Samsung Galaxy S21 vs S20 FE 5G | 2021 Flagship or Fan Edition?

Comparing Samsung's Galaxy S21 vs the Galaxy S20 FE 5G (or 'Fan Edition'), to see which has the best camera, battery life, performance and features. The fresh new Samsung S21 misses out on most of the premium specs found in the Ultra and in many ways is similar to the S20 FE 5G, including the UK price (£769 vs £699). However, the latest Galaxy smartphone rocks that Exynos 2100 while the Fan Edition goes with Snapdragon 865, and that has a serious impact on the battery performance.
Those camera results are also quite different. While both Samsung phones use a 12MP primary sensor, the Galaxy S21 boasts more accurate colour reproduction and stronger HDR and low light chops. You also get lots more video options vs the S21 FE 5G - but I still like last year's handset for shooting everyday photos and home movies.
That Fan Edition definitely wins for battery life, with the Samsung Galaxy S21 proving quite a disappointment so far. That Exynos 2100 struggles to keep you going all day, and loses in the battery drain test here. Thankfully gamers are well catered for by both handsets, helped by the flat, responsive screens.
Those displays are also different, Super AMOLED vs Dynamic AMOLED. You get better contrast and more natural colours from the Samsung S21 flagship, while the Galaxy S20 FE 5G won't stream HDR content on Netflix.
So which of these phones has won your respect? Let me know below, full review of the S21 coming soon!

[@MrRideabighorse]

I think it's funny that the plastic back on the FE was considered a downgrade but now it's on the flagship.

[@Hamza-tu4fd]

i actually prefer that plastic matte over the glass

[@RichieLanderos]

Well technically the S21 Ultra is the flagship. The regular S21 and Plus are basically downgraded version. They’re the iPhone version of a 12. Compared to a 12 pro.

[@MoejiiOsmanTV]

No more finger printis I love it, I hated the glass back on my Note 9

[@leexgx]

Never like the glass or the curve screen of the older Samsung s phones (I currently own the s9)

[@vaynelevant]

plastic back is just there to justify the "ultra" pricing

[@speedkillz0118]

Thanks for not spending the entire video on the camera like every other youtuber!

[@gremnelesber2389]

Exactly. Damn it the camera is not the only thing that matters.

[@shaun216]

I’m happy I’m not the only one who thinks that way. 10 minutes of camera info? Next video.

[@Tmacademia]

Agreed.

[@goodboy905]

Underrated comment!!

[@wagfinpis]

LMAO! I just skip the camera section on most videos.

[@michaelbvelez8302]

S20 FE has a MicroSD slot whereas S21 hasn't.

[@redstang70]

Yes that's the only advantage it has, but its a big one

[@trewernen9918]

@@redstang70 To you maybe. 256gb S21 will do me fine.

[@redstang70]

@@trewernen9918 for now im okay with 512, have space still left on my note 20 ultra but more is always welcome

[@timml2]

@@redstang70 not the only one, battery is important as well

[@nixxxon18]

S20 FE has also worse design and less good screen

[@sdelliott31]

Battery life and SD card expansion and the constant 120mhz refresh all are wins for the FE. Kind of surprising. Great video

[@hamster6470]

The constant 120hz will destroy the battery life, on the s20 fe. when you aren’t scrolling the hz will slow down to conserve battery life on the s21

[@chickenfried12]

Constant 120hz is NOT a good feature

[@stevethea5250]

does it have auto frame rate setting? @@chickenfried12

[@LouJ247]

Awesome review. I'm currently rocking the FE, your vid just made up my mind to hold on to my S20FE a while longer.

[@qwerty123163]

Was debating getting the S21 but glad I went for the S20 FE. Brilliant in-depth video 👍🏾

[@josephdunson5396]

Same here the release date of the s20 fe being over 7 months didn’t bother me. I went with it also vs the s21.

[@mahdighali8722]

@@josephdunson5396 do you recommend it?. Im thinking which one of them I should get. The battery Life of S20 Fe is really remarkable for sure

[@josephdunson5396]

@@mahdighali8722 I did and phone run as expected

[@jaguar4500]

@@josephdunson5396 whose camera quality is best ?

[@josephdunson5396]

@@jaguar4500 camera quality once the beautification filter or smoothing is turned off pics are on part with my iPhone 12 Pro

[@Soto-Tech2020]

I would choose the S20FE.

[@jjford8385]

Just bought one

[@briank10101]

I'm watching this on my FE

[@CosmocraftGaming]

i also chose the s20 fe, put a 1tb micro sd in it :D

[@sabritasconchile19]

Returning FE tmrw... resolution is trash

[@facundonicolasanton3180]

@@sabritasconchile19 how's that? I think is pretty good

[@F00DLOVER5]

I love how you have Tatsumaki, or the Tornado of Terror, as your background. One punch man is awesome. I have the Samsung s20 fe 5g which I love so far.

[@benclarkson2143]

This is exactly the review I've been waiting for and it's made my mind up to go with the S20 fe over the S21. I'm not sure how many people actually pay for a phone outright rather than get a contract in the uk, but I certainly don't have the cash laying around to pay up front for a new blower and can get an S20 fe much cheaper than a 21 on a contract and from this video I don't feel like I'll be missing out by going with the S20 fe. Thank you for helping out a serial procrastinator.

[@jpayne3616]

Your not missing anything. I have the S20 plus and had I upgraded to the S21, plus or possible even the 21 ultra would be a slight down grade no matter how it's looked at

[@jbcrib]

I've had both. The S21 is so much better.. Feels more like a premium device. Better fp reader, better haptics and overall quality feeling. Faster as well.

[@markomarkovic5729]

@@jbcrib But do you really need that for everyday use? I thing that most (if not all) midrange phones have decent cameras and good enough chip.

[@konradc12]

Plus a better battery life as mentioned by Uncle Spurt. Other reviewers and tests have had similar results.

[@skullking6017]

This review has been the most helpful of all the reviews I've watched. Thank you!

[@FRUGSTER]

I just ordered the S21. I would take the FE if there was a smaller version. All the new phones are bricks. There is no real choice if you want to buy a phone that fits nicely in your palm. I bet it is even a bigger disaster for people with small hands.

[@HitmanPeTeY]

I got the FE but am kinda wishing I went S21 now based on size.

[@Amber-tk8hd]

i have small hands and currently own a iphone xr. i will be switching to andriod first time in years. i will def get the s21 than the s20 FE.

[@FRUGSTER]

@@Amber-tk8hd I just ditched my s21. The battery life is a joke. Also after 1 year the charging socket got so loose that even a fly landing on the cable disconnects it. I would stay away from that model.

[@e.o9470]

One of few KZbin channels with top notch video and audio quality! thanks for respecting your viewers! please upload 60 4K to make it the best!😉

[@e.o9470]

HDR could be that cherry on top!😂

[@gabo12e30]

Great review. But 2 things.... the s20 fe does have a 256gb/8gb version. Writing from one. 2. The other difference besides battery life that makes me stick with the FE is that the s21 does not have MST for wireless payments without NFC. I use it all the time.

[@Knightblade490]

Thank you for the comparison. I have been needing a new phone for awhile. So researching which of these were better. I honestly see them as the same but the 21 has a better camera that's all. So, I'm going to be getting the S20 FE 5G.

[@SpaceLion949]

Display is also better, I've the S20 FE and trust me, I can tell the difference when viewing HDR content or simply dark scenes in general. I'd go for the S21 if I happened to be deciding between these 2.

[@Mandy_39]

@@SpaceLion949 really just depends where you're at. If it's only $100, maybe. I don't think it's hundreds of dollars better though. Some places it could be $600 more, no way!

[@a_spire]

@@SpaceLion949 yeah man i regret the s20fe 5g(the s21 was $50 more here) , but its a good phone

[@ankitapati1107]

​@@SpaceLion949 in terms of camera, which one's better? S20 Or 21?

[@TheSergio1021]

I got an S21 and my sister has the 20 FE. I frankly didnt know what the difference was so thanks for the info!

[@pgornicki]

s21 have much better screen imo

[@alexandremendes4757]

S2FE screen brightness is one of the poorest in market, i have a Samsung A50 and i puthe side by side both s2fe and my a50, and i feel my a50 have a little more NITS. But, for me s20FE is one of the best smartphones.

