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Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G

8.1/ 10

Updated May 2026

Available
  • Network
    5G
  • Display
  • Camera
  • Memory
    256 GB
  • Battery
    4000 Lithium polymer
  • OS

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The Samsung Galaxy S21 is a series of high-end Android-based smartphones developed, marketed, and manufactured by Samsung Electronics as part of its flagship Galaxy S series. They collectively serve as the successor to the Galaxy S20 series. The first three smartphones were unveiled at Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event on January 14, 2021, while the Galaxy S21 FE was unveiled at Samsung's CES on January 4, 2022. The first three phones were released in the United States and Europe on January 29, 2021, while the Fan Edition was released globally on January 7, 2022.

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Key specifications

RAM8 GB RAM
Storage128/256 GB UFS 3.1
Selfie camera10 MP, f/2.2, 26 mm (wide), 1/3.24", 1.22 μm, Dual Pixel PDAF
Battery4000 Lithium polymer
ChargingUSB PD: 25W (PPS), 15W (non-PPS) / 15 W QI wireless / 4.5 W Reverse wireless
Weight169 g
Dimensions151.7xx71.2xx7.9

Design and display

The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G features a modern display measuring 151.7xx71.2xx7.9. The handset weighs 169 g and is built in a Slate form factor.

Performance

Powering the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G is the an octa-core system-on-chip. CPU configuration: Exynos: Octa-core (1x2.9 GHz Cortex-X1, 3x2.80 GHz Cortex-A78 and 4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A55) / Snapdragon: Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz, 3x2.42 GHz and 4x1.80 GHz) Kryo 680. Graphics are handled by Exynos: Mali-G78 MP14 / Snapdragon: Adreno 660. It ships with 8 GB RAM of RAM. Storage options: 128/256 GB UFS 3.1.

Camera

Front-facing camera: 10 MP, f/2.2, 26 mm (wide), 1/3.24", 1.22 μm, Dual Pixel PDAF.

Battery and charging

The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G packs a 4000 Lithium polymer battery. Charging support: USB PD: 25W (PPS), 15W (non-PPS) / 15 W QI wireless / 4.5 W Reverse wireless.

Connectivity

Network support: 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G. Connectivity options include Bluetooth 5.2 / Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax(Wi-Fi 6E: S21 Ultra). SIM configuration: nanoSIM, eSIM / Single SIM or Hybrid Dual SIM in dual stand-by.

Rating breakdown

Editorial scores per criterion (out of 10).

features
9.0
performance
8.0
connectivity
9.0
display
7.0
design
8.0
camera
9.0
battery
7.0

Full specifications

NETWORK
Technology2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
LAUNCH
StatusAvailable. Released 2022
BODY
Dimensions151.7xx71.2xx7.9
Weight169 g
SIMnanoSIM, eSIM / Single SIM or Hybrid Dual SIM in dual stand-by
BuildSlate
PLATFORM
CPUExynos: Octa-core (1x2.9 GHz Cortex-X1, 3x2.80 GHz Cortex-A78 and 4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A55) / Snapdragon: Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz, 3x2.42 GHz and 4x1.80 GHz) Kryo 680
GPUExynos: Mali-G78 MP14 / Snapdragon: Adreno 660
MEMORY
Card slotNone
Internal128/256 GB UFS 3.1
SELFIE CAMERA
Single10 MP, f/2.2, 26 mm (wide), 1/3.24", 1.22 μm, Dual Pixel PDAF
SOUND
LoudspeakerDolby Atmos stereo speakers tuned by AKG
3.5mm jackNo
COMMS
WLANBluetooth 5.2 / Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax(Wi-Fi 6E: S21 Ultra)
Bluetooth5.x, A2DP, LE
GPSYes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
USBUSB Type-C
NFCYes
FEATURES
SensorsFingerprint, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
BATTERY
ChargingUSB PD: 25W (PPS), 15W (non-PPS) / 15 W QI wireless / 4.5 W Reverse wireless
Battery Type4000 Lithium polymer

Questions about this phone

Does the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G support 5G?
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G supports 5G networks.
What is AppsApk's rating for the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G?
AppsApk's editorial team rates the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G at 8.1 out of 10 based on design, display, battery, camera, features, connectivity, and performance.