Samsung W21 5G
The Galaxy Z Fold 2 in China-exclusive luxury form, with red badging.
The Samsung W21 5G is a foldable Samsung smartphone released Oct 2020, with a launch price of $2,700. It pairs the Snapdragon 865+ with a 7.6" + 6.2" AMOLED display, a 12 MP triple main camera and a 4,500 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 76/100 — Z Fold 2 in luxury W trim. Standout strengths: z fold 2 hardware with red luxury badging. and 120 hz inner display. Main trade-off: china-exclusive luxury price.
Z Fold 2 in luxury W trim.
W21 5G took the Z Fold 2 and dressed it for the Chinese luxury market with red detailing and signature packaging. Same dual-AMOLED, same camera trio, same flagship internals.
Read the full review- Z Fold 2 hardware with red luxury badging.
- 120 Hz inner display.
- Bigger 4,500 mAh battery.
- Premium leather-style packaging.
Full specifications
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How the Samsung W21 5G compares
| Samsung W21 5G | iPhone 12 Pro Max | Galaxy A54 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 76 | 76 | 76 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 865+ | Apple A14 Bionic | Exynos 1380 |
| Display | 7.6" + 6.2" AMOLED | 6.7" OLED 60 Hz | 6.4" Super AMOLED |
| Main camera | 12 MP triple | 12 MP · f/1.6 | 50 MP · f/1.8 |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh | 3,687 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $2,700 | $1,099 | $449 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Samsung W21 5G released?
The Samsung W21 5G was released in Oct 2020.
How much does the Samsung W21 5G cost?
The Samsung W21 5G launched at $2,700 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Samsung W21 5G screen size and type?
The Samsung W21 5G has a 7.6" + 6.2" AMOLED display.
What chipset does the Samsung W21 5G use?
The Samsung W21 5G is powered by the Snapdragon 865+ chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Samsung W21 5G have?
The Samsung W21 5G ships with 12 GB · 512 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Samsung W21 5G battery capacity?
The Samsung W21 5G has a 4,500 mAh battery.
How fast does the Samsung W21 5G charge?
The Samsung W21 5G supports 25 W wired charging.
Does the Samsung W21 5G have wireless charging?
The Samsung W21 5G supports 11 W wireless charging.
What is the Samsung W21 5G main camera?
The Samsung W21 5G has a 12 MP triple main camera.
Does the Samsung W21 5G have a headphone jack?
The Samsung W21 5G does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Samsung W21 5G get software updates?
The Samsung W21 5G update policy: To Android 13.
How much does the Samsung W21 5G weigh?
The Samsung W21 5G weighs 283 g.
What colours does the Samsung W21 5G come in?
The Samsung W21 5G is available in 2 colours: Black, Red.
Is the Samsung W21 5G worth buying?
W21 5G took the Z Fold 2 and dressed it for the Chinese luxury market with red detailing and signature packaging. Same dual-AMOLED, same camera trio, same flagship internals. SpecEagle gives the Samsung W21 5G an editorial score of 76/100.
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