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Today, we are going to look at two budget Samsung Galaxy products, and when I say budget, I mean that these two devices exist close to the base of the smartphone market, in terms of features and pricing. They are attractive options if you are looking out to get a rather affordable device for daily usage.
Samsung Galaxy A12 and Samsung Galaxy A02s are closely priced and are easily recommendable from my point of view. So if you are looking out to get a sub-$150 smartphone, let us look at what they are both bringing to the table in terms of specs and pricing?
Samsung Galaxy A12 Vs Samsung Galaxy A02s
Samsung Galaxy A12 and Samsung Galaxy A02s: Comparison Table
| Samsung Galaxy A12 | Samsung Galaxy A02s |
|---|---|
| 6.5 inches, 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio IPS LCD | 6.5 inches, 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio PLS IPS display |
| Android 10 Upgradable to Android 11 | Android 10 Upgradable to Android 11 |
| Octa-core MediaTek Helio P35 2.3 GHz | Octa-core Snapdragon 450 |
| 8 MP selfie camera | 5 MP selfie camera |
| 48 + 5 + 2 + 2 MP rear quad camera with LED flash | 13 + 2 + 2 MP rear triple camera with LED flash |
| 32-128 GB internal storage + dedicated microSD slot, | 16-64 GB internal storage + dedicated microSD slot |
| 3-4 GB RAM | 1-4 GB RAM |
| 5000 mAh battery + 15W fast charging | 5000 mAh battery + 15W fast charging |
| $135 | $110 |
The table above has clearly stated the specs of each device and has also gone further to identify which areas one device is better than the other in thick bold letters. So let us go further to state out the similarities and differences between these two smartphones.
Samsung Galaxy A12
Samsung Galaxy A12 and Samsung Galaxy A02s: Similarities
The first and most obvious similarity between these two devices is the fact that they are produced by the same company and are also for the same line-up (Awesome series). Moving forward to the more important things that these devices share in common, we have the screen size to talk about. They both have 6.5-inch PLS IPS displays with a 20:9 aspect ratio, and the same amount of pixels.
Battery life and charging speed also stand out as features these two mid-rangers share in common. The same 5000mAh battery is present in the two devices with a 15W fast charging brick packed in their individual retail boxes.
Also, both devices support a major Android update for 1 year. They both run Android 10 out of the box, but they can both be upgraded to Android 11. Asides the already stated similarities, there are no other similarities to point out.
Samsung Galaxy A02s
Samsung Galaxy A12 and Samsung Galaxy A02s: Differences
First, I want to talk about storage. The Galaxy A12 has more storage options, unlike the Galaxy A02s, which gives 64 GB as it’s maximum storage limit for its ROM capacity. The Galaxy A12 peaks its storage limit at 128 GB on the ROM. When it comes to the RAM capacity on the two phones, they both peak at 4 GB of RAM, but with the A12 you are getting a slightly faster storage.
Now to the processor. The MediaTek Helio P35 chipset on the Galaxy A12 makes it a better option to the Galaxy A02s’ Snapdragon 450. As far as raw power is concerned, the Galaxy A12 is the right pick for you.
Glancing your eyes at the camera abilities of these two devices, you will see that the Galaxy A12offers better spec’d camera than the A02s. The Galaxy A12 has a quad camera setup which houses a main 48MP shooter and even a 5MP ultrawide camera, while the Galaxy A02s has a less powerful 13MP main camera with rather weak complimentary cameras and no ultrawide camera. For the selfie shoots on the both devices, the Galaxy A12 is the clear winner with its 8MP shooter.
Another very noticeable difference is the fact that the Galaxy A02s does not have a fingerprint sensor, while you have a side mounted fingerprint sensor on the Galaxy A12. So if you want a smartphone that you can unlock with biometric data, consider getting the A12 instead of the A02s.
Samsung Galaxy A12 and Samsung Galaxy A02s: Conclusion
Our two contenders in the ring today, Samsung Galaxy A12 and Samsung Galaxy A02s, start off at different prices. The Galaxy A02s goes at a retail price of $110, but paying an extra $25 will get you the Galaxy A12 with even better features at just $135.
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| Quick Specs Of Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 |
|---|
| OS: Android 11 Release Date: July 2021 Network Type: 2G/3G/4G Display: 6.4-inch, 1080 x 2340 pixels resolution Processor: EXYNOS 9611 Selfie Camera: 20 MP Rear camera: 48 MP triple sensors RAM: up to 6 GB ROM: up to 128 GB Battery: 6000 mAh Related: Samsung Galaxy M20 . |
Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 Specs and Features
Wireless Network and Software
- 2G : GSM, GPRS, EDGE 850 / 900 / 1800 MHz
- 3G : UMTS, WCDMA, HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 MHz
- 4G : LTE bands 1(2100) / 3(1800) / 5(850) / 8(900) / 20(800) / 38(2600) / 40(2300) / 41(2500)
- SIM Type : Nano-SIM, Dual SIM
- OS : Android 11 + One UI 3.1 Core
Design, Form Factor and Appearance
- Dimensions : mm
- Weight : g
- Display : 6.4-inch, 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 aspect ratio, Infinity-U, Super AMOLED display
- Sensors : Fingerprint sensor, Ambient light sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Gyro, Compass
- Build : Plastic back and frame
- Colours : Charcoal Black. Arctic Blue.
Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 Edition
Internal Hardware Specs
- Processor Type : 64-bit Octa-core 2.3 GHz, Cortex-A73
- Processor Name : EXYNOS 9611
- Graphics Processor : ARM Mali-G72 MP3
- RAM : 4 GB / 6 GB
- Internal Storage : 64 GB / 128 GB
- External Storage : microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Photography and Video
- Rear Camera : 48MP primary camera + 8MP ultrawide lens + 5MP depth sensor, auto-focus, LED flash, HDR, Panorama, 1080p@30fps video recording
- Front-facing Camera : 20 megapixels, 1080p@30fps video recording
Multimedia Playback
- Music Support : MP3/WAV/eAAC+ player
- Audio : 3.5 mm audio jack
- Loudspeaker : Mono
- Video Support : MP4/MPEG4 player
- FM Radio : Yes
Connectivity Features
- Bluetooth : v5.0, A2DP
- Wi-Fi : Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, hotspot
- GPS : Yes, A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
- USB : microUSB v2.0; Type-C connector
Miscellaneous Specs and Features
- Battery Charging : 15W Fast charging
- Battery Type and Capacity : Non-Removable Lithium-Polymer 6000 mAh
Availability and Release Dates
- Announced : July 2021
- Availability : July 2021
Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 Prices
India : INR12,499 for 4GB/64GB variant; INR14,499 for 6GB/128GB variant. It is available only in Charcoal black and Arctic blue.
Questions and Answers about Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 Edition
Here are answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about Samsung M21 2021.
IsSamsung Galaxy M21 2021a 4G phone?
Yes; it is a 4G LTE phone.
Where is the fingerprint scanner onSamsung Galaxy M21 2021?
The fingerprint reader is on the rear of the phone.
DoesSamsung Galaxy M21 2021have Gorilla Glass?
It does not have Gorilla Glass protection on its screen.
DoesSamsung M21 2021have quick charging?
Yes; it does.
DoesSamsung M21 2021have Google Play Store?
Yes; it supports Google Services and software applications, including Play Store and Maps, Gmail, YouTube, and others.
WillSamsung Galaxy M21 2021 Editionwork in the USA?
Samsung M21 2021 is a GSM phone and is supported on US GSM carriers like AT&T and T-Mobile and other networks riding on their networks. It does not support CDMA networks. Do make enquiries from your carrier to know what bands/frequencies are supported on their service.
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