Overall Score
64.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#1484)64.1
Performance(#3559)62.5
Camera(#1268)48.7
Display(#1854)79.5
Battery(#1131)63.5
Build(#1606)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy M21s
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy M21s features a sleek design with dimensions of 159.2 x 75.1 x 8.9 mm and a weight of 191 grams, utilizing Gorilla Glass 3 on the front and a plastic back and frame.
- Its 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, delivering vibrant colors at approximately 403 ppi, although it lacks HDR support and refreshes at 60Hz.
- Powered by the Exynos 9611 chipset, the phone performs efficiently with an octa-core CPU and options for 4GB or 6GB of RAM, making multitasking smooth.
- The camera system includes a 64 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide, and a 5 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while the 32 MP front camera captures detailed selfies.
- A robust 6000 mAh battery ensures extended usage, supporting 15W charging but lacking wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 10 with One UI 2.5, the software experience is user-friendly and feature-rich.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and a USB Type-C port, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device also retains a 3.5mm headphone jack for audio needs.
- Available in blue and black, the Galaxy M21s combines solid performance with a reliable camera and impressive battery life.
Specifications
General
Release Date2020, November 06
Announced2020, November 06
DescriptionN/A
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✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
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 Camera64 MP
Main Camera Details64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.72", 0.8µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 12mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm5 MP, f/2.2, (depth)
Front Camera32 MP
Front Camera Details32 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 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
Dimensions159.2 x 75.1 x 8.9 mm (6.27 x 2.96 x 0.35 in)
Weight191 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlue, Black
Foldable✗
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
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 10, One UI 2.5
OS VersionAndroid 10, One UI 2.5
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes