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Galaxy S21 5G

Name: Samsung Galaxy S21 5G 8 GB / 256 GB / global / SM-G991B
Brand: Samsung
SKU: neoteo-device-53212

6.8 NeoScore #3390 of 10162

8 GB / 256 GB / global / SM-G991B · Launched January 2021

EAN 8806090886669

Overview

NeoScore

6.8

#3390 of 10162

Design & display: 8.3
Performance & hardware: 7.0
Camera: 7.7
Connectivity: 5.4
Battery & charging: 5.8

Strengths

Design & display8.3

Weak points

Connectivity5.4
Battery & charging5.8

Display: 6.2 inDynamic AMOLED 2X1,080 × 2,400 px120 Hz
Design: 171 g71.2 mm151.7 mm7.9 mm
Performance: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+Octa-Core8 GB RAM128 GB / 256 GB
AnTuTu: 1,025,994Better than 34% of phones
Battery: 4,000 mAh25 W
Cameras: 12 Mpx · f/1.864 Mpx · f/212.2 Mpx · f/2.2selfie 10 Mpx · f/2.2
Network: 5G4G3G2G
Software: Android 11

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Technical specifications

Sheet for the version sold in North America; a different version is sold in Europe.

Performance

Processor Model: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+
Processor Process Size: 5 nm
Graphics GPU: Mali-G78 MP14
Storage Type: UFS 3.1
Maximum CPU Clock: 2.91 GHz
Maximum Storage Capacity: 256 GB
AnTuTu Score: 1,025,994
CPU Description: Octa-core CPU with Cortex-X1, Cortex-A78, and Cortex-A55 cores.
Processor Type: Octa-Core
64-Bit Processor: Yes
RAM Capacity: 8 GB
RAM Type: LPDDR5
Expandable Storage: No
AnTuTu version: v11

Battery

Battery Capacity: 4,000 mAh
Battery Type: Li-Ion
Fast Charge Power: 25 W
Battery Features: Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Reverse Wireless Charging, Reverse Charging
Wireless charging power: 15 W

Design

Body Colors: Grey, White, Purple, Pink
Body Thickness: 7.9 mm
Body Width: 71.2 mm
Body Height: 151.7 mm
Weight: 171 g
Usable Surface: 87.2 %
Body Materials: Glass, Plastic, Aluminium Alloy
Resistance Features: IP68, Water Resistant, Dust Resistant
Waterproof Depth: 1.5 m
Foldable: No

Display

Display Aspect Ratio: 20:9
Peak Display Brightness: 1,300 nits
Display Technology: Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Display Diagonal: 6.2 in
Display Horizontal Resolution: 1,080 px
Display Vertical Resolution: 2,400 px
Display Pixel Density: 421 ppi
Display Refresh Rate: 120 Hz
Display Features: Gorilla Glass Victus, HDR10+, Hole-Punch Notch, Always-On Display, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Frameless

Sensors

Fingerprint Sensor Placement: Under Display

Sensor

Sensor Features: Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Barometer, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor

Software

Operating System: Android 11
OS Family: Android
OS Version: 11
OS Update Support: 2 years
Google Services: Yes

Connectivity

SIM Configurations: Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby
Cellular Bands: 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B14, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B30, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B46, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B66, 4G LTE B71, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n25, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n71, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78, 5G NR n258, 5G NR n260, 5G NR n261
Cellular Technologies: GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G
Wi-Fi Standards: Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/6
Wi-Fi Features: Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display
Bluetooth Version: Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Profiles: A2DP, LE
Navigation Systems: GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo
Connectivity Features: Samsung DeX, NFC, FM Radio, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Host 3.1, USB Type-C, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE
USB Version: USB 3.2
SAR American Head: 0.74 W/kg
SAR American Body: 1.08 W/kg
SAR (EU) head: 0.46 W/kg
SAR (EU) body: 1.51 W/kg

Audio

Audio Features: Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, A2DP, LE

Technical

Launch price: 199 €

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NeoScore

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6.75 /10

Selected variant

8 GB / 256 GB / global / SM-G991B

Design & display

8.3

Display Technology Dynamic AMOLED 2X: 8.7
Display Refresh Rate 120 Hz: 9.0
Display Pixel Density 421 ppi: 8.8
Peak Display Brightness 1,300 nits: 8.8
Display Features Gorilla Glass Victus, HDR10+, Hole-Punch Notch, Always-On Display, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Frameless: 4.0
Weight 171 g: 9.1
Resistance Features IP68, Water Resistant, Dust Resistant: 8.5
Usable Surface 87.2 %: 8.6
Body Thickness 7.9 mm: 8.2

Performance & hardware

7.0

AnTuTu Score 1,025,994: 4.5
RAM Capacity 8 GB: 7.0
Storage Type UFS 3.1: 7.5
Processor Process Size 5 nm: 7.8
Maximum Storage Capacity 256 GB: 7.5
Maximum CPU Clock 2.91 GHz: 7.6
RAM Type LPDDR5: 8.0
Processor Type Octa-Core: 9.0

Camera

7.7

Resolution 12 Mpx: 5.5
Aperture f/1.8: 8.0
Pixel Size 1.8 µm: 9.3
Optical Image Stabilization Yes: 10.0
Camera Features LED Flash, HDR, Panorama, Autofocus, Phase-Detection Autofocus, Continuous Autofocus, Manual Focus, Touch Focus, Digital Zoom, Optical Stabilization, Continuous Shooting, Geotagging, Face Detection, White Balance Settings, ISO Settings, Exposure Compensation, Scene Mode, Self-Timer, RAW Capture, Night Mode, 4K Video, 8K Video, Triple Camera: 0.0

Connectivity

5.4

Connectivity Features Samsung DeX, NFC, FM Radio, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Host 3.1, USB Type-C, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE: 3.0
Cellular Bands 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B14, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B30, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B46, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B66, 4G LTE B71, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n25, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n71, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78, 5G NR n258, 5G NR n260, 5G NR n261: 10.0
Wi-Fi Standards Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/6: 0.0
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0: 5.0
Navigation Systems GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo: 9.0
SIM Configurations Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby: 10.0

Battery & charging

5.8

Battery Capacity 4,000 mAh: 6.0
Fast Charge Power 25 W: 5.0
Wireless charging power 15 W: 6.0
Battery Features Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Reverse Wireless Charging, Reverse Charging: 7.0

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Design & display: 8.28
Performance & hardware: 7.01
Camera: 7.69
Connectivity: 5.4
Battery & charging: 5.81

NeoScore rank: #3390 / 10162

Galaxy S21 5G

Camera system

Every physical camera module is shown separately, with its sensor, lens and capture capabilities.

Rear Main Camera

Sensor Model: Sony IMX555
Resolution: 12 Mpx
Sensor Type: CMOS
Sensor Size: 0.568 ″ type
Pixel Size: 1.8 µm
Aperture: f/1.8

Sensor

Sensor Model: Sony IMX555
Resolution: 12 Mpx
Sensor Type: CMOS
Sensor Size: 0.568 ″ type
Pixel Size: 1.8 µm

Lens

Aperture: f/1.8
Optical Image Stabilization: Yes

Features

Camera Features: LED Flash, HDR, Panorama, Autofocus, Phase-Detection Autofocus, Continuous Autofocus, Manual Focus, Touch Focus, Digital Zoom, Optical Stabilization, Continuous Shooting, Geotagging, Face Detection, White Balance Settings, ISO Settings, Exposure Compensation, Scene Mode, Self-Timer, RAW Capture, Night Mode, 4K Video, 8K Video, Triple Camera

Rear Telephoto Camera

Sensor Model: Samsung Bright S5KGW2
Resolution: 64 Mpx
Sensor Type: ISOCELL
Sensor Size: 0.581 ″ type
Pixel Size: 0.8 µm
Aperture: f/2

Sensor

Sensor Model: Samsung Bright S5KGW2
Resolution: 64 Mpx
Sensor Type: ISOCELL
Sensor Size: 0.581 ″ type
Pixel Size: 0.8 µm

Lens

Aperture: f/2
Optical Image Stabilization: Yes

Rear Ultrawide Camera

Sensor Model: Sony IMX563
Resolution: 12.2 Mpx
Sensor Type: CMOS
Sensor Size: 0.392 ″ type
Pixel Size: 1.4 µm
Aperture: f/2.2

Sensor

Sensor Model: Sony IMX563
Resolution: 12.2 Mpx
Sensor Type: CMOS
Sensor Size: 0.392 ″ type
Pixel Size: 1.4 µm

Lens

Aperture: f/2.2

Front Camera

Sensor Model: Sony IMX374
Resolution: 10 Mpx
Sensor Type: CMOS
Sensor Size: 0.309 ″ type
Pixel Size: 1.22 µm
Aperture: f/2.2

Sensor

Sensor Model: Sony IMX374
Resolution: 10 Mpx
Sensor Type: CMOS
Sensor Size: 0.309 ″ type
Pixel Size: 1.22 µm

Lens

Aperture: f/2.2

Features

Camera Features: HDR

Camera System

DxOMark Score: 111 points

Review

DxOMark Score: 111 points

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Variant details

Memory: 8 GB
Markets: global
Storage: 256 GB
Model codes: SM-G991B
Market codes: global

Product family

Galaxy S21 5G