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SAMSUNG Galaxy S21 5G G991U 128GB Phantom Violet Verizon
A 6.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED phone with Snapdragon 888, 128 GB storage, 64 MP triple camera and IP68 water resistance, locked to Verizon 5G
- TypeCell Phone
- Technology5G
- Data transferLTE-A (7CA) Cat20 2000/200 Mbps, 5G (5+ Gbps DL)
- Compatible Carrier & ServiceVerizon Only
- Form FactorTouch Screen Phones
- ColorPurple
- 2-inch Dynamic AMOLED display with 120Hz adaptive refresh
- Snapdragon 888 chipset powers 5G speeds up to 2000 Mbps
- 64 MP triple camera system records 8K video
- IP68 water resistance protects against dust and immersion
- 128 GB storage with 8 GB RAM for multitasking
Verizon-locked Galaxy S21 5G
The Samsung Galaxy S21 5G model G991U is a new 128 GB smartphone locked to Verizon service. It ships in Phantom Violet with a 6.2 inch Dynamic AMOLED display at 2400 x 1080 resolution and a 120 Hz adaptive refresh rate. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor paired with 8 GB of RAM drives Android 12 under One UI.
Buyers needing an unlocked handset
This unit only activates on Verizon, so shoppers who plan to use another carrier or travel internationally with local SIMs should look elsewhere. The single Nano SIM slot and carrier lock prevent multi-network flexibility. Users who want expandable storage will also need a different device because no microSD slot is present.
64 MP telephoto camera with 10X zoom
The rear array includes a 64 megapixel telephoto lens capable of 10X zoom and 8K video capture, a spec that defines whether the phone meets a buyer's imaging needs. IP68 water resistance and Gorilla Glass Victus add durability for daily handling. A 4000 mAh battery supports the high-refresh display and 5G modem.
Highlights
- 2-inch Dynamic AMOLED display with 120Hz adaptive refresh
- Snapdragon 888 chipset powers 5G speeds up to 2000 Mbps
- 64 MP triple camera system records 8K video
- IP68 water resistance protects against dust and immersion
- 128 GB storage with 8 GB RAM for multitasking
Specifications
| Brand | Samsung |
|---|---|
| Series | Galaxy S21 5G |
| Model | G991U |
| Part Number | G991U |
| Type | Cell Phone |
| Technology | 5G |
| Data transfer | LTE-A (7CA) Cat20 2000/200 Mbps, 5G (5+ Gbps DL) |
| Compatible Carrier & Service | Verizon Only |
| Form Factor | Touch Screen Phones |
| Color | Purple |
| SIM Card Type | Nano SIM |
| Water Resistant | IP68 |
| Touch Screen | Yes |
| Main Display Size | 6.2" |
| Main Display Format | AMOLED |
| Main Display Resolution | 2400 x 1080 |
| Rear Camera | 64 MP |
| Flash | Yes |
| Camera Zoom | 10X |
| Auto Focus | Yes |
| HD Video Capture | 8K |
| Front-Facing Camera | 10 MP |
| Operating System | Android |
| System Chip | Exynos 2100 |
| Processor | 2.9 GHz Octa-core |
| Processor Core | Octa-core |
| Processor Speed | 2.9 GHz |
| RAM | 8GB |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Expansion Slot Type | None |
| Connectivity | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Support | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 |
| HDMI | No |
| Bluetooth Support | Yes |
| Battery Type | Non-removable Li-Ion Battery |
| Battery Capacity | 4000 mAh |
| Talk Time | 20 - 30 hours |
| Standby Time | 270 Hours |
| Charging | Fast Charging / Wireless Charging |
| Operating Time | Up to 8 hours on 3G, Up to 8 hours on Wi-Fi |
| GPS Integrated | Yes |
| Message | SMS, MMS, Email, Push Email, IM |
| Additional Function | Wi-Fi/GPS/NFC |
| Specifications | Multitouch Corning Gorilla Glass |
| 4G | CDMA LTE |
| Phonebook | 1000 |
| Qwerty Keyboard | Yes |
| CPU | Exynos |
| Email, Push Email | |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 5.97" x 2.80" x 0.31" |
| Weight | 5.96 oz. |
Questions about this item
Will the 4000 mAh battery need replacement after a couple of years?
The 4000 mAh battery is sealed inside the IP68-rated chassis; replacing it requires professional disassembly and is typically done once capacity drops below usable levels after several hundred charge cycles.
What limit appears first when the Snapdragon 888 runs at peak load for a long time?
Sustained heavy workloads cause thermal throttling before the 120 Hz display or 5G modem hit their own limits, so the processor reduces clock speeds to manage heat.
How warm and loud does the phone get during all-day 5G use?
The glass-and-metal body becomes noticeably warm during continuous 5G data sessions, but there are no moving parts so it stays completely silent.
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