Samsung Galaxy S21 256GB Purple 5G
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The Samsung Galaxy S21 256GB Purple 5G is one of the few smartphones that combines a lot of computing power with a handy size. On the large 256GB storage, you also have enough space for all your apps and your movie and music collection. The device has a 6.2-inch Full HD screen that you can easily operate with one hand. The screen refreshes 120 times per second. This makes animations look smooth during games, for example. Thanks to the powerful Exynos 2100 processor and 8GB RAM, you can use the most demanding apps and 3D games without any problems. With the 12-megapixel standard camera, you can take sharp photos and 8K videos both during the day and in low light. Use the 64-megapixel telephoto lens to zoom in up to 3 times without your photo losing sharpness. The 4000mAh battery lasts a little less than a day with average use. Do you use the device more often? You'll sometimes have to charge it during the day.
Note: Samsung doesn't include a charger. Purchase a separate Samsung 25-watt charger to charge your smartphone at lightning speed.
Size mobile phone | Average | |
Camera quality | Excellent | |
Speed class | Excellent | |
Screen quality | Very good | |
Total storage capacity | 256 GB | |
Year introduced | 2021 | |
Screen size | 6,2 inches |
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Upgrade from an s8 to the s21. Phone is very nice!
Martijn
1 February 2021
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Good camera, no memory card slot
Katherine Arvanitaki
12 February 2021
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I've had the Galaxy S21 5G for about a week now. The switch to Samsung is very nice again, after having had a different brand for 2 years. All functions are incorporated in a menu so that you can quickly use the phone. Because you can set many functions, you can customize the phone to your liking. Think of the night function of your screen, which offers extra comfort for your eyes (the blue tones are limited in the evening). There are so many more functions. I am most pleased with the camera. The "single take" function allows you to get beautiful photos or videos. You film for 10 seconds and the phone then selects the best photos and videos. Within a week I have already had great results with this. The phone works quickly and is easy to operate and is also easy to use for my work. A small disadvantage: due to the powerful fast processor and the beautiful fast screen, the battery runs out quickly. I sometimes find it difficult to get through the day if I also use my phone a lot for work, but just briefly on the charger and you can go again for a while. I am also very pleased with the design of the phone. You have a phone that everyone recognizes with the camera that is processed to the edge. This gives you a phone with a new look that other people are talking about (nice to brag about having the latest Samsung!) I recommend this phone to everyone, but would you like a bigger battery? Then you might want to go for the Galaxy S21+ 5G.
Stan
6 February 2021
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Product number | 875392 |
Manufacturer code | SM-G991BZVGEUB |
Brand | Samsung |
Warranty | 2 years |
Processing of your defect | Carry-in warranty |
Mobile phone type | Smartphone | |
Recommended for use | Gaming, Internet, social media, and light games, Making photos and videos, Watching movies and series | |
Bundle contains | No accessories |
Year introduced | 2021 | |
Introduction month | January | |
Operating system | Android | |
Android One | ||
Android version when introduced | Android 11 | |
Update to Android version possible | Update not possible yet | |
Latest Android version | ||
Expected number of remaining Android updates | 3 | |
Assessment remaining Android updates | Excellent | |
Expected frequency security updates | Every month | |
Expected date of last security update | January 2024 | |
Assessment remaining security updates | Excellent | |
Review update policy | Excellent |
Size mobile phone | Average | |
Height | 15,17 cm | |
Width | 7,12 cm | |
Depth | 0,79 cm | |
Weight | 171 g | |
Color | Purple | |
Water-resistant | ||
IP certification | IP68 | |
Shockproof | ||
Sound reproduction | Stereo | |
MagSafe magnet |
Speed class | Excellent | |
Processor | Samsung Exynos 2100 | |
Clock speed primary processor | 2,9 GHz | |
Number of primary processor cores | Octa-Core (8) | |
Total storage capacity | 256 GB | |
Internal RAM | 8 GB | |
Memory card reader |
SIM free | ||
Dual SIM | ||
Content SIM tray | 2 SIM card slots | |
Samsung region lock |
Camera quality | Excellent | |
Built-in camera | ||
Total number of megapixels | 12 MP | |
Autofocus | ||
Type of autofocus | Phase detection autofocus | |
Video function | ||
Video Recording quality | 8K @ 24 FPS | |
Rear flash | ||
Lens type | Standard | |
Image stabilization type | Optical Image Stabilization | |
Aperture | 1,8 | |
Flash type | Single LED | |
HDR support camera | ||
Type of image sensor | 1/1.7" | |
Second rear camera | ||
Rear camera 2 lens type | Wide-angle | |
Number of megapixels second rear camera | 12 MP | |
Fixed aperture second rear camera | 2,2 | |
Type of image stabilization second rear camera | No image stabilization | |
Autofocus second rear camera | ||
Type of autofocus second rear camera | Phase detection autofocus | |
Optical zoom function second rear camera | ||
Third rear camera | ||
Rear camera 3 lens type | Telephoto lens | |
Number of megapixels third rear camera | 64 MP | |
Fixed aperture third rear camera | 2 | |
Autofocus third rear camera | ||
Type of autofocus third rear camera | Phase detection autofocus | |
Type of image stabilization third rear camera | Optical image stabilization | |
Optical zoom function third rear camera | ||
Optical zoom third rear camera | 3 | |
Fourth rear camera | ||
Fifth camera on the back |
Front Camera | ||
Front camera type | In screen | |
Number of megapixels front camera | 10 MP | |
Fixed aperture front camera | 2,2 | |
Type of image stabilization front camera | No image stabilization | |
Front flash | ||
Second front camera |
Screen size | 6,2 inches | |
Screen-to-body ratio | 87,1 % | |
Screen quality | Very good | |
Foldable | ||
Refresh rate | 120 Hz | |
Resolution height | 2400 pixels | |
Resolution width | 1080 pixels | |
Pixel density | 421 ppi | |
Notification LED | ||
Touchscreen | ||
Sharpness | Full HD (1080p) | |
Screen type | Dynamic AMOLED | |
Scratch resistant | ||
Gorilla Glass | ||
Gorilla Glass Type | Gorilla Glass 7 | |
HDR support | ||
Type of HDR | HDR10+ |
Battery/battery capacity | 4000 mAh | |
Quick charge functionality | ||
Fast charge type | Power Delivery 3.0, Samsung Super Fast Charging | |
Power wired fast charging | 25 W | |
Wireless charging | ||
Power wireless fast charging | 15 W | |
Charge other devices wirelessly | ||
Capacity to charge other devices wirelessly | 15 W | |
Replaceable battery |
Internet connection options | 4G and 5G | |
Built-in WiFi | ||
WiFi standards | Wireless A, Wireless AC, Wireless AX, Wireless B, Wireless G, Wireless N | |
Bluetooth | ||
Bluetooth version | 5.0 | |
NFC | ||
Headphone jack | ||
USB port | ||
Type of USB port | USB-C | |
Lightning connector | ||
Suitable for Samsung DeX |
Fingerprint identity sensor | ||
Placement fingerprint sensor | Under the screen | |
Facial recognition | ||
Accelerometer | ||
Light sensor | ||
Compass | ||
Pedometer | ||
GPS sensor |
