Samsung unveils Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S21 +: new design, top-end processors, two sizes and a price tag from € 850

Today Samsung has officially unveiled the new flagships of the Galaxy S21 family. Usually such an announcement takes place in February but in this year Samsung has adjusted its schedule and hosted Galaxy Unpacked 2021 on January 14th. Like expected in the lineup has three models: Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S21+, о which will be discussed now, and also the older Galaxy S21 Ultra, oh which we we will tell you separately.

What common

Outwardly, yes and by the characteristics of the Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S21 + are very similar, but is and differences. The front is quite classic in our time gadgets: «frameless» display and small large cut along the center of the top for the front camera. And so not distinguish from other models, but the main feature is hidden behind. Of course not about what revolution in design is not goes but the main camera looks different: like said numerous leaks, it was made in the form of a rectangular block, which seems to flow out onto side face. is he differs from corps and by color, and visually, rising above the base.

By the way, the cameras have Galaxy S21 и Galaxy S21 + are not identical only outwardly. These include 12 megapixel sensor (f / 1.8) s optical stabilization, 64 MP «TV» (f / 2.0) p OIS and 3 times hybrid zoom, and also 12 MP ultra wide-angle camera (f / 2.2) with viewing angle 120 degrees. This set is complemented by a flash that is camera unit. The front camera is also the same for both smartphones — 10 megapixel from aperture f / 2.2.

The fingerprint scanners are sub-screen, but in nobody and not doubted. Of course not dispensed with 5G support, NFC for contactless payment, durable Gorilla Glass Victus and OS Android 11 с the latest One UI shell 3.1.

In addition, the line is distinguished by new colors such as delicate lilac (Phantom Violet). In this case, the body is protected by IP68 and withstands immersion on depth to 1.5 meters maximum by 30 minutes.

Samsung Galaxy S21

This is the base model 6.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with refresh rate 120 Hz (adjustable depending on the content from 48 Hz to 120 Hz), resolution 1080×2400 pixels and HDR10 + support. Top-end Snapdragon 888 processors or branded Exynos 2100 are installed inside — in dependence on region of sales. By the way, if earlier on versions with Exynos had many complaints then now the new Exynos 2100 should catch up with Snapdragon 888.

Memory card slots, like expected no. As, however, and 3.5 mm headphone jack. But no memory regretted — configurations with 8/128 GB and 8/256 GB.

For autonomy meets the battery with a capacity of 4000 mAch s support for 25W fast charging, wireless charging at 15 watts and reversible charging.

Finally, the Galaxy S21 boasts the largest number of colors: Phantom Gray, Phantom White, Phantom Violet and Phantom Pink.

Samsung Galaxy S21+

The main difference «plus» from regular Galaxy S21 — it increased to 6.7 inches display. it still Dynamic AMOLED 2X с 1080 resolution×2400 pixels, 120 Hz refresh rate (adjustable depending on the content from 48 Hz to 120 Hz) and HDR10 + support.

Grew up and Battery capacity — 4800 mAch, but from support of that the same 25W fast charging, wireless charging on 15 watts and reversible charging. A here are the processors and the amount of memory is the same.

IN Galaxy S21 + three colors on выбор: Phantom Black, Phantom Silver и Phantom Violet.

Prices

Galaxy S21 price starts at €850, Galaxy S21+ — from €1050. Acceptance of pre-orders starts tomorrow, and in the sale of smartphones will go on January 29. By the way, there are gifts for pre-orders.

Source: Samsung

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