ultra. Thanks for a great video. :)
When it comes to phones I could careless about the camera, at this point they are all good. I truly hate that the camera is the emphasis every single year for every single phone.
Yes. Its like its being marketed as a camera with a phone. Whereas its still a phone with a camera. Would really appreciate reviews on call quality, signal strength.
@@anthonyt425 I have one too and for me, it's the overall productivity. But if I had to choose, I'd say it's the S-pen along with the 120Hz refresh rate, they work like magic together! A feature that doesn't get talked about at all is Bixby Routines. So you know how people complain about no WQHD+ at 120Hz? Realistically, why would you need that? With Bixby Routines, you can set a "routine" that switches to WQHD+ 60Hz every time you open TH-cam, for example, and when you close it, it switches back to FHD+ 120Hz. You can set all sorts of routines However, even after owning my Note 20 Ultra for 3 weeks, I couldn't test out the camera apart from quick snaps here and there due to quarantine. The photos that I did take look absolutely great! I love how detailed they are!
They need to make the fold more practical. Thinner and have the outside screen be as capable as a regular phone. I hated having to open the phone for many tasks cuz the outside screen was still subpar.
Since i bought the Note 9 in March i won't be upgrading anytime soon but i guess my next phone would be a Fold whenever i like how it looks and functions.
@@chetlyp exactly my thoughts and its too far fragile as I carry my phone in my back pocket and sit on it for many years, I also work in an environment that it could potentially get broken or scratched easily. Its not practical for my everyday use but only would be nice in certain scenarios
@@richardstewart7263 It will take time for foldables to get IP68 rating. We went through the same process with the S line where the first water resistant Samsung is the Galaxy S5. We hope the Z Fold5 will get IP68!
I’m an iPhone user and I can’t wait for the Samsung Rollable (which will probably come in 2022) I truly believe that rollable phones are the the future
I'm Samsung user and love Note phone, but I have to admit Apple is starting to look affordable when compared to Samsung, their phones are just getting ridiculously expensive.
All the phones like these are over priced. If you pay 1000 -1300 for a phone, it should literally have EVERYTHING on it, in it and included in the box.
Apple uses concept to gain fans, but the reality on the floor is that Samsung is a very good phone when it comes to display and graphics and it is user friendly.
It's all about which one is best value can money buy. Free supercharger Free earbuds live Free AKG earphone Expandable storage support 120 Hz best display in the world Stylus USB Type C supports Everything that a normal daily user ask for get free free & free. Upto date technology with mind-blowing 🤯 overall phone. None of that, f***king iPhone have. And you have to pay again (seriously 😠 🤬 😡) for some of them , if you need that. Are your mama pay that extra money for me ?? Why ?? Just because Apple is a brand ?? Apple are noting but a name that just want to empty people's wallet, without given anything. The difference & little quality they say about iPhone is just on paper &/or benchmark but in reality , it's so marginal that 99% people can't even find any in normal daily use.
It’s worse w Samsung. As soon as a device comes out (ex Fold 2), they already leak the new one coming out in June or July. They do this all of the time.
"On one hand you have the best iPhone Apple has ever made and on the other hand you have the most beloved Samsung that's actually not the best Samsung makes (means Samsungh has other crazy giants)" that summed it up for me. Samsung is too versatile and creative. Period!
"Flat display we all wish Samsung would adopt" speak for yourself! Been getting the curved displays ever since they released them. Now I can't go back. Hated the flat screen of the Note 20 and exchanged it for the ultra
If Samsung would make a note with a flat display I would go back I don’t like the edge screen never cared for it. I had every galaxy phone since the s5 and I had notes as well. I buy new phones often I avoided the curved screen until I had to get it with the s8. I bought the 12 pro max for my very first iPhone is was a hard pill to swallow with everything I own being Samsung and I couldn’t be happier being back to a flat screen and I enjoy the keyboard more.
@@megaflex48 no, there's tons of apps to allow u to transfer over imessage stuff or use iCloud live with any android device.. Also I use Bixby routines to switch to 120ghz qhd+ display when I'm using Netflix, Chrome, the Camera or TH-cam for buttery smooth display on video apps and go back to 60ghz for everything else. I never used Bixby on previous Samsung devices but the routines feature is freaking clever.. You can automate the phone to do different tasks like the IFFT App when different apps or clicks open. I still use Google assistant over Bixby for searching, lol I set in Bixby routines everytime I hold the power button that Google assistant comes up and not Bixby, over riding it. They probably should've disabled that feature lol
I switched from iPhone to the Note 20 Ultra when it came out and I still haven't lost that excitement when I use it. I thought I'd get phone envy when watching all of the iPhone 12 reviews but the Ultra just offers so much more in comparison. Also been using it to stream and play my Xbox on and works perfectly. You would not be disappointed with the Ultra.
There's way too many features the iPhone 11, but 12 13 and 14 lack that will never make me envy it... They still don't have multiscreen for goodness sakes or a phablet with a pen and sit on only 60ghz display compared to 120ghz display on note 20 ultra and S22 ultra. Apple stopped innovating im guessing about 5yrs ago, they even adopted widgets and notification tray from Android.
I took advantage of the black Friday sale and traded my 11 pro max for the ultra. I didn't realize how bad I was missing the note app with my job, plus so many things it can do the iPhone did not, such as naming my network/Bluetooth connections just for example. I really can't understand the camera becoming a deciding factor just for selfies and social media lol.
I've used both cameras on iPhone 12 pro max and 13 vs note 20 ultra and the difference is minimal... Unless ur a photographer and can't spot the details a normal person would be more then satisfied with Samsungs 108 megalixel camera... Plus it has 50x zoom compared. To apples 5x zoom only ... I use the Camera on 50x zoom like binoculars and creep watch people from distance without them not even knowing lol or look at something from afar that I can't see.. it's ridiculously useful it's like having a magnifying glass in ur pocket ... There was a time apples camera dominated Samsung but now it's apples N oranges.
I always appreciate the camera and performance of an iPhone but i love how futuristic the samsung is. I am not a gamer and into photography, i just wanted a phone that is for me more futuristic and better display and design, so i will pick the note 20 ultra. I love the S pen too!
Me too. I've been using note phone since note 4 and currently have the note 9. But I just love build of this new iphone. I just don't know if I can handle the OS difference tbh I really like the customization of android and truly loath iTunes. I can't decide though. I will say I've had to deal with samsung customer service a few times and its terrible. Which is the main reason I'm considering the switch to begin with.
Excellent review and I do own a Galaxy Note Ultra & a Z Fold 2. I also ordered an iPhone 12 ProMax but cancelled after I actually handled one. Not only does it feel like a brick, it's also wider than the Ultra and that to me is on the extremes of what's comfortable in my hand. Whilst Apple are slowly catching up with Android for user interface, I still muse at how excited IOS guys get at what they have only just got that has existed on Android for years on the latest release. The fact that on a phone so huge as the ProMax you still can't have multi-window, is frankly hilarious. I'll stick with Samsung thank you very much and no doubt when Apple finally catch up to where Android is today, the latter will be even further down the road. Oh, good luck with not having a finger print sensor when you pop out wearing your mask on your new $1200 iPhone too.
They should have an S pen by now too gaurantee apple people would finally realize why it's more amazing on a flagship phone then on a tablet. It's like having a mouse on ur labtop
This is why I watch your channel Sir. You always hit on all the key ingredients about Apple and Samsung. You hit on key topics on all manufacturers. I hope you have had a great weekend. Stay safe brother.
I couldn't give a rats about the higher refresh rate screens. I've seen them, I can tell the difference. I would rather keep the battery. Haven't ever felt like standard 60hz was not enough.
@@GHSTSTRSCRM bruh I have the note 20ultra mad bruh it feels so amazing scrolling through Instagram and I went on my sister's phone and I notice every flinch so it's hard to go back you prolly haven't even felt 120hz and u talking
If u r not fool or blind u can see this is just not only about 120Hz display, it's all about best value money can buy.... Free supercharger Free earbuds live Free AKG earphone Expandable storage support 120 Hz best display in the world Stylus USB Type C supports Samsung Dex Everything that a normal daily user ask for get free free & free. Upto date technology with mind-blowing 🤯 overall phone. None of that, f***king iPhone have. And you have to pay again (seriously 😠 🤬 😡) for some of them , if you need that. Are your mama pay that extra money for me ?? Why ?? Just because Apple is a brand ?? Apple are noting but a name that just want to empty people's wallet, without given anything. The difference & little quality they say about iPhone is just on paper &/or benchmark but in reality , it's so marginal that 99% people can't even find any in normal daily use.
I have the 20 and its great. I've had experience with both and the Samsung is MUCH better. The iPhone 12 is just a copy of the IPhone 11 but the s20 series is different to the s10 and all of the Notes are different.
I'm blessed enough to say I daily carry both of them and this video was pretty accurate. I, too, would choose the Note 20 Ultra but the 12 Pro Max is close second
I also have both well technically 2 of each because I buy my wife the same phone I get. I love the Note, but I also love the iPhone, battery last longer on iPhone and no hiccups where my note does give me hiccups. iPhone is overall smoother and you can’t beat the ecosystem, HomePod mini, Apple Watch, iPad Pro and air pods and don’t forget Apple car play is light years ahead of android auto.
"The iPhone has the flat screen we all wish the Note had" No. We don't all want a flat screen. I really dislike when reviewers use a completely subjective point and use it as a disadvantage, even though most people like the curved display.
You nailed it. Drives me crazy when they mention subjective things and label them as cons. ie. headphone jack, removable battery, expandable mem, wireless charging, etc. Just mention what the device has and doesn't have. None of the afore mentioned "features" are things that I need on a phone or care that it doesn't have.
@@Gunny_101st you also nailed it. Phone reviews aren't phone reviews anymore. Its more of a comparison of a phone vs THEIR ideal phone. They don't talk about phones on their own merits anymore. Its compare to this and compare to that. Its as if in all these years not a single phone reviewer has realized iOS and Android while both being mobile operating systems, are 2 totally different things almost entirely and yet we compare them over and over. From features to benchmarks. SMH. I guess thats the only formula to get views.
Everyone is entitled to their own opinion but the curved screen is less usable screen real estate. I think it is more of a gimic to stand out. I personally don't see the reason for the curved screen.
I can't catch technology because of money.. so i think iPhone 12 pro max will stay longer in my hands because Apple will support the update till 5 years.. android max 3 years.. so.. i hope iPhone 12 pro max that i will get will serve me better..
@@DuesenbergJ and that update barely does anything. Not dissing the iPad obviously, but my iPad 5th gen started showing its age with occasional stutters and lags. Once I reset it, it performs well and when I hoard it with apps, it again shows its age. Phones and tabs are kind of less usable after 3 years honestly. My S8+ also feels dated now, given the fact it was one of the best when I pre-ordered it in 2017.
@@alpha5124 yes i know.. but like i said.. i can't catch up technology with my money.. if 3 years from now i wanted to change phone.. i could sell the iPhone 12 pro max with good money too.. not like android.. the price will drop a lot compared to iPhone.. so i hope this phone will perform with me for atleast 3 years and above.. if after 3 years the phone still okay.. i wouldnt mind to buy new phone..
I still experience occasional lag when I copy paste stuffs from the browser to certain apps or editing my own older content on the Note. I sold the Note last week for a new IPhone 12 Pro Max.
I had every galaxy since the s5 and I bought the 12 pro max a few weeks ago and it’s my first iPhone and I’m pretty please with it coming from a s10+ I went to iPhone cause I fell in love with having a flat screen again I never cared for the edge and never used the edge feature for me it was a waste of time and I also get better battery life with the iPhone and seem to download things much quicker then my galaxy ever did. If Samsung releases a note with a flat screen I’ll switch back until then I think imma gonna keep my iPhone.
If there's one thing I can tell you as a guy who switched from the iPhone 12 to note 20 ultra, trust me, once you actually see and feel the note, you'll be mesmerized
@@maverickmig211 Bro I was just fed up with the stupid notch on the iphone. They haven't changed much in design in the last three phone. Even though there have been spec upgrades within the new iphones, those don't make any significant difference for a regualr joe such as myself. But the note just feels premium when you hold it, and that alone made me switch.
Finally a reviewer that actually choose a device at the end. Great video and comparison. I am an iPhone user that has been using the Samsung galaxy note 20 ultra for the past several weeks and I am blown away. What I miss is apples ecosystem and how everything syncs, no smart watch can beat the Apple Watch. When it comes to fitness and health and applications Apple has the upper hand. However the endless possibilities with the note 20 ultra it’s futuristic.
@@ottallman not hard at actually. They connected the phones together at the mobile and they switched everything from one phone the other, it was great!
The iPhone is an amazing phone, but I'm a Note fan! I've had the Note 5, 8, 9 and 10+. I just ordered the Note 20 Ultra! The overall package of the Note is fantastic!
I used a Note 10+ from release till last week and was pretty satisfied. But since I‘m kinda bored of Android I bought a iPhone 12 Pro Max. Yes, the Notch is really big. But honestly, even coming from a Note 10+, it doesn’t bother me that much. Also there are so many good Apps That are better on iOS or aren’t even available on Android. Last year I thought that my next phone has to have 120hz, but if I’m being totally honest, I don’t even care. My iPad Pro 2018 has a 120hz screen and my new Laptop has a 240hz screen and I only see the difference when I actively look for it. If not, I’m not even aware it is there. So far I’m pretty happy but I only got it 7 days ago. The Note 20 Ultra is really compelling but to me it doesn’t look too interesting. But this is obviously very subjective.
Honestly the lower range iphones have been better value compared to the androids in the past 2-3 generations rather than the flagships so in this case I'd definitely go Note.
Seems these comment sections have been overtaken by generic anti-Apple sheep. I’ve seen many a few comments that hit on the M1 MacBooks performance simply because, quote, “ARM and x86 are completely different! You can’t compare them!” Jeez what braindead idiots
@@stacia6678 my comment was not anti apple at all, I'm the first to admit that if it wasn't such a closed ecosystem (and so expensive) I'd have jumped on it ages ago, I'm impressed with what they achieve but in this here comparison the Note to me is just flat out the better value for money device, when you go down the price range with the non ultra versions of the note or the plus versions of the S line and a lot of other flagships Iphones make more sense to me. Just my opinion
I too didn't expect the iPhone to do better with photography than my Note. Was stunned when it did. I'm now carrying an iPhone with me. But I still have my Note for all of the reasons that you mentioned. If I could only have one ... tough call as I take a LOT of photos and videos. I love the Note, but on that side, Samsung has been showing a bit of wavering on commitment lately. (How many more Notes will there be?). Also Samsung has been removing features on each iteration. Most recently the loss of the 45W fast charger, they cut the base storage in half from 256GB to 128GB, the loss of the TOF sensor, etc.). Apple at least has been consistant with adding features (unless you count the 3D Touch or the charger in the box).
