The Samsung Galaxy S21 series smartphone has seen strong initial sales in the US and has outperformed its predecessor, the Galaxy S20 series. Now, a new report has revealed that the base Galaxy S21 sales have doubled over the Galaxy S20 within the first six weeks of launch.

As per a CounterpointResearch report, there were various reasons for the latest versions seeing better sales across the different models. This includes the fact that the base model started from a lower price tag of 799 US Dollars and even had strong support from US based carriers. Furthermore, the coronavirus pandemic had also hampered the initial launch phases of the Galaxy S20 series last year, which also helped boost S21 series sales in the following year.

Notably, there was also a change in the model mix and their sales, as per Counterpoint’s US Research Analyst Maurice Klaehne. The researcher noted that “There has been a significant change compared to last year in terms of the model mix, with one-third of S21 Series sales coming from the base model S21. Lower cost coupled with trade-in offers that essentially make the S21 device free, is helping increase demand for these ‘entry-level’ flagships.”

He further added that “Samsung also got the camera configuration on the base model right, giving it three on the rear to match up with the deluxe S21 Plus.” The report also found that most customers did not mind the plastic back, while the lack of a charging brick in the box was only a ‘mild annoyance’ to some customers and was not a deal breaker overall.

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Earlier this week, Samsung Electronics stated that its Galaxy S21 series of flagship smartphones were selling 30 percent higher in comparison to its predecessor, the Galaxy S20, in South Korea.

The South Korea based tech giant made the statement by comparing the sales within the first eleven days of both series’ launch. Furthermore, the base Galaxy S21 accounted for 40 percent of the entire sales within the series, while the Galaxy S21 Ultra accounted for 36 percent. Lastly, the Galaxy S21 Plus accounted for just 24 percent of all sales from the series, as per TheElec report.

The company also stated that the phantom black was the most popular color for the Galaxy S21 Ultra, while the phantom violet color variant was the most popular for the Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S21 Plus. Out of the overall sales, direct purchases accounted for 30 percent of the sales, which was double that for the Galaxy S20. Additionally, 60 percent of all Galaxy S21 series model were bought online in direct purchases.

Similarly, the Galaxy Buds Pro truly wireless earbuds from the company also saw sales that were double that of its predecessor during this period. Samsung added that it expected the demand to spike as well from March to April this year, due to customers that are nearing the end of their two year contracts for their current Galaxy S flagship smartphones. In other words, the current premium grade handset from the popular brand is performing noticeably better in its home market, when compared to its previous iteration.

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In mid-January, Samsung officially announced the Galaxy S21 series consisting of three models. However, these smartphones hit the shelves only later that month. Now, within a few days, the trio has been already discounted in the US by up to $200 along with the Galaxy Z Flip 5G and Galaxy Z Fold2.

For those unaware, Samsung debuted the Galaxy S21 series starting at $799.99 for Galaxy S21, $999.99 for Galaxy S21+, and $1,199.99 for Galaxy S21 Ultra respectively.

The Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S21+ come in two storage configurations and hence, customers opting for the higher storage variant have to spend an extra $50. On the other hand, the Galaxy S21 Ultra comes in three variants. Its mid-variant costs an additional $50 extra but the top-most variant is $130 costlier than the previous version.

However, if you want to buy a Galaxy S21 series device right now, you don’t have to spend the handset’s MSRP. That’s because all three phones have been discounted by popular retailers in the US.

All the storage variants of Galaxy S21 now costs $100 cheaper, whereas those of Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra are discounted by $200.

Similarly, the Galaxy Z Flip 5G and Galaxy Z Fold2 are also discounted by up to $200. In case you do not know, Samsung’s first 5G clamshell foldable smartphone just received its first-ever permanent price cut in the US last week. 

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With the new discount, the Galaxy Z Flip 5G is now more affordable than ever

That said, there’s no telling when these promotions will end. Hence, if you were planning to get any of the above-mentioned phones, then make sure to not miss this deal.

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