Samsung’s latest S Series empowers you to easily share and connect with state-of-the-art camera and video, bold new design and streamlined connectivity capabilities
Make Every Day Epic with Samsung Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S21+
Jan 15. 2021Pre-orders start on January 15 in Hong Kong
SEOUL, KOREA– January 15, 2021 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. introduced Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S21+, the latest flagship devices that empower you to express yourself. Made for the way we live now, Galaxy S21 is loaded with state-of-the-art innovations so you can make the most of every moment. The new flagship series debuts a head-turning, iconic design, an epic pro-grade camera for users of any skill level and the most advanced processor ever in a Galaxy device. And each device offers the connectivity, power and performance that only Samsung can deliver.
“We are living in a mobile-first world, and with so many of us working remotely and spending more time at home, we wanted to deliver a smartphone experience that meets the rigorous multimedia demands of our continuously changing routines,” said TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics. “We also recognize the importance of choice, especially now, and that’s why the Galaxy S21 series gives you the freedom to choose the best device for your style and needs.”
For over a decade, the Galaxy S series has delivered groundbreaking, flagship mobile experiences for people who rely on their smartphone for expression, connection and entertainment. The new Galaxy S21 series builds on this legacy to offer the premium flagship experience and make every day epic. Galaxy S21 will be available in a variety of models, so you can find the perfect complement for your personal style and needs. For users who demand a flagship mobile experience, with pro-grade camera innovations and top-of-the-line performance, at various price points, Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S21+ deliver in every category — and then some.
Bold New Style
With a bold new style, Galaxy S21 is built for expression. Galaxy S21 was designed for those who want a light design and compact 6.2-inch display[1]. Galaxy S21+ sports an expanded 6.7-inch display and a larger battery, perfect for marathon gamers and binge-watchers[2].
The Galaxy S21 series introduces an all-new, iconic Contour Cut Camera housing that seamlessly blends into the device’s metal frame for a sleek, yet striking, aesthetic. S21 and S21+ will be available in a range of eye-catching colors, including a new signature color: Phantom Violet. And each device is coated with a luxurious haze finish on the back for a sophisticated look and feel.
Galaxy S21 touts an intelligent, edge-to-edge Dynamic AMOLED 2X Infinity-O display with adaptive 120Hz refresh rate for smoother scrolling and viewing[3]. It automatically adjusts the frame rate based on the content whether you’re swiping through your social feeds or watching shows. The display is also easy on the eyes. To help reduce eye fatigue, the new Eye Comfort Shield [4] automatically adjusts the blue light based on the time of day, content you’re viewing, and your bedtime.
Make Everyday Moments Epic
Galaxy S21 continues Samsung’s legendary camera heritage with pro-grade enhancements and video innovations that enable users of every skill level to get the best shot. Whether you’re recording your puppy’s first encounter with a mirror, chronicling series game night antics or documenting spectacular views on a week-long road trip, Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S21+ have you covered. Just point, shoot and let Galaxy S21 do the heavy lifting — so you can capture the moment before it’s gone.
Improved 8K Snap lets you grab crystal clear images from your 8K video footage, so you can capture all the live action and get standout still shots every time you hit record. Even in fast-moving or bumpy conditions, your footage will be buttery-smooth with Super Steady video at an improved 60fps[5] . New Director’s View lets you see, switch, and select the best shot to tell your best story. Capture video with the front and rear cameras at once for real-time reactions with Vlogger View, and preview or change the angle, zoom or go wide without losing any action with Live Thumbnails. Paired with Samsung’s new Galaxy Buds Pro[6], you can capture both ambient sounds and your voice at the same time using multiple mic recording[7]. That means you can set up Galaxy S21 in Pro Video Mode on a tripod and use Buds Pro as your voice mic, so you can step away and record speech, movement and background sound in crisp quality. With the power of AI, the popular Single Take[8] feature allows you to capture a variety of still and video formats with one tap. It has been enhanced with new pro-style video settings like Highlight Video and Dynamic Slow-Mo, which lets you focus on the most compelling action in stunning stills and highlight reels.
Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S21+’s AI-powered triple-lens pro-grade camera is designed for those times when you want to be more intentional and have more creative control. The camera system intuitively assesses and adjusts to your scene to ensure you can perfectly capture any environment. In Portrait Mode, the AI-powered camera leverages an improved 3D analysis that more accurately separates the subject from the background. It also brings in options for virtual studio lighting and AI background effects to make sure the subject pops from the frame. It also works for selfies too. For elusive faraway shots, whether you’re on a hike or sitting in the back row, improved Space Zoom helps you get clear and steady shots. The new Zoom Lock minimizes shaky hands and captures clearer images at 30x zoom on Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S21+, by leveraging AI to keep your focal point in the center of the frame. Plus, enhanced processing power means bright pictures, even in the dark, so you can do proper justice to gorgeous sunsets and skylines.
Connectivity and Performance That Delivers
Samsung is committed to helping you stay connected, and keeping your data secure, in more convenient and personalized ways. Galaxy S21 delivers next-generation performance and seamlessly connects you to the Galaxy Ecosystem to give you more flexibility, no matter your routine, so you can do more with confidence.
Galaxy users love and expect powerful experience. The Galaxy S21 features the latest and most advanced smartphone chipset yet in a Galaxy for greater speed, energy efficiency[9], and advanced computing capabilities to support 5G connectivity and on-device AI[10]. Galaxy S21 packs all the power you need to process photos, record 8K videos, enjoy a cloud gaming marathon and make the perfect video clips.
We rely on our smartphones more than ever, which is why protecting sensitive information is more important than ever. Galaxy S21 is secured by Samsung Knox Vault, Samsung's own proprietary chipset level (SoC) security platform. By adding tamper-resistant secure memory to our secure processor, Samsung Knox Vault enables S21 to add a new layer of protection.
Galaxy S21 also introduces a new tool to protect and monitor your privacy. You can safely remove location metadata from photos before sharing. With Galaxy S21’s all-new Private Share function[11], you can also control who gets access to the content you send, and how long it’s available – so you can share content worry-free.
Galaxy S21 is designed to be used with other Galaxy devices and with SmartThings Find, it can help you quickly and easily locate your compatible Galaxy devices even when they’re offline. Whether you left your device in another room, under the seat of your car or in a completely different city, SmartThings Find will send you in the right direction. You can now locate non-connected devices, with Samsung’s new Galaxy SmartTag[12] Bluetooth locator. Simply attach a SmartTag to your keys, a bag or even your pet’s collar and you can use SmartThings Find to find the item or your pet.
Hong Kong Availability and Offers
Samsung Galaxy S21 5G series will be available for pre-order starting from January 15 and on sale from January 29. Upon pre-order of the Galaxy S21 5G series at Samsung Online Shop (https://shop.samsung.com/hk_en), Samsung Experience Store, authorized resellers and distributors’ physical and online stores, customers can receive following promotion offers[13]:
Promotion offers |
Promotion period |
Details |
Pre-order Promotion |
January 15 to 28, 2021 |
Customers who pre-order the Galaxy S21+ or Galaxy S21 can receive a free unit of the Galaxy SmartTag (suggested retail price valued at HKD238) and a free pair of the Galaxy Buds Live (suggested retail price valued at HKD1,498) or an upgrade to the Galaxy Buds Pro with extra HKD400 (suggested retail price valued at HKD1,698). |
Exclusive 50% off on covers of the Galaxy S21 5G series |
January 15 to April 30, 2021 |
Customers who pre-order the Galaxy S21 5G series can purchase covers of the series at 50% off (suggested retail price valued at HKD268 to HKD698). |
Discount on Galaxy Watch3 |
January 15 to February 28, 2021 |
Customers who pre-order the Galaxy S21 5G series can enjoy HKD500 discount upon purchase of the Galaxy Watch3, as well as a free unit of Wireless Charger Duo Pad P4300 (suggested retail price valued at HKD398). |
Discount on Galaxy Fit2 |
January 15 to February 28, 2021 |
Customers who pre-order the Galaxy S21 5G series enjoy 50% off upon purchase of the Galaxy Fit2 with extra HKD199 (suggested retail price valued at HKD398). |
Availability and Suggested Retail Price
Samsung Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S21+ will be available on the following dates with the suggested retail price:
Model |
Color |
Available Date |
Suggested Retail Price |
Galaxy S21+ 5G (8GB RAM + 256 GB ROM) |
Phantom Violet, Phantom Black, Phantom Silver |
- Pre-order from January 15 at Samsung Online Shop (https://shop.samsung.com/hk_en), Samsung Experience Store, authorized resellers and distributors’ physical and online stores - On sale from January 29 |
HKD7,998 |
Galaxy S21+ 5G* (8GB RAM + 128GB ROM) |
Phantom Black |
HKD7,598 |
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Galaxy S21 5G (8GB RAM + 256 GB ROM) |
Phantom Gray, Phantom White*, Phantom Pink |
HKD6,298 |
|
Galaxy S21 5G* (8GB RAM + 128GB ROM) |
Phantom Violet, Phantom Gray |
HKD5,898 |
*Hong Kong Samsung Online Shop (https://shop.samsung.com/hk_en) and Samsung Experience Stores will get a head start on pre-orders.
Samsung Galaxy S21 / S21+Product Specifications (Hong Kong):
Special Features |
New Camera Experience: - Ultra high resolution: capture moments in vivid details with 8K videos - Director’s View: shoots from multiple angles simultaneously with AI Active Track - Single Take 2.0: 5x more AI processing delivers enhanced video effects and emotion detection |
Design: - Iconic and Premium: Contour-cut camera design: seamless flow from metal frame to camera - All new vibrant color designs |
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Performance: - Speed: Next gen flagship 5nm processor Snapdragon 888 delivers faster performance and greater power efficiency - Larger fingerprint scanner for faster and more accurate unlocking - Durability: Gorilla Glass Victus for improved drop resistance |
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Operating Platform*** |
Android 11 |
Band^^++ |
5G Sub-6 FDD: N1(2100), N5(850) 5G Sub-6 TDD: N41(2500), N78(3500), N79(4500) 4G FDD-LTE: B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B13(700), B18(800), B19(800), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700) 4G TDD-LTE: B34(2010), B38(2600), B39(1900), B40(2300), B41(2500) 3G WCDMA: B1(2100), B2(1900), B5(850), B8(900) 2G GSM: GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900 |
SIM card |
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (4G + 5G) |
Dimension / Weight |
S21+: 75.6 (W) x 161.5 (H) x 7.8 (D) mm/ 200g S21: 71.2 (W) x 151.7 (H) x 7.9 (D) mm/ 169g |
Display** |
S21+ : 6.7” flat FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display (2400 x 1080, 394ppi) S21 : 6.2” flat FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display (2400 x 1080, 421ppi) |
Processor |
Snapdragon 888 Octa-core (2.84GHz,2.4GHz,1.8GHz) |
Memory▲ |
S21+: 8GB RAM + 256GB ROM / 8GB RAM + 128GB ROM S21: 8GB RAM + 256GB ROM / 8GB RAM + 128GB ROM MicroSD Card : not supported |
Color+ |
S21+: Phantom Black / Phantom Silver1 / Phantom Violet1 S21: Phantom Grey / Phantom Violet2 / Phantom Pink1 / Phantom White1 1. Available on 256GB version 2. Available on 128GB version |
Battery* |
S21+: 4,800mAh S21: 4,000mAh |
Charging▲▲ |
Wireless PowerShare - Share battery power with another smartphone or wearable▲▲▲ Super Fast Charging - 25W Fast Wireless Charging - 15W |
Camera |
Rear Camera: - Rear camera 1 : Ultra-Wide 12MP (F2.2) - Rear camera 2: Wide 12MP /w Dual Pixel and OIS (F1.8) - Rear camera 3: Tele 64MP (F2.0) (3x Hybrid Optic Zoom) Front Camera: 10MP /w Dual Pixel (F2.2) Camera Feature: - Director’s View - Single Take 2.0 - High resolution filming 8K / 4K - Super Steady - Auto Switching (filming frame rate) |
Music Player |
- Stereo speakers sound - Ultra High Quality Audio: PCM 32bit/384kHz, DSD 64/128 |
Audio / Video Play Format |
- Video Play Format: MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM - Audio Play Format: MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, DFF, DSF, APE |
Internet Tool |
- GoogleTM (Chrome, Gmail, Google, Maps, Play Movies & TV, Drive, YouTubeTM ,Photos, Voice Search, Duo, YT Music) - Exchange Active Sync TM (Email, Contacts, Calendar) - Samsung Galaxy Store |
Sensor |
Accelerometer, Barometer, Ultrasonic Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, RGB Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor |
Dust & Water Resistance [IP68]^ |
- IP6X: Dust resistant - IPX8: Water resistant up to 1.5 meters of water for 30 minutes |
Others |
- Support Samsung Pay## - Support 4G & 3G in Hong Kong & China - Support 5G in Hong Kong & China - Dual-SIM Dual-Standby^^ |
Connectivity
Data Transfer^^ |
- LTE DL Cat 20: 2000Mbps / LTE UL Cat18: 200Mbps - DC-HSPA+ 42Mbps / HSUPA 5.76Mbps / 3G / EDGE / GPRS |
Wi-Fi |
- IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4G+5GHz, HE80, MIMO, 1024-QAM - Wi-Fi Direct |
Bluetooth®# |
v5.0 (A2DP, AVRCP, DI, HFP, HID, HOGP, HSP, MAP, OPP, PAN, PBAP) |
Connectivity |
USB Type-C |
Wireless Connectivity |
- NFC - GPS (Support A-GPS),Glonass, BeiDou, Galileo△ |
** Available on designated models
** Measured diagonally, the screen size in the full rectangle
* Performance of the battery is subject to the network, signal strength, function, selection and profile.
