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Galaxy S21 vs Galaxy S21 FE: Compare Cell Phones from the Same Samsung Line | Cell

THE Galaxy S21 FE arrived in the Brazilian market for R$ 4,499 with the savings proposal when purchasing a product from the S line, the most powerful in the Samsung. The launch of the brand can bring even more doubts to those looking for a smartphone. On account of this, the TechTudo brings a comparison between the new model and the Galaxy S21, 2021. Check the details of each one in the lines below.

The newly announced model updates the Fan Edition series, which brings the technical specifications most praised by S-line users. Its price has not yet dropped. already the Galaxy S21 landed for BRL 5,999 and currently costs R$ 4,999 on Amazon, a drop of R$ 1,000 in just under a year.

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Galaxy S21 landed in Brazil in 2021 — Photo: Disclosure/Samsung

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The screen size is one of the main differences between cell phones. In the traditional S21, the display is 6.2 inches, while the Fan Edition has larger proportions of 6.4 inches. However, the panel type and resolution they are the same: 2X Dynamic AMOLED e 2400 x 1080 pixels.

With the mentioned specs, the phones should deliver a display with optimized brightness as well as Full HD+ displays for users. Another common aspect is the 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, which ensures fluid movements for the screen and can optimize the gaming experience.

The composition of the S21 and S21 FE is coated with Gorilla Glass Victus on the front and polycarbonate – a subtype of plastic – on the back. It is worth remembering that the modelsos Galaxy S21 Plus e Galaxy S21 Ultra bring back cover in glass.

Both are water and dust certified by the IP68 and fingerprint reader under the screen.

the design of Galaxy S21 FE naturally repeats the recipe from S21. That is, both deliver an interference-free screen, with only a notch for the front lens, and a reshaped rear. On the S21, the camera module houses the lenses inside an aluminum frame that can blend in with the rest of the trim as they are largely the same color. On the S21 FE, the photographic set is in high relief on the back cover itself.

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Galaxy S21 FE and Galaxy S21 have plastic back — Photo: Playback/Samsung

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The cameras have significant differences, despite both having three lenses. THE Galaxy S21 has the following provision:

  • Principal de 12 MP (f/1.8)
  • Ultra wide de 12 MP (f / 2.2)
  • 64 MP telephoto (f/2.0)
  • Front MP 10 MP (f / 2.2)

The S21 FE camera set is distributed as follows:

  • Principal de 12 MP (f/1.8)
  • Ultra wide de 12 MP (f / 2.0)
  • 8MP telephoto (f/2.4)
  • 32 MP front camera (f/2.2)

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Galaxy S21 FE: triple camera up to 12 MP — Photo: Disclosure / Samsung

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In the 2022 model, the telephoto camera leaves the 64 MP aside to make room for a sensor of only 8 MP. The rest remains the same, except for the front camera, which is upgraded from 10 MP to 32 MP.

Therefore, those looking for quality in selfies or video calls may be interested in the S21 FE. Those who prioritize quality photos taken at long distances should prefer the conventional S21.

In terms of resources, the two should guarantee similar tools. They can capture photos with a wider angle, 120º, but also ensure capture of distant objects or landscapes without losing so much quality. In the last aspect, however, the S21 should stand out for its 64 MP sensor.

The tools provided by the S21 and S21 FE are similar. They feature Zoom Lock, a technology responsible for reducing shake while zooming in on an image. In addition, Space Zoom also allows phones to combine optical and digital tools to deliver up to 30x zoom.

Videos are recorded in 8K at 24fps on the Galaxy S21 and in 4K at 60 fps in the FE version, a difference that can be significant for those who like to record movies in very high resolution or work with audiovisual. However, the S21 FE brings optical image stabilizer (OIS), which should prevent traces left on recorded images. The S21, in turn, only has a digital stabilizer (EIS).

performance and storage

The Exynos 2100 chip is a common component to both devices. The in-house processor Samsung is an octa-core clocked up to 2.9 GHz that promises 6.35% more efficient performance than the previous generation. Despite the proposal of efficiency comparable to market competitors, this option may not please all consumers, as some prefer processors ofin Qualcomm.

