Sell my Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
Trade-in value up to $195 (512GB · flawless · unlocked) · paid quickly · free certified data wipe
Estimated market value · we refine it daily from live competitor offers
Released in 2020 at $1299, your Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is worth real money today. Phones lose value fast once the next model lands, so selling your Galaxy Note 20 Ultra sooner puts more cash in your pocket. BuyBackBear gives you a transparent quote in seconds, pays more than carrier bill-credit deals, wipes your data to NIST 800-88 standards with a free certificate, and pays you quickly after we inspect it. Lock today's price below.
What's my Galaxy Note 20 Ultra worth? A Galaxy Note 20 Ultra in flawless, unlocked condition is worth up to $195 with BuyBackBear today, about 15% of its $1,299 launch price. Offers range from $27 for a broken unit up to $195 flawless, and we pay cash quickly after we inspect it. Released in 2020 (about 6 years ago), the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra keeps losing value as newer models launch, selling now locks today's price.
Model numbers (printed on the back): 986U1, N986, N986B, N986B-DS, N986B/DS, N986N, N986U, N986U/DS, N986U1, SCG06, SM-986U1, SM-N986, check yours so we quote the exact variant.
Galaxy Note 20 Ultra: key trade-in facts
- Top payout (flawless, unlocked)
- $195
- Broken / won't power on
- from $27
- Released
- 2020
- Launch price
- $1,299 (15% retained)
- Storage sizes priced
- 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
- Payment
- PayPal, Zelle, Venmo or check
- Shipping
- Free prepaid label, both ways
- Quote lock
- 14 days
- Data
- NIST 800-88 certified wipe
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Real cash vs a carrier trade-in
Your Galaxy Note 20 Ultra offer is paid as real cash you can spend anywhere. A carrier “trade-in” of a similar size is bill credit spread over 24 to 36 months, and only while you buy a new phone and stay on their plan.
- Real cash by PayPal, Zelle, Venmo or check
- Yours to spend anywhere, no strings
- We beat any competitor’s written quote by $2
- Spread over 24 to 36 monthly bill credits
- Only if you buy a new phone and stay on plan
- Leave early and the remaining credit disappears
| Condition | What it means |
|---|---|
| Flawless | Like new, no scratches, fully functional, no screen marks. |
| Good | Light wear, minor scratches. Screen and body intact, fully working. |
| Fair | Visible scratches or scuffs but no cracks. Fully functional. |
| Cracked screen | Cracked glass or display but the device still powers on and works. |
| Broken | Major damage, cracked back, bad screen, or faults. Still powers on. |
| Won't power on | Dead or won't boot, sold for parts. |
About the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, released in 2020, stands as a pinnacle of productivity and premium smartphone experience. It boasts a stunning 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, offering vibrant visuals and fluid interaction. Powered by the Snapdragon 865+ processor in the US, it delivers exceptional performance for demanding tasks, gaming, and multitasking. Its signature S Pen provides unparalleled precision for note-taking, drawing, and remote control. The device features a versatile triple-camera system, highlighted by a 108MP main sensor and a 50x Space Zoom telephoto lens, capturing breathtaking photos and 8K videos. With a robust 4500 mAh battery, fast wired and wireless charging, and IP68 water resistance, the Note 20 Ultra 5G is built for endurance. Its elegant design, premium materials, and 5G connectivity make it a powerful tool for both work and play, appealing to users who demand the best in mobile technology.
- ✓Dynamic AMOLED 2X 120Hz Display
- ✓Integrated S Pen with enhanced latency
- ✓Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ Processor
- ✓Versatile 108MP Triple Camera System
- ✓5G Connectivity (sub-6 GHz / mmWave)
- ✓IP68 Water and Dust Resistance
- ✓Gorilla Glass Victus Protection
- ✓Expandable Storage via microSDXC
Galaxy Note 20 Ultra specifications
- Display
- 6.9 inches
- Panel
- Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution
- 3200 x 1440
- Refresh rate
- 120Hz
- Chip
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ (7 nm+)
- RAM
- 12 GB
- OS at launch
- Android 10, One UI 2.5
- Main camera
- 108 MP (wide) + 12 MP (periscope telephoto) + 12 MP (ultrawide)
- Front camera
- 10 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.24", 1.22µm, Dual Pixel PDAF
- Battery
- 4500
- Charging
- 25W wired fast charging
- Dimensions
- 164.8 x 77.2 x 8.1 mm
- Weight
- 208.0
- Build
- Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), stainless steel frame
- Water resistance
- IP68 dust/water resi
- Port
- USB Type-C 3.2, DisplayPort, OTG
- Unlock
- Under-display ultrasonic fingerprint, Face recognition
- Storage
- 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
Common Galaxy Note 20 Ultra issues we check at inspection
- Screen burn-in on Dynamic AMOLED 2X display. Ghost images from status bar icons, navigation gestures, or keyboard are visible on the OLED panel, especially noticeable on lighter backgrounds.
- Battery degradation. The 4500mAh battery capacity has significantly reduced after 2-3 years of use, leading to shorter battery life.
- S Pen functionality issues. The S Pen may have connectivity problems, reduced responsiveness, or not be recognized by the device.
- Camera module defects. Focusing issues, lens smudges, or internal hardware failures within the complex camera system.
- Cracked screen or back glass. Damage to the Gorilla Glass Victus front or back, often from drops. This is a very common cosmetic and functional defect.
- Charging port issues. The USB-C port may be loose, damaged, or not charging reliably due to debris or wear.