Ellie Whitehead I’ve been a Samsung user for a long time. I just traded in my note 20 ultra for the 12 pro max. There’s a few reasons why I did this. I used all the Note 20 features that the iPhone doesn’t have a lot. The S-pen was my go to, split screen was defiantly handy. After having Note for 3gens, the S-pen wasn’t such a big deal in the end. Sure it was good for when I was felling lazy and laying the phone down to swipe through pages or using it for quick use with the calculator.. but other than that I only used it for writing down notes. Split screen was handy but I only used it to write down a number from text for what ever website. iPhone you do need to worry about this as it gives you the option to copy number from a text message instantly to varify. Samsung’s keyboard is insanely frustrating, especially while using chrome. If you are to search something in the address bar ‘.com’ comes up as a button and takes up room so you’re constantly hitting that by accident while writing in a subject. As well as a full stop. iPhone I haven’t misspelled something yet. Bixby vs Siri. Bixby is downright terrible. I’ve always hated it. It never takes what you say properly, it doesn’t react to your voice properly. To me it was utterly useless. Siri on the other hand doesn’t miss a beat, and I’m finding myself actually using her a hell of a lot. The iPhone feels a lot sturdier compared to the note with its thick edges A major problem I’ve had in the last few months is, and this was happening with the S20+ as well is that I could not do video-link appointments for doctors and paediatrician appointments there was ALWAYS a problem that I had to get the doctor to call me back over the phone. Different websites. I’ve had to use my mother in laws iPhone or my hubby’s. Another thing was the NFC, I gave up using careless payments because I was never really sure if it was going to work or not. This is with various cases, thin and thick. Very inconvenient. Now I’ll have a whine about the galaxy watches. I’ve had the active 2 and the galaxy watch 3. These were also terrible with NFC. Not only that, the apps were very limited. And again bixby sucked on it, and doing voice to text on them again, sucked. And lastly I had to pay a $50 a year subscription for virus protection, Samsung is not secure. With iPhone I don’t need to fork out this extra. These things mightn’t seem like a big deal when you’ve just entered the Samsung Note world.. and I would’ve never thought I’d get myself an iPhone because the fact you can’t modify a lot of settings like Samsung and don’t have options in ways of theme (visuals with phones is a big thing for me), but after getting the hang of my husbands phone I decided to change. My 6 years with Samsung Note is done and gone
@@SantanaVlogs why that is technically true, the Note 20 has always been on sale for $200 off. Now, it is $250 off, and also comes with a charger :) Imo, no one should ever buy a Samsung phone at full price because they are always on sale.
So far so very good. But I still haven't used it to its best. Not into gaming much, and not in a corporate job to utilise it for on the go stuff. Camera is wow, video watching is awesome. The one game I downloaded Altos Odessy is very immersive. Making language learning notes is a delight. Pen I use mainly for clicking selfies... and coloring at times. My handwriting is bad so I prefer to type.
@@Edqariukas Note is completely different phone and S21 is something else but S21 dose looks very good but then note users will always choose a note phone 🤷♂️
@@DJIDroneTravel Indeed it's a different phone but rumours tells that maybe S20 biggest phone might come with a pen and also when new device is being released it means old phones will drop in price. So I think that in general is worth waiting few months for your own benefit.
Great Review Mate, I thought you would pick iPhone over Samsung like many youtubers out there. But at the last part of the video, you gave real opinion. It made my day. Samsung FTW!
Samsung is the best value that money can buy..... Free supercharger Free earbuds live Free AKG earphone Expandable storage support 120 Hz best display in the world Stylus USB Type C supports Samsung Dex Everything that a normal daily user ask for get free free & free. Upto date technology with mind-blowing 🤯 overall phone. None of that, f***king iPhone have. And you have to pay again (seriously 😠 🤬 😡) for some of them , if you need that. Are your mama pay that extra money for me ?? Why ?? Just because Apple is a brand ?? Apple are noting but a name that just want to empty people's wallet, without given anything. The difference & little quality they say about iPhone is just on paper &/or benchmark but in reality, if there is any, it's so marginal that 99% people can't even find any in normal daily use.
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Note to myself : can't afford both
Hahaha your comment made my day😂😂😂😂
Same here
Funny! You can afford an........apple! ;) And an apple a day.... #EWTPWGYE -greetings from The Netherlands
yet
Then why dont you try to match the needs to own a phone like that ? -_-
the problem isnt which would you choose? the problem is can we actually afford any one of them?? xD
Lol 6 months note 2O ultra drop in prices who no worries
Another question is
Why to buy such expensive phones ?
There's many good options in the mid range market
Asking the real question here my dude!
Samsung is now 1000€ for 512 gb
@@bigmaxcc im doing this also waiting few more months for price to drop.
I tried the Note 20 Ultra at a store and I gotta say, it really stood out from the other phones. I could actually write properly with the pencil, so much so that I could see myself using it for school work.
Me too. I am approaching college and it's been super useful as a school aid for work. The notes app that Samsung has updated recently is brilliant for note taking. I also just recently picked up Samsungs newest flagship tablet and both devices combined is world star level. Nothing compares to them.
The tab s7 & note 20 ultra is now my lecture notes
Dude went Eminem on us when he said his name
true lol
Lmao..I thought it was just me...
Jaime RRRRRRRRRRRRivera
Hahahahahaaaaaaa
That’s the proper way to pronounce it 🙄
Note 20 Ultra all the way for me. Having once been trapped in the Apple ecosystem I'm not going back there.
It’s nice here. Well be waiting for you. Alwayssss waiting 🧟♂️
@@WickedGamez 😂
I like what Apple has done but I would pick the note 20 ultra.
I hate what Apple have done, But I always did but I still would rather get the tab s7+ and mid-ranger for outside use
I have the note20 ultra it's great
@@3mar00ss6 pretty darn idiot
@@srgb5594 triggered much?( ಠ‿ಠ)
@@3mar00ss6 i just told the fact. And how is that being triggered? Looks like the fact goes well with u.
I agree on the " more for your money" you get more than just a phone with the Note 20 ultra.
I don't have the ultra price so I am going for the iPhone 12 pro only and I think it is the best choice in its range
It depends on how long you plan to keep your phone. I have a iPhone x and a Galaxy S9 both running on latest software. The slightly "younger" S9 suffers from typical Android stutters and lags while the iPhone x still runs buttery smooth. May be it's OneUI not Android's problem but I wouldn't consider Samsung for the software experience alone. Having said that I love the look, the screen and the build quality of the Note 20 Ultra, wish it has a better OS
The Note 20 ultra is like having a labtop and the S pen is ur mouse. I love it
The speed of the animations on the Note are set by default to 1x, but in the developer options you can set them to 0.5x, so it'd feel snappier.
Or turn them off completely which is what I do on all android phones.
Yeah true that . Thats what I do all android phones too
Always turn them off completely.
You can turn them off completely under Accessibility, Remove animations, without needing to go to Developer options.
Same here, I turn them off although my wife likes her set to .50 which is much snappier than the default. Just love that you can actually control this unlike the iPhone.
I've had 4 iPhones my whole life and each one made me want to go to Samsung. I love how with a Samsung phone you're not restricted as opposed to an iPhone where you're limited to so many features. The number one thing I love about my Samsung is screen mirroring. I can use that feature with any smart TV no problem. With an iPhone, you can only do that with an Apple TV. I also gotta have my emulators to play my old school games. Can't do that with an iPhone...unless you some how jailbreak it in which case you have be a super tech nerd or know someone who is. And then the storage!!!! My Note 20 Ultra came with 128 GB and if that's not enough which I think I'll never need more than that, you can buy micro sd cards for even more memory. You're stuck with whatever storage the iPhone comes in. You can even customize your Samsung phone with different themes. I think I'll be sticking to Samsung for now on. I don't need a wire with a magnetic piece to charge my phone.
" im himerararara"
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
😂😂
for real lmaoooo 😃🤣🤣
Lmaooooo omggg
He says it so quickly and cringe and I’m a Spanish speaker, it sounds so corny
We’re spending most off our lives watching reviews on products 🤦♂️
😔
Wasted time I don't regret
Forgot to mention the dex feature which in my opinion is a game changing feature. I use it way more than I expected to and seems to be getting more useful. Great vid. 👍
they always seem to forget about dex or even camera pro mode
did u use it on a laptop or a single monitor
@@MrLangkahKanan I have used it on both. It is a really useful feature. At least in my opinion.
DeX is the best feature and yet every reviewer either omits it or only talks about it in passing. Weird.
