Galaxy S21+ 5G

Download Samsung Firmware SM-G996B

Samsung Galaxy S21+ 5G

The latest firmware for Samsung Galaxy S21+ 5G (SM-G996B) is G996BXXUJHZF2 with Android 15, released on July 13, 2026 for 1 region (CSC). Every official firmware build for SM-G996B, newest first: one row per build with all regions (CSC) that received it.

Latest build
G996BXXUJHZF2 Android 15 · 3 months ago
Builds
165 builds
Regions (CSC)
206 regions

Firmware builds for SM-G996B

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/G996BXXUJHZF2

SM-G996B update history

SM-G996B started on Android 11 and has received 4 major Android upgrades; it now runs Android 15. The newest build, G996BXXUJHZF2, was released on July 13, 2026 with the January 2026 security patch. That patch (SMR Jan-2026) fixes 32 vulnerabilities, 2 of them critical. Over the last 12 months SM-G996B received 4 builds, spread over 4 different months. Builds of this model reach 206 regions (CSC); AUT (Switzerland) usually gets a new build first (60% of recent builds).

Device specifications

Launched with
Android 11
Display diagonal
17 cm (6.7")
Display resolution
2400 x 1080 pixels
Display type
Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Processor frequency
2.9 GHz
RAM
8 GB
RAM type
LPDDR5
Rear camera resolution
12 MP
Rear camera type
Triple camera
SIM cards
Dual SIM
Battery capacity
4800 mAh
Weight
202 g

Changelog for SM-G996B

• Stability and reliability
Device behavior has been improved.

These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

• Security
The device is protected with improved security.

These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

• Security
The device is protected with improved security.

• The security of your device has been improved.

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• The security of your device has been improved.

• Security
The device is protected with improved security.

• The security of your device has been improved.

• Security
The device is protected with improved security.

• 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.

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

• Security
The device is protected with improved security.

• The security of your device has been improved.

• Security
The device is protected with improved security.

• The security of your device has been improved.

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

53 retail codes (SKU)

Box codes of SM-G996B for different colors and markets. Firmware is chosen by the model code SM-G996B and your region (CSC), not by the SKU.

  • SM-G996BZSAATS
  • SM-G996BZKDEUE
  • SM-G996BZVGEUB
  • SM-G996BZSDEUB
  • SM-G996BZVDMEA
  • SM-G996BIDDEUB
  • SM-G996BZVGEUE
  • SM-G996BZKEATS
  • SM-G996BZSEATS
  • SM-G996BZSGMEA
  • SM-G996BZKDMEA
  • SM-G996BZVGMEA
  • SM-G996BZKGMEA
  • SM-G996BZSDMEA
  • SM-G996BIDGEUE
  • SM-G996BIDDEUE
  • SM-G996BZRGEUE
  • SM-G996BZRDEUE
  • SM-G996BIDGEUB
  • SM-G996BZRDEUB
  • SM-G996BZRGEUB
  • SM-G996BZKGEUB
  • SM-G996BZVDEUB
  • SM-G996BZSGEUB
  • SM-G996BZKDEUB
  • SM-G996BZSDEUC
  • SM-G996BZVGEUC
  • SM-G996BZKGEUC
  • SM-G996BZKDEUC
  • SM-G996BZSGEUC
  • SM-G996BZVDEUC
  • SM-G996BZSDEUE
  • SM-G996BZVDEUE
  • SM-G996BZKGEUE
  • SM-G996BZSGEUE
  • SM-G996BZVGEUH
  • SM-G996BZKDEUH
  • SM-G996BZSGEUH
  • SM-G996BZSDEUH
  • SM-G996BZVDEUH
  • SM-G996BZKGEUH
  • SM-G996BZSGEUA
  • SM-G996BZKGEUA
  • SM-G996BZVGEUA
  • SM-G996BZVDEUA
  • SM-G996BZKDEUA
  • SM-G996BZSDEUA
  • SM-G996BZKDTUR
  • SM-G996BZKGTUR
  • SM-G996BZSDTUR
  • SM-G996BZSGTUR
  • SM-G996BZVDTUR
  • SM-G996BZVGTUR

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the latest Android version for SM-G996B?

The newest firmware for SM-G996B runs Android 15: build G996BXXUJHZF2, released on July 13, 2026.

When did SM-G996B get its last update?

The latest build for SM-G996B, G996BXXUJHZF2, was released on July 13, 2026 (3 months ago).

How often does SM-G996B get updates?

Over the last 12 months SM-G996B received 4 builds, with at least one new build in 4 different months.

Is the firmware for SM-G996B official?

Yes, all firmware files for SM-G996B are 100% official, original, and obtained directly from Samsung servers.

How to flash Samsung SM-G996B using Odin?

To flash SM-G996B, 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-G996B?

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-G996B.