Samsung Galaxy M21 vs Ai+ Nova 2 5G
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Key Specifications
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9611 | Unisoc T8200 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.4", AMOLED, 60Hz | 6.74", IPS LCD, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 48MP+8MP+5MP/20MP (Front) | 50MP/8MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 6000mAh, 15W | 6000mAh, 18W | ||
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB | ||
| Storage | 64GB | 64GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Performance, Display, Multimedia, Battery and Main Camera | Battery, Gaming, Design and Build Quality |
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General
| Colors | Midnight Blue, Raven Black, Iceberg Blue | Black, Blue, Green, Pink, Purple | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | March 18, 2020 | April 09, 2026 | ||
| Availability | March 23, 2020 | April 14, 2026 | ||
| Launch Country | India | India | ||
| Launch Price | ₹12,999 | ₹8,999 |
Display
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M21
| Type | AMOLED | IPS LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.4 inches | 6.74 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 720 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2340 pixels | 1600 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 403 ppi | 260 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 420 nits | 600 nits |
Body
Winner:Ai+ Nova 2 5G
| Weight | 188 grams | 205 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Gorilla Glass 3 | Glass | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Plastic Material | Plastic Material | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C, USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | - | IP64 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Mono Speaker | Mono Speaker |
Processor
Winner:Ai+ Nova 2 5G
| Chipset Brand | Samsung | Unisoc | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Exynos 9611 | T8200 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G72 MP3 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
Main Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M21
| Camera Resolution | 48 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 8 MP | |||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | |||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 5 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Depth | |||
| Features | HDR | Autofocus, EIS, HDR, LED-Flash | ||
| Stabilization | EIS | EIS | ||
| Video |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | One UI | NxtQuantum OS | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 1 year(s) | 1 year(s) | ||
| AI Features | AI Camera |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Ai+ Nova 2 5G
| Front Camera Resolution | 20 MP | 8 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Features | Filters, HdR, Panoramic View, Portrait Mode | Face unlock, Fixed Focus, Screen flash | ||
| Video | 1080p@30 fps, 4k@30fps |
Battery
Winner:Tie
| Capacity | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 15 W | 18 W |
Memory
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M21
| Storage | 64 GB | 64 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.1 | eMMC 5.1 | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | GSM, HSDPA, LTE | 5G, GSM, LTE, WCDMA |
Connectivity
Winner:Ai+ Nova 2 5G
| 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 | A-GPS, BDS, Galileo, Glonass, GPS | ||
| NFC | Supported | - | ||
| Radio | FM Radio | FM Radio |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Rear Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Compass, Proximity Sensor |
