Samsung Galaxy Note20 / Note20 Ultra

[yui4]

How to enable hidden 96hz Refresh Rate.

I haven't seen any tests on battery life, but it could potentially increase battery life for those who don't really need the full 120hz.

You can now easily enable 96Hz refresh rate mode on Galaxy S20

The Galaxy S20 series features 120Hz refresh rate mode for the screen, and the experience of using a high refresh ...

www.sammobile.com

Only issue I'm unsure of is the note 20 is no set to adaptive refresh rate so not static at 120hz, if we set to 90hz, I'm assuming that is then on permanent and may hit battery more? Just thinking out loud
(In fairness I haven't read the linked article)

 

[Dmunjal]

How to enable hidden 96hz Refresh Rate.

I haven't seen any tests on battery life, but it could potentially increase battery life for those who don't really need the full 120hz.

You can now easily enable 96Hz refresh rate mode on Galaxy S20

The Galaxy S20 series features 120Hz refresh rate mode for the screen, and the experience of using a high refresh ...

www.sammobile.com

This is for the S20 and not the Note S20.

Has anyone tried this on the Note S20 Ultra or the vanilla Note S20?

 

[SteveJUAE]

I was simply asking about people’s experiences with the U.K. model, I know that the Exynos isn’t just UK, the EU countries also have it. I was asking about the U.K. because I’m from the U.K.

If you don’t want to reply to what I was asking, simply don’t reply to me! But to accuse me of stirring is just wrong! You do realise people can have questions, opinions and thoughts about products they haven’t purchased. Do not tell me to move on, just simply don’t reply to me if you don’t like what I have to ask or say.

Dave you do this all the time you feign interest in many devices post 100's of questions rarely commit and throw in the occasional Apple plug and stir

I am from UK but live in Asia and have the Exynos version as do many others, SD version is just a few countries, how can we compare without also owning a SD version and battery life is so subjective

My wife is using our Note Ultra currently and she can go 2 days easily YMMV

 

[SteveJUAE]

Anyone tried wireless Dex yet?

No my wife has stolen our Ultra for now, but after seeing D2D review of the TAB7 with Dex as a far more productive tool over the IPP I am almost tempted to pursue DEX a bit harder this year especially now it's wireless

 

[Dave245]

Dave you do this all the time you feign interest in many devices post 100's of questions rarely commit and throw in the occasional Apple plug and stir

Excuse me, I don’t feign anything, I have a genuine interest in technology. I may use Apple products, but that doesn’t stop me from being interested in others!

There is noting wrong with having an interest in other devices and getting other people’s thoughts on them. That doesn’t mean I have to go out and buy them or that I shouldn’t buy them if I choose.

I don’t just stick to the Apple part of the forum because while I do use Apple products, I’m also interested in other technology. The Note series interests me, asking questions is how you get information and knowledge from those that own the devices.

I would kindly ask that if you don’t like what I do, don’t reply to me and simply ignore or block me! but I see nothing wrong with what I have done!

 

[SteveJUAE]

Excuse me, I don’t feign anything, I have a genuine interest in technology. I may use Apple products, but that doesn’t stop me from being interested in others!

There is noting wrong with having an interest in other devices and getting other people’s thoughts on them. That doesn’t mean I have to go out and buy them or that I shouldn’t buy them if I choose.

I don’t just stick to the Apple part of the forum because while I do use Apple products, I’m also interested in other technology. The Note series interests me, asking questions is how you get information and knowledge from those that own the devices.

I would kindly ask that if you don’t like what I do, don’t reply to me and simply ignore or block me! but I see nothing wrong with what I have done!

You know the SD issue is a contentious point and its been discussed several times, your just trying to raise it again IMO even though you have no real interest other than curiosity in the Notes

This is obvious as I have noted we can't advise without owning both devices

 

[michael9891]

Are any of you guys in the UK? if so how’s battery life with the Exynos chip? Also can you tell it’s slower than the Snapdragon version?

I’m interested because a couple of reviews have stated the battery life and performance is not as good.

I'm interested to know how you think anyone could tell their Exynos Note would be slower than a SD phone they have never used?

 

[Dave245]

You know the SD issue is a contentious point and its been discussed several times, your just trying to raise it again IMO even though you have no real interest other than curiosity in the Notes

This is obvious as I have noted we can't advise without owning both devices

I was simply asking a question, you can’t speak for me and my interest so please don’t try to. Also it’s not a crime to be curious, I have an interest in tech.

I didn’t say I wanted advice, I was asking people’s experience based on the device they own. I never mentioned a side by side comparison, I simply asked about people’s experience based on their use of the U.K. model of the device.

I don’t see what the problem is here. As I have stated, if you don’t like my questions or that fact that I have an interest in devices, you are free to block me and not engage with me in any way. I’m not here for arguments or the throwing of accusations.

 

[Dave245]

I'm interested to know how you think anyone could tell their Exynos Note would be slower than a SD phone they have never used?

There are YouTube videos that mention it along with the hit on battery. I don’t know it as fact which is why I asked the question of people’s experience with their devices.

 

[SDColorado]

Dave how could we do that you would need to have both versions in hand to tell doing some daft test and you do not need to be in UK to get Exynos set just not in US and Korea

Also remember the US SD version has less memory and no dual sim and can cost more and likely no headset

Your just stirring and what do you expect the Duo to be doing against these chip-sets, move on

I have a Note 10+ w/ Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. I guess that is what they are saying the Exynos cpu is on par with? If so it is plenty fast enough. There were a few things with the Note 20 Ultra I wanted over the Note 10+, but I never found the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 lacking.
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[SteveJUAE]

I was simply asking about people’s experiences with the U.K. model, I know that the Exynos isn’t just UK, the EU countries also have it. I was asking about the U.K. because I’m from the U.K.

If you don’t want to reply to what I was asking, simply don’t reply to me! But to accuse me of stirring is just wrong! You do realise people can have questions, opinions and thoughts about products they haven’t purchased. Do not tell me to move on, just simply don’t reply to me if you don’t like what I have to ask or say.

Dave you did not you asked how it was against the SD that is the point and you know it, it was a delebrate question on a niggly point for some and unless you have both it's not possible to assist

Are any of you guys in the UK? if so how’s battery life with the Exynos chip? Also can you tell it’s slower than the Snapdragon version?

I’m interested because a couple of reviews have stated the battery life and performance is not as good.

 

[michael9891]

There are YouTube videos that mention it along with the hit on battery. I don’t know it as fact which is why I asked the question of people’s experience with their devices.

But how can you compare a phone you own to one you've never used? You simply wouldn't be able to tell unless you've had them side by side for a period of time.

 

[SDColorado]

LOL I did the same to my wife and she had them in upside down

I tried them myself and was very impressed, they were very good for their intended use as active wearables

My wired in ear Bose still beat most ANC even though several years old now but Samsung have found a good balance IMO with their ANC for outdoor use and the bass if more B&O like than Bose which I like

Haha yeah. I put them in yesterday and I kept thinking the whole ride "Man, these are freaking awful. No volume, tinny-sounding, no clarity. Maybe some of the worst earbuds I have ever tried.

They work a whole lot better right side up. Not on par with the Bose or even the Sony, but for "free" earbuds, I will keep them around.

 

[SDColorado]

Only issue I'm unsure of is the note 20 is no set to adaptive refresh rate so not static at 120hz, if we set to 90hz, I'm assuming that is then on permanent and may hit battery more? Just thinking out loud
(In fairness I haven't read the linked article)

You have it absolutely right. It is a static 96hz. So the question for battery testers and benchmarkers with more patience than me, is does it save any battery vs the adaptive refresh. The answer probably depends on your use scenario and how much time adaptive is spending above 96hz.

 

[Dave245]

Dave you did not you asked how it was against the SD that is the point and you know it, it was a delebrate question on a niggly point for some and unless you have both it's not possible to assist

I asked about experience with battery life and the Exynos chip with the U.K. version! there have been YouTube videos of people saying that it’s slower than the Snapdragon. It was a question.

In other words how are people finding the battery life and processor on their devices. I’m only going off of what I have read and seen with YouTube.

 

[SteveJUAE]

Haha yeah. I put them in yesterday and I kept thinking the whole ride "Man, these are freaking awful. No volume, tinny-sounding, no clarity. Maybe some of the worst earbuds I have ever tried.

They work a whole lot better right side up. Not on par with the Bose or even the Sony, but for "free" earbuds, I will keep them around.

