Galaxy S20 5G

Download Samsung Firmware SM-G981B

Samsung Galaxy S20 5G

The latest firmware for Samsung Galaxy S20 5G (SM-G981B) is G981BXXSNHYB1 with Android 13, released on March 27, 2025 for 56 regions (CSC). Every official firmware build for SM-G981B, newest first: one row per build with all regions (CSC) that received it.

Latest build
G981BXXSNHYB1 Android 13 · 1 year ago
Builds
86 builds
Regions (CSC)
75 regions

Firmware builds for SM-G981B

Each firmware build has its own page at https://samfirm.shop/build/{PDA}, where {PDA} is the build number from the list above. Example: https://samfirm.shop/build/G981BXXSNHYB1

SM-G981B update history

SM-G981B started on Android 10 and has received 3 major Android upgrades; it now runs Android 13. The newest build, G981BXXSNHYB1, was released on March 27, 2025 with the March 2025 security patch. That patch (SMR Mar-2025) fixes 55 vulnerabilities, 11 of them critical. No new build has appeared for 19 months, so regular updates for this model have most likely ended. Builds of this model reach 75 regions (CSC); AUT (Switzerland) usually gets a new build first (80% of recent builds).

Device specifications

Launched with
Android 10.0
Display diagonal
15.8 cm (6.2")
Display resolution
3200 x 1440 pixels
Display type
Dynamic AMOLED
Processor frequency
2.73 GHz
Processor family
Samsung Exynos
Processor model
990
RAM
12 GB
RAM type
LPDDR5
Rear camera resolution
12 MP
Rear camera type
Triple camera
Battery capacity
4000 mAh
Weight
163 g

Changelog for SM-G981B

• The security of your device has been improved.

• Security
The device is protected with improved security.

• The security of your device has been improved.

• Overall stability of functions improved.
• The security of your device has been improved.

• The security of your device has been improved.

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• Security
The device is protected with improved security.

• Overall stability of functions improved.
• The security of your device has been improved.

• Stability and reliability
Device behavior has been improved.
• Security
The device is protected with improved security.

• The security of your device has been improved.

• The Camera and Gallery functions have been improved.
• Security
The device is protected with improved security.

• The security of your device has been improved.

One UI 5.1 Update

One UI 5.1 takes your phone to the next level with new Gallery features as well as productivity and personalization enhancements.

Camera and Gallery

Quickly change the color tone for selfies
It's easier to change the color tone of your selfies using the Effects button at the top of the screen.

More powerful search
You can now search your Gallery for more than one person or subject at the same time. You can even search for people without tagging their names just by tapping...

• The security of your device has been improved.

• Stability and reliability
Device behavior has been improved.

• Overall stability of functions improved.
• The security of your device has been improved.

• The security of your device has been improved.

One UI 5 Upgrade (Android 13)

One UI 5 brings you more powerful personalization and makes it easier to get things done across your Galaxy devices.

Visual design

New app icons and illustrations
Icon symbols are larger for a bolder look that's easier to scan. Subtle background gradients and improved contrast give a fresher, more natural feel. New help illustrations have been created to give a consistent look to all apps.

Smoother than ever before
New animations and transition effects make sw...

• The security of your device has been improved.

One UI 5 Upgrade (Android 13)

One UI 5 brings you more powerful personalization and makes it easier to get things done across your Galaxy devices.

Visual design

New app icons and illustrations
Icon symbols are larger for a bolder look that's easier to scan. Subtle background gradients and improved contrast give a fresher, more natural feel. New help illustrations have been created to give a consistent look to all apps.

Smoother than ever before
New animations and transition effects make sw...

4 retail codes (SKU)

Box codes of SM-G981B for different colors and markets. Firmware is chosen by the model code SM-G981B and your region (CSC), not by the SKU.

  • 5413729236486
  • SM-G981BZADEUD
  • SM-G981BZADEUB
  • F-SMG981BZAAMZ

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the latest Android version for SM-G981B?

The newest firmware for SM-G981B runs Android 13: build G981BXXSNHYB1, released on March 27, 2025.

When did SM-G981B get its last update?

The latest build for SM-G981B, G981BXXSNHYB1, was released on March 27, 2025 (1 year ago).

How often does SM-G981B get updates?

SM-G981B has had no new firmware for 19 months, so regular updates have most likely ended.

Is the firmware for SM-G981B official?

Yes, all firmware files for SM-G981B are 100% official, original, and obtained directly from Samsung servers.

How to flash Samsung SM-G981B using Odin?

To flash SM-G981B, you need to download the appropriate firmware, put your device into Download Mode, and use the Odin tool to load the BL, AP, CP, and CSC files.

Can I downgrade the Android version on SM-G981B?

Downgrading is only possible if the bootloader version (binary bit) of the old firmware matches the current one. Always check the binary version before flashing SM-G981B.