Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 vs Samsung Galaxy A23
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Key Specifications
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9611 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.4", AMOLED, 60Hz | 6.6", LCD, 90Hz | ||
| Camera | 48MP+8MP+5MP/20MP (Front) | 50MP+5MP+2MP+2MP/8MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 6000mAh, 15W | 5000mAh, 25W | ||
| RAM | 4GB | 6GB | ||
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Performance, Display, Multimedia, Battery and Main Camera | Gaming, Design and Build Quality |
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General
| Colors | Charcoal Black, Arctic Blue | Black, Orange, Light Blue, Black | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | July 21, 2021 | March 25, 2022 | ||
| Availability | July 26, 2021 | March 29, 2022 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹12,499 | ₹19,499 |
Display
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M21 2021
| Type | AMOLED | LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.4 inches | 6.6 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2340 pixels | 2408 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 403 ppi | 400 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 420 nits | 400 nits |
Body
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A23
| Weight | 192 grams | 195 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | - | Gorilla Glass 5 | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | - | - | ||
| Speaker | Loudspeaker | Loudspeaker | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
Processor
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A23
| Chipset Brand | Samsung | Qualcomm | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Exynos 9611 | Snapdragon 680 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G72 MP3 | Adreno 610 |
Main Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M21 2021
| Camera Resolution | 48 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 8 MP | 5 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 5 MP | 2 MP | ||
| Camera 3 Type | Depth | Macro | ||
| Features | HDR, LED flash | HDR, LED flash, OIS | ||
| Stabilization | EIS | EIS | ||
| Video | gyro-EIS |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | One UI | One UI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 3 year(s) | 2 year(s) | ||
| AI Features |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M21 2021
| Front Camera Resolution | 20 MP | 8 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | |||
| Features | Face unlock, HdR | Digital Zoom | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
Battery
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M21 2021
| Capacity | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 15 W | 25 W |
Memory
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M21 2021
| Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.1 | eMMC 5.1 | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 6 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual nano-SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, LTE, UMTS |
Connectivity
Winner:Tie
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | ||
| NFC | Supported | Supported | ||
| Radio | FM Radio | FM Radio |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Rear Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Geomagnetic Sensor, Gyroscope Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensor |
