Samsung Galaxy A21 The Samsung Galaxy A21 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 4,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2020).
2020 · Lower-mid-range · Android 10 ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 6.5" · 167.8 x 76.7 x 8.1 mm (6.61 x 3.02 x 0.32 in)
Chipset Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm)
RAM 3GB
Storage 32GB
Main Camera 16 MP · LED flash
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✓︎ Pros
✓ 6.5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Entry-level Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗ Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gaming Heavy multitasking Multitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2020, April 08. Released 2020, June 26
Also Known As
Versions: SM-A215U (USA); SM-A215U1 (USA Unlocked)
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
RAM
3GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
270 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
16 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
4,000 mAh
Adequate for moderate use
📱 Design & Build
Weight
193g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
167.8 x 76.7 x 8.1 mm (6.61 x 3.02 x 0.32 in)
Build
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Technology
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - USA
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
NFC
Yes (market/region dependent)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Samsung Galaxy A21 support 5G?› No, the Samsung Galaxy A21 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A21 have NFC?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A21 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A21 support wireless charging?› No, the Samsung Galaxy A21 charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A21 support fast charging?› Yes, up to 15W (15W wired).
Does the Samsung Galaxy A21 have expandable storage?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A21 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A21 support dual SIM?› The Samsung Galaxy A21 SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A21 have a headphone jack?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A21 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A21 have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the Samsung Galaxy A21 ship with?› The Samsung Galaxy A21 ships with Android 10, One UI 2.0.
What type of USB port does the Samsung Galaxy A21 use?› The Samsung Galaxy A21 uses USB Type-C 2.0.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A21 support Wi-Fi 7?› The Samsung Galaxy A21 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A21 support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Samsung Galaxy A21 has 5.0, A2DP, LE.
