Infinix S5
#3626
Samsung Galaxy A21
#3196Category Breakdown
Infinix S5
Samsung Galaxy A21
Performance
67.267.5
Camera
19.119.1
Display
56.556.5
Battery
28.128.1
Build
67.982.9
Connectivity
50.467.3
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
39.643.1
Summary
- The Infinix S5 and Samsung Galaxy A21 both feature a similar IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, but the S5 has a slightly larger 6.6-inch screen compared to the A21's 6.5 inches.
- In terms of performance, the S5 is powered by the Mediatek Helio P22, while the A21 uses the Helio P35, which offers slightly better processing capabilities.
- The S5 has a higher RAM option of 6GB compared to the A21's maximum of 3GB, which may enhance multitasking.
- Camera-wise, the S5 has a 32 MP front camera, outperforming the A21's 13 MP, while both have a 16 MP rear camera.
- Both phones have a 4000 mAh battery, but the A21 supports faster 15W charging.
- In software, the S5 runs on Android 9.0, whereas the A21 comes with Android 10 and Samsung's One UI 2.0, providing a more updated software experience.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Infinix S5
Samsung Galaxy A21
General
Release Date
2019
2020, April 08
Announced
2019, October 15
2020, April 08
Description
N/A
Versions: SM-A215U (USA); SM-A215U1 (USA Unlocked)
Display
Size
6.6"
6.5"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm)
Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm)
CPU
Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU
PowerVR GE8320
PowerVR GE8320
Memory
64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
16 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF5 MP, 14mm (ultrawide)2 MP, (depth)
16 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 Features
Quad-LED flash, panorama, HDR
LED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera
32 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm
13 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
4000 mAh
4000 mAh
Battery Details
4000 mAh, non-removable
Li-Po 4000 mAh
Charging Details
N/A
15W wired
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
164 x 76 x 7.9 mm (6.46 x 2.99 x 0.31 in)
167.8 x 76.7 x 8.1 mm (6.61 x 3.02 x 0.32 in)
Weight
178 g
193 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Colors
Quetzal Cyan, Violet
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
1.27 W/kg (head) 0.60 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP, LE
5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✓
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
USB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 9.0 (Pie)
Android 10, One UI 2.0
Fingerprint
✓
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass