Released in early January, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE has solid arguments to position itself as a very good smartphone in 2022: 6.4-inch 120 Hz screen, a very good triple photo sensor, exclusive shooting modes galore, and the very successful design, signature of the S21 range.
The front of the Galaxy S21 FE // Source: Johana Hallmann for Humanoid XP
Displayed below the 760 euro mark, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is setting the trend at the start of 2022. While it is true that it makes some concessions to display a more reasonable price, it ultimately departs quite a bit from the characteristics of its cousin. the S21. Significant bonus: for its launch, Samsung offers the Galaxy Buds2 and offers a trade-in offer of 100 euros on an old smartphone.
A design that has nothing to envy to the S21 of 2021
If the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE reminds you of something, it’s normal. It sports a look very similar to its cousin the Galaxy S21, without copying all its characteristics. On the diagonal screen side, with its 6.4 inches on the counter, it is a little larger than a Galaxy S21 (6.2 inches), and a little smaller than a Galaxy S21 + (6.7 inches). Also interesting addition: the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is equipped with Corning Gorilla Victus glass, more resistant and found on the S21 range. A little more therefore compared to the Galaxy S20 FE.
However, it retains its central photo punch at the front, and at the back its triple photo module positioned at the top left. Where the Galaxy S21 FE stands out is in the look of its back, and in the colors offered. Exit the metallic back, hello the matte back in pastel and plain colors. There are thus four new exclusive colors: Olive, graphite, white and lavender.
A smartphone that has it in the belly
In addition to its exclusive look, the Galaxy S21 FE has significant advantages. First, it is Samsung’s first smartphone to come with OneUI 4 and native Android 12. A considerable advantage that ensures it is more up to date than its cousins launched earlier in 2021.
To support the software, the Samsung Galaxy S21 is equipped with the very good Snapdragon 888 as well as a couple of 6+128 GB of RAM and storage. The assurance of benefiting from a smartphone that is both powerful and fast that will be able to manage multitasking, gourmet videos and mobile games.
Photography at the center of the Galaxy S21 FE
On the side of the photo, Samsung offers almost faultless. With a triple 12 + 12 + 8 megapixel photo module, the manufacturer provides an excellent photographic experience as always.
The triple rear sensor of the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE // Source: Johana Hallmann for Humanoid XP
Not content with a software fix that has almost nothing left to prove, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE offers several modes of its own that were not found on the Galaxy S20 FE. Among them, a portrait mode that allows you to customize the background. The director mode is also part of it and allows you to film in dual-view quite simply. Finally, note the presence of a telephoto lens providing an optical zoom x3 (and x30 in digital).
Autonomy is not left out. Samsung offers a good 4500 mAh battery on this Galaxy S21 FE, but above all, it provides 25 W wired and 15 W wireless charging.
Finally, note that the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is IP68 certified.
A launch offer not stung by beetles
For the launch of this new member of the S21 family, Samsung is thinking big. If you fall for a Galaxy S21 FE, the manufacturer will add a pair of Galaxy Buds2 to the package.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 in their case // Source: Frandroid
These very good headphones, rated 8/10 in our columns, have on their side effective active noise reduction, clear and balanced sound, as well as solid Bluetooth connectivity. Nomadic music lovers will undoubtedly find their happiness there.
In addition to this, the South Korean giant allows you to benefit from a trade-in offer on your old smartphone. On this product, it is 100 euros. A great opportunity to both recycle your old mobile, while investing in a very good new product.