Rating 4.4 54 reviews

The Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G measures 6.8-inch diagonally and features an Edge Quad HD+ display. It comes in two basic colours: phantom black and silver. In addition, there are three exclusive colours available on Samsung.com. An S-5 provides functionality similar to Galaxy Note.

The S21 Ultra is the largest and most premium model in the Galaxy S21 series.

A newer model Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G 256GB was released in February 2022.

Manufacturer: Samsung
price $459.00 - $950.00
Storage
Ars Technica
5 years ago

Samsung’s Galaxy S21 Ultra hits the FCC, confirms S-Pen and Wi-Fi 6E support

Leaked official images of the Galaxy S21 Ultra, from Evan Blass. Evan Blass Leaked official images of the Galaxy S21 Ultra, from Evan Blass. Evan Blass The camera block wraps all the way around the sides and corner, but it looks like the glass is only on the back.
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IT PRO
5 years ago

Samsung Galaxy S21 ULTRA (512GB) 5G Phantom Black SM-G998BZKHXNZ review

Pockets beware, the giant smartphone is back with a sleeker camera and a super processor...
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Gizmodo
5 years ago

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G (256GB, Black) AU - Pristine review

The Samsung Galaxy S21 has just been announced! I was able to get a bit of hands on time with the big daddy S21 Ultra. Here's my thoughts.
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Android Headlines
5 years ago

Samsung Galaxy S21 ULTRA (512GB) 5G Phantom Black SM-G998BZKHXNZ review

This is the "Ultra" smartphone you've been looking for!
Pros:
  • Big
  • bright & beautiful display
  • Camera bump is no longer obtrusive
  • Camera has seen huge improvements year-over-year
  • Space Zoom is less of a gimmick
  • 120Hz at Quad HD+ resolution
  • Battery life is very impressive
  • $200 cheaper than its predecessor
  • Much improved fingerprint sensor
Cons:
  • Large phone is large
  • not suitable for everyone
  • No charger in the box
  • Doesn't support fast charging (25W max)
  • S Pen supported
  • but not included in box
  • No MST with Samsung Pay
  • No micro SD card slot
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Digital Camera World
5 years ago

Samsung Galaxy S21 ULTRA (512GB) 5G Phantom Black SM-G998BZKHXNZ review

At $1,199 / £1,149, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra needs to be excellent, and it is. Powerful internals, a class-leading 10x zoom and a number of fun value adds, not least of all S Pen support give it some standout charm.
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Tech Crunch
5 years ago

Samsung Galaxy S21 ULTRA (512GB) 5G Phantom Black SM-G998BZKHXNZ review

The Galaxy S21 is a tank. It’s a big, heavy (8.04 ounces versus its predecessor’s 7.7), blunt instrument of a phone. It’s quintessential Samsung, really — the handset you purchase when too much isn’t quite enough.
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PC Magazine
5 years ago

Samsung Galaxy S21 ULTRA (512GB) 5G Phantom Black SM-G998BZKHXNZ review

The Galaxy S21 Ultra delivers a high-quality superzoom camera that truly works, supports Samsung's excellent S Pen, and sets the bar for smartphone features in 2021.
Pros:
  • Beautiful design and solid build
  • Excellent photo quality at up to 10x zoom
  • Equipped for next-gen C-band and Wi-Fi 6E connectivity
Cons:
  • Heavy
  • Expensive
  • Some of those next-gen networks don't exist yet
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Mobile Syrup
5 years ago

Samsung Galaxy S21 ULTRA (512GB) 5G Phantom Black SM-G998BZKHXNZ review

The S21 Ultra takes the Note 20 Ultra's best features and builds on them in meaningful ways
Pros:
  • Camera bump design is vastly improved
  • An absolute photography powerhouse
  • An all-around solid high-end smartphone
Cons:
  • Expensive
  • No charger or headphones in the box
  • No microSD port
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Digitaltrends
5 years ago

Samsung Galaxy S21 ULTRA (512GB) 5G Phantom Black SM-G998BZKHXNZ review

“2021's only true flagship Galaxy S Series phone is the Galaxy S21 Ultra, which has extraordinary ability, particularly from the camera.”
Pros:
  • Highly capable
  • versatile camera
  • Beautiful AMOLED screen
  • Elegant new design
  • Long battery life
  • Latest software from Google and Samsung
  • Price is down from last year
Cons:
  • Shaky Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Intermittent charging problems
  • Top-heavy design affects balance
  • No MicroSD card slot
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Android Authority
5 years ago

Samsung Galaxy S21 ULTRA (512GB) 5G Phantom Black SM-G998BZKHXNZ review

Samsung's Galaxy S21 Ultra is a powerhouse smartphone, but can it fix the legacy burdened by its predecessor?...
Pros:
  • Big
  • bright
  • 120Hz display Great battery life Versatile camera system Super-fast processor
Cons:
  • Expensive No expandable storage No charger in the box
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