Galaxy S20 5G

Samsung Galaxy S20 5G SM-G981N firmware

The latest firmware for Samsung Galaxy S20 5G (SM-G981N) is G981NKSS8IYC2 with Android 13, released on March 27, 2025 for 4 regions (CSC). Every official firmware build for SM-G981N, newest first: one row per build with all regions (CSC) that received it.

Latest build
G981NKSS8IYC2 Android 13 · 1 year ago
Builds
45 builds
Regions (CSC)
4 regions

Firmware builds for SM-G981N

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/G981NKSS8IYC2

SM-G981N update history

SM-G981N started on Android 10 and has received 3 major Android upgrades; it now runs Android 13. The newest build, G981NKSS8IYC2, was released on March 27, 2025. No new build has appeared for 19 months, so regular updates for this model have most likely ended.

Device specifications

Launched with
Android 10.0
Display diagonal
15.8 cm (6.2")
Display resolution
3200 x 1440 pixels
Display type
Dynamic AMOLED
RAM
12 GB
RAM type
LPDDR5
Rear camera resolution
12 MP
Rear camera type
Triple camera
Battery capacity
4000 mAh
Weight
163 g

Specifications of SM-G981B, a regional variant of the same device. Chipset and SIM lines are left out: they can differ by region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the latest Android version for SM-G981N?

The newest firmware for SM-G981N runs Android 13: build G981NKSS8IYC2, released on March 27, 2025.

When did SM-G981N get its last update?

The latest build for SM-G981N, G981NKSS8IYC2, was released on March 27, 2025 (1 year ago).

How often does SM-G981N get updates?

SM-G981N has had no new firmware for 19 months, so regular updates have most likely ended.

Is the firmware for SM-G981N official?

Yes, all firmware files for SM-G981N are 100% official, original, and obtained directly from Samsung servers.

How to flash Samsung SM-G981N using Odin?

To flash SM-G981N, 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-G981N?

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-G981N.

Is this the stock ROM or flash file for SM-G981N?

Yes. Every build on this page is the official stock ROM for SM-G981N from Samsung's update server, the same package other sites call the flash file or the software update. It installs with Odin on a Windows PC.

Does flashing firmware remove the FRP lock on SM-G981N?

No. Factory Reset Protection is tied to the Google account that was on the phone and survives a firmware flash. Sign in with that account or use the legal options in our FRP guide.