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Samsung Galaxy A21#3196

Released: 2020, April 08

Samsung Galaxy A21

Overall Score

43.1

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3196)43.1
Performance(#3460)67.5
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#3439)28.1
Build(#552)82.9
Connectivity(#1886)67.3
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy A21

Samsung Galaxy A20s|Huawei Y9 Prime 2019|Motorola Moto G8 Play|Gionee S12|Htc Wildfire E3|Nokia C5 Endi|Vivo V15|Xiaomi Redmi Note 7|Sony Xperia Xa1 Ultra|Xiaomi Redmi Note 7s|Alcatel 3v 2019|Sony Xperia Xa1 Plus|Infinix S5 Lite|Energizer Hardcase H550s|Infinix S5|Motorola Moto E20

Short Review

  • The Samsung Galaxy A21 features a plastic build with a glass front, measuring 167.8 x 76.7 x 8.1 mm and weighing 193 grams.
  • It has a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 270 ppi and a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
  • Powered by the Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 chipset, it includes an octa-core CPU and 3GB of RAM, delivering adequate performance for everyday tasks.
  • The rear camera setup consists of a 16 MP wide lens, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, a 2 MP macro lens, and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording video at 1080p.
  • A 13 MP front camera is available for selfies.
  • The device is equipped with a 4000 mAh battery that supports 15W charging but lacks wireless charging capabilities.
  • It runs on Android 10 with One UI 2.0, offering a user-friendly interface.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
  • The phone includes a USB Type-C port and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
  • Overall, the Galaxy A21 is a functional device with essential features for daily use.

Specifications

General

Release Date2020, April 08
Announced2020, April 08
DescriptionVersions: SM-A215U (USA); SM-A215U1 (USA Unlocked)

Display

Size6.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.35 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUPowerVR GE8320
Memory32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera16 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera13 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions167.8 x 76.7 x 8.1 mm (6.61 x 3.02 x 0.32 in)
Weight193 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SAR1.27 W/kg (head)     0.60 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 10, One UI 2.0
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass