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Samsung Galaxy Note 10

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The Samsung Galaxy Note 10 launched in 2019 as the compact half of that year's Note lineup, built for buyers who wanted the S Pen and a flagship camera without the larger footprint of the Note 10+. In the US it shipped as SM-N970U, running Qualcomm's Snapdragon 855 rather than the Exynos chip used overseas. Its 6.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED screen, triple rear camera, and centered punch-hole front camera still hold up well against mid-range phones sold today, and the S Pen remains a genuine productivity tool rather than a gimmick. Pick your storage tier and condition above to get an instant cash offer, and see how the process works before you commit to anything. If you have more than one device to move, you can also sell your smartphone here and handle the rest in one shipment.

Confirm you have the Galaxy Note 10

Open Settings → About phone → Model number to see the exact string. On a US unit it should read SM-N970U. If the screen is unresponsive or the phone won't boot, check the fine print on the original box or the SIM tray, both of which carry the same model number printed in small text.

SM-N970U

  • US unlocked and major-carrier variant
  • Snapdragon 855 processor
  • 4G LTE only, no 5G radio

Prefer a visual check? The Note 10 has a single centered punch-hole camera at the top of the screen, a triple rear camera stacked vertically with no visible fourth sensor, and no headphone jack on the bottom edge next to the USB-C port.

Core hardware

Processor

  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
  • Octa-core, up to 2.84GHz

Memory & storage

  • 8GB RAM
  • 256GB storage, the only capacity sold in the US
  • No microSD slot on this model, unlike the Note 10+

Cameras

  • 12MP wide, dual aperture
  • 12MP telephoto, 2x optical zoom
  • 16MP ultra-wide
  • 10MP front camera in the punch-hole cutout

Display & audio

6.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED, Full HD+ resolution, Infinity-O design with a centered punch-hole for the front camera.

Stereo speakers tuned by AKG, with Dolby Atmos support. No 3.5mm headphone jack; audio out is USB-C only.

In-display ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, plus face recognition as a faster but less secure fallback.

Ports & connectivity

The Note 10 dropped the headphone jack the year before it became standard across the industry, so USB-C handles both charging and wired audio.

Wired
  • USB-C (USB 3.1 Gen 1)
  • S Pen with USB-C charging dock
Wireless
  • Wi-Fi 6
  • Bluetooth 5.0
  • NFC for Samsung Pay and tap-to-pay
  • 4G LTE

Snapdragon 855 8GB RAM 256GB storage Bluetooth S Pen In-display fingerprint AKG stereo speakers Wi-Fi 6

Battery, build & more

3500mAh battery with fast wired and wireless charging, plus reverse wireless charging for accessories and other phones.

Glass front and back with an aluminum frame, IP68 rated for dust and water resistance.

Sold in Aura Glow, Aura White, and Aura Black finishes, with color availability varying by carrier.

Ships with the S Pen built into the chassis. Losing the pen does not affect the phone's core function but a working S Pen with intact Bluetooth pairing adds to resale value.

Original software was Android 9 with One UI, upgradable through several Android versions and Samsung's One UI updates before reaching end of software support.

Frequently asked questions

01 How do I find the model number or exact configuration?
Go to Settings → About phone → Model number. It should read SM-N970U for a US unit. The same screen shows the Android and One UI version, useful if you plan to factory reset before selling. If the phone won't turn on, the model number is also printed in small text on the SIM tray and on the original retail box.
02 How do I tell it apart from the Galaxy Note 10+?
Check the screen size and the rear camera cluster. The Note 10+ has a larger 6.8-inch display and a fourth rear sensor, a DepthVision (ToF) camera, making its camera bump noticeably taller. The Note 10+ also supports a microSD card, which this model does not. If the model number reads SM-N975U instead of SM-N970U, you have the Plus.
03 Can I sell it with damage, a weak battery, or a locked account?
Yes. Cracked screens, degraded batteries, and phones that won't power on can still be sold, and the condition picker above adjusts the offer accordingly. The one requirement is that your Samsung account and Google account must be removed and Find My Mobile turned off before you ship the device. A phone still locked to an account cannot be resold and will be rejected in testing.
04 What raises the trade-in value the most?
A fully functional screen and battery matter most, since both are core to the phone's usability. An intact, pairable S Pen also helps, as does having the original box and charging cable. Cosmetic wear on the back glass matters less than a cracked front panel or a battery that no longer holds a charge through a normal day.
05 How do I erase it and get paid?
Back up anything you want to keep, then go to Settings → General management → Reset → Factory data reset. Before that, remove your Google account and sign out of your Samsung account under Settings → Accounts and backup, and turn off Find My Mobile so the device isn't locked to you after reset. Once the phone is wiped, print the prepaid shipping label from your order confirmation and send it in; shipping is free and insured. After testing confirms the condition you selected, payment goes out by PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, CashApp, or check. Full erasure steps for other platforms are listed in our data erasure protocols.