@@chaoticstylez I only use my Tab S7 in DeX mode
I got both of them. But my daily its the note.cant live without my bad boy . Note 20 ultra.😍😍
I agree I have both and note is the goat 🐐
I agree also I have both and note note rocks
Erm... Do you have older phones you might want to give out?
@@epictroy Had both but got rid of the iphone 12 PMax....it is just an iPhone with all of ios' limitations. Used every iphone through to the iP6plus and it just reminded me why I left the ecosystem....
@@toksmachine69 I agree ios is very overrated and lacking many features to make it great its a solid device but I can't let it be my main
The Note's S-pen alone makes it no contest.
How about the charger in the box hun 😂
@@eduardoyukee4053 good
@@eduardoyukee4053 iphone
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99.9% who owns a note only use the pen 1 time every 2 weeks
0:40 when I ask the teacher to repeat what she said.
Excellent teacher..
I would pick note anyday. I coul literally just play with pen all day. The feel of touch and writing on phone is next level. Left alone all the other features
Looks like u don't have any work
With my Note9, the novelty of the S pen wore off in a couple of weeks. In the 2 years I’ve had it, I’ve only used the pen as a camera remote a few times
U dont use all the features the note offer stop lyin
@@mikesmith1290 i have been using pen for over a year and as a student it's best thing. It made my assignments so easy. Basically people pay $140 for apple pen while s pen is actually better than that.
@@x97k8 I actually use all the features note is offering. Atleast the one i know of. S pen is on top. Gaming camera with all modes (except pro mode. Never quiet fully understood it). Zoom, notes, office, photo editing, movie box, bixby button, opening apps in small bubbles and changing opacity of open small wondows, one hand use. If i am missing any main feature let me know
I find it funny how Jaime accelerates his speech as soon as the conclusion starts...
As always, an unbiased and objective analysis and review from Jaime. You rock, Jaime!
Unbiased?! Jamies favorite phones have always been the note series.
I swear this guy is so pro
Yes he is one of the biggest reasons I research tech everyday and a whole lot of other youtubers as well.
Jaime is completely, 100% biased towards anything Android/Samsung especially the Note series.
Simon and Eric don't fully understand the word 'bias.' It doesn't mean having a favorite, and it doesn't mean turning toward something after analysis.
A bias is first and foremost a preconceived notion. Furthermore, even when not used in that way in a colloquial manner it still refers to choosing something or leaning towards something without critical thinking and constructive analysis.
In his video he details several problems and things he doesn't like with the Note. He does so honestly without making excuses. These are things people with a bias cannot do, especially in the face of a direct competitor.
Simply because he's chosen the Note and the Note Series after it checks all the parameters of his analysis doesn't mean he has a bias.
That's like saying a videogame has a bias towards a player that keeps scoring the highest score on it.
Can you still call people and talk to them using these little computers in your pocket. 😂😂
Guys remember when phones were actually only used for phone calls
And the batteries carried in suitcases.
@@keithkruse2595 reading a newspaper on the toilet is also a thing of the past 😂
I knw it sucks wen no one calls me somedays
boomer
@@keithkruse2595 😂😂😂😂
Upgraded to the 12 Pro Max then exchanged it for the Ultra. The iPhone is a great device but it's too heavy and too big with little tradeoff. Plus I got a black friday deal on the Note for nearly 500 off. Again the iPhone is great but it's not 2x better.
@@jlmazzeipro that's why I made the opposite choice. Going from a Note to iPhone 12 pro max. Mainly because I'm always distracted on my Note, there is always something to do. Second reason is battery life. As a doctor, having a phone that doesn't require mid day charging is very important. Third reason is the camera, iphone cameras are the most consistent camera right now. Try using your Note camera in non optimal lighting conditions, you'll be very disappointed.
What's the point of having an spen on a curved display? It is very annoying.
@@davidlane9609 It's not that curved as you might think. It's subtle and you can use S Pen comfortably.
@@rakeshiyer5637 I do have a Note 10 plus. Curved screen is very annoying
I agree with you.,.,. I have the Note 20 Ultra,, and I will not give it up, Samsung Pay,,, Buds + 45 Watt Charging, That screen tho 😍😍😍😍😍😍... The 120 Hz,, Battery, The S-pen,,,, The power to do more.. the storage options.... plus micro sd support.. and 5g,, how can u honestly ask for more... Iphone just doesnt cut it anymore..... Tried a Iphone 12 Max and returned the next day. ...
Hadn't seen any Jaime Rivera vids in a while... Props for the 4k quality and the wider format!!
Wym? Vids have been 18:9 since quite some time ago
Glad you're back! 😌
@@justsomepandawithinternet Like I said I hadn't watched a JR vid in a while... Not because they suck but because I don't have much time as before but glad they are leaders in this regard.
@Avingay Anfordstay lighten up.. this video is about phones not blm
I own a Note 20 Ultra and it is so 🔥
I love mine too i can't wait till note 21 ultra 😍
I love my note 20 ultra and im all the time
Yes it's just so incredible for the camera but the buds live are lame.. can't really cancel out the noise function...
Bought the note 20 ultra and it's the first time I've loved a phone this much
funny how my iphone 6 s plus has for 6 months been lagging and shutting down randomly but stops finally right when I start looking at switching to android
Good luck finding an Android phone you can use as long as you have used your 6.
same here with iphone 7 plus...
The new Samsung phones now get 3 years of major operating systems updates but apple still gets a little longer in the update department but the differences is how long it takes to get updates while apple gets them right away which can be good but also bad in that you can a lot of bugs but they also get fixed faster while with android it can take some time to get updates that improve and or fix bugs but in the end it’s up to the user what they like best
@@dennisa4220 why wouldn't he be able to use an android that long? Maybe you should go buy an old android. A cheap one from 2014. Turn it on and watch how it still works. I'm talking about a Galaxy S4. 7 generations old and still works. Problem for you Apple lovers is you watch too much TH-cam and never live and try things yourself. You let these "knowledgeable" reviewers tell you what you want to hear, instead of experimenting for yourself. I have over the years watch many Apple sheep turn to Android and especially Samsung once they give it a try and get over the pain of the learning curve. I guess you see value in 5 years of updates, even tho your hardware wasn't meant to run software 5 years in the future but you guys never consider that or the fact no one really keeps a phone for 5 years as a daily driver. The fact that Androids don't need the latest OS version to run apps. Again something iphone users don't know anything about. I don't mean to make this an iPhone vs Android thing. It's just iPhone users are so misinformed about Androids. Most of you are still spouting arguments from 2012. Lagging? Samsung doesn't lag anymore. Support? Androids don't need the level of support iphones require simply because its an open source operating system and has a large development community.
Watching this on my note 20 ultra, feelsgoodman
watching on my iphX not so bad 🥴
I've been using my phone for 6 yrs and it still works should i upgrade
@@aliayld i think not yet😳 let's wait for iphone 15 or iphone 20 it might be more better. (I have to sell my kidneys)
Watching this on my S20 Ultra 😂
Vox ...the curve
If only I could afford that note 20 ultra... 😵😵😵🔥🔥🔥 That phone looks incredible!
Its a great phone hands down
I got it and love it
There’s specials out there
I always wait for black Friday sales to get my note. I got mine for $800. Still expensive but way down from the launch msrp
@@AtLeastTryALittle mine was 850$ after iphone xr trade-in for 285$. Plus 200$ instant rebate and 5% promo code.
one hand operation app on the samsung alone make me wanna use the note!
@Gerry Haselton the only one hand thing you can do on iPhone is to bring the screen to bottom half to make it accessible. On note the complete screen itself is reduced to and can be docked to either left or right.
@@amitgb you Can make the keyboard one handed too on the iPhone.
Lmao why did they fast forward his name in the intro 🤣😂 had to rewind a few times to laugh and catch that
I'm forever samsung so, ultra for me and lovin' it
Till this day this channel has great unbiased reviews
Nice review, I’ve been thinking of switching from the 11 pro max to the note 20 ultra after this review I’ll definitely be switching.
The best decision you can make
Nice lie lol. Only an idiot would consider switching from such a recent and one of the best phones to another phone. So you're either an idiot or a liar. Android fanboi liar (y)
@beige rumours say, Samsung won’t be making the note version anymore in the future....
@@kas4751 Tell your dad I said hi :)
No
Nice I will go for note 20 Ultra, over the iPhone.👍👍
Good u will not regret it except it being heavy and s pen with battery search up like vid of
@@fahimrahim4840 the iPhone I’m pretty sure is heavier. I have the Note 10+ and I love how light it feels even though it’s quite large
@Henry X yeah the weight is very well distributed
Congrats man
@@fahimrahim4840 well isheeps won't understand wat can u on android which isheeps cant dream
Watching this on my Note 20 Ultra....such a beast 😍
Deal breaker for me was the 1080p with high refresh date OR 1440p at 60Hz.
same
Hyper phone, the ultra..
Me too
The iPhone does not have reverse wireless charging.. I know that was probably a slip up, but you were listing things that “both” have.
EXACTLY what about Samsung Dex
Of course it doesn’t it hasn’t been out for 5 years yet which seems to be apples game plan. Once technology has been used in all other devices for 5 years apple suddenly announce there doing it like it’s a massive leap in technology.
Fast charging been a thing since like 2012 on almost every device except iPhone but they made out like it was the best thing ever when they finally introduced it like what 2 years ago but didn’t give you a fast charger lol.
Only a matter of time before there’s an iPhone note model with Apple Pencil features (Apple pencil sold separately obviously)
@@manemzjum You’re right. I’m a huge Apple fanboy but they are not exempt from criticism lol
I was waiting for this comparison, specifically from you guy's. But I couldn't pass on the black friday deals so I went with a 12 pro max in pacific blue. First time switching to iphone since the 6.
@Rex I've had android since its infancy. Currently have the oneplus 7 pro which I love, but I needed to try something new. After a while you want to break from the same routine.
@Rex Why do you feel the need to comment on other people's choices, nobody asked for your unsolicited opinion. Change is good, you don't need to act like Android is your god.
@@User-cb4jm 100% 👌👏🏻👍
You will be happy. I switched from my note 10+ to the iPhone 12 pro max and I love it. I wil definitely buy the AirPods pro and Apple Watch so I have the full ecosystem when i go out
@Rex stop acting like it's that bad dude, i have used the xs max and switched to ONEPLUS 8 and i must say there's not too much difference between android and IOS. I don't know why some dumbos who can't even afford to use an IPhone or another android phone come to the comments and start trolling it
I remember when Apple came out with the iPhone 6 Plus. I was excited to have a larger screen, but was extremely disappointed when I had it and it was nearly exactly the same as the regular sized phone without any focus on using all of the extra screen real estate. I switched to a Samsung Note and have never looked back. Samsung gives you so many ways to use the large screen size and the SPen is simply awesome to write, edit PDFs and photos, and draw with. It's sad to see that Apple still hasn't added any additional features to use the larger display.
I really like the Note 20 Ultra and I've used both devices.
I experience The same thing ...
Note 20 Ultra all the way 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
Same here, I have both phones. The camera of the Note is just so much better, it’s as good as a fujifilm camera. While the iPhone’s okay, but you’d know it’s taken with a phone.
I prefer s20 ultra
@@raymondisais5654 WHCH 1 BTR?.
Watching it in my note 20 ultra..just got it 5 days ago...it's very lit...
Depends on which region you live in, depends the price. In my region, the freaking iPhone costs $1500.
In Nigeria it's 2100 $
Its 3000 here
@@dzevadbayraktar322 Its the region not Apple
1200€ here.
👍
Was there any reference to Samsung's Dex or did I miss it?
Nope. He didn't mention it which was a big miss.
Between the S-pen and Dex, the iPhone Pro Max is a way overpriced loser. There truly is no comparison.
None.
Me too! If I had to go with just one, then I would go with the Note Ultra. I have both phones and I wind up gravitating more towards the Note Ultra. Thanks for a great video. :)
When it comes to phones I could careless about the camera, at this point they are all good. I truly hate that the camera is the emphasis every single year for every single phone.
So true I wish they would focus more on audio as well as the camera every year
Yup most you d have to look at for 10 mins to see the camera pic difference
@@DuranInternational that would be good louder and clear
Yes. Its like its being marketed as a camera with a phone. Whereas its still a phone with a camera. Would really appreciate reviews on call quality, signal strength.
Hi Jaime, great video. Delivered it eloquently. Just got my Note 20 Ultra... next is the case and lens protector. Thanks and stay safe.
Just got my note 20 ultra mystic bronze as a Christmas gift 🙌🏼🥴 love it so far
I have the Note 20 Ultra. It's amazing. Not just for the camera.
What's been your favorite features?
What is the performance of gaming
@@anthonyt425 The camera, the display, the pen to name a few. The size of the phone is really nice too.
@@arafat6876 It's great. I've been playing this game called 'Sky children of the light' and I have no complaints.
@@anthonyt425 I have one too and for me, it's the overall productivity. But if I had to choose, I'd say it's the S-pen along with the 120Hz refresh rate, they work like magic together! A feature that doesn't get talked about at all is Bixby Routines. So you know how people complain about no WQHD+ at 120Hz? Realistically, why would you need that? With Bixby Routines, you can set a "routine" that switches to WQHD+ 60Hz every time you open TH-cam, for example, and when you close it, it switches back to FHD+ 120Hz. You can set all sorts of routines
However, even after owning my Note 20 Ultra for 3 weeks, I couldn't test out the camera apart from quick snaps here and there due to quarantine. The photos that I did take look absolutely great! I love how detailed they are!
Im for Samsung until they drop the Note line and then idk what I'll be upgrading to but definitely not the Fold.
They need to make the fold more practical. Thinner and have the outside screen be as capable as a regular phone. I hated having to open the phone for many tasks cuz the outside screen was still subpar.
Since i bought the Note 9 in March i won't be upgrading anytime soon but i guess my next phone would be a Fold whenever i like how it looks and functions.
@@chetlyp exactly my thoughts and its too far fragile as I carry my phone in my back pocket and sit on it for many years, I also work in an environment that it could potentially get broken or scratched easily.
Its not practical for my everyday use but only would be nice in certain scenarios
@@richardstewart7263 It will take time for foldables to get IP68 rating. We went through the same process with the S line where the first water resistant Samsung is the Galaxy S5. We hope the Z Fold5 will get IP68!
I’m an iPhone user and I can’t wait for the Samsung Rollable (which will probably come in 2022) I truly believe that rollable phones are the the future
Great review I agree traded my 11 pro max for the note 20 ultra what a difference absolutely love it 120h picture quality are amazing!
I'm Samsung user and love Note phone, but I have to admit Apple is starting to look affordable when compared to Samsung, their phones are just getting ridiculously expensive.
All the phones like these are over priced. If you pay 1000 -1300 for a phone, it should literally have EVERYTHING on it, in it and included in the box.
Apple uses concept to gain fans, but the reality on the floor is that Samsung is a very good phone when it comes to display and graphics and it is user friendly.
To make this less complicated. Do you want to use Android or IOS?
Window with Android emulator
Both
It's all about which one is best value can money buy.
Free supercharger
Free earbuds live
Free AKG earphone
Expandable storage support
120 Hz best display in the world
Stylus
USB Type C supports
Everything that a normal daily user ask for get free free & free. Upto date technology with mind-blowing 🤯 overall phone.
None of that, f***king iPhone have. And you have to pay again (seriously 😠 🤬 😡) for some of them , if you need that. Are your mama pay that extra money for me ??
