- Good camera with detailed images
- Very long battery life
- Zoom weaknesses
- somewhat limited memory (128 GB)
If you want a little more screen, it's worth taking a look at the Galaxy S21+.
Samsung Galaxy S21+ EU
128 GB, Phantom silver, 6.70", Dual SIM, 12 Mpx, 5GCurrently out of stock
Product details
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ features a revamped design that elegantly highlights the camera module with a stylish cut-out. Its nearly bezel-less Dynamic AMOLED display with a 20:9 aspect ratio is equipped with a dynamic refresh rate ranging from 48 to 120 Hz, ensuring smooth scrolling and fluid video and gaming experiences. An octa-core processor and 8 GB of RAM provide fast performance for demanding applications and games. The triple main camera captures stunning photos with 12+12+64 megapixels and a 3x hybrid optical zoom, allowing for impressive shots from both near and far. The 10-megapixel front camera not only takes great selfies but also enables secure and quick unlocking of the smartphone. The Galaxy S21+ delivers the expected durability and security associated with a Galaxy smartphone. This phone can accommodate more than one SIM card, allowing for the simultaneous use of multiple mobile subscriptions.
Memory | 8 GB |
Storage capacity | 128 GB |
Display size (inches) | 6.70" |
Image resolution | 2400 x 1080 pixels |
Operating system | Android |
Capacity | 4800 mAh |
Number of cameras | Triple camera |
Item number | 14642021 |
Manufacturer | Samsung |
Category | Smartphones |
Manufacturer no. | SM-G996BZSDEUB |
Release date | 29.1.2021 |
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Colour | Silver |
Exact colour description | Phantom silver |
Model range | Galaxy S21 |
Mobile features | Face Unlock |
SAR value | 0.54 W/kg |
Operating system | Android |
Operating System Version | Android 11 |
Display size (inches) | 6.70" |
Screen technology | Dynamic AMOLED |
Panel technology | OLED |
Image resolution | 2400 x 1080 pixels |
Aspect ratio | 20:9 |
Refresh rate | 120 Hz |
Notch | Punch hole |
Pixel density | 394 ppi |
Colour depth | 24 bits |
Pixel density | 394 dpi |
Mobile phone standard | 5G |
Connectivity | Bluetooth, NFC, WiFi hotspot, WLAN |
Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 1 / 802.11b, Wi-Fi 2 / 802.11a, Wi-Fi 3 / 802.11g, Wi-Fi 5 / 802.11ac, Wi-Fi 6 / 802.11ax |
Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
Audio features | Dolby Atmos |
Number of cameras | Triple camera |
Camera resolution | 12 Mpx |
F number main camera | 8 f |
Main camera angle | 79° |
Wide angle camera angle | 76° |
Ultra wide angle camera Resolution | 12 Mpx |
Ultra wide angle camera luminous intensity | 2.20 f |
Ultra wide angle camera angle | 120° |
Tele camera angle | 79° |
Camera feature | Wide-angle |
Image stabilisation | Optical (OIS) |
Zoom | Optical zoom |
DXOMARK Camera Score | 116 |
Front camera resolution | 10 Mpx |
F number front camera | 2.20 f |
Max. Video resolution | 7680 x 4320 pixels |
Max. video resolution standard | Ultra HD 8K |
Images per sec. at max. Resolution | 60p |
USB connector type | USB-C |
Mobile processor | Exynos 2100 |
Number of processor cores | 8 -Core |
Clock frequency | 2.90 GHz |
Memory | 8 GB |
Storage capacity | 128 GB |
Max. memory extension | 110 GB |
Memory card type | Nano SD |
SIM card type | eSIM, Nano SIM |
SIM type | Dual SIM |
Sensors | Accelerometer, Barometer, Geomagnetic sensor, Gyro sensor, Hall Sensor, Light sensor, Proximity sensor |
Localisation technology | Galileo, GLONASS, GPS |
Navigation software | Google Maps |
Battery type | Li-ion |
Capacity | 4800 mAh |
Charging technology | Fast Charge, Qi Wireless Charging |
Protection type (IP code) | IP68 |
Smart home ecosystem | Google Assistant |
Communication standard | Google Assistant |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Data cable |
The reparability index | 8.2 |
Height | 7.80 mm |
Width | 75.60 mm |
Length | 161.50 mm |
Weight | 202 g |
Length | 17 cm |
Width | 9 cm |
Height | 4 cm |
Weight | 360 g |
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Statutory warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Smartphones» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Galaxus- 2.CMF0,4 %
- 3.Apple0,6 %
- 4.Samsung0,8 %
- 5.HMD1,1 %
- 6.Xiaomi1,2 %
Statutory warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Galaxus- 8.Honor3 days
- 8.Nokia3 days
- 8.Samsung3 days
- 13.Apple4 days
- 13.Nothing4 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Smartphones» category returned?
Source: Galaxus- 1.Doro2 %
- 2.Samsung2,1 %
- 3.Apple2,4 %
- 4.Nokia2,6 %
- 4.ZTE2,6 %
Source: Galaxus
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Overall ratingVery good89/100
Very good96/100
- Very good OLED display with 120 hertz
- Very good performance
- Great photo quality
- No SD card slot
- Video recording under low light
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Very good90/100
- Successful design with ceramic-look back
- brilliant OLED with 120 hertz
- modern SoC, top performance
- Maximum equipment and connectivity with 5G, WiFi 6 and UWB
- Dual SIM and eSIM
- Sophisticated operating system with 3-year update guarantee
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Very good94/100
- Stylish, waterproof & dustproof housing
- Bright 6.7" AMOLED display with Gorilla Glass 7
- Very good camera with tele & wide angle & 8K
- Fast CPU with 5G
- Good sounding stereo speakers
- No power supply unit included