The recently launched flagship smartphone series from Samsung consists of three devices: the Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+, and the Galaxy S20 Ultra. A recently published video showed that the Galaxy S20 Ultra is a well-built phone. Since all the phones are made using the same materials (high-grade aluminum and Gorilla Glass 6), one would think that they're all equally tough. However, it appears that it's not the case.
SquareTrade, the phone insurance and repair firm, has performed its usual ‘breakability' test on the Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+, and the Galaxy S20 Ultra, and published the video on YouTube. The test results show that the Galaxy S20 is susceptible to more damage when compared to the Galaxy S20+ and the Galaxy S20 Ultra. The Galaxy S20's screen was shattered during the first 6-feet drop, and it was the only phone to malfunction after the bend test.
The only test where the Galaxy S20 performed well was the water submersion test. The Galaxy S20+ and the Galaxy S20 Ultra remained functional after multiple drops and passing through the bend test. It is to be noted that most people don't drop phones from a height of six feet, which means that your Galaxy S20 might not shatter after the first drop. Still, it is better to use a good-quality case if you don't want to spend money getting the phone repaired.
The Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+, and the Galaxy S20 Ultra scored 81, 71, and 70 points, respectively. Note that lower scores mean better build quality. In comparison, the Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10, and the Galaxy S10+ had scored 76, 73, and 73 points, respectively. It appears that smaller Samsung phones are more prone to damage than larger phones.