Why ?? Just because Apple is a brand ?? Apple are noting but a name that just want to empty people's wallet, without given anything.
The difference & little quality they say about iPhone is just on paper &/or benchmark but in reality , it's so marginal that 99% people can't even find any in normal daily use.
Harmony OS.
@@yusri2088 that’s just another android skin but without google
By the time I get the 12 pro max, they’ll have iPhone 15 lol
😅😂🤣
It’s worse w Samsung. As soon as a device comes out (ex Fold 2), they already leak the new one coming out in June or July. They do this all of the time.
@@srbell67 Yep, crazy!!!!
Technology moves in an insane pace indeed
LMFAO my thought smh.. let's not fool ourselves 😭😭😭
"On one hand you have the best iPhone Apple has ever made and on the other hand you have the most beloved Samsung that's actually not the best Samsung makes (means Samsungh has other crazy giants)" that summed it up for me.
Samsung is too versatile and creative. Period!
LOL
My mind picks Note 20 ultra but my pocket says " NOOOOOOO"!!!!!
"Flat display we all wish Samsung would adopt" speak for yourself!
Been getting the curved displays ever since they released them. Now I can't go back.
Hated the flat screen of the Note 20 and exchanged it for the ultra
Again, another reviewer lists a part of a phone as a fault. Very annoying.
If Samsung would make a note with a flat display I would go back I don’t like the edge screen never cared for it. I had every galaxy phone since the s5 and I had notes as well. I buy new phones often I avoided the curved screen until I had to get it with the s8. I bought the 12 pro max for my very first iPhone is was a hard pill to swallow with everything I own being Samsung and I couldn’t be happier being back to a flat screen and I enjoy the keyboard more.
I was really confused with these two beast. And then finally I picked up note 10 plus and I am very happy with my choice.
You could never go wrong with either.
U ain’t missing shit , stick on
When you use 129 hz display, you'll be so much happy.
Do you have a problem with switching between both and getting text messages on your Samsung. From iMessage?
@@megaflex48 no, there's tons of apps to allow u to transfer over imessage stuff or use iCloud live with any android device.. Also I use Bixby routines to switch to 120ghz qhd+ display when I'm using Netflix, Chrome, the Camera or TH-cam for buttery smooth display on video apps and go back to 60ghz for everything else. I never used Bixby on previous Samsung devices but the routines feature is freaking clever.. You can automate the phone to do different tasks like the IFFT App when different apps or clicks open. I still use Google assistant over Bixby for searching, lol I set in Bixby routines everytime I hold the power button that Google assistant comes up and not Bixby, over riding it. They probably should've disabled that feature lol
I switched from iPhone to the Note 20 Ultra when it came out and I still haven't lost that excitement when I use it. I thought I'd get phone envy when watching all of the iPhone 12 reviews but the Ultra just offers so much more in comparison. Also been using it to stream and play my Xbox on and works perfectly. You would not be disappointed with the Ultra.
That’s how I feel if I get the note 20 ultra like will I be jealous of someone’s 12 pro max?
There's way too many features the iPhone 11, but 12 13 and 14 lack that will never make me envy it... They still don't have multiscreen for goodness sakes or a phablet with a pen and sit on only 60ghz display compared to 120ghz display on note 20 ultra and S22 ultra. Apple stopped innovating im guessing about 5yrs ago, they even adopted widgets and notification tray from Android.
I took advantage of the black Friday sale and traded my 11 pro max for the ultra. I didn't realize how bad I was missing the note app with my job, plus so many things it can do the iPhone did not, such as naming my network/Bluetooth connections just for example. I really can't understand the camera becoming a deciding factor just for selfies and social media lol.
I've used both cameras on iPhone 12 pro max and 13 vs note 20 ultra and the difference is minimal... Unless ur a photographer and can't spot the details a normal person would be more then satisfied with Samsungs 108 megalixel camera... Plus it has 50x zoom compared. To apples 5x zoom only ... I use the Camera on 50x zoom like binoculars and creep watch people from distance without them not even knowing lol or look at something from afar that I can't see.. it's ridiculously useful it's like having a magnifying glass in ur pocket ... There was a time apples camera dominated Samsung but now it's apples N oranges.
I always appreciate the camera and performance of an iPhone but i love how futuristic the samsung is. I am not a gamer and into photography, i just wanted a phone that is for me more futuristic and better display and design, so i will pick the note 20 ultra. I love the S pen too!
Note 20 ultra for the screen, design aesthetics and zoom. that said you should get the Snapdragon version.
Both companies say it’s the best glass ever. And as soon as it drops from a 2’ coffee table. BROKEN GLASS 😂😂😂😂😂
I just love iPhone how it’s square from the edges just like iPhone 5.. love that look a style
Me too. I've been using note phone since note 4 and currently have the note 9. But I just love build of this new iphone. I just don't know if I can handle the OS difference tbh I really like the customization of android and truly loath iTunes. I can't decide though. I will say I've had to deal with samsung customer service a few times and its terrible. Which is the main reason I'm considering the switch to begin with.
Im using the note 20 ultra 5g for two weeks now. I like the camera. However I have the exynos version and I agree that it heats up faster.
Where to find snapdragon version?
Us , canada , korean and chinese market only
Buy from ebay?
@@anonymousperson5441 buy import eksport.. Amazon also can😁
@@MrIlalee www.wondamobile.com
Excellent review and I do own a Galaxy Note Ultra & a Z Fold 2. I also ordered an iPhone 12 ProMax but cancelled after I actually handled one. Not only does it feel like a brick, it's also wider than the Ultra and that to me is on the extremes of what's comfortable in my hand. Whilst Apple are slowly catching up with Android for user interface, I still muse at how excited IOS guys get at what they have only just got that has existed on Android for years on the latest release. The fact that on a phone so huge as the ProMax you still can't have multi-window, is frankly hilarious. I'll stick with Samsung thank you very much and no doubt when Apple finally catch up to where Android is today, the latter will be even further down the road. Oh, good luck with not having a finger print sensor when you pop out wearing your mask on your new $1200 iPhone too.
They should have an S pen by now too gaurantee apple people would finally realize why it's more amazing on a flagship phone then on a tablet. It's like having a mouse on ur labtop
Jaime: "Samsung forgets we have ears."
😂😭☠️
What do you mean by that ???
Amazing video, you and Mr. Mobile are top tier.
This is why I watch your channel Sir. You always hit on all the key ingredients about Apple and Samsung. You hit on key topics on all manufacturers. I hope you have had a great weekend. Stay safe brother.
I couldn't give a rats about the higher refresh rate screens. I've seen them, I can tell the difference. I would rather keep the battery. Haven't ever felt like standard 60hz was not enough.
I can't go back to mediocre 60hz now i have tasted the amazing 120hz
@@GHSTSTRSCRM i want they give me the Best they can do with all the money i'm paying... If i pay Tons of cash for the Best, give me the Best
60hz seems from Paleolithic after using 120hz.. Could never go back
@@GHSTSTRSCRM bruh I have the note 20ultra mad bruh it feels so amazing scrolling through Instagram and I went on my sister's phone and I notice every flinch so it's hard to go back you prolly haven't even felt 120hz and u talking
If u r not fool or blind u can see this is just not only about 120Hz display, it's all about best value money can buy....
Free supercharger
Free earbuds live
Free AKG earphone
Expandable storage support
120 Hz best display in the world
Stylus
USB Type C supports
Samsung Dex
Everything that a normal daily user ask for get free free & free. Upto date technology with mind-blowing 🤯 overall phone.
None of that, f***king iPhone have. And you have to pay again (seriously 😠 🤬 😡) for some of them , if you need that. Are your mama pay that extra money for me ??
Why ?? Just because Apple is a brand ?? Apple are noting but a name that just want to empty people's wallet, without given anything.
