Wired | Julian Chokkattu

The Galaxy S20 is the way to go, but only if you're looking for an uncompromising Android phone.

Trusted Reviews | Max Parker

For most people, the Samsung Galaxy S20 is the best Android phone available right now. This will likely be the biggest selling flagship Android device of the year, with a lot of happy customers.

TechRadar | James Peckham

The Samsung Galaxy S20 isn't the most cutting-edge of Samsung's S20 lineup – that honor goes to the Galaxy S20 Ultra – but it's still a powerful phone with an ergonomic and attractive design, and the introduction of new features like 5G, the 120Hz display and upgraded rear cameras make it an outstanding handset in its own right.

Mobile Syrup | Jonathan Lamont

The S20 is excellent, but I believe it's peak smartphone. It's so good that the bigger, arguably better S20+ and Ultra fail to justify themselves.

CNET | Jessica Dolcourt

I genuinely enjoy using the Galaxy S20 and its camera. But it's not the slam dunk for me I was hoping for. If you need a new Android phone now, the S20 is my pick.

Engadget | Cherlynn Low

Few Android flagships look as good as the Galaxy S20, and fewer even sport features this advanced. Samsung's latest sports a smooth 120Hz screen, versatile triple-camera setup and 5G support (depending on your carrier), making it one of the best Android phones on the market.

The Verge | Dieter Bohn

There will be other Android phones that meet or exceed the Galaxy S20 on any number of metrics or specs, of course. But I'm confident predicting that few - perhaps none - will match the overall experience. The Galaxy S is the default Android phone for a reason.

Tom's Guide | Mark Spoonauer

Overall, our top pick among Samsung's new Android phones is the Galaxy S20 Plus, because it offers a larger display and longer endurance ... if you prefer a smaller device, you should be very pleased with the regular Galaxy S20.

Pocket-lint | Cam Bunton

With the Ultra model not quite doing enough to earn its name or price tag, the S20 is everything you'd hope for in the premium flagship. It's an easy recommendation, one that's genuinely great to use day-to-day.

Expert Reviews | Nathan Spendelow

It's a good thing that the Galaxy S20 is one of Samsung's most fully-featured flagship launches, then. It may be the cheapest of Samsung's newborn trio, but it offers much the same experience as the S20 Ultra.