Samsung Galaxy A21
#3196
Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra
#3215Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy A21
Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra
Performance
67.566.7
Camera
19.145.5
Display
56.558.9
Battery
28.122.7
Build
82.973.8
Connectivity
67.365.1
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
43.142.9
Summary
- The Samsung Galaxy A21 features a larger 6.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, while the Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra has a 6.0-inch display with a higher resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, resulting in better pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the A21 is powered by a Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 chipset, whereas the XA1 Ultra uses the slightly older Helio P20, with both offering 32GB of storage but differing in RAM options.
- The A21's camera setup includes a 16 MP main sensor, while the XA1 Ultra boasts a 23 MP rear camera, providing superior image quality.
- Battery capacity is another differentiator, with the A21 housing a 4000 mAh battery compared to the XA1 Ultra's 2700 mAh, leading to longer usage times.
- Software-wise, the A21 runs Android 10 with One UI 2.0, while the XA1 Ultra originally shipped with Android 7.0, upgradable to Android 8.0.
- Build quality is comparable, with both devices featuring glass fronts and plastic backs, but the XA1 Ultra includes Gorilla Glass 4 for added durability.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung Galaxy A21
Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra
General
Release Date
2020, April 08
2017
Announced
2020, April 08
2017
Description
Versions: SM-A215U (USA); SM-A215U1 (USA Unlocked)
Also known as Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra Dual with dual-SIM card slots
Display
Size
6.5"
6"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~367 ppi density)
PPI
720
1080
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Corning Gorilla Glass 4
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm)
Mediatek MT6757 Helio P20 (16 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
Octa-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU
PowerVR GE8320
Mali-T880MP2
Memory
32GB 3GB RAM
32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
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)
23 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/2.3", PDAF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, panorama, HDR
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
13 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm
16 MP, f/2.0, 23mm (wide), 1/2.6", OIS, AF
Front Camera Features
N/A
LED flash
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps, stereo sound rec., HDR
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
4000 mAh
2700 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 4000 mAh
Li-Ion 2700 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
15W wired
10W wired
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
167.8 x 76.7 x 8.1 mm (6.61 x 3.02 x 0.32 in)
165 x 79 x 8.1 mm (6.50 x 3.11 x 0.32 in)
Weight
193 g
188 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), plastic back, aluminum/plastic frame
Colors
Black
White, Black, Gold, Pink
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.27 W/kg (head) 0.60 W/kg (body)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM (G3221, G3223)Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (G3212, G3226)
Network
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP, LE
4.2, A2DP, aptX, LE
NFC
✓
✓
USB
USB Type-C 2.0
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
GPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 10, One UI 2.0
Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
Fingerprint
✓
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass