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Haier G21 (2017) review

Android OS v6.0 (Marshmallow)
Mediatek MT6580
Mali-400 MP2
1 GB / 8 GB
4.5 inches (480 x 854 px)
5 MP, 2592 x 1944 px

Haier announced the launch of the G21 smartphone in 2017. The manufacturer is offering the Haier G21 phone with 4.5 inches display, Mediatek MT6580 chipset, 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of internal storage.

The Haier G21 comes with Android OS v6.0 (Marshmallow) out of the box, and a Li-Ion 1700 mAh battery. The 4.5 inches phone comes with a TFT display (480 x 854 px).

Haier G21 specifications

BrandHaier
NameG21
ModelG21
Release date2017

Body

The weight of Haier G21 is about 5.08 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Haier phone are average (5.2 x 2.68 x 0.35 inches).

Weight5.08 oz
Dimensions5.2 x 2.68 x 0.35 inches
Colorsblack, blue
SIM typeMicro SIM, Mini SIM

System

The Haier G21 comes with Android OS v6.0 (Marshmallow) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open-source software. We use AnTuTu app to measure general processing performance. AnTuTu Benchmark is the most popular benchmark app for Android phones.

OS versionAndroid OS v6.0 (Marshmallow)
SoCMediatek MT6580
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-400 MP2
PerformanceAnTuTu v9: 31968

Display

The size of G21 screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 4.5 inches phone comes with TFT display. A thin-film transistor (TFT) is a type of field-effect transistor that is usually used in a liquid crystal display (LCD). This type of display features a thin-film transistor for each individual pixel. The 4.5 inches TFT display of Haier G21 with 480 x 854 px resolution is multitouch capable.

Display typeTFT
Screen size4.5 inches
Resolution480 x 854 px
Multitouch supportyes

Memory

The internal memory of Haier G21 (1 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (8 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.

RAM1 GB
Internal storage8 GB
Memory card slotmicroSD

Camera

The camera of the G21 has no autofocus capability (fixed-focus). An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus.

Selfie camera2 MP
Main camera5 MP, 2592 x 1944 px
FlashLED

Connectivity

The Haier G21 supports 2G and 3G networks only. 3G is obsolete now, because most phones can use 4G and 5G networks. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The G21 phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.

GSM 2G bands850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
Network coverage2G / 3G
Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetoothv4.0, A2DP
GPSA-GPS
NFCno
FM radioyes
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Headphone3.5 mm jack

Battery

The Li-Ion 1700 mAh battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The Li-ion is a low maintenance battery which offers high energy, is lightweight and does not require periodic full discharge. The battery of G21 is removable. You can simply buy a new piece from the open market and interchange it easily by yourself.

TypeLi-Ion 1700 mAh

Features

Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. The Dual SIM capability of Haier G21 phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. This smartphone doesn't support fast charging technology.

Sensorsaccelerometer
SpecialsDual SIM

The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Haier G21, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

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