• 6.8" (3200x1440) AMOLED
  • 12GB/16GB
    Snapdragon 888 SoC
    128GB/256GB/512GB Storage
  • 108-MP, f/1.8 4 Rear Cameras
    CAMERA HW score: 201
  • 5000 mAh W-Charge

The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (SD888) phone has a 6.8-inch (3200x1440) AMOLED screen, a 108MP main camera and a 12MP selfie camera. The battery capacity is 5000 mAh and the main processor is a Snapdragon 888 with 12 GB of RAM.

Specifications Highlights
ProductGalaxy S21 Ultra (SD888) (Launched 2021-01-14), Price: 1199 USD at Amazon
Display6.8" 3200x1440 AMOLED
Rear Camera(s)
  • 24mm 108-MP f/1.8 (Primary)
  • 13mm 12-MP f/2.2
  • 72mm 10-MP f/2.4
  • 240mm 10-MP f/4.9
Selfie Camera(s)
  • 40-MP f/2.2
Computing
  • Snapdragon 888 SoC
  • 12GB/16GB RAM
  • 128GB/256GB/512GB Storage
Battery5000 mAh, Wireless Charging,
DesignIP68, 229g (8.1oz), 75.6x165.1x8.9 mm (2.98 x 6.50 x 0.35 inches)
Price (Market)$1199
Price at Launch$1199.99
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Display
TypeAMOLED
display_refresh_Ühz_Ünum120
Diagonal (inches)6.8"
Display/Body Ratio89.4%
Resolution3200x1440
Sharpness (PPI)516 PPI
Brightness (specs)1600 NITs
Display Glass TypeGorilla Glass
Features
  • Multitouch
  • Glossy
  • Always-On
  • HDR
Color Depth24 bit (16,777,216 Colors)
Primary Camera
Megapixel108-MP
Aperturef/1.8
Focal Length (35mm) 24mm
Sensor SizeEnormous
Autofocus Features
  • Phase Detection
  • Laser-Assisted
Hardware Features
  • Autofocus
  • Nona Bayer
Video Resolutions
  • 4320p/24fps
Short-Zoom Camera
Megapixel10-MP
Aperturef/2.4
Focal Length (35mm) 72mm
Sensor SizeSmall
Autofocus Features
  • Dual-Pixel Phase Detection
Long-Zoom Camera
Megapixel10-MP
Aperturef/4.9
Focal Length (35mm) 240mm
Sensor SizeSmall
Autofocus Features
  • Dual-Pixel Phase Detection
Ultrawide Camera
Megapixel12-MP
Aperturef/2.2
Focal Length (35mm) 13mm
Sensor SizeSmall
Battery
Battery TypeLi-Poly
Battery Capacity (mAh)5000 mAh
Battery Features
  • Wireless Charging Integrated
  • Fast Charge
  • Non-Removable
  • Qi
  • PMA
  • Wireless Reverse Charging
  • USB PD
Computing
Processor BrandQualcomm
Processor NameSnapdragon 888
Processor # Cores8
Main Processor Frequency (GHz)2.84 GHz
RAM Options12GB/16GB
Internal Storage Options128GB/256GB/512GB
Operating System + VersionAndroid 11
Communications
LTE Category (Download)LTE CAT20 2.0 Gbps/316 Mbps
LTE Bands1, 12, 13, 17, 2, 20, 28, 3, 34, 38, 39, 4, 40, 41, 5, 7, 8
Modem Features
  • UMTS
  • EDGE
  • GPRS
  • HSPA+
  • LTE
  • 5G NSA
  • 5G SA
WiFi Speed
  • a
  • b
  • g
  • n
  • ac
WiFi Features
  • Dual-band
  • Hotspot
  • WiFi Direct
Bluetooth VersionBluetooth 5.2
Bluetooth Features
  • A2DP
  • AVRCP
  • DIP
  • HFP
  • HID
  • HSP
  • BT LE
  • MAP
  • OPP
  • PAN
  • PBAP/PAB
NFC Features
  • NFC Supported
Connector TypeUSB Type C
Connector Features
  • USB OTG
SAR US Head0.77 W/Kg
SAR US Body1.02 W/Kg
SAR EU Head0.714 W/Kg
SAR EU Body1.58 W/Kg
Sim Card 0
NameSIM0
SIM TypeNano SIM
Multimedia
Audio Features
  • Loudspeaker
  • FM Radio
Audio Formats
  • AAC
  • 3GA
  • AMR
  • RA
  • FLAC
  • M4A
  • MID
  • MIDI
  • MP3
  • OGA
  • OGG
  • WMA
  • WAV
  • AWB
  • XMF
  • MXMF
  • IMY
  • RTTTL
  • OTA
  • DSF
Video Formats
  • MPEG-4
  • MP4
Sensors
  • Proximity
  • Accelerometer
  • Compass
  • Gyroscope
  • Barometer
  • Fingerprint
  • GPS
  • A-GPS
  • GLONASS
  • BeiDou
  • Galileo

Galaxy S21 Ultra (SD888) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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The last time we checked, the Galaxy S21 Ultra (SD888) was retailing at around $1199 online. Things may have changed a bit since. The Galaxy S21 Ultra (SD888) launched at $1199.99 on 2021-01-14.
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Yes! The Galaxy S21 Ultra (SD888) is water-tight and got a IP68 certification.
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No, the Galaxy S21 Ultra (SD888) does not have dual-SIMs according to our data, but things may be different in Asian markets. We mostly track USA data.
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No, the Galaxy S21 Ultra (SD888) 3200x1440 resolution is not 4K.
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Yes, the Galaxy S21 Ultra (SD888) is compatible with 15-Watt Wireless Charging. It is compatible with Qi and PMA charging technology.
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Yes, the Galaxy S21 Ultra (SD888) features Qi Wireless Charging.
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Yes, the Galaxy S21 Ultra (SD888) is a 4G-LTE smartphone that is rated 4G LTE CAT20 (2.0 Gbps/316 Mbps).
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Yes, the Galaxy S21 Ultra (SD888) is a 5G smartphone.
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Yes, the Galaxy S21 Ultra (SD888) has a USB Type C port.
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No, the Galaxy S21 Ultra (SD888)'s battery cannot be removed.

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