GENERAL |
|
Brand |
Samsung |
Model |
Galaxy S21+ 5G |
Status |
Available |
Release Date |
29 January 2021 |
Operating System |
Android 11, upgradable to Android 13, One UI 5.1 |
SIM |
Nano-SIM and eSIM or Dual SIM (2 Nano-SIMs and eSIM, dual stand-by) |
Networks |
2G, CDMA, 3G, EVDO, 4G, 5G |
Body and Dimensions |
|
Height |
161.5 mm |
Width |
75.6 mm |
Thickness |
7.8 mm |
Weight |
200 g (Sub6), 202 g (mmWave) (7.05 oz) |
Colors |
Phantom Black, Phantom Silver, Phantom Violet, Phantom Pink, Phantom Gold, Phantom Red |
Display |
|
Screen type |
Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1300 nits (peak) |
Screen Size |
6.7 inches |
Screen Resolution |
1080 x 2400 pixels |
Aspect Radio |
20:9 |
Pixel Density |
394 PPI |
screen-to-body ratio |
88.3% |
Hardware |
|
Chipset |
Exynos 2100 (5 nm) - International |
CPU |
Octa-core (1x2.9 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.80 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A55) - International |
GPU |
Mali-G78 MP14 - International |
RAM and Storage |
128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
Card Slot |
No |
Primary Camera |
|
No. of Cameras |
Triple |
Lens |
12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.76", 1.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS |
Features |
LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama |
Video Recording |
8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS |
Front Camera |
|
No. of Cameras |
Single |
Lens |
10 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.24", 1.22µm, Dual Pixel PDAF |
Features |
Dual video call, Auto-HDR |
Video Recording |
4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps |
Connectivity |
|
USB |
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG |
NFC |
Yes |
Radio |
FM radio (Snapdragon model only; market/operator dependent) |
Bluetooth |
5.0, A2DP, LE |
Loudspeaker |
Yes, with stereo speakers |
Sensors |
|
Fingerprint |
Under display, ultrasonic |
Other Sensors |
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
Battery |
|
Type |
Li-Ion, Non removable |
Capacity |
4800 mAh |
Fast Charger |
25W wired, PD3.0 |
Network |
|
2G Band |
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (Dual SIM model only) |
3G Band |
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
4G Band |
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 |
5G Band |
2, 5, 25, 41, 66, 71, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave |
Speed |
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A (7CA) Cat20 2000/200 Mbps, 5G (5+ Gbps DL) |
Hotspot |
Yes |
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ 5G is a premium smartphone from Samsung, available since 29th January 2021. As part of the Galaxy S21 series, this device offers top-tier features and specifications, catering to users who demand high performance and cutting-edge technology.
Running on Android 11, with the option to upgrade to Android 13 and Samsung's One UI 5.1, the Galaxy S21+ 5G provides a seamless and user-friendly interface. The phone boasts a large 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ support, and an impressive peak brightness of 1300 nits, delivering stunning visuals for multimedia and gaming.
Under the hood, the Galaxy S21+ 5G is powered by either the Exynos 2100 chipset (for the international variant) or the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G chipset (for the USA/China variant), both of which are flagship processors known for their exceptional performance and efficiency.
The phone comes with two RAM and storage options: 128GB with 8GB of RAM or 256GB with 8GB of RAM, providing ample space and speed for multitasking, storing media, and running intensive applications.
The Galaxy S21+ 5G features a triple-camera setup on the back, including a 12 MP wide lens with f/1.8 aperture, a 64 MP telephoto lens with 1.1x optical zoom and 3x hybrid zoom, and a 12 MP ultrawide lens with a 120° field of view. The rear cameras support impressive video recording capabilities, including 8K at 24fps and 4K at 30/60fps, along with HDR10+ support for rich and detailed videos. On the front, there is a 10 MP wide lens for capturing selfies and supporting dual video calls.
Powering the device is a non-removable 4800 mAh Li-Ion battery, offering ample capacity to keep the phone running throughout the day. The Galaxy S21+ 5G supports 25W wired fast charging, 15W wireless charging, and 4.5W reverse wireless charging, providing convenient charging options for users.