Overall Score
39.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#3658)39.4
Performance(#3277)69.3
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#6792)42.1
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#2217)65.8
Connectivity(#2467)62.2
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy A21s
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy A21s features a plastic build with a glass front, measuring 163.7 x 75.3 x 8.9 mm and weighing 192 grams, available in Black, White, Blue, and Red.
- It sports a 6.5-inch PLS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and a 60Hz refresh rate, providing decent visuals but lacking HDR support.
- Powered by the Exynos 850 chipset, the phone offers an octa-core CPU and up to 6GB of RAM, delivering satisfactory performance for everyday tasks.
- The camera system includes a 48 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, a 2 MP macro, and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 13 MP front camera handles selfies.
- A robust 5000 mAh battery supports 15W charging, ensuring extended usage without frequent recharges.
- The device runs on Android 10, upgradeable to Android 12 with One UI 4.1, providing a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The phone features a USB Type-C port and retains a headphone jack for audio.
- Overall, the Galaxy A21s combines a solid design with practical features, making it a reliable choice for users.
Specifications
General
Release Date2020, May 15
Announced2020, May 15
DescriptionVersions: SM-A217F/DS (International); SM-A217M/DS (USA); SM-A217F/DSN (Russia)
Display
Size6.5"
TypePLS LCD
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetExynos 850 (8 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G52
Memory32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 3GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera48 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (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/2.2, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions163.7 x 75.3 x 8.9 mm (6.44 x 2.96 x 0.35 in)
Weight192 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic frame, plastic back
ColorsBlack, White, Blue, Red
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
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, GALILEO, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 10, upgradable to Android 12, One UI 4.1
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass