5G devices usually use more battery than their predecessors. In addition to the power demand of the modem, newer components’ more advanced components may also be power hungry. People can also use their devices more frequently than before for video streaming, as a 5G connection can make it easier to watch programs and movies on the go.
Manufacturers can only increase the battery capacity of their phones to a certain extent, so it is a must to devise new ways to make their devices more efficient. Samsung explains that the display panel “is one of the most important components that affects the overall power consumption of a smartphone.” Therefore, the equipment of the S21 with a low-power OLED technology can “have a serious impact on the usage time of smartphones.” ‘