Galaxy S21+ 5G

Download Samsung Firmware SM-G996U1

Samsung Galaxy S21+ 5G

The latest firmware for Samsung Galaxy S21+ 5G (SM-G996U1) is G996U1UESJHZB1 with Android 15, released on March 23, 2026 for 20 regions (CSC). Every official firmware build for SM-G996U1, newest first: one row per build with all regions (CSC) that received it.

Latest build
G996U1UESJHZB1 Android 15 · 7 months ago
Builds
86 builds
Regions (CSC)
20 regions

Firmware builds for SM-G996U1

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/G996U1UESJHZB1

SM-G996U1 update history

SM-G996U1 started on Android 11 and has received 4 major Android upgrades; it now runs Android 15. The newest build, G996U1UESJHZB1, was released on March 23, 2026 with the January 2026 security patch. That patch (SMR Jan-2026) fixes 32 vulnerabilities, 2 of them critical. No new build has appeared for 7 months, so regular updates for this model have most likely ended.

Device specifications

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

Specifications of SM-G996B, a regional variant of the same device. Chipset and SIM lines are left out: they can differ by region.

Changelog for SM-G996U1

• Security
The device is protected with improved security.

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

• The security of your device has been improved.

One UI 7.0 Upgrade (Android 15)
Bold new look

Visual enhancements
Enjoy a more sophisticated and unique look. One UI 7 introduces a stunning redesign to key components including buttons, menus, notifications and control bars, providing a more consistent visual experience with curves and circles. Beautiful new colors, soft animations, and an innovative blur effect that's unique to One UI make information hierarchy clearer and help you focus on important information.

Reimagined Home screen
Fr...

· Device stability improvements, bug fixes.
· New and / or enhanced features.
· Further improvements to performance.

• The security of your device has been improved.

Show 14 older builds

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

• The security of your device has been improved.

One UI 6.1 Upgrade
Circle to Search

Instantly search for anything on your screen
Circle to Search with Google lets you easily learn more about anything shown on your screen without switching apps. Just touch and hold the Home button or navigation handle, then circle anything on the screen to start a Google search.

Create epic images

Effortlessly enhance your photos
Get special AI recommendations for enhancing your photos and videos. You'll find options for adding star trails, colorizing,...

• The security of your device has been improved.

· Device stability improvements, bug fixes.
· New and / or enhanced features.
· Further improvements to performance.

• The security of your device has been improved.

· The security of your device has been improved.

One UI 6.0 Upgrade
Quick panel

New button layout
The quick panel has a new layout that makes it easier to access the features you use most. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth now have their own dedicated buttons at the top of the screen, while visual features, like Dark mode and Eye comfort shield have been moved to the bottom. Other quick settings buttons appear in a customizable area in the middle.

Instantly access the full quick panel
By default, a compact quick panel with notifications appears when yo...

· Device stability improvements, bug fixes.
· New and / or enhanced features.
· Further improvements to performance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the latest Android version for SM-G996U1?

The newest firmware for SM-G996U1 runs Android 15: build G996U1UESJHZB1, released on March 23, 2026.

When did SM-G996U1 get its last update?

The latest build for SM-G996U1, G996U1UESJHZB1, was released on March 23, 2026 (7 months ago).

How often does SM-G996U1 get updates?

SM-G996U1 has had no new firmware for 7 months, so regular updates have most likely ended.

Is the firmware for SM-G996U1 official?

Yes, all firmware files for SM-G996U1 are 100% official, original, and obtained directly from Samsung servers.

How to flash Samsung SM-G996U1 using Odin?

To flash SM-G996U1, 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-G996U1?

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-G996U1.