Overall Score
57.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#3949)57.3
Performance(#4843)60.3
Camera(#3064)43.3
Display(#5563)70.5
Battery(#11207)43.5
Build(#1605)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy A21
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
Peak BrightnessN/A
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
Main Camera Details16 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)
Front Camera13 MP
Front Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
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
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
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
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 10, One UI 2.0
OS VersionAndroid 10, One UI 2.0
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes