Samsung has silently relaunched the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G in India, more than a year after its initial debut in the country. The new model retains the same specifications as the original, with one notable change—the processor. Powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 888 SoC from Qualcomm, the Galaxy S21 FE 5G offers impressive performance. Equipped with 8GB of RAM, 256GB of inbuilt storage, and a 4,500mAh battery, this latest addition to Samsung’s ‘Fan Edition’ lineup aims to deliver a compelling smartphone experience. In this article, we explore the key features and specifications of the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G (2023) for the Indian market.
Pricing and Availability
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G (2023) is priced at Rs. 49,999 in India and is available in a single configuration—8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. It comes in familiar color options such as Graphite, Lavender, Olive, and White, along with the addition of a new Navy colorway. The device is already listed on the company’s website and is ready for purchase.
Specifications and Features
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G (2023) runs on an unspecified version of Android, as mentioned on the company’s website. Unlike the previous model, which featured an Exynos 2100 SoC, the new handset is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 888 chipset, providing enhanced performance capabilities. It features a 6.4-inch full-HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection. The display offers a 120Hz refresh rate and a touch sampling rate of up to 240Hz, ensuring a smooth and responsive user experience.
In terms of photography, the Galaxy S21 FE 5G (2023) retains the camera setup of its predecessor. It includes a 12-megapixel primary camera, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide camera, and an 8-megapixel telephoto camera. On the front, it houses a 32-megapixel camera for video calls and selfies.
Connectivity options on the device include 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5, NFC, GPS/A-GPS, Wireless DeX, and a USB Type-C port. The Galaxy S21 FE 5G (2023) also offers a range of sensors, including an accelerometer, barometer, gyroscope, geomagnetic sensor, hall sensor, light sensor, and proximity sensor. Biometric authentication is provided through an in-display fingerprint scanner.
Battery and Additional Features
The Galaxy S21 FE 5G (2023) comes with a 4,500mAh battery that supports 25W wired fast charging, 15W wireless charging, and reverse charging. It also boasts an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance, providing added durability. With dimensions of 155.7×74.5×7.9mm and weighing 177g, the device offers a sleek and lightweight design.
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