Certified Pre-Owned (refurbished) Samsung Galaxy S21 5G Phone: Features & Colors

Overview

Introducing the Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (Certified Pre-Owned), the ultimate self-expression smartphone with 5G Ultra Wideband speeds.¹ Level up your photos and videos with a multi-lens camera featuring 30x Space Zoom, a 64 MP high resolution camera and head-turning 8K video. Cinema-quality features like Vlogger View let you simultaneously record on the front and back camera and Director's View helps you adjust angles in real-time like a pro. All of your favorite content comes to life on the 6.2" FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2x 120 Hz display that makes scrolling feel faster and smoother while being easy on the eyes.² And with a sleek design, hyperfast processing and a battery that won't quit before you do, you can create, connect and do more of what you love. Experience all the Samsung Galaxy S21 5G has to offer on Verizon, now with the coverage of 5G Nationwide and the unprecedented performance of 5G Ultra Wideband.¹

Reviews

3.5

54 reviews

57% of reviewers recommend this product.

Beware of issues.

Jerry . 15 days ago

Phone would not connect to service. Took it to the Verizon store and they couldn't get it to connect to cellular service. Not sure whst is meant by certified. Also if you buy on-line and have issues your local store can not do much to help in getting a replacement.

Pre-owned S21

Dustin . 23 days ago

Deep scratch in screen when it arrived at home.

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Rear camera

50MP OIS AF F1.8 (Wide); 10MP 3x OIS AF F2.4 (Tele); 12MP FF F2.2 (UltraWide): Flash: Y (Portrait mode, Space Zoom, Single Take, Night mode, Director's view)

Colors

1. 5G Ultra Wideband available only in parts of select cities. 5G Nationwide available in 2,700+ cities.
2. Compared to 60 Hz screens.
3. Single Take AI captures images and video up to 15 seconds.
4. Superfast (25 W) charger sold separately. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables; do not use any worn or damaged chargers or cables; incompatible charger or cable can cause serious injuries or damage to your device.
5. Based on average battery life under typical usage conditions. Average expected performance based on typical use. Actual battery life depends on factors such as network, features selected, frequency of calls, and voice data, and other application usage patterns. Results may vary.
6. Compared to GS20.
7. Samsung Galaxy S21 5G available in 128GB and 256GB.

Specs

Certified Pre-Owned

Our highly-trained technicians inspect and grade the cosmetic appearance of each used device to indicate if the condition is Like New, Great, Very Good or Good. We conduct extensive functional examinations on all used devices. This includes all internal and external functions such as buttons, audio, battery health, SIM card, camera and touch screen. We only approve used devices that score 100% functionality. Learn more about our refurbished devices.

A camera so good, everyone's a pro.

Capture and share detailed portraits, stunning landscapes and crisp close-ups with the easy-to-use camera system equipped with a 64 MP high resolution camera, UltraWide 12 MP camera and front-facing 10 MP camera. And with 30x Space Zoom and Zoom lock you can magnify the details of an object or capture long distance shots while keeping your subject centered and focused. Plus, Single Take AI transforms common restrictions of photo and video editing so you can capture all of life's moments in one single take.³

Certified Pre-Owned

Design

Depth

0.31 in.

Width

2.8 in.

Weight

6.03 oz.

Height

5.97 in

Accessibility

Voice Assistant

Google Assistant

Hearing Aid Compatibility

M3/T3

Network

4G Network

LTE Bands: B2/B4/B5/B13/B46/B66/B48, Anchor Bands: B2/B4/B5/B13/B46/B66/B48

FCC ID

A3LSMG991U

5G Nationwide

n2/n5/n48/n66

HD Voice

Experience HD Voice, Video Calling and Simultaneous Voice & Data. Enable Wi-Fi Calling and make calls anywhere you have a Wi-Fi connection

5G Ultra Wideband

n260/ n261 (high-band / mmWave) | n77 (mid-band / C-band)

Global Network

LTE Roaming: B3/B7/B8/B12/B18/B19/B20/B26/B28, GSM/UMTS Quad, TDD LTE B38/B39/B40/B41, LTE-LAA: B46

Battery

Standby Time

11 days

Usage Time

24.89 hrs.

Battery

4,000mAh (Non Removal)

Camera

Rear Camera

12 MP OIS AF F1.8 (Wide-angle Camera) | Telephoto Camera: 64 MP OIS AF F2.0 | Ultra Wide Camera: 12 MP FF F2.2 | Flash- Y

Front Camera

10 MP AF

Camera

12 MP Wide

Performance

Storage

128GB/256GB (ROM) + 8GB (RAM)

Processor

Snapdragon 888, Octa-CoreGold Prime Max 2.8GHz + Gold 2.4GHz + Silver 1.8GHz

Operating System

Android 11 (R OS)

Display

Screen

6.2" FHD+ (1080X2400) Dynamic AMOLED 2x, 421 PPI

SKU#

OCPO1BSAMG991256GR

What's in the box

Samsung Galaxy S21 5G Certified Pre-Owned
Pre-installed SIM Card
Data cable type C to C
Quick Reference Guide
Terms & Conditions

Reviews

Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (Certified Pre-Owned) Reviews

3.5

54 reviews

57% of reviewers recommend this product.

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Beware of issues.

Jerry . 15 days ago

Pre-owned S21

Dustin . 23 days ago

Deep scratch in screen when it arrived at home.

Samsung Galaxy 21

Malissa romero . 24 days ago

I haven't received it yet

Galaxy S21 5G (Certified Pre-Owned) defective

RD01 . 1 month ago

The product that I received had a defective Usb C port and in efforts to find a replacement I was told that none could be found.

Not good

Joseph Montgomery . 2 months ago

Phone overheats and battery does not stay charged

Samsung - 2 months ago

Greetings Joseph, thank you for finding the opportunity to share your sentiments with us about your Samsung Galaxy S21. Samsung provides a 12-month warranty on our products for manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship. All Galaxy devices have a set temperature range, where they operate at their best. While they may feel warm under certain conditions, like charging, this does not affect the device's lifespan or performance. However, if your devices get too warm, it could cause some issues. Take a moment to review, "Keep your Galaxy device at its normal operating temperature," "Apps are draining battery on Galaxy phone or tablet," "Galaxy Battery - Optimization," "Get the most out of your Galaxy phone or tablet battery," and "Samsung phone battery drains quickly on 5G service" to conduct some quick troubleshooting on your device when you have the available time. If you have any questions for us or if you would like any further assistance afterwards, feel free to reach out to Samsung Support afterwards. Thank you for being a trustworthy Samsung customer. - Debra Samsung

Sim card problems

Dennis . 2 months ago

Sim card slot did not work so I had to call and have a E-sim loaded on the phone.

S21

S21T . 2 months ago

Great operation pictures look amazing

Very pleased

Maple . 3 months ago

Yes, I'd recommend this product.

Excellent, works great service is amazing. Very pleased

Sucks

Givez 0 Fukz . 3 months ago

Slow and doesn't get good signal returning it and canceling service

Certified used phone

Ryan Leavens . 3 months ago

Yes, I'd recommend this product.

I think it's a great used phone! It had no sign of any wear and tear! I'd definitely buy a certified used phone again from Verizon any time! I thank you again for everything all the help and service!

FAQs

Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (Certified Pre-Owned) FAQs

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Mary . Apr 16, 2024

Does it come with a charger

Answer from Verizon Customer Support9 days

It comes with a charging cable. Here's whats in the box: Samsung Galaxy S21 5G Certified Pre-Owned Pre-installed SIM Card Data cable type C to C Quick Reference Guide Terms & Conditions -Joe

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James . Apr 15, 2024

Does it come with an S Pen

Answer from Verizon Customer Support11 days

It does not have an S-Pen. ~Peter

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Snowbyte . Apr 1, 2024

What glass is used? I am clumsy.

Answer from Verizon Customer Support24 days

This device has Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. ~Peter

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Hassan . Mar 3, 2024

Does Samsung Galaxy s21 compatible with the Note 5 SIM card

Answer from Verizon Customer Support1 month

Please contact us for a compatible SIM Card for the Samsung S21. https://www.verizon.com/smartphones/samsung-galaxy-s21-5g-certified-pre-owned/ -Natasha

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Hook head . Feb 22, 2024

Is this have wireless charger

Answer from Verizon Customer Support2 months

The Samsung S21 supports Wireless Induction Charging. -John

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TinyzWife . Feb 20, 2024

Can I use my Spen?

Answer from Verizon Customer Support2 months

You can use your SPen, however. The device does not have an S Pen Slot like the Ultra. Details and specs here: https://www.verizon.com/smartphones/samsung-galaxy-s21-ultra-5g-certified-pre-owned/ ~Maria

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Oblio . Feb 9, 2024

Does it support a SD memory card?

Answer from Verizon Customer Support2 months

The Galaxy S21 series doesn't come with an SD card slot. Details and specs here: https://www.verizon.com/smartphones/samsung-galaxy-s21-fe-5g-certified-pre-owned/ ~Maria

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s21 waterproof . Jan 10, 2024

Is this phone waterproof?

Answer from Samsung3 months

Hey S21, thank you for finding the time out of your bustling day to ask us your question about the Samsung Galaxy S21. The Galaxy S21 is water resistant based on an IP68 rating, which tests submersion in fresh water of 1.5 meters for up to 30 minutes. It is also dust resistant! Let us know if you have any other questions for us by contacting Samsung Support at your leisure. Thank you for being a trustworthy Samsung customer. - Debra

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s21 waterproof . Jan 10, 2024

Is this phone waterproof?

Answer from Verizon Customer Support3 months

The S21 has a water-resistance rating of IP68, which means your phone can be submerged in water for up to 30 minutes at a depth of 1.5 meters. -Lauren

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Certified Pre-Owned

Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (Certified Pre-Owned)

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3.5

Beware of issues.

Pre-owned S21