For Southeast Asian merchants looking to sell on Alibaba.com, understanding Samsung battery compatibility is the foundation of successful B2B exports. Samsung phones use model-specific battery codes, and mismatched batteries can lead to customer complaints, returns, and reputational damage on the platform.
Samsung battery model numbers follow a consistent pattern: EB-B + Model Code + ABY (e.g., EB-BG990ABY for Galaxy S21, EB-BG991ABY for S21+). The middle section indicates the phone model compatibility. This coding system helps B2B buyers quickly identify which batteries fit which devices.
Samsung Battery Model Compatibility Reference (2023-2026 Flagship Models)
| Samsung Phone Model | Battery Code | Capacity (mAh) | Compatible Series | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxy S23 | EB-BS911ABY | 3,900 | S23 Series | Standard S23 model |
| Galaxy S23+ | EB-BS916ABY | 4,700 | S23 Series | Plus variant |
| Galaxy S23 Ultra | EB-BS918ABY | 5,000 | S23 Series | Ultra with S-Pen |
| Galaxy S22 | EB-BS901ABY | 3,700 | S22 Series | Standard S22 model |
| Galaxy S22+ | EB-BS906ABY | 4,500 | S22 Series | Plus variant |
| Galaxy S22 Ultra | EB-BS908ABY | 5,000 | S22 Series | Ultra with S-Pen |
| Galaxy S21 | EB-BG990ABY | 4,000 | S21 Series | Standard S21 5G |
| Galaxy S21+ | EB-BG991ABY | 4,800 | S21 Series | Plus variant |
| Galaxy S21 Ultra | EB-BG998ABY | 5,000 | S21 Series | Ultra variant |
| Galaxy A54 | EB-BA546ABY | 5,000 | A Series | Mid-range popular model |
| Galaxy A34 | EB-BA346ABY | 5,000 | A Series | Mid-range variant |
Critical Compatibility Considerations for B2B Exporters:
- Same series, different models: Even within the same series (e.g., S23, S23+, S23 Ultra), batteries are NOT interchangeable due to different physical dimensions and connector positions.
- Regional variants: Some Samsung models have different battery codes for different regions (US vs. EU vs. Asia). Verify the target market before ordering.
- Generation gaps: Newer Samsung models often use different battery designs. An S22 battery will NOT fit an S23, despite similar model numbers.
- Aftermarket compatibility: Third-party manufacturers often produce "universal compatible" batteries claiming to fit multiple models. These require careful quality verification.
According to platform data, merchants who provide detailed compatibility charts on their Alibaba.com product listings receive 40% more inquiries and 25% higher conversion rates compared to those with generic descriptions.
Because Samsung doesn't sell it directly to consumers, other third parties take advantage of this to sell it. Most of them sell cheaply, but the quality is bad. Replacing it at Samsung usually comes with a 6-month warranty. [4]
I recently took mine to ubreakifix which is an authorized service center that only uses oem parts. It was about $95. Worth every penny as the battery is back to new. [4]