▲▲ It must be charged by dedicated Samsung Charger and Battery.
▲▲▲ Charging is stopped to prevent the battery from draining when its battery level is below 30%. Limited to Samsung or other brand smartphones with WPC Qi wireless charging. May not work with certain accessories, or third-party devices.
***Please visit http://www.samsung.com/hk_en/ for latest Operating Platform
^ Please visit www.samsung.com for the Dust and Water Resistance lP68 level
^^ Subject to local network, data and messaging services.
++ Support 5G Network in HK: Sub6 FDD and Sub6 TDD; Support 4G Network in HK and China: FDD-LTE and TDD-LTE; 3G Network in HK: WCDMA; 3G Network in China: TD-SCDMA and WCDMA and CDMA. Subject to local network, data and messaging services.
▲ Actual available memory for end user usage may vary due to pre-configuration. The pre-configuration includes preloaded operating system and applications.
+ For reference only, please check with our staff for details.
△ GPS/A-GPS connection is subject to local network and data services and network providers may charge additional service fees. Additionally, connection times can be affected by external factors, such as surrounding environment, weather, etc
# Stereo Bluetooth is only applicable to specific headsets.
##The use of Samsung Pay in each place is subject to the laws and regulations of the service territory and any other rules determined by the relevant merchant, payment processor, payment network, regulator, and government authority. You should check the service availability for your region before use of Samsung Pay.
For more information about Galaxy S21 /Galaxy S21+, please visit http://www.samsungmobilepress.com/, news.samsung.com/galaxy or http://www.samsung.com/hk_en/smartphones/galaxy-s21-5g/. To learn more about Galaxy S21 Ultra, please visit www.samsung.com/hk_en/smartphones/galaxy-s21-ultra-5g/.
** All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice or obligation.
For more product information, please visit http://www.samsung.com/hk_en/ or contact the Samsung customer service hotline at (+852) 3698-4698.
[1] Display measurements are diagonal, and actual viewable area is less due to rounded corners and camera hole.
[2] Display measurements are diagonal, and actual viewable area is less due to rounded corners and camera hole.
[3] Compared to 60Hz screens.
[4] Eye Comfort Shield is ‘off’ by default, and must be turned on in Settings. SGS, the world's leading certification company, awarded Galaxy S21 series’ display the Eye Care Certification based on its ability to drastically reduce the harmful effects of blue light. This certification can be found on www.sgs.com.
[5] Super Steady video is limited to 1080p resolution.
[6] Sold separately.
[7] The feature is available on Galaxy smartphones or tablets with One UI 3.1 or above, which can be turned on and off in the Bluetooth® setting. Requires the same Samsung account to be registered on the devices. The availability of the feature may vary by application.
[8] Single Take captures images and video up to 15 seconds.
[9] Compared to Galaxy S20.
[10] Requires optimal 5G network connection, available in select markets. Check with your carrier for availability and details. Download and streaming speeds may vary based on content provider, server connection and other factors.
[11] Private Share works between Galaxy smartphones with Android P or later. App download required to send/ receive Private Share link.
[12] Sold separately.
[13] Offers/gifts are available on a first-come, first-served basis while stock lasts; subject to terms and conditions.
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