Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy S9

Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy S9: Compare the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus and Samsung Galaxy S9 to find out which one is worth your investment. From design and display to performance and camera capabilities, we break down the key differences between these two popular Samsung smartphones. Discover whether it’s time to upgrade or stick with your trusty Galaxy S9.

Feature	Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus	Samsung Galaxy S9
Display Size	6.7 inches	5.8 inches
Display Type	Dynamic AMOLED 2X	Super AMOLED
Resolution	3200 x 1440 pixels	2960 x 1440 pixels
Refresh Rate	120Hz	60Hz
Processor	Exynos 2100 / Qualcomm Snapdragon 888	Exynos 9810 / Qualcomm Snapdragon 845
RAM	8GB	4GB
Storage	128GB/256GB/512GB	64GB/128GB/256GB
Main Camera	12 MP (f/1.8) 12 MP (f/2.2) ultra-wide 64 MP (f/2.0) telephoto	12 MP (f/1.5-2.4) 12 MP (f/2.4) telephoto 8 MP (f/1.7) selfie
Front Camera	10 MP (f/2.2)	8 MP (f/1.7)
Video Recording	8K @ 24fps 4K @ 30/60fps	4K @ 30/60fps 1080p @ 30fps
Battery Capacity	4800 mAh	3000 mAh
Wireless Charging	Yes	Yes
Water Resistance	IP68	IP68
Operating System	Android 11	Android 8 (upgradable to Android 10)
Biometric Authentication	Fingerprint Sensor (under display) Facial Recognition	Fingerprint Sensor (rear-mounted) Facial Recognition
Headphone Jack	No	Yes
5G Ready	Yes	No
Dimensions	161.5 x 75.6 x 7.8 mm	147.7 x 68.7 x 8.5 mm
Weight	200 grams	163 grams