Samsung Galaxy S21

Samsung Galaxy S21 is an discontinued smartphone that comes with a 6.2-inch AMOLED display, 12MP primary camera, and is powered by the Exynos 2100 processor. It features 4000mAh battery and 25W charging, It offers in capable body and stellar software capabilities.

Last Known Price₹69,999
Processor
Processor
Samsung Exynos 2100
  • Mali-G78 MP14
Battery
Battery
4000mAh (Lithium Ion)
  • 25Watt (wired)
  • Wireless Charging Supported
  • Charger in the box
Rear Camera
Rear Camera
12MP (Wide-angle)
    64MP (Telephoto)
      12MP (Ultra-wide)

        OIS

        8K@24fps

        Display
        Display
        6.2" (120Hz)
        • FHD+ AMOLED
        • HDR10+
        RAM/Storage
        RAM/Storage
        8GB (LPDDR5)
        • 128GB (UFS 3.1)
        Front Camera
        Front Camera
        10MP (Wide)
        • 4k@60fps
        Design
        Design
        Gorilla Glass Victus (Front)
        • Plastic (Back)
        • Aluminium Frame (Side)
        • IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant)
        OS
        OS
        Android (One UI)
        • 4 year(s) of OS Update
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        The device was officially launched in India but is unavailable in online stores.

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        This phone's software support window has officially closed. It's still usable, but don't expect fresh updates or features

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        Launch Date

        14 Jan 2021

        Launch Date

        26 Nov 2025

        Launch Date

        07 Jan 2025

        Launch Date

        11 Mar 2025

        Launch Date

        21 Nov 2024

        Samsung Exynos 2100
        Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
        Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
        Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
        MediaTek Dimensity 9400
        6.2", AMOLED, 120Hz
        6.85", AMOLED, 144Hz
        6.82", AMOLED, 120Hz
        6.36", AMOLED, 120Hz
        6.59", AMOLED, 120Hz
        12MP+64MP+12MP/10MP (Front)
        50MP+50MP+50MP/32MP (Front)
        50MP+50MP+50MP/32MP (Front)
        50MP+50MP+50MP/32MP (Front)
        50MP+50MP+50MP/32MP (Front)
        4000mAh, 25W
        7000mAh, 100W
        6000mAh, 100W
        5240mAh, 90W
        5630mAh, 80W
        8GB + 128GB
        12GB + 256GB
        12GB + 256GB
        12GB + 512GB
        12GB + 256GB
        One UI, Android 11, 4 year(s) of OS Update
        Origin OS, Android 16, 5 year(s) of OS Update
        OxygenOS, Android 15, 4 year(s) of OS Update
        Xiaomi HyperOS, Android 15, 4 year(s) of OS Update
        ColorOS, Android 15, 6 year(s) of OS Update

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        Samsung Galaxy S21 Timeline

        Nov 24, 2023

        Samsung Galaxy S21 receives the One UI 6.0 update based on Android 14, bringing a new camera widget, redesigned quick settings, enhanced notifications, improved privacy controls, updated widgets, and various performance and UI refinements for a more seamless user experience.

        Nov 07, 2022

        Samsung Galaxy S21 receives the One UI 5.0 update based on Android 13, adding text extraction, multi-user support, enhanced widgets, improved privacy and security features, refined notifications, and various system optimizations for a smoother, more versatile user experience.

        Nov 15, 2021

        Samsung rolls out One UI 4.0 based on Android 12 for the Galaxy S21, introducing a new charging animation, extra dim toggle, AR Emoji in contacts, enhanced widgets, improved privacy controls, updated notifications, and various performance and UI refinements for a smoother experience.

        Jan 29, 2021

        Samsung Galaxy S21 becomes available for purchase on Samsung’s official online store, major e-commerce platforms, and retail outlets in India, offering exchange offers, bank discounts, and bundled accessories, ensuring wide accessibility and promotional benefits for early buyers.

        Jan 14, 2021

        Samsung Galaxy S21, Price at ₹69,999, Samsung launches the Galaxy S21 in India featuring a 6.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, Exynos 2100 or Snapdragon 888 chipset, 8GB RAM, triple rear cameras, 120Hz refresh rate, 4000mAh battery, 5G connectivity, and One UI 3.1.

        Oct 16, 2020

        Samsung Galaxy S21 is first rumoured, with multiple leaks revealing design renders, camera specifications, Snapdragon 888 and Exynos 2100 details, and an unusually early launch and release, indicating a significant shift from Samsung’s usual flagship timeline.

        Samsung Galaxy S21 Full Specifications

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        General

        • Box ContentsPhone, Type-C cable, SIM Ejector Tool
        • ColorsPhantom Gray, Phantom White, Phantom Violet, Phantom Pink
        • LaunchJanuary 14, 2021
        • AvailabilityJanuary 29, 2021
        • Launch CountryIndia
        • Launch Price₹69,999

        Display

        • Type
          • Display TypeAMOLED
          • Display EngineDynamic 2X
          • Refresh Rate120 Hz
          • Playback QualityHDR10+
          • LTPO SupportNo
          • LTPS SupportYes
          • Touch Sampling Rate240 Hz
          • Anti Reflection CoatingNo
        • Size
          • Display Size6.2 inches
          • Area94.1 cm²
          • Screen to Body Ratio87.2
          • Display Form FactorFlat Display
        • Resolution
          • Display ResolutionFHD+
          • Resolution Width1080 pixels
          • Resolution Height2400 pixels
          • Aspect Ratio20:9
          • Pixel Density421 ppi
          • Color Gamut Range100 %
          • Colour Depth16 Million Colours
          • Eye Comfort TechnologyEye Comfort Shield
          • Peak Brightness1300 nits

        Body

        • Dimensions151.7 x 71.2 x 7.9 mm
        • Weight169 grams
        • FrontGorilla Glass Victus
        • BackPlastic
        • SideAluminium Frame
        • Build QualityCorning Gorilla Glass Victus
        • PortsUSB Type-C 3.2, OTG
        • IP RatingIP68 (Dust and Water Resistant)
        • SpeakerStereo Speakers, Tuned by AKG, No Tuning

        Processor

        • Chipset
          • Chipset ManufacturerSamsung
          • ChipsetExynos 2100
          • Fabrication Size5 nm
          • Co-Processor-
        • CPU
          • Number of CoresOcta-core
          • Clock Speed1x2.9 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.80 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A55
          • Cooling System-
          • Overclocked ProcessorNo
        • GPUMali-G78 MP14

        Main Camera

        • Main Camera
          • Megapixel12 MP
          • Lens TypeWide-angle
          • Aperturef/1.8
          • Focal Length26 mm
          • Sensor Size1/1.76"
          • Pixel Size1.8 µm
          • Camera FeaturesDual Pixel PDAF
            OIS
        • Main Camera #2
          • Megapixel64 MP
          • Lens TypeTelephoto
          • Aperturef/2.0
          • Focal Length29 mm
          • Sensor Size1/1.72"
          • Pixel Size0.8 µm
          • Camera Features1.1x Optical Zoom
            Hybrid Zoom
            OIS
            PDAF
        • Main Camera #3
          • Megapixel12 MP
          • Lens TypeUltra-wide
          • Aperturef/2.2
          • Focal Length13 mm
          • Field of View120
          • Sensor Size1/2.55"
          • Pixel Size1.4 µm
          • Camera FeaturesSuper Steady Video
        • Features
          • Camera StabilizationOIS
          • Auto Focus TypeDual Pixel Auto Focus
          • Dynamic Video Recording SupportHDR 10+ recording
          • Dedicated Imaging ChipNo Chip
          • Lens EnhancementsNo enhancement
          • Slow Motion Recording960 fps slomo
          • Zoom Capability2-10X
          • FeaturesAuto Focus
            Auto-HDR
            Digital Zoom
            LED flash
            Panorama
        • Video
          • Video Recording1080p@240fps
            1080p@30fps
            1080p@60fps
            4K@120fps
            4K@30fps
            4K@60fps
            720p@960fps
            8K@24fps
          • Log Video Recording SupportNo
          • Featuresgyro-EIS
            HDR10+
            Stereo Sound Recording

        Operating System

        • Operating SystemAndroid 11, One UI
        • Software Updates4 year(s) of Software updates and 5 year(s) of Security updates
        • AI FeaturesCircle to Search

        Selfie Camera

        • Front Camera
          • Megapixel10 MP
          • Lens TypeWide
          • Aperturef/2.2
          • Focal Length26 mm
          • Sensor Size1/3.24"
          • Pixel Size1.22 µm
          • Camera FeaturesDual Pixel PDAF
        • Features
          • Auto Focus TypeDual Pixel Auto Focus
          • FeaturesAuto-HDR
            Dual Video Call
        • Video
          • Video Recording1080@30fps
            4k@60fps
          • Dynamic Video Recording SupportSDR recording
          • Features1080p@30fps
            4k@30/60fps

        Battery

        • Capacity4000 mAh, Lithium Ion (Non-removable)
        • Charging
          • Charging Speed Wired25 W
          • Wireless Charging SupportYes
          • Charging Speed Wireless15 w
          • Reverse Wireless Charging SupportYes
          • Charging Speed Reverse Wireless4.5 w
          • Reverse Wired Charging SupportNo
          • Bypass Charging SupportNo

        Memory

        • Storage128GB, UFS 3.1
        • RAM8GB, LPDDR5

        Network

        • SIMnano-SIM and eSIM or Dual SIM (2 nano-SIM and eSIM dual stand-by)
        • Technology5G, CDMA, EVDO, GSM, HSDPA, HSPA, LTE
        • 2G Bands1800, 1900, 850, 900 (4 bands)
        • 3G BandsHSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100, CDMA2000 1xEV-DO (6 bands)
        • 4G BandsLTE 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 (22 bands)
        • 5G BandsSA/NSA/Sub6 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 (13 bands)
        • Speed5G, GSM, HSDPA, HSPA, LTE, UMTS

        Connectivity

        • WLANWi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Dual Band
        • Bluetooth5, A2DP, LE
        • PositioningBDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS
        • NFCSupported
        • RadioFM Radio

        Features

        • Fingerprint ScannerUltrasonic (under display)
        • Sensors
          • Sensors on BoardAccelerometer
            Barometer Sensor
            Compass
            Gyroscope
            Proximity Sensor
            Samsung DeX
            Samsung Wireless DeX
        • Additional FeaturesEccentric Rotating Mass

        Samsung Galaxy S21 Key Highlights

        ProcessorSamsung Exynos 2100
        Display6.2"
        Battery4000mAh
        Rear Camera12MP
        Front Camera10MP
        DesignGorilla Glass Victus
        RAM/Storage8GB/128GB

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