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Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX (2021) review

Android OS v11.0
Exynos 2100
Mali-G78 MP14
12 GB / 128 GB
6.8 inches (1440 x 3200 px)
108 + 12 + 10 + 10 MP, 12000 x 9000 px, autofocus, optical image stabilization

Samsung announced the launch of the Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX smartphone in 2021. The manufacturer is offering the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX phone with 6.8 inches display, Exynos 2100 chipset, 12 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage.

The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX comes with Android OS v11.0 out of the box, and a Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable battery. The 6.8 inches phone comes with a high resolution AMOLED display (1440 x 3200 px).

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX specifications

BrandSamsung
NameGalaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX
ModelSM-G998B
Release date2021

Body

The weight of Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX is about 8.08 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Samsung phone are average (6.5 x 2.98 x 0.35 inches).

Weight8.08 oz
Dimensions6.5 x 2.98 x 0.35 inches
Colorsblack, brown, navy blue, silver, titanium
SIM typeNano SIM

System

The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX comes with Android OS v11.0 out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open-source software.

OS versionAndroid OS v11.0
SoCExynos 2100
CPUOcta-core, Singe-core 2.84 GHz Cortex-X1, Triple-core 2.4 Ghz Cortex-A78, Quad-core 1.8 Ghz Cortex-A55
GPUMali-G78 MP14

Display

The size of Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 6.8 inches phone comes with AMOLED display. The AMOLED is a display technology and stands for Active Matrix Organic Light Emitting Diodes, it is a type of OLED display and is used in smartphones. The 6.8 inches AMOLED display of Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX with 1440 x 3200 px resolution is multitouch capable.

Display typeAMOLED
Screen size6.8 inches
Resolution1440 x 3200 px
Multitouch supportyes

Memory

The internal memory of Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX (12 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (128 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.

RAM12 GB
Internal storage128 GB
Memory card slotmicroSD

Camera

The camera of the Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus. The main camera of Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX has optical image stabilization (OIS) to counteract camera shake. Optical image stabilization is a must for anyone shooting without a tripod with a long lens or in low light conditions.

Selfie camera40 MP
Main camera108 + 12 + 10 + 10 MP, 12000 x 9000 px, autofocus, optical image stabilization
FlashDual LED

Connectivity

The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX supports the latest 5G network technology. 5G is the fifth generation of cellular technology. It is designed to increase speed, reduce latency, and improve flexibility of wireless services. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX comes with NFC (Near Field Communication) functionality. Near Field Communication (NFC) is a short-range wireless connectivity technology that makes life easier and more convenient for consumers around the world by making it simpler to make transactions, exchange digital content, and connect electronic devices with a touch. The Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.

GSM 2G bands850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
Network coverage2G / 3G / 4G / 5G
Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetoothv5.2, A2DP
GPSA-GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, GALILEO
NFCyes
FM radioyes
USBUSB Type-C
Headphoneno

Battery

The Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a thin, light-weight, rechargeable battery. No periodic discharge is needed and charging can be done at random. The battery of Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX isn't removable without voiding the warranty.

TypeLi-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable

Features

Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. The Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX phone has a fingerprint scanner. This sensor identifies and authenticates the fingerprints of an individual in order to grant or deny access to a smartphone. This Samsung phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX phone comes with a compass sensor. A compass sensor is a device that provides accurate directions in relation to the earth's North and South magnetic poles. The Dual SIM capability of Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. The Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX is a safe and durable IP68 dustproof and waterproof smartphone built for outdoor usage. This smartphone supports fast charging technology, which comes in handy when you need quick juice on your device. The Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX comes with wireless charging. Wireless charging uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects through electromagnetic induction.

Sensorsaccelerometer, barometer, compass, fingerprint, geomagnetic, gyroscope, hall, light, proximity
SpecialsCertified IP68 dustproof and waterproof, Dual SIM, Fast charging, Wireless charging

The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G EX pictures

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