Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
2022Support ended
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Pros and Cons
Strengths and weaknesses at a glance.
Why choose
- Excellent display
- Lightweight
- True optical zoom
- IP68 durability
- Powerful processor
- Good software support
What to consider
- Plastic body
- Slow charging
- No memory card slot
- Battery endurance
- No headphone jack
Detailed Technical Info
Hardware and features in detail.
- Screen size
- 6.4"
- Resolution
- 1080 x 2340
- Display type
- Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Refresh rate
- 120Hz
- Max brightness
- 1200 nits (peak)
- Screen protection
- Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
Display
- Screen size
- 6.4"
- Resolution
- 1080 x 2340
- Display type
- Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Refresh rate
- 120Hz
- Max brightness
- 1200 nits (peak)
- Screen protection
- Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
Performance
- Processor
- Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm) - Version 1Exynos 2100 (5 nm) - Version 2
- CPU cores
- Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) - Version 1Octa-core (1x2.9 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.80 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A55) - Version 2
- GPU
- Adreno 660 - Version 1Mali-G78 MP14 - Version 2
- RAM
- 6GB
- AnTuTu score
- 566529 (v8)
Camera
- Main camera
- 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.76", 1.8µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
- Ultra-wide
- 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚
- Telephoto
- 8 MP, f/2.4, 76mm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom
- Front camera
- 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm
- Video
- 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR10+, gyro-EIS
Battery
- Capacity
- 4500 mAh
- Charging speed
- 25W wired, PD3.0, 50% in 30 min
- Wireless charging
- Yes (15W)
- Battery life
- Up to 13 hours web browsing
Connectivity
- 5G
- Yes
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
- Bluetooth
- 5.0, A2DP, LE
- NFC
- Yes
- USB
- USB Type-C, OTG
Body & Dimensions
- Dimensions
- 155.7 x 74.5 x 7.9 mm
- Weight
- 177 g
- Materials
- Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), plastic back, aluminum frame
- Water resistance
- IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Condition Classes
All devices are fully tested and working.
Excellent (A+)
from 196,3 €
The screen and body are free of scratches. Battery health at least 90%. The device looks like new.
Very Good (A)
from 195,3 €
In very good condition. Minimal signs of use.
Good (B)
from 171 €
May have a few micro-scratches on the screen or frame. Battery 85-90%. Fully tested.
Above Average (C+)
from 145,7 €
Visible scratches on the body or screen. Possible signs of wear on the corners. Battery at least 80%.
Acceptable (C)
from 133,6 €
Clearly visible signs of use. Best price.
Model characteristics
Common issues that may occur with Samsung Galaxy S21 FE.
Ghost touch
ModerateSoftware or hardware defect in the display panel.
Overheating
MinorHigh power consumption of the Snapdragon 888 processor.
Battery degradation
ModerateNatural chemical wear.
Back panel peeling
MinorAdhesive fatigue due to heat or moisture.
Repairs and Parts4/10 iFixit
Battery Replacement
The battery is strongly glued and requires a heat gun for replacement.
Screen Replacement
Screen replacement requires removing almost all components.
Charging Port Repair
The charging port is on a separate daughterboard, making replacement easier.
Spare parts are widely available, both original and third-party.
Environmental Impact
Buying a used device saves valuable resources.
CO₂ Saved
52 kg CO2e
Water Saved
11500 liters
E-Waste Avoided
177 grams
Reused
88%
Recycled
12%
Methodology: Fraunhofer Institute / Refurbed.com calculation model (2025)
Who Is This For?
This device is especially well-suited for these users.
Budget-conscious student
Needs a phone that looks good, takes good social media photos, and is affordable.
- Good selfie camera
- Smooth 120Hz display for gaming
- Affordable price on the secondary market
Work phone user
Needs a reliable device for emails and calls that isn't too heavy.
- Lightweight
- Samsung Knox security
- DeX support (wired/wireless)
Elderly user
Needs a clear display and a simple user interface without too much complexity.
- Large and bright display
- Samsung's 'Easy Mode' support
- Long software lifespan
Network Compatibility
Supported frequencies and carriers.
FinlandYour country
Estonia
Latvia
Lithuania
Supports all frequency bands in the Baltics and Finland.
Comparisons With Other Models
How this model differs from the competition.
The S23 FE offers better build quality (glass) and a more powerful processor, but the S21 FE is lighter and more comfortable to hold. If the budget is limited, the S21 FE is still very capable.
| Feature | Galaxy S21 FE | Galaxy S23 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 177g | 209g |
| Processor | Snapdragon 888 | Exynos 2200 |
| Back panel | Plastic | Glass |
The Pixel 7a wins in photo quality and software purity, but Samsung has a better 120Hz display and 3x optical zoom, which the Pixel lacks.
| Feature | Galaxy S21 FE | Pixel 7a |
|---|---|---|
| Display refresh rate | 120Hz | 90Hz |
| Optical zoom | 3x | None |
| Software support | Until 2027 | Until 2028 |
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