Samsung’s Galaxy S21 Plus combines a powerful triple-lens camera with super-fast 5G and a large, 6.7-inch screen. Add a long-life battery and the latest Android features and you’ve got a really standout smartphone.
What does the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus have to offer?
The Galaxy S21 Plus has a lot to recommend it. It’s one of the most powerful camera phones on the market. It’s got 5G for superfast downloads and smoother streaming. And it’s got a brawny processor and large 4,800mAh battery, too.
Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus display and design
The S21 Plus looks and feels much like previous Galaxy S smartphones, with rounded edges, a protruding camera module at the rear and an all-screen front.
As you’d expect if you’ve owned a Galaxy S phone before, the S21 Plus’ display is expansive and comes in at 6.7 inches. But this time around, it’s equipped with Dynamic AMOLED 2X technology that means it’s brighter and crisper than its predecessors
And it’s more robust too. That’s down to the fact that it’s fashioned from extra-tough Corning Gorilla Glass Victus, which it’s claimed ensures this is the hardest-wearing phone in the Galaxy S range.
Colour options are black, silver, violet and pink. You can also pick it up in gold and red exclusively when you buy direct from Samsung.
Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus 5G camera
The Galaxy S21 Plus has the same triple-camera array as the standard S21. This comprises a 12-megapixel wide lens, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide lens and a powerful 64-megapixel telephoto lens for close-ups and zooming in from afar.
Key features include a Night Mode for better shots in low light and the option to record video in lush 8K.
Around the front, there’s a ten-megapixel selfie camera that offers a wide variety of portrait modes and is augmented by AI technology that helps you get better shots.
Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus 5G connectivity and processor
Large-screen smartphones with high-grade cameras require a large battery. The S21 Plus is powered by a 4,800 mAh battery that Samsung claims should give the average user 24 hours of use before requiring a fresh charge.
In the event you do run low, it’s got fast-charge modes for wired and wireless charging and support wireless power-sharing too.
Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus 5G battery
Large-screen smartphones with high-grade cameras require a large battery. The S21 Plus is powered by a 4,800 mAh battery that Samsung claims should give the average user 24 hours of use before requiring a fresh charge.
In the event you do run low, it’s got fast-charge modes for wired and wireless charging and support wireless power-sharing too.
Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus contract options
Need unlimited data? Prefer a contract with nothing to pay upfront? Or maybe you just want the best deal at the best price? Whatever your criteria, we’ve highlighted what we consider the best Galaxy S21 deals in the tables below.
Unlimited data Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus deals
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Galaxy S21 Plus 5G (128GB Black)
- Unlimited 5G data
- Unlimited minutes
- Unlimited texts
- £139.00 device cost
- Free EU Roaming
- £14.99 per month
24 month contract From Carphone Warehouse -
Galaxy S21 Plus 5G (128GB Black)
- Unlimited 5G data
- Unlimited minutes
- Unlimited texts
- £49.00 device cost
- Free EU Roaming
- £18.99 per month
24 month contract From Carphone Warehouse
Anticipating you’ll spend a lot of time online on your Galaxy S21 Plus? An unlimited data deal might be best. Take a look at a selection of standout contracts in the table above.
Cheap Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus deals
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Galaxy S21 Plus 5G (128GB Black)
- Unlimited 5G data
- Unlimited minutes
- Unlimited texts
- £139.00 device cost
- Free EU Roaming
- £14.99 per month
24 month contract From Carphone Warehouse -
Galaxy S21 Plus 5G (128GB Black)
- Unlimited 5G data
- Unlimited minutes
- Unlimited texts
- £49.00 device cost
- Free EU Roaming
- £18.99 per month
24 month contract From Carphone Warehouse
Premium phones like the Galaxy S21 Plus tend to come at a premium price. Which makes it more imperative that you get the most for your money.
Take a look at the table above, where we’ve tracked down the S21 Plus contracts we consider to be the best value on offer right now.
Alternatives to Samsung’s Galaxy S21 Plus
- Samsung Galaxy S21
- Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- Samsung Galaxy S20
- Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus
- iPhone 12 mini
- iPhone 12
- iPhone SE 2020
Is the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus waterproof?
Like the standard S21 and S21 Ultra, the S21 Plus comes with an IP68 rating and is water-resistant for up to half an hour in 1.5m of water.
Does the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus have wireless charging?
Yes, the S21 Plus has speedy wireless charging and supports wireless power-sharing too.
What are the best Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus deals?
The best S21 deal is the one that best suits your particular requirements. If you’re on a budget, take a look at value networks, such as Tesco Mobile or iD Mobile. But if money’s less of an issue, you might want to plump for BT or EE, whose shared 5G network is the widest ranging.
What headphones come with the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus?
No headphones come free with S21 Plus, in an environmentally friendly move intended to cut back on waste.
Can I upgrade to the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus?
Provided you’re beyond your minimum term of your contract, you can upgrade to the S21 Plus any time. The same goes if you’re signed up to an early-upgrade contract and you’re within the upgrade window.
What Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus colours are available?
S21 Plus colour options are black, silver, violet and pink, which are widely available. The red and gold colours are solely available when you buy direct from Samsung.
How long is the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus battery life?
Samsung claims the S21 Plus will last the average user 24 hours on a single charge.
How good is the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus camera?
Not quite as good as the S21 Ultra, which adds an extra lens for long-range shots. However, with the Galaxy S21 Plus' triple-lens camera is still up there with the best on any smartphone and easily merits the description ‘pro-grade’.
Galaxy S21 Plus 5G specs
Manufacturer | Samsung |
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Operating System | Android |
Sim Card Type | Nano |
Accelerometer | Yes |
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Proximity | Yes |
Compass | Yes |
Barometer | Yes |
Gyroscope | Yes |
GPS | No |
Form Factor | Candy Bar |
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Thickness | 7.8 mm |
Size | 75.6mm x 7.8mm x 161.5mm |
Weight | 200 g |
Battery Type | Lithium Polymer |
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Capacity | 4800 mah |
Standby | hours |
Talktime | hours |
Display Size | 6.7 inches |
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Screen Type | AMOLED |
Resolution | 1080 x 2400 inches |
Pixels Per Inch | 394 ppi |
Touch Screen Type | Capacitive |
CPU | 2840 mhz |
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Processor Cores | Octa Core Cores |
Memory | 8000 MB |
Internal Storage | 128, 256 |
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External Storage | No |
Primary Camera | 64 MP |
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Flash | Yes |
LED Flash | |
GEO Tagging | Yes |
Auto Focus | Yes |
Fixed Focus | Yes |
Touch Focus | |
Face Detection | Yes |
Smile Detection | |
Image Stabilisation | Yes |
Video Quality | 4320 |
2nd Camera | 10 MP |
Generation | 5G |
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Frequency | Dual-band |
NFC | No |
Wi-Fi | No |
Wi-Fi Hotspot | No |
Wi-Fi Direct | No |
Bluetooth | No |
USB | No |
Loudspeaker | Yes |
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