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Samsung Galaxy S21 vs Galaxy S20: What's new, what's different

Let’s take a look at the Samsung Galaxy S21 vs Galaxy S20 spec-comparison.

January 15, 2021 / 11:03 IST
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Samsung Galaxy S21 series price has been announced at the Unpacked 2021 event. The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra, Galaxy S21+, and Galaxy S21 pack top-of-the-line flagship smartphone hardware. How does the Samsung Galaxy S21 fare against its predecessor? Let’s take a look at the Samsung Galaxy S21 vs Galaxy S20 spec-comparison.

ParameterSamsung Galaxy S21Samsung Galaxy S20
Display6.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, FHD+ Infinity-O display with a 20:9 aspect ratio and up to 120Hz refresh rate6.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED QHD+ Infinity-O display with a 20:9 aspect ratio and up to 120Hz refresh rate
ProcessorSnapdragon 888 SoC, Exynos 2100 chipset (India).Snapdragon 865 SoC, Exynos 990 chipset (India).
RAM/ Storage8GB/ 128GB UFS 3.0. No Expandable Storage8GB/ 128GB UFS 3.0, expandable up to 1TB via microSD.
Rear Camera12MP f/1.8 sensor + a 12MP f/2.2 ultrawide lens + 64MP telephoto sensor.12MP f/1.8 sensor + a 12MP f/2.2 ultrawide lens + 64MP telephoto sensor.
Front Camera10MP10MP
Battery4,000 mAh with 25W fast charging, 15W wireless charging via USB Type-C.4,000 mAh with 25W fast charging, 15W wireless charging via USB Type-C.
AuthenticationIn-display fingerprint scanner, face unlockIn-display fingerprint scanner, face unlock
Operating SystemAndroid 11-based One UI 3.0Android 10-based One UI 2.0
PriceRs 69,999Rs 49,990
Summary

The Galaxy S21 spec-sheet looks similar to the Galaxy S20. However, there are some details that might go unnoticed. For instance, the Galaxy S21 has a polycarbonate back like the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE, whereas the Galaxy S20 has a glass back.

There is no expandable storage option on the Samsung Galaxy S21 either. Samsung has also capped the display resolution to FHD+ on the Galaxy S21. 

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The standard Samsung Galaxy S21 price in India is set at Rs 69,999 for the 8GB + 128GB model. The 8GB + 256GB model is priced at Rs 73,999.

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first published: Jan 15, 2021 11:03 am

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