Samsung S20 Charging Port Replacement Cost in the UK – Local Estimates

If your Galaxy S20 has stopped charging properly—cable feels loose, charges only at certain angles or doesn’t charge at all—the charging port may be the culprit. I checked actual UK repair-shop quotes from several regions to map out what you should expect in 2025.

For broader Samsung repair and hardware-related advice, you may want to refer to the Samsung hub. For checking display or battery issues related to charging faults, the Display Customisation hub and Screen Tools hub can also be useful.

What Could Be Wrong When Charging Port Fails

• Worn-out or bent USB-C connector pins from frequent plugging/unplugging or rough cable use
• Debris, dust, or lint inside the port blocking contact
• Corrosion or moisture damage — especially if the phone was exposed to damp conditions or liquid spill
• Damage to port housing or solder joints (after a drop or hit), causing intermittent or no connection

Before opting for replacement, ask a repair shop to try cleaning the port and testing with multiple chargers — sometimes that’s enough and cheaper than full replacement.

Real-World Replacement Costs for Galaxy S20 in the UK (2025)

As example: one UK shop offers a port-replacement service for Galaxy S20 at **£45**. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1} Another lists full repair (with tested quality) at **£99**. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} Smaller/low-cost places may quote around **£40** — but that usually assumes port is modular and no additional damage exists. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

What Affects the Price — Why Estimates Vary

• Whether the port is simple/modular or soldered to a board — soldered ports are trickier and costlier
• Quality of replacement port (genuine vs aftermarket vs basic generic port)
• Condition of internal connectors/PCB — if there’s corrosion or additional damage, cost rises
• Labour costs and shop location (e.g. London vs smaller city or town)
• Whether the shop includes warranty on parts and workmanship (some offer 6–12 month warranty) :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

When Repair Is Worth It — and When You Might Skip

Repair usually makes sense when:

• Your phone charges intermittently or only at odd angles — suggesting port damage but no other hardware issue
• The rest of the phone (battery, screen, performance) is still in good shape
• Repair cost (say £40–£80) is much lower than price of a replacement phone

Consider replacing the phone (or part-replacing board) if:

• Port damage came with liquid ingress or signs of corrosion — internal damage may spread later
• Charging issues are accompanied by battery, motherboard or performance problems
• Repair quote is high (near or above £100) — especially on older devices where resale value is low

What to Ask / Check When Booking the Repair

1. Will they use a high-quality (ideally OEM or OEM-equivalent) charging port?
2. Is the port soldered or modular on Galaxy S20 — and are they skilled at soldered-port replacement?
3. Do they include a warranty on parts and labour (6–12 months preferable)?
4. Do they fully test charging + data transfer + USB-C functions after repair?
5. If moisture or water exposure is involved — will they inspect and clean internal connectors before replacing the port?

Estimated Repair Time & What to Expect

• Simple port swaps — often done within 30–60 minutes if port is modular and in stock. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
• Quality-tested port replacement — 1–2 hours, sometimes same day. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
• If additional board or connector repair is needed — may take longer or require ordering parts (anywhere from a few hours to 1–2 days depending on shop).

Final Thoughts

For a Galaxy S20 charging port issue in the UK, a reliable repair is generally affordable — often between £40 and £100, depending on severity and quality. If the phone is otherwise healthy, port replacement is usually the sensible and budget-friendly path. But always choose a reputable shop that uses quality parts, tests properly afterwards, and offers a warranty — especially if USB-C supports data transfer and not just charging. A cheap but sloppy port job may cause problems later. Use local quotes carefully, compare, and make an informed decision before handing over your device for repair.