Play around with the different power modes
The easiest way to quickly and efficiently get more juice from the S20 is to use one of Samsung’s power saving modes. These are accessed via the Device Care setting and come in a range of shapes and sizes.
- High performance – everything on full (brightness, system speed). Use this is you want all the features and have a plug readily available
- Optimised – Samsung says this is a ‘recommended balance of performance and battery life’ – you’ll find this on by default
Now we get on to the modes designed to really stretch your battery out further.
- Medium power saving mode – This turns off 5G (if available), turns off the always on display (AoD), limits the CPU to 70%, dims the screen by 10% (you can change this if required) and lowers the resolution FHD+
- Maximum power saving mode – Turns off 5G and AoD, limits CPU to 70%, blocks apps from using data or location, applies dark mode and a simplified UI. The resolution is taken down to HD+.
These modes also come with a handy estimation of how long your phone will last for...
