Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
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CAMERA: Good—7.0/10
SIZE: Medium Android
BATTERY: Fair—6.6/10
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE, a midrange-priced phone, released in January 2022, offers a good camera setup including 12MP main, 8MP telephoto, and 12MP ultrawide, catering to most photography needs with the capability to shoot HDR10+ video, though it doesn't stand out in terms of camera quality. It has a large 6.4-inch OLED display with a high refresh rate, making for smooth visuals. The 4500mAh battery supports a respectable battery life. It's powered by the SD888 processor with 6GB of RAM, which should ensure good performance for daily tasks. The phone's back is made of plastic, which may affect durability but also makes it lighter. It has no headphone jack or SD card slot, limiting expandability options. The device supports 5G, wireless charging, and is water and dust resistant, plus it offers features like under-display fingerprint sensing and Wireless DeX for desktop-like functionality. It comes with 128GB of storage, ensuring ample space for apps and media. Give Feedback
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Evaluation
Pros
- Good battery life
- Good overall camera quality
- Bright, high refresh rate display
- 5G capable
- Water resistant
Cons
- No headphone jack
- No SD card slot
- No unlockable bootloader
- Moderate weight
Ratings by Category
Performance:4.2
The Performance rating is based on GeekBench performance benchmark scores, combined with PerfectRec’s assessment of real-life typical use cases.
Overall Camera:4.0
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE takes great selfies, ensuring clear and detailed self-portraits, which is further complemented by a good overall photography software experience that enhances the output quality. The camera also supports a range of features that enhance photo versatility and low light performance, catering to various shooting conditions.
Photos:3.9
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE takes good photos due to its strong selfie camera performance, which is rated highly, and the overall camera system that delivers good results across various aspects including resolution, dynamic range, and low light scenarios. The phone's photography software further enhances the user experience, contributing to its ability to capture appealing images.
Battery Life:3.6
The Battery Life rating is based on overall actual measured battery life during typical usage.
Videos:3.0
The Videos rating is based on PerfectRec’s assessment of a variety of factors including framerate at different resolutions, video stabilization, video dynamic range, video low-light performance, and mic quality, as well as software features, video processing quality, and ease of use.
Full Specs
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Price | $770 | ||
Brand | Samsung | ||
Operating System | Android | ||
Release Date | January 29, 2022 | ||
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Screen Size | 6.4" | ||
Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | ||
Variable refresh rate | No | ||
Pixels Per Inch | 401 | ||
Display Type | OLED | ||
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | SD888 | ||
Internal Storage | 128 GB | ||
RAM | 6 GB | ||
CAMERA | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Overall Camera Quality Score  | 7.1/10 | ||
Photos Score | 6.9/10 | ||
Videos Score | 5.9/10 | ||
Rear Cameras | Main, Ultrawide, Telephoto | ||
Main Camera | 12 megapixels + OIS | ||
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | 6.7 Hours | ||
Battery Capacity | 4500 mAh | ||
Wireless Charging | Yes | ||
Wireless charging Speed | 15 W | ||
Reverse wireless charging | Yes (4.5 watts) | ||
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Size | 6.13" x 2.93" | ||
Weight | 6.24 oz | ||
Back Material | Plastic | ||
Stereo Speakers | No | ||
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dual SIM | Yes | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | ||
A2DP | Yes | ||
WiFi Version | 6 | ||
NFC | Yes | ||
US 5G Bands | (SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave)41, 66, 71, 260, 261 | ||
OTHER FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Biometric unlock | Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under Display | ||
Unlockable Bootloader | No | ||
Color | Graphite, Lavender, Olive, White, Navy Blue | ||
Stock Android | No | ||
SD Card | No | ||
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Tom's Guide
Philip Michaels | March 2022
"The Galaxy S21 FE is a fine addition to Samsung's S21 lineup, retaining the very best features of those flagship phones for a more modest price. This is a solid phone, matching the performance of the top Android flagships from a year ago and delivering photos that hold their own against some of the best camera phones we've tested."
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