Overall Score
63.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#1534)63.9
Performance(#3530)62.5
Camera(#1526)47.9
Display(#1796)79.5
Battery(#1127)63.5
Build(#1568)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy M21 2021
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 features a sleek design with dimensions of 159 x 75.1 x 9 mm and a weight of 192 grams, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
- Its 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, delivering vibrant colors and sharp images at approximately 403 ppi.
- Powered by the Exynos 9611 chipset, it includes an octa-core CPU and Mali-G72 MP3 GPU, ensuring smooth performance for everyday tasks.
- The camera system consists of a 48 MP wide lens, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and a 5 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- A 20 MP front camera captures high-quality selfies.
- The device is equipped with a substantial 6000 mAh battery, supporting 15W charging for extended usage.
- Running on Android 11 with One UI 3.1 Core, it provides a user-friendly interface and features.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, but it lacks 5G support.
- The phone does not offer wireless charging and has no water resistance rating.
- Available in Charcoal Black and Arctic Blue, it combines functionality with a modern aesthetic.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, July 21
Announced2021, July 21
DescriptionAlso known as Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 Edition
Display
Size6.4"
TypeSuper AMOLED, 420 nits (peak)
Resolution1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetExynos 9611 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-G72 MP3
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera48 MP
Main Camera Details48 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm5 MP, f/2.2, (depth)
Front Camera20 MP
Front Camera Details20 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide)
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@240fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity6000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 6000 mAh
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions159 x 75.1 x 9 mm (6.26 x 2.96 x 0.35 in)
Weight192 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsCharcoal Black, Arctic Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
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
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 11, One UI 3.1 Core
OS VersionAndroid 11, One UI 3.1 Core
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes