Head to head
Galaxy S22 Ultra vs Galaxy S21 Ultra
Full specs side by side — plus the one table nobody else shows you: what each phone actually costs to repair.
At a glance
- Galaxy S22 Ultra is the newer phone (2022 vs 2021).
- Galaxy S21 Ultra is lighter (227 g vs 228 g).
- Galaxy S21 Ultra is cheaper to fix — screen replacement runs $239 vs $269 at our counter.
Specifications
Spec for spec.
| Galaxy S22 Ultra | Galaxy S21 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | 2022-02-25 | 2021-01-29 |
| Display | 6.8" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 3088 x 1440 | 3200 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Chip | Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (US) / Exynos 2200 (intl) | Snapdragon 888 (US) / Exynos 2100 (intl) |
| RAM | 8 / 12GB | 12 / 16GB |
| Storage options | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB |
| Rear cameras | 108MP wide + 12MP ultrawide + 10MP 3x tele + 10MP 10x periscope | 108MP wide + 12MP ultrawide + 10MP 3x tele + 10MP 10x periscope |
| Front camera | 40MP | 40MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | USB-C, 45W wired, 15W wireless | USB-C, 25W wired, 15W wireless |
| Dimensions (mm) | 163.3 x 77.9 x 8.9 | 165.1 x 75.6 x 8.9 |
| Weight | 228 g | 227 g |
| Colors at launch | Phantom Black, Phantom White, Burgundy, Green, Graphite (online), Sky Blue (online), Red (online) | Phantom Black, Phantom Silver, Phantom Titanium (online), Phantom Navy (online), Phantom Brown (online) |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, UWB | 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, UWB |
| OS at launch | Android 12 (One UI 4.1) | Android 11 (One UI 3.1) |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
Specs reflect the US models as published by the manufacturer.
What buyers pick
The configurations people actually choose.
Based on current used-market sales data, updated August 2026.
| Galaxy S22 Ultra | Galaxy S21 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Most-chosen color | Black | Black |
| Most-chosen storage | 128GB | 128GB |
Repair pricing
What each costs to fix.
Real walk-in prices at BK Wireless — every repair backed by a 60-day parts and labor warranty.
| Repair | Galaxy S22 Ultra | Galaxy S21 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Screen replacement | $269 | $239 |
| Battery replacement | $89 | $79 |
FAQ
Galaxy S22 Ultra vs Galaxy S21 Ultra, answered.
Which is newer, the Galaxy S22 Ultra or the Galaxy S21 Ultra?
The Galaxy S22 Ultra is newer — it launched in 2022, while the Galaxy S21 Ultra launched in 2021.
Which has the bigger battery?
They're equal — both carry a 5,000 mAh battery.
Which is cheaper to repair?
Screen replacement is $239 for the Galaxy S21 Ultra and $269 for the Galaxy S22 Ultra at BK Wireless — both with a 60-day parts and labor warranty.
Does BK Wireless repair the Galaxy S22 Ultra and the Galaxy S21 Ultra?
Yes — both. Walk into 1054 Beach 20th Street in Far Rockaway for same-day screen, battery, and charging port repairs on either phone, backed by a 60-day warranty. No appointment needed.
Can I trade in my old phone toward either one?
Yes. Bring your current phone and a photo ID — we test it in front of you and pay cash on the spot, working or broken.
Upgrading to either one?
Get cash for your current phone at 1054 Beach 20th Street — tested in front of you, paid on the spot.
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