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Samsung Galaxy S21 5G SD (2021) review

Android OS v11.0
Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
Adreno 660
8 GB / 128 GB
6.2 inches (1080 x 2400 px)
12 + 64 + 12 MP, 4032 x 3024 px, autofocus, optical image stabilization

Samsung announced the launch of the Galaxy S21 5G SD smartphone in 2021. The manufacturer is offering the Samsung Galaxy S21 5G SD phone with 6.2 inches display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset, 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage.

The Samsung Galaxy S21 5G SD comes with Android OS v11.0 out of the box, and a Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable battery. The 6.2 inches phone comes with a high resolution AMOLED display (1080 x 2400 px).

Samsung Galaxy S21 5G SD specifications

BrandSamsung
NameGalaxy S21 5G SD
ModelSM-G991B
Release date2021

Body

The weight of Samsung Galaxy S21 5G SD is about 5.96 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Samsung phone are average (5.97 x 2.8 x 0.31 inches).

Weight5.96 oz
Dimensions5.97 x 2.8 x 0.31 inches
Colorsblue, gray, pink, violet
SIM typeNano SIM

System

The Samsung Galaxy S21 5G SD comes with Android OS v11.0 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.

OS versionAndroid OS v11.0
SoCQualcomm Snapdragon 888
CPUOcta-core, Singe-core 2.84 GHz Cortex-X1, Triple-core 2.42 Ghz Cortex-A78, Quad-core 1.8 Ghz Cortex-A55
GPUAdreno 660

Display

The size of Galaxy S21 5G SD screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 6.2 inches phone comes with AMOLED display. The AMOLED is a display technology and stands for Active Matrix Organic Light Emitting Diodes, it is a type of OLED display and is used in smartphones. The 6.2 inches AMOLED display of Samsung Galaxy S21 5G SD with 1080 x 2400 px resolution is multitouch capable.

Display typeAMOLED
Screen size6.2 inches
Resolution1080 x 2400 px
Multitouch supportyes

Memory

The internal memory of Samsung Galaxy S21 5G SD (8 GB) cannot be expanded.

RAM8 GB
Internal storage128 GB
Memory card slotno

Camera

The camera of the Galaxy S21 5G SD is equipped with autofocus. 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. The main camera of Galaxy S21 5G SD has optical image stabilization (OIS) to counteract camera shake. Optical image stabilization is a must for anyone shooting without a tripod with a long lens or in low light conditions.

Selfie camera10 MP
Main camera12 + 64 + 12 MP, 4032 x 3024 px, autofocus, optical image stabilization
FlashLED

Connectivity

The Samsung Galaxy S21 5G SD supports the latest 5G network technology. 5G is the fifth generation of cellular technology. It is designed to increase speed, reduce latency, and improve flexibility of wireless services. 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 Galaxy S21 5G SD comes with NFC (Near Field Communication) functionality. Near Field Communication (NFC) is a short-range wireless connectivity technology that makes life easier and more convenient for consumers around the world by making it simpler to make transactions, exchange digital content, and connect electronic devices with a touch. The Galaxy S21 5G SD 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 / 4G / 5G
Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetoothv5.0, A2DP
GPSA-GPS, GLONASS
NFCyes
FM radioyes
USBUSB Type-C
Headphoneno

Battery

The Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a thin, light-weight, rechargeable battery. No periodic discharge is needed and charging can be done at random. The battery of Galaxy S21 5G SD isn't removable without voiding the warranty.

TypeLi-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable

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 Galaxy S21 5G SD phone has a fingerprint scanner. This sensor identifies and authenticates the fingerprints of an individual in order to grant or deny access to a smartphone. This Samsung phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The Galaxy S21 5G SD phone comes with a compass sensor. A compass sensor is a device that provides accurate directions in relation to the earth's North and South magnetic poles. The Dual SIM capability of Samsung Galaxy S21 5G SD 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. The Galaxy S21 5G SD is a safe and durable IP68 dustproof and waterproof smartphone built for outdoor usage. This smartphone supports fast charging technology, which comes in handy when you need quick juice on your device. The Galaxy S21 5G SD comes with wireless charging. Wireless charging uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects through electromagnetic induction.

Sensorsaccelerometer, barometer, compass, fingerprint, geomagnetic, gyroscope, hall, light, proximity
SpecialsCertified IP68 dustproof and waterproof, Corning Gorilla Glass 6, Dual SIM, Fast charging, Wireless charging

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 Samsung Galaxy S21 5G SD, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

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