Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
4.3Experts rating
Release date November 2021
About Product
Key Advantages
Bigger battery capacity: 5000 mAh
More RAM memory capacity: 12GB, 16GB
Higher AnTuTu benchmark score: 843008
Has a larger display diagonal: 6.8"
Better display resolution: 1440 x 3200 px
Narrower: 75.6 mm (2.98 inches)
Benchmarks
AnTuTu Score
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
843,008
The score reflects a device's overall performance by summing up results from tests of RAM speed, CPU, and 2D/3D graphics.
CPU
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
232,358
Measures the performance of a device's processor, focusing on tasks such as computing power and multi-core efficiency.
GPU
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
256,356
Measures the graphical performance of a device's GPU, evaluating its ability to handle graphics-intensive tasks such as gaming and rendering.
Memory
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
163,007
Measures the performance of a device's memory (RAM), measuring its speed and efficiency in handling multitasking and data-intensive applications.
UX
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
191,217
Measures the overall user experience performance of a device, including factors like system responsiveness, touch sensitivity, and app launching speed.
Geekbench 6 · Multi-Core
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
3,339
Measures the aggregate performance of all processor cores in a device, simulating tasks optimized for multi-threaded processing.
Geekbench 6 · Single-Core
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
1,334
Measures the performance of a single processor core by assessing how efficiently the device handles single-threaded processing-based tasks.
Geekbench 5 · Multi-Core
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
3,723
Measures the aggregate performance of all processor cores in a device, simulating tasks optimized for multi-threaded processing in Geekbench 5.
Geekbench 5 · Single-Core
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
1,096
Measures the performance of a single processor core in a device, evaluating its efficiency in handling single-threaded tasks in Geekbench 5.
Expert Score 4.3
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Price in USA From $ 258
Price in Europe From € 375
Interest Over the Last 12 months
Sep 2023
95
Oct 2023
84
Nov 2023
90
Dec 2023
82
Jan 2024
79
Feb 2024
63
Mar 2024
59
Apr 2024
55
May 2024
55
Jun 2024
53
Jul 2024
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Aug 2024
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Sep 2024
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Data source: Google Trends
Overview Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a flagship powerhouse, designed for those who seek top-tier performance and innovation. Featuring a stunning 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate, it delivers vibrant visuals and smooth scrolling. The Exynos 2100 (or Snapdragon 888) processor ensures lightning-fast performance and seamless multitasking.
Its advanced quad-camera system includes a 108MP main sensor, dual telephoto lenses, and a 12MP ultra-wide, enabling incredible photography with up to 100x Space Zoom. The 40MP front camera ensures detailed selfies. With its massive 5000mAh battery, S Pen support, and 5G connectivity, the S21 Ultra is a feature-rich device, perfect for enthusiasts and professionals looking for the best in smartphone technology.
Technical Specifications
Design
Weight
229 g (8.08 ounces)
Thickness
8.9 mm (0.35 inches)
Width
75.6 mm (2.98 inches)
Height
165.1 mm (6.5 inches)
Is weather-sealed (splashproof)
✔
Ingress Protection (IP) rating
IP68
Waterproof depth rating
1.5 m
Volume
111.09 cm³
Is dustproof and water-resistant
✔
Color options
Phantom Black, Phantom Silver, Phantom Titanium, Phantom Navy, Phantom Brown, Navy
French Repairability Index
8.2
Display
Screen size
6.8"
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Pixel density
515 ppi
Resolution
1440 x 3200 px
Refresh rate
120Hz
Brightness (typical)
1500 nits
Has branded damage-resistant glass
✔
Gorilla Glass version
Gorilla Glass Victus
Supports HDR10
✔
Supports HDR10+
✔
Always-On Display
✔
Contrast ratio
3000000:1
Has a curved display
✔
Has a touch screen
✔
Performance
Internal storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB
RAM
12GB, 16GB
Android version
Android 14
CPU speed
1 x 2.9 GHz & 3 x 2.8 GHz & 4 x 2.2 GHz
Has integrated LTE
✔
RAM speed
3200 MHz
Semiconductor size
5 nm
Supports 64-bit
✔
DirectX version
DirectX 12
Has integrated graphics
✔
OpenGL ES version
3.2
Uses big.LITTLE technology
✔
CPU threads
8 threads
Uses HMP
✔
Has TrustZone
✔
Maximum memory bandwidth
51.2 GB/s
OpenCL version
2
DDR memory version
5
Maximum memory amount
16GB
Thermal Design Power (TDP)
9W
Release date
2021
Has NX bit
✔
Memory channels
4
GPU turbo
854 MHz
Cameras
Main camera
108 MP & 12 MP & 10 MP & 10 MP
Front camera
40MP
Has built-in optical image stabilization
✔
Video recording (main camera)
4320 x 24 fps
Wide aperture (main camera)
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/4.9 & f/2.4
Has a dual-tone LED flash
✔
Has a BSI sensor
✔
Has continuous autofocus when recording movies
✔
Has phase-detection autofocus for photos
✔
Supports slow-motion video recording
✔
Has a built-in HDR mode
✔
Has a flash
✔
Has manual exposure
✔
Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera
✔
Optical zoom
10x
Number of flash LEDs
2
Has a CMOS sensor
✔
Has manual ISO
✔
Has a serial shot mode
✔
Has manual focus
✔
Has a front camera
✔
Has laser autofocus
✔
Has manual white balance
✔
Shoots raw
✔
Has touch autofocus
✔
Can create panoramas in-camera
✔
Wide aperture (front camera)
f/2.2
Has timelapse function
✔
Operating system
Has clipboard warnings
✔
Has location privacy options
✔
Has camera/microphone privacy options
✔
Has theme customization
✔
Can play games while they download
✔
Has dark mode
✔
Has Wi-Fi password sharing
✔
Has battery health check
✔
Has an extra dim mode
✔
Has focus modes
✔
Has dynamic theming
✔
Can offload apps
✔
Has customizable notifications
✔
Has scrolling screenshots
✔
Supports split screen
✔
Supports instant markup
✔
Supports PiP and PaP
✔
Can be used as a PC
✔
Has sharing intents
✔
Has a child lock
✔
Is free and open source
✔
Tracks the current position of a mobile device
✔
Is a multi-user system
✔
Has voice commands
✔
The browser has word wrap
✔
Supports widgets
✔
More languages supported
125
Has offline voice recognition
✔
Battery
Battery power
5000 mAh
Has wireless charging
✔
Supports fast charging
✔
Charging speed
25W
Wireless charging speed
15W
Has reverse wireless charging
✔
Reverse wireless charging speed
4.5W
Has a battery level indicator
✔
Has a rechargeable battery
✔
Battery life
35.5 hours
Audio
Has stereo speakers
✔
Has aptX
✔
Number of microphones
2
Features
Has 5G support
✔
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Download speed
3000 MBits/s
Upload speed
422 MBits/s
Has USB Type-C
✔
USB version
3.2
Has NFC
✔
SIM cards
1 SIM, 1 eSIM
Has a fingerprint scanner
✔
Bluetooth version
5.2
Has a gyroscope
✔
Has GPS
✔
Has a compass
✔
Supports Wi-Fi
✔
Has a cellular module
✔
Has a barometer
✔
Supports Galileo
✔
Has an accelerometer
✔
Head SAR (eu)
0.71W/kg
Supports ant+
✔
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