[@mcinqb3]

LOVED this video....great comparison and stats. It's a year later and I just updated from the S7 edge to the S20 FE 5G and was perusing videos on here with reviews. It definitely seems like I'll enjoy the features of the S20 FE more than the S21....it was the cheaper option of course and anything will be an improvement over a phone I've had for 6 years, so I'm very excited to get this in my hands in a few days. I'm hoping the reviews on the Verizon website are just repeat reviewers trying to bring down the rating, because it has 3 stars or less on there while the S21 has 4.5 stars. Of course I'm not going to take into account people whining because they dropped their phone on the concrete floor, or because it doesn't have a pulse sensor, or because it doesn't have a headphone jack, or that Verizon's service is too expensive....all of which were negative reviews on their site. But yea, thanks for making this video. I was down to one of the newer Galaxy phones and based on this review/comparison I think I'll be happy with my choice!.....also, I liked and subscribed for ya :)

[@G4meofjones]

Thanks to your video, I find out Android 11 is available on my S20 FE 👍🏾

[@solidaeon]

in the PH, there is a 250 pounds difference between the s20 FE and S21 so definitely a win for s20 FE

[@ras_krystafari3333]

FE is only 5$ a month rn in USA... i saved 500$+ after the other sales

[@liquidsunshine697]

@@ras_krystafari3333 nice I got mine for 10/mo and im content. Upset that there is no "video enchancer" option, HDR isnt properly displayed like the last 4 or 5 galaxy phones. But thats a small gripe, hope a community workaround comes back.

[@Klyein]

But in most stores the 5G with snapdragon variant is still unavailable. Bought the 4g variant ended up with heating and battery issues with minor usage of watching videos and browsing only.

[@scarasmooches]

@@Klyein bought from samsung website, 4g snap version

[@traceylawrance5346]

Thank you for going into more detail than just the camera.

[@Gogeta2vegito]

Even though the s21 has an adaptive refresh rate, the s20 Fe still gets far better battery life

[@ElvisChibundu]

Because 888 IS A FAIL

[@lilisz1433]

when you say they were set on the same brightness levels, were you going by what the slider says or by nits? Just curious, not sure if the sliders represent the same thing!

[@GloriousChickenYT]

if they have the same nits, the slider should show the same or similar levels of brightness provided they are on the same OS.

[@Andrew-it7fb]

If they're at the same slider setting but have different nits, is that nitpicking?

[@lilisz1433]

@@GloriousChickenYT cool, thank you! but then those two have the same peak brightness on manual setting, and the s21 only ever gets brighter than the s20fe under bright conditions when it's set on adaptive brightness?

[@lilisz1433]

@@Andrew-it7fb hehehe, good one 😃

[@stevekettner6026]

Nits the s20 is far better

[@jmanson90]

I'll stick with my S20FE 5G. I updated the software to One UI 3.0 earlier this week. For $350 you can't convince me otherwise

[@RevelCris]

i paid 270 with my s10 trade in for the 21 and i got free earbuds pro. u just cant top that

[@jackbase]

@@RevelCris damn, how did you get this steal?

[@RevelCris]

Its from the pre order bonus on Samsung app in the states. It arrives tomorrow in sooo excited

[@jaywronker7636]

I have the FE also. Anyone else having the facial recognition and fingerprint reader issues? I sent it back and they said it was functioning correctly. Still doesn't work well

[@jackbase]

@@jaywronker7636 i haven't heard of these issues, just screen issues, i would keep possibly sending back until they get it right, even though it is a hassl

[@hanses6289]

Alright, so I feel like the s20 FE is actually more suitable for me in every case EXCEPT the size. I just can't get over with that big screen being the more popular now a days. I'm going for the s21.

[@pauljohnson9326]

I also prefer so smaller screen , still using s7edge haha

[@mindrealminsights6517]

I actually was of that opinion also, preferring smaller phones and screens...I've been using an iPhone 5s for the last 6yrs for that reason! But.. I just got the s20 FE last week as a gift....and I'm loving the larger screen and find it much better for the things I use the phone for. Looking at charts and reading documents is so much easier, can't believe I didn't use a larger screen all this time! It actually isn't as bulky as I expected and still fits in my jeans pocket easily too

[@hanses6289]

@@mindrealminsights6517 the thing is, if you have large hands you'll probably like the larger screen because there's many benefits with it. But, i'm not that old and my hands isn't "full size" yet. Not being able to have the right screen size for my hand size is what throws me off

[@mindrealminsights6517]

@@hanses6289 that's fair enough! Actually it's taking some getting use to... I can use my old iPhone 5s with one hand but this much larger s20 I need two hands to hold and use. But loving it. Good luck 👍

[@achnix3167]

Same

[@GavinPereiraLondon]

Thank you for what was a brilliant video. Loved the part comparing the various camera zoom settings and audio.

[@charbelsarkissian1868]

Thank you so much, I think I'll go with the S20 FE :)

[@mikayel18ify]

the comparison i was waiting for , good job !

