The Samsung Galaxy S21 has been announced, and we are excited about many key features in the upcoming flagship phone lineup: software features like S Pen support, Snapdragon 888 system-on-chip in the new model hardware details, and faster refresh rates for displays.

So what about the colors of the Galaxy S21?

No need to scoff. The colors that handset makers choose for their handset lineups can put a distinctive stamp on a new handset and help it stand out from rival models. And while the color of a handset may not be the deciding factor in whether or not to upgrade, cell phone shoppers will have to decide which color of the Galaxy S21 they want to get when they buy a new phone.

Here's what you need to know about Samsung Galaxy S21 colors for every model in the lineup.

Let's start with Samsung's updated flagship lineup, the 6.2-inch Galaxy S21 entry-level phone, available in four shades. [Phantom Violet, Phantom Gray, Phantom Pink, and Phantom White. Violet and pink are more vibrant, while gray and white are more traditional colors that go well with a variety of cases. Clear cases would be needed for these two.

The S21 and S21 Plus have similar specs but slightly different colors.

The S21 Plus is available in Phantom Violet, like the standard S20, while the other options are Phantom Silver and Phantom Black. The silver and black models are simple and sophisticated, while the violet is a bold option exclusive to this S21 series lineup.

For many shoppers, the Galaxy S21 Ultra has the fewest color options of the S21 models. Phantom Silver and Phantom Black are two options that are widely available wherever S21 phones are sold.

However, there are a handful of limited color options for customers buying directly from Samsung: Phantom Navy, Phantom Titanium, and Phantom Brown. If you are interested in any of these three, you will need to order the new Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra through Samsung rather than a cell phone company or other third-party retailer.

All three models will be in stores on January 29. Samsung offers one of the better pre-order deals if you have an eligible phone trade-in. Pre-order the Galaxy S21 at Samsung and save up to $700 on your trade-in. After the discount, the Galaxy S21 is priced at just $99. In addition, you can get up to $200 in Samsung credits.