THE Galaxy S20 FE is an example of a device that brought options with Exynos and Snapdragon and consolidated the preference of some users for the second chip. The S21 FE also hits the global market with two options – Exynos 2100 and Snapdragon 888 –, but only the first version is on sale in Brazil.

The consumer does not have much choice when it comes to storage, as both models are only offered with 128 GB. Here there is an important disadvantage shared by both phones: the absence of a microSD memory card slot.

THE Galaxy S21 has 8 GB of RAM, while the Galaxy S21 FE is limited to 6GB.

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Galaxy S21 FE has 128 GB storage and does not reserve space for a microSD card — Photo: Rubens Achilles/TechTudo

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THE Galaxy S21 FE arrives with a 4,500 mAh battery and delivers a slightly higher charge capacity than the 2021 device, with 4,000 mAh. For comparison purposes, it is possible to mention that the first device must guarantee up to 79 hours of audio playback, while the second can provide 68 hours, according to the manufacturer. In general, both should provide autonomy for a day of use.

Their charging power is 25W wired and 15W wireless. Wireless PowerShare technology allows both to transfer energy to other devices without relying on wires.

It is important to highlight that the Samsung no longer includes the charger in the device box, as it happens with products from Apple. Some customers are eligible for home delivery a free charger.

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Galaxy S21 features a 4,000 mAh battery and supports 25W fast charging — Photo: Disclosure/Samsung

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While the Galaxy S21 leaves the factory with Android 11, the S21 FE brings the Android 12 in native settings. The interface of the first model is One UI in version 3.1, while the newly released one already presents the update to the version 4.0.

Despite the difference, the Samsung already confirmed for January 2022 the S21 update so that it matches the S21 FE. The company’s plans consist of guaranteeing longer support time for cell phones, with updates for up to four years.

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Galaxy S21 FE runs One UI 4.0 — Photo: Disclosure / Samsung

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In addition to a redesigned graphical interface, phones with Android 12 also now offer features such as scrollable screenshots and extra dark mode. Privacy settings are also reinforced and now show when an app makes use of cameras and microphones, in addition to delivering detailed reports of data usage across platforms.

To Internet 5G is a common feature in both devices and should offer greater speed than the network LTE currently offered in Brazil. They also mark connectivity NFC, which enables approximation payments without the need for a card nearby, and facial recognition, an alternative to the on-screen fingerprint reader.

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Galaxy S21 FE brings NFC support and 5G internet — Photo: Disclosure / Samsung

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It is worth noting that both leave aside the traditional P2 input for headphones. Consumers will therefore need headphones compatible with USB-C. The Wi-Fi connection on the S21 is available on 2.4 and 5 GHz networks, while the S21 FE expands the possibility of use thanks to the support for Wi-Fi 6. Bluetooth follows this logic and guarantees version 5.0 in the traditional model, while the newer model features version 5.2, which is slightly faster.

THE Galaxy S21 were released globally in January 2021, but arrived in Brazil in February for R$ 5,999. currently can be found for R$ 4,999 on Amazon, a drop of BRL 1,000 after one year of the announcement. already the Galaxy S21 FE, announced this month, is currently costing R$4,999. The expectation is that the value will fall over time, as is usually the case with all smartphones. Android.

Galaxy S21 vs Galaxy S21 FE

Specification Galaxy S21 Galaxy S21 FE
Launch January 2021 January 2022
launch price R$ 5.999 R$ 4.499
Current price R$ 4.999 (Amazon) R$ 4.499
Screen 6.2 inches 6.4 inches
screen resolution Full HD+ Full HD+
Processor Exynos 2100 Exynos 2100
RAM memory 8 GB 6 GB
Storage 128 GB 128 GB
Memory card no support no support
main camera triple, 64, 12 and 12 MP triple, 12, 12 and 8 MP
selfie camera 10 MP 32 MP
Operational system Android 11 Android 12
Drums 4.000 mAh 4.500 mAh
Dimensions and weight 151,7 x 71,2 x 71,9 mm; 171g 155,7 x 74,5 x 7,9 mm; 177 g
Cores violet, grey, white and pink green, violet, white or black

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