Samsung Galaxy S21 5G

89 reviews

Nov, 2024

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screen (18)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 89 reviews of Samsung Galaxy S21 5G. The average rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Cell phones for all reviews. Reviewers really like the screen and camera. The performance and design are also appreciated, whereas some have doubts about the sound.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Cell phones the Samsung Galaxy S21 5G is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 91/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : James Peckham (techradar.com)

Samsung Galaxy S21 review

The Galaxy S21 isn't the premium, top-end handset in Samsung's 2021 lineup, but it's still a phenomenal smartphone that does a lot right.

Fantastic, versatile camera Cheaper than the Galaxy S20 Powerful and capable phone

No microSD support Screen isn’t the best No charger in the box

The Galaxy S21 isn’t the star of Samsung’s S series in 2021, like we’ve been used to for most of the past decade, but it’s a solid smartphone choice with an impressive camera, powerful internals and great battery life. If you want the best of the best,...

Jul, 2021

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Expert review by : Yasmine Crossland (t3.com)

Samsung Galaxy S21 5G review: the best Android phone for most people in 2021

The Samsung Galaxy S21 5G is still a winner more than six months on from its launch

Powerful performance ; 120Hz display ; Impressive camera system

Plastic design ; No MicroSD card slot ; Wall charger not included in the box

Although not the most impressive phone from the S21 series, the Samsung Galaxy S21 5G will definitely appeal to the most people. This is a phone that combines a palatable price tag with higher-end specs like a 120Hz refresh rate and powerful CPU as...

Jul, 2021

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Expert review by : What Hi-Fi? (whathifi.com)

Samsung Galaxy S21 review

Samsung makes a few tweaks to its winning formula

Rich, smooth display ; Solid battery life ; Superb all-round camera

No microSD slot, earbuds or charger ; Sony rival sounds better

The S21 gives here and takes there, but ultimately strengthens the Galaxy reputation

Jan, 2021

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Expert review by : Matt Swider (techradar.com)

Hands on: Samsung Galaxy S21 review

You don't have to wait for the Galaxy S21, and you don't have to pay a lot of money for it either. Here's our take on Samsung's latest flagship smartphone.

Affordable for a Samsung flagship New camera software

No microSD card slot Misses some Ultra perks

The Galaxy S21 is Samsung’s MVP for 2021 – its most value-driven phone. It has a large 6.2-inch display, new camera software and the latest chipset specs among Android phones. It does dial down the resolution, replaces the glass back with...

Jan, 2021

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Expert review by : Chris Hall (pocket-lint.com)

Samsung Galaxy S21 review: A little bit of history repeating

Samsung's "regular" phone has a lot to offer.

Distinctive design ; Waterproofing ; Great display ; Smooth and powerful performance ; Decent battery life

No microSD card slot ; Camera performance could be better ; Easily undercut by the S20 FE

There's a lift in design for the Galaxy S21, resulting in a phone that looks fresh and exciting, and a great display, offering adaptive refresh rates. While there's plenty of power - and a flagship performance - the camera doesn't reach the highs that...

Jan, 2021

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Expert review by : Andrew Williams (stuff.tv)

Samsung Galaxy S21 review

Plastic passion is great to handle

It’s as stylish as phones come ; Great cameras ; Pocket-friendly size

Relatively short battery life ; It back is plastic, not glass

The Galaxy S21 is one of the most striking phones money can buy, and the price won’t knock you out. Just don’t expect 2-day battery life.

Mar, 2021

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Expert review by : Alex Walker-Todd (techadvisor.co.uk)

Samsung Galaxy S21

The Galaxy S21 boasts a new design and the latest and greatest mobile processor out there but has Samsung cut too many corners in the pursuit of a lower asking price?

Jan, 2021

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Expert review by : Peter Phelps (recombu.com)

Samsung Galaxy S21 Review

Samsung's standard-sized flagship phone doesn't deliver the same spectacular specifications as the Ultra, but is it still worth a look?

— it’s powerful, the camera is reliably good, and it’s had a price cut

— the screen and the battery aren’t the best around

The Samsung Galaxy S21 is a good phone that, above all, offers high processing performance and a reliable camera. There have been some compromises made in comparison to other top-notch phones, most notably the plastic materials and the lower screen...

Jan, 2021

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Expert review by : which_co_uk (which.co.uk)

Samsung Galaxy S21 5G

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The Samsung Galaxy S21 has beaten all of Samsung's previous launches for the most pre-orders before it officially went on sale. That's no mean feat, but is this phone really worth the hype? See what our expert testers made of its battery life, display...

Feb, 2021

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Expert review by : Liu Hongzuo (hardwarezone.com.sg)

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE review: Fan Edition again, but in a different sense

Can the Galaxy S21 FE still replicate the Fan Edition formula it tried previously? We find out.

Lower-than-before starting price ; Flagship performance ; Retains almost everything S20 FE had ; HDR10+ support ; 5G-ready

Average audio ; No microSD expansion ; Non-premium appearance with limited colours ; No tangible difference from S20 FE ; Late to the party (launched before Feb 2022 Unpacked)

May, 2022

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