The difference & little quality they say about iPhone is just on paper &/or benchmark but in reality , it's so marginal that 99% people can't even find any in normal daily use.
Rockin the Note 20 👍👍 what a beast!! Loving the large screen and power. Great video btw 👌
I Just got my Note 20 ultra.. I love Apple as well But, I want more on the storage.
I have the 20 and its great. I've had experience with both and the Samsung is MUCH better.
The iPhone 12 is just a copy of the IPhone 11 but the s20 series is different to the s10 and all of the Notes are different.
We love that
Also iphones are very restricted, swapped from IPhone 7 to S9 and I never go back 😑
Me: I'm hungry
Mom: hay frijoles
Me: I don't want frijoles
Mom: then you're not hungry
😂🤣😂🤣😂
😂😂😂
I'm blessed enough to say I daily carry both of them and this video was pretty accurate. I, too, would choose the Note 20 Ultra but the 12 Pro Max is close second
Same here, I use both, prefer the note. Infact this comment was written on my note while my iphone 12 pro max sits idle 🤣😂🤣🤣
Are you dreaming??
@@isthatso1961 And u too? Dreaming l mean?
I also have both well technically 2 of each because I buy my wife the same phone I get. I love the Note, but I also love the iPhone, battery last longer on iPhone and no hiccups where my note does give me hiccups. iPhone is overall smoother and you can’t beat the ecosystem, HomePod mini, Apple Watch, iPad Pro and air pods and don’t forget Apple car play is light years ahead of android auto.
@@flatt585 couldn’t have said it better
"The iPhone has the flat screen we all wish the Note had"
No. We don't all want a flat screen. I really dislike when reviewers use a completely subjective point and use it as a disadvantage, even though most people like the curved display.
You nailed it. Drives me crazy when they mention subjective things and label them as cons. ie. headphone jack, removable battery, expandable mem, wireless charging, etc. Just mention what the device has and doesn't have. None of the afore mentioned "features" are things that I need on a phone or care that it doesn't have.
@@Gunny_101st you also nailed it. Phone reviews aren't phone reviews anymore. Its more of a comparison of a phone vs THEIR ideal phone. They don't talk about phones on their own merits anymore. Its compare to this and compare to that. Its as if in all these years not a single phone reviewer has realized iOS and Android while both being mobile operating systems, are 2 totally different things almost entirely and yet we compare them over and over. From features to benchmarks. SMH. I guess thats the only formula to get views.
The reviewer is clearly a biased apple fan.
@@chrislee4485 why’s that? Just because he likes a flat screen?
Everyone is entitled to their own opinion but the curved screen is less usable screen real estate. I think it is more of a gimic to stand out. I personally don't see the reason for the curved screen.
WHAT is that beach wallpaper on the galaxy???? Please link 😭
I can't catch technology because of money.. so i think iPhone 12 pro max will stay longer in my hands because Apple will support the update till 5 years.. android max 3 years.. so.. i hope iPhone 12 pro max that i will get will serve me better..
You should know also that most people wouldn't use their phone that long. Before 5 years time, your phone will be old and behind the new tech then.
I just got a update to a old iPad Air that came out more then seven years ago. Call me crazy but I don’t think Samsung will do things like that.
@@DuesenbergJ u can root your andriod
@@DuesenbergJ and that update barely does anything. Not dissing the iPad obviously, but my iPad 5th gen started showing its age with occasional stutters and lags. Once I reset it, it performs well and when I hoard it with apps, it again shows its age. Phones and tabs are kind of less usable after 3 years honestly. My S8+ also feels dated now, given the fact it was one of the best when I pre-ordered it in 2017.
@@alpha5124 yes i know.. but like i said.. i can't catch up technology with my money.. if 3 years from now i wanted to change phone.. i could sell the iPhone 12 pro max with good money too.. not like android.. the price will drop a lot compared to iPhone.. so i hope this phone will perform with me for atleast 3 years and above.. if after 3 years the phone still okay.. i wouldnt mind to buy new phone..
Great video! I have used both for a short period of time, I would have to go with the Note 20 Ultra as well. Two thumbs up!
I still experience occasional lag when I copy paste stuffs from the browser to certain apps or editing my own older content on the Note. I sold the Note last week for a new IPhone 12 Pro Max.
Good for you !!! I dont think you know anything about the note , otherwise............!!!!!
@@Patrick_cb yea I guess I don’t know anything about the note even I used it for more than 6 months. You win
I had every galaxy since the s5 and I bought the 12 pro max a few weeks ago and it’s my first iPhone and I’m pretty please with it coming from a s10+ I went to iPhone cause I fell in love with having a flat screen again I never cared for the edge and never used the edge feature for me it was a waste of time and I also get better battery life with the iPhone and seem to download things much quicker then my galaxy ever did. If Samsung releases a note with a flat screen I’ll switch back until then I think imma gonna keep my iPhone.
I switched to iPhone 12 Pro Max from s10+ too and I love it
If there's one thing I can tell you as a guy who switched from the iPhone 12 to note 20 ultra, trust me, once you actually see and feel the note, you'll be mesmerized
Why did you switch? I’ve been trying to do so myself and I keep coming back to iPhones all the time 😹😹
@@maverickmig211 Bro I was just fed up with the stupid notch on the iphone. They haven't changed much in design in the last three phone. Even though there have been spec upgrades within the new iphones, those don't make any significant difference for a regualr joe such as myself. But the note just feels premium when you hold it, and that alone made me switch.
@@BigDaddy136 my dude just jumped on the green bubble train with no remorse u ain’t ready for apple bro stick with android
@@CashCollecta typical
Finally a reviewer that actually choose a device at the end. Great video and comparison. I am an iPhone user that has been using the Samsung galaxy note 20 ultra for the past several weeks and I am blown away. What I miss is apples ecosystem and how everything syncs, no smart watch can beat the Apple Watch. When it comes to fitness and health and applications Apple has the upper hand. However the endless possibilities with the note 20 ultra it’s futuristic.
I'm trying to pick one... which would you choose?
I traded in my IPhone 11 pro for the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G and I love..LOVE THIS PHONE!!!
I'm happy for you 😊
@@leon_nwo9168 Thanks 😊
How hard was it to switch your info to android platform
@@ottallman not hard at actually. They connected the phones together at the mobile and they switched everything from one phone the other, it was great!
I was debating between these two phones. Would you still say the N20U?
XBox game pass with XCloud has now cemented me in android until apple decides to allow companies to put apps like that on their store
I agree. Although at least now you can use Geforce now on iPhone. play.geforcenow.com add to home screen and Bam! Now Xbox needs to follow.
I have an iPhone 12 pro Max, and looking at the Note 20 ultra.. makes me wanna switch to Samsung
@Daniel Pacheco thanks for the advice , i might do the same thing
Still with the amazing Note10+! Note for life!!!!!
Same here. Note10+. Umfortunately, note20 will be the last of its kind. Sad.
I still have the note 10+ but am considering upgrading. My keyboard has began freezing on my home screen for some reason
Note for life
😉
Still on my note 8 with no serious issues looking to upgrade
#me to
The iPhone is an amazing phone, but I'm a Note fan! I've had the Note 5, 8, 9 and 10+. I just ordered the Note 20 Ultra! The overall package of the Note is fantastic!
You won't be disappointed!
I have a iphone 12 pro max Pacific blue 128gb but I will day the note 20 ultra is a beautiful phone
I used a Note 10+ from release till last week and was pretty satisfied. But since I‘m kinda bored of Android I bought a iPhone 12 Pro Max. Yes, the Notch is really big. But honestly, even coming from a Note 10+, it doesn’t bother me that much. Also there are so many good Apps That are better on iOS or aren’t even available on Android.
Last year I thought that my next phone has to have 120hz, but if I’m being totally honest, I don’t even care. My iPad Pro 2018 has a 120hz screen and my new Laptop has a 240hz screen and I only see the difference when I actively look for it. If not, I’m not even aware it is there.
