Sell my Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
Trade-in value up to $141 (512GB · flawless · unlocked) · paid quickly · free certified data wipe
Estimated market value · we refine it daily from live competitor offers
Released in 2020 at $1399, your Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is worth real money today. Phones lose value fast once the next model lands, so selling your Galaxy S20 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 S20 Ultra worth? A Galaxy S20 Ultra in flawless, unlocked condition is worth up to $141 with BuyBackBear today, about 10% of its $1,399 launch price. Offers range from $21 for a broken unit up to $141 flawless, and we pay cash quickly after we inspect it. Released in 2020 (about 6 years ago), the Galaxy S20 Ultra keeps losing value as newer models launch, selling now locks today's price.
Model numbers (printed on the back): G988, G9880, G988B, G988N, G988U, G988U1, G988W, SM-G988, SM-G9880, SM-G988B, SM-G988B/DS, SM-G988N, check yours so we quote the exact variant.
Galaxy S20 Ultra: key trade-in facts
- Top payout (flawless, unlocked)
- $141
- Broken / won't power on
- from $21
- Released
- 2020
- Launch price
- $1,399 (10% retained)
- Storage sizes priced
- 128GB, 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 S20 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 S20 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G, released in 2020, was a flagship device that pushed the boundaries of smartphone technology. It featured a stunning 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate, offering an incredibly smooth and immersive visual experience. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 5G processor in the US, it delivered top-tier performance for gaming, multitasking, and demanding applications, coupled with robust 5G connectivity. Its most notable feature was the groundbreaking camera system, highlighted by a 108 MP main sensor and an innovative 48 MP periscope telephoto lens capable of 100x Space Zoom. This allowed users to capture incredibly detailed photos and videos, including 8K recording. With a large 5000 mAh battery and fast charging capabilities, the S20 Ultra 5G was designed for power users who demanded the best in mobile technology.
- ✓6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X 120Hz Display
- ✓Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 5G Processor
- ✓108 MP Quad Camera with 100x Space Zoom
- ✓5G Connectivity
- ✓5000 mAh Battery with 45W Fast Charging
- ✓IP68 Water and Dust Resistance
- ✓Under-display Ultrasonic Fingerprint Sensor
- ✓Stereo Speakers tuned by AKG
Galaxy S20 Ultra specifications
- Display
- 6.9 in
- Panel
- Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution
- 3200 x 1440
- Refresh rate
- 120Hz (at FHD+), 60Hz (at QHD+
- Chip
- Octa Core
- RAM
- 12 GB
- OS at launch
- Android
- Main camera
- 108.0 MP
- Front camera
- 40 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide)
- Battery
- 5000
- Charging
- 45W wired fast charging (charger sold separately), PD3.0
- Dimensions
- 166.9 x 76.0 x 8.8 mm
- Weight
- 222.0
- Build
- Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 6), aluminum frame
- Water resistance
- IP68 dust/water resi
- Port
- USB Type-C 3.2, DisplayPort 1.2
- Unlock
- Under-display ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, Face recognition
- Storage
- 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
Common Galaxy S20 Ultra issues we check at inspection
- Screen burn-in on Dynamic AMOLED 2X display. Ghosting from static UI elements like status bar icons, navigation gestures, or keyboard is common on OLED panels, especially with prolonged use. The S20 Ultra's large, high-resolution display is susceptible.
- Battery degradation. The 5000mAh battery, while large, will naturally degrade over time. Listings often mention 'poor battery life' or 'needs replacement', indicating health below 80%.
- Camera module issues. The complex multi-lens camera system, particularly the periscope zoom lens, can develop focus problems, image stabilization failures, or physical damage from drops. Sellers might list 'blurry photos' or 'camera not working'.
- Cracked screen or glass back. Both the front (Gorilla Glass 6) and back (Gorilla Glass 6) are prone to cracking from drops. Sellers frequently list 'cracked screen' or 'broken back glass'.
- Charging port issues. The USB-C port can become loose, damaged, or clogged with debris, leading to intermittent charging or data transfer problems.
- Overheating. While not a universal defect, some users report the device can get excessively hot during heavy use or charging, potentially impacting performance and longevity.