Yes I think for full ANC the Samsung may seem sub par but given for active use walking/jogging where its essential to have some awareness I think its the right balance

I am always concerned as my wife walks the local park in KL city center and to get there, there are busy roads she has to cross etc and full ANC would be dangerous IMO

 

[Dave245]

But how can you compare a phone you own to one you've never used? You simply wouldn't be able to tell unless you've had them side by side for a period of time.

Because of people’s experience with day to day use. I was simply asking how battery life was with the U.K. version and how fast the processor is, the Exynos chip is said to not be as fast as the Snapdragon. I can’t answer for myself since I don’t own the devices. A genuine question that I know wish I hadn’t of asked now that silly accusations have been thrown around based on a simple question ??‍♂️

 

[michael9891]

Because of people’s experience with day to day use. I was simply asking how battery life was with the U.K. version and how fast the processor is, the Exynos chip is said to not be as fast as the Snapdragon. I can’t answer for myself since I don’t own the devices. A genuine question that I know wish I hadn’t of asked now that silly accusations have been thrown around based on a simple question ??‍♂️

I was simply responding to you specifically asking if people have noticed Exynos being slower than SD (your words).

 

[SteveJUAE]

I asked about experience with battery life and the Exynos chip with the U.K. version! there have been YouTube videos of people saying that it’s slower than the Snapdragon. It was a question.

In other words how are people finding the battery life and processor on their devices. I’m only going off of what I have read and seen with YouTube.

Look at your own quote "Also can you tell it’s slower than the Snapdragon version? " this is the point as others have noted

Enough now on this, lets both move on

 

[SDColorado]

This is for the S20 and not the Note S20.

Has anyone tried this on the Note S20 Ultra or the vanilla Note S20?

The screen shot I posted was from my Note 20 Ultra. There is another screen shot from another users Note 20 Ultra showing it working in more detail...

 

[Dave245]

Look at your own quote "Also can you tell it’s slower than the Snapdragon version? " this is the point as others have noted

Enough now on this

yes a question, can you tell if it’s slower than the Snapdragon. I don’t see anything wrong with that question.

Yes and also enough with the accusations. You could simply have stated the point without them. In future if you don’t like my questions or the way I have phrased something, simply don’t engage with me, it isn’t an issue.

 

[Dave245]

I was simply responding to you specifically asking if people have noticed Exynos being slower than SD (your words).

It was a simple question, since the Exynos is said to be slower do people feel like their device is slower. The Exynos In the 20 is said to be on par speed wise as last years Snapdragon. So can people tell the difference is what I was getting at.

 

[SteveJUAE]

yes a question, can you tell if it’s slower than the Snapdragon. I don’t see anything wrong with that question.

Yes and also enough with the accusations. You could simply have stated the point without them. In future if you don’t like my questions or the way I have phrased something, simply don’t engage with me, it isn’t an issue.

Dave that is may be the problem if you do not understand what your posting on a contentious point that we cannot answer without owning 2 devices

I also note it cuts both ways, do not post in a public forum if you do not expect answers

The onus is equally on you to ignore or otherwise, its not one sided as you like to think

 

[Dave245]

Dave that is may be the problem if you do not understand what your posting on a contentious point that we cannot answer without owning 2 devices

I also note it cuts both ways, do not post in a public forum if you do not expect answers

The onus is equally on you to ignore or otherwise, its not one sided as you like to think

Ok, maybe I should of phrased the question differently. What I’m simply looking for are people’s experiences with the Note 20 Exynos chip, is it really an issue.

it wasn’t your reply, it was the tone in which it came across and words like feigning an interest and stirring it. They imply some motive that I simply do not have. My question is simply out of interest with no intention other than to gain knowledge based on people’s experiences rather than some YouTubers thoughts.

 

[SDColorado]

Yes I think for full ANC the Samsung may seem sub par but given for active use walking/jogging where its essential to have some awareness I think its the right balance

I am always concerned as my wife walks the local park in KL city center and to get there, there are busy roads she has to cross etc and full ANC would be dangerous IMO

It certainly can be. I have a set with full ANC that I don't care for when cycling, walking, jogging. I find it too isolating and don't like not being able to hear anything around me.

I love them for when I am working/studying and want to shut out all distraction, but I find them eerie for active use