Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G

Download Samsung Firmware SM-N986U1

Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G

The latest firmware for Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G (SM-N986U1) is N986U1UESEHYH1 with Android 13, released on August 28, 2025 for 21 regions (CSC). Every official firmware build for SM-N986U1, newest first: one row per build with all regions (CSC) that received it.

Latest build
N986U1UESEHYH1 Android 13 · 1 year ago
Builds
77 builds
Regions (CSC)
21 regions

Firmware builds for SM-N986U1

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/N986U1UESEHYH1

SM-N986U1 update history

SM-N986U1 started on Android 10 and has received 3 major Android upgrades; it now runs Android 13. The newest build, N986U1UESEHYH1, was released on August 28, 2025 with the August 2025 security patch. That patch (SMR Aug-2025) fixes 36 vulnerabilities, 1 of them critical. No new build has appeared for 14 months, so regular updates for this model have most likely ended.

Device specifications

Display diagonal
17.5 cm (6.9")
Display resolution
3088 x 1440 pixels
RAM
12 GB
Rear camera resolution
108 MP
Rear camera type
Penta camera
Battery capacity
4500 mAh
Weight
208 g

Specifications of SM-N986U, a regional variant of the same device. Chipset and SIM lines are left out: they can differ by region.

Changelog for SM-N986U1

• 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.

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

• The security of your device has been improved.

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

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• The security of your device has been improved.

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

• The security of your device has been improved.

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

• The security of your device has been improved.

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

• 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.

Discover Expert RAW
Expert RAW lets you take high-quality shots, perfect for those who want to have full control and edit photos later. Expert RAW is now easier to access from the M...

• The security of your device has been improved.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the latest Android version for SM-N986U1?

The newest firmware for SM-N986U1 runs Android 13: build N986U1UESEHYH1, released on August 28, 2025.

When did SM-N986U1 get its last update?

The latest build for SM-N986U1, N986U1UESEHYH1, was released on August 28, 2025 (1 year ago).

How often does SM-N986U1 get updates?

SM-N986U1 has had no new firmware for 14 months, so regular updates have most likely ended.

Is the firmware for SM-N986U1 official?

Yes, all firmware files for SM-N986U1 are 100% official, original, and obtained directly from Samsung servers.

How to flash Samsung SM-N986U1 using Odin?

To flash SM-N986U1, 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-N986U1?

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-N986U1.