Galaxy S21 FE
The Fan Edition S21 — flagship core at a lower price.
The Galaxy S21 FE is a premium Samsung smartphone released Jan 2022, with a launch price of $699. It pairs the Snapdragon 888 / Exynos 2100 with a 6.4" AMOLED 120 Hz display, a 12 MP · f/1.8 main camera and a 4,500 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 78/100 — The value S21 with a real telephoto. Standout strengths: real 3× telephoto at $699. and 120 hz amoled + ip68. Main trade-off: no microsd.
The value S21 with a real telephoto.
Galaxy S21 FE delivered flagship cameras and 120 Hz at a sane price. The 3× tele is the standout at this tier.
Read the full review- Real 3× telephoto at $699.
- 120 Hz AMOLED + IP68.
- 4,500 mAh battery.
- 4 OS updates.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Galaxy S21 FE compares
| Galaxy S21 FE | iPhone 13 mini | Galaxy A55 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 78 | 78 | 78 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 888 / Exynos 2100 | Apple A15 Bionic | Exynos 1480 |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED 120 Hz | 5.4" OLED 60 Hz | 6.6" Super AMOLED |
| Main camera | 12 MP · f/1.8 | 12 MP · f/1.6 | 50 MP · f/1.8 |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh | 2,406 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $699 | $699 | $449 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy S21 FE released?
The Galaxy S21 FE was released in Jan 2022.
How much does the Galaxy S21 FE cost?
The Galaxy S21 FE launched at $699 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy S21 FE screen size and type?
The Galaxy S21 FE has a 6.4" AMOLED 120 Hz display.
What chipset does the Galaxy S21 FE use?
The Galaxy S21 FE is powered by the Snapdragon 888 / Exynos 2100 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy S21 FE have?
The Galaxy S21 FE ships with 6 GB · 128 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy S21 FE battery capacity?
The Galaxy S21 FE has a 4,500 mAh battery.
How fast does the Galaxy S21 FE charge?
The Galaxy S21 FE supports 25 W wired charging.
Does the Galaxy S21 FE have wireless charging?
The Galaxy S21 FE supports 15 W wireless charging.
What is the Galaxy S21 FE main camera?
The Galaxy S21 FE has a 12 MP · f/1.8 main camera.
Does the Galaxy S21 FE have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the Galaxy S21 FE includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 8 MP, 3× optical.
Does the Galaxy S21 FE have 5G?
The Galaxy S21 FE supports 5G (Sub-6 + mmWave (US)).
Is the Galaxy S21 FE waterproof?
The Galaxy S21 FE is rated IP68 for dust and water resistance.
How long will the Galaxy S21 FE get software updates?
The Galaxy S21 FE update policy: 4 major OS.
How much does the Galaxy S21 FE weigh?
The Galaxy S21 FE weighs 177 g.
What colours does the Galaxy S21 FE come in?
The Galaxy S21 FE is available in 4 colours: Graphite, White, Lavender, Olive.
Is the Galaxy S21 FE worth buying?
Galaxy S21 FE delivered flagship cameras and 120 Hz at a sane price. The 3× tele is the standout at this tier. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy S21 FE an editorial score of 78/100.
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