So far I’m pretty happy but I only got it 7 days ago.
The Note 20 Ultra is really compelling but to me it doesn’t look too interesting. But this is obviously very subjective.
@@marcel_kleist Yeah me too, just came from a Note 10+ to the Pro Max
@@anthonybrowning2281 and what are your opinions so far?
Honestly the lower range iphones have been better value compared to the androids in the past 2-3 generations rather than the flagships so in this case I'd definitely go Note.
Seems these comment sections have been overtaken by generic anti-Apple sheep. I’ve seen many a few comments that hit on the M1 MacBooks performance simply because, quote, “ARM and x86 are completely different! You can’t compare them!” Jeez what braindead idiots
@@stacia6678 People have their preferences. If those preferences are different from yours. It doesn't mean they're "sheep"
@@stacia6678 my comment was not anti apple at all, I'm the first to admit that if it wasn't such a closed ecosystem (and so expensive) I'd have jumped on it ages ago, I'm impressed with what they achieve but in this here comparison the Note to me is just flat out the better value for money device, when you go down the price range with the non ultra versions of the note or the plus versions of the S line and a lot of other flagships Iphones make more sense to me.
Just my opinion
For Black Friday I went to Costco and bought the Samsung Note 20 Ultra... An upgrade from a three year old Note 8. So far so good.
I'm getting it next week. And I'm also upgrading from Note 8! 😁
I too didn't expect the iPhone to do better with photography than my Note. Was stunned when it did. I'm now carrying an iPhone with me. But I still have my Note for all of the reasons that you mentioned. If I could only have one ... tough call as I take a LOT of photos and videos. I love the Note, but on that side, Samsung has been showing a bit of wavering on commitment lately. (How many more Notes will there be?). Also Samsung has been removing features on each iteration. Most recently the loss of the 45W fast charger, they cut the base storage in half from 256GB to 128GB, the loss of the TOF sensor, etc.). Apple at least has been consistant with adding features (unless you count the 3D Touch or the charger in the box).
Ellie Whitehead
I’ve been a Samsung user for a long time. I just traded in my note 20 ultra for the 12 pro max. There’s a few reasons why I did this. I used all the Note 20 features that the iPhone doesn’t have a lot. The S-pen was my go to, split screen was defiantly handy. After having Note for 3gens, the S-pen wasn’t such a big deal in the end. Sure it was good for when I was felling lazy and laying the phone down to swipe through pages or using it for quick use with the calculator.. but other than that I only used it for writing down notes.
Split screen was handy but I only used it to write down a number from text for what ever website. iPhone you do need to worry about this as it gives you the option to copy number from a text message instantly to varify.
Samsung’s keyboard is insanely frustrating, especially while using chrome. If you are to search something in the address bar ‘.com’ comes up as a button and takes up room so you’re constantly hitting that by accident while writing in a subject. As well as a full stop. iPhone I haven’t misspelled something yet.
Bixby vs Siri. Bixby is downright terrible. I’ve always hated it. It never takes what you say properly, it doesn’t react to your voice properly. To me it was utterly useless. Siri on the other hand doesn’t miss a beat, and I’m finding myself actually using her a hell of a lot.
The iPhone feels a lot sturdier compared to the note with its thick edges
A major problem I’ve had in the last few months is, and this was happening with the S20+ as well is that I could not do video-link appointments for doctors and paediatrician appointments there was ALWAYS a problem that I had to get the doctor to call me back over the phone. Different websites. I’ve had to use my mother in laws iPhone or my hubby’s.
Another thing was the NFC, I gave up using careless payments because I was never really sure if it was going to work or not. This is with various cases, thin and thick. Very inconvenient.
Now I’ll have a whine about the galaxy watches. I’ve had the active 2 and the galaxy watch 3. These were also terrible with NFC. Not only that, the apps were very limited. And again bixby sucked on it, and doing voice to text on them again, sucked.
And lastly I had to pay a $50 a year subscription for virus protection, Samsung is not secure. With iPhone I don’t need to fork out this extra.
These things mightn’t seem like a big deal when you’ve just entered the Samsung Note world.. and I would’ve never thought I’d get myself an iPhone because the fact you can’t modify a lot of settings like Samsung and don’t have options in ways of theme (visuals with phones is a big thing for me), but after getting the hang of my husbands phone I decided to change. My 6 years with Samsung Note is done and gone
With the Google Assistant Note 20 Ultra features not 1 but 2 personal assistants.
4:05 reverse wireless charging? On the iPhone? What???
iPhone 12 modes have the hardware for that but Apple decided to shut it off 🥱 because battery 🔋
the iphone 12 has it apparently but its not activated at least for now
@@TVCHLORD Interesting. They said this with iPhone 11 too but at the end it wasn't true.
They’re both really great phones it’s a hard choice 🤨
Agreed! Been battling myself on which one to go with?!?!?
Do a name Randomizer online, input both names and see what Luck chooses for you.
@Alter Ego tbh the size of the neq phone just killes it for me and also the camera design
I've been back and forth for weeks now and I still don't know.
I choose for you samsung
I'll pick note 20 ultra over iphone 12 pro max any day considering iphone costs 1.5 times more than samsung in my region.
Note 20 Ultra is more expensive here in the USA sadly
@@SantanaVlogs why that is technically true, the Note 20 has always been on sale for $200 off. Now, it is $250 off, and also comes with a charger :)
Imo, no one should ever buy a Samsung phone at full price because they are always on sale.
Spent 2 weeks watching and reading reviews of iPhone but still ended buying note20 ultra.
Same here
Well I own the ultra, and it costed me INR 1L , and my friend bought Iphone pro max for INR 1.3L. So ultra is still a shade cheaper.
It depends on the region you live
Hows the note 20 ultra ? Planning to get one
So far so very good. But I still haven't used it to its best. Not into gaming much, and not in a corporate job to utilise it for on the go stuff. Camera is wow, video watching is awesome. The one game I downloaded Altos Odessy is very immersive. Making language learning notes is a delight. Pen I use mainly for clicking selfies... and coloring at times. My handwriting is bad so I prefer to type.
@@smiledentgal thanks for the detailed information.
I'm using iphone 11 pro max and this month i want to buy Note 20 Ultra Snapdragon the best
Wait till S21 will come out Jan-Feb
You don’t need to upgrade
@@Edqariukas Note is completely different phone and S21 is something else but S21 dose looks very good but then note users will always choose a note phone 🤷♂️
@@DJIDroneTravel Indeed it's a different phone but rumours tells that maybe S20 biggest phone might come with a pen and also when new device is being released it means old phones will drop in price. So I think that in general is worth waiting few months for your own benefit.
I just upgraded from the 11 pro max to the ultra and I freaking love it. I only miss facetime really but everything else the note is so much better
Great Review Mate, I thought you would pick iPhone over Samsung like many youtubers out there. But at the last part of the video, you gave real opinion. It made my day. Samsung FTW!
Samsung is the best value that money can buy.....
Free supercharger
Free earbuds live
Free AKG earphone
Expandable storage support
120 Hz best display in the world
Stylus
USB Type C supports
Samsung Dex
Everything that a normal daily user ask for get free free & free. Upto date technology with mind-blowing 🤯 overall phone.
None of that, f***king iPhone have. And you have to pay again (seriously 😠 🤬 😡) for some of them , if you need that. Are your mama pay that extra money for me ??
Why ?? Just because Apple is a brand ?? Apple are noting but a name that just want to empty people's wallet, without given anything.
The difference & little quality they say about iPhone is just on paper &/or benchmark but in reality, if there is any, it's so marginal that 99% people can't even find any in normal daily use.
Note 20 ultra!!!
0:40 how fast he can say his name is fascinating
🤣🤣🤣ikr
When asked which phone, says ultra!!!
When roaming out, finds apple with every other person.!!!