Galaxy S20+ vs Galaxy S21+
A side-by-side look at the Galaxy S20+ and the Galaxy S21+ — how their displays, chipsets, cameras, batteries and full specifications compare, so you can see what changed and which one fits you.
Galaxy S20+ vs Galaxy S21+: the key differences
The Galaxy S21+ arrived in 2021, 1 year after the Galaxy S20+ (2020), and moves the line forward in several areas.
- ◆Processor: the Galaxy S21+ runs the Snapdragon 888 / Exynos 2100, while the Galaxy S20+ uses the Snapdragon 865 / Exynos 990.
- ◆Memory: the Galaxy S20+ offers more RAM — up to 12 GB vs 8 GB.
- ◆Battery: the Galaxy S21+ has the larger battery, 4,800 mAh vs 4,500 mAh.
- ◆Display: Galaxy S20+ — 6.7″ Quad HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120 Hz; Galaxy S21+ — 6.7″ Full HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120 Hz.
- ◆Main camera: Galaxy S20+ — 12 + 64 (3×) + 12 (ultrawide) + ToF; Galaxy S21+ — 12 + 64 (3×) + 12 MP (ultrawide).
- ◆Weight: the Galaxy S20+ is lighter at 186 g (vs 200 g).
- ◆Software: Galaxy S20+ shipped with Android 10 (up to 13); Galaxy S21+ with Android 11 (up to 14).
- ◆Launch price: Galaxy S20+ — $1199; Galaxy S21+ — $999.
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Full specification comparison
| Specification | Galaxy S20+ | Galaxy S21+ |
|---|---|---|
| Release | March 2020 | January 2021 |
| Display | 6.7″ Quad HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120 Hz | 6.7″ Full HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120 Hz |
| Resolution | 1440 × 3200 (525 ppi) | 1080 × 2400 (394 ppi) |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 865 / Exynos 990 | Snapdragon 888 / Exynos 2100 |
| RAM | 8 / 12 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage | 128 / 512 GB + microSD | 128 / 256 GB |
| Main camera | 12 + 64 (3×) + 12 (ultrawide) + ToF | 12 + 64 (3×) + 12 MP (ultrawide) |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 10 MP |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 4800 mAh |
| Charging | 25 W | 25 W |
| OS | Android 10 (up to 13) | Android 11 (up to 14) |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 161.9 × 73.7 × 7.8 mm | 161.5 × 75.6 × 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 186 g | 200 g |
| Build | Glass + metal | Glass Victus + Armor Aluminum |
| Launch price | $1199 | $999 |
Bold values indicate a difference between the two models.