[@samanthawilson3839]

Tough decision the Samsung S21FE seems to have a lot of advantages but I do prefer a smaller phone for my small hands and also camera is important to me. I like that the colours of the pictures were more natural with the Samsung 21. Such a tricky choice!

[@owenent9636]

What did you got for in the end?

[@cusson27]

Thank for a full and detailed review. These are too rare... Currently rocking the s8. Getting a new phone on a deal. The S20 Fun Edition 5G seems by far the best bet for me.

[@DonsShed]

I'm still using an S8 :) my issue is that the S20 FE 5G is $799 and the S21 5G is $748 ( on special today only) and I'm unsure what I want (if any LOL)

[@thinkingagain5966]

@@DonsShed what did u end up getting?

[@DonsShed]

@@thinkingagain5966 I got the S20 FE 5G, as it had the Micro SD Card Slot :)

[@kennhwang4188]

This was a really well done comparison video. Keep it up!

[@FreakLord]

Finally camera have been improved little bit mate 🌝

[@renewedandtransformed]

Thanks for this video- I think you've made up my mind! Also extra points for your portrait mode presentation. That made this mom 😂

[@heathcotesj]

Brilliant video, many thanks. Made me make up my phone for getting 2 S20FE's for the wife and I. Key factors I got from this vid: S20 FE bigger screen, bigger battery and much better battery life, comes with 15W charger S21 none, better selfie camera, has Micro SD card, whilst S21 does NOT. CHEAPER!

[@brianmsahin]

Excellent video. My wife actually swapped her old S9 plus a couple of months ago for S20FE and loves. We managed to get a Samsung Store and she had a look at S21 and is glad she didn't wait. She likes making videos and was very unimpressed with no SD card slot. She also liked her bigger screen on the FE.......and weirdly, the S20FE audio for some reason sounds a lot clearer than the S21, which surprised me. I think the FE is the better one of the two.

[@diandakov]

Thanks to your video I do not regret buying S20FE, I do have some dead zones on the screen again(most of the middle of the screen is just not there at all lol but happens just once daily which isn't too bad) after the last update but overall a very good phone for the money. I only hope that Samsung will make it work properly asap as it been 6 months now and still not polished!

[@irinarosioru9297]

what do you mean the middle of the screen is not there?

[@diandakov]

@Irina Rosioru after pulling the phone out of the pocket the middle of the screen from the bttm to the top was not detecting any touch. It actually never got fixed so I upgraded to S21 in the beginning of April and I am happy with it

[@morkys2410]

Excellent videos all around. Just picked up an S20 FE 5G here in Canada to use for a while. I tried a Pixel 7 Pro and soon learned screens with curved edges, especially where the viewable portion is curved, are not for me. This phone was cheap as heck and will work great and eventually act as a great backup phone. Necessary must haves were 1) Affordable 2) Flat screen and 3) Decent zoom.

[@gibberingidiot]

A really useful comparison thanks - How do you only have 450k subscribers?! Any issues with proximity sensor on either phone? I had to give up using my S10+ for work because it was constantly pocket dialling, even with all the settings tweaked - something to do with the proximity sensor being under the display and partly in software apparently.

[@KingTut.]

can you please make a comparison video between S20 vs S21...im sure alot of people would appreciate that

[@petrescuework-difficultcas6581]

Subtitles be like: S20 *fun edition* 🎉🎊

[@manuelroger1035]

The curse of the bri'ish accent 😅

[@sherrie553]

@@manuelroger1035 Cant you say British on youtube

[@manuelroger1035]

@@sherrie553 no I can't, because it is youtube 🙃 and I've watched too many meme videos over the last few days xD

[@BigHairyKev]

*Excellent comparison!* ⭐😀👍

[@zorro70066]

Great video thanks...I just picked up a s20 FE, are you sure it comes with a screen protector? I can't tell.

[@michaeladianne5702]

Might not be a popular vote, but I'm sold on the s21! Thanks for this great comparison!!

[@TheHankoook]

Man you're just awesome I was thinking about this comparison and needed to know the differences between both and I found your great comparison caring for people who don't have deep pockets great work 👍👍👍 as always

[@TiwiCeylanVlog]

Thanks for the review! But that doll in the corner is pretty scary...myb u can put something else instead 😱 nice review btw!

[@johanajohn4045]

Great description 👍🏽 very informative

[@Feeeeerg]

Got a S21+ on Sunday. I'm not a huge poweruser, so I can't really justiy having it. Sending it back to O2 and swapping for the S20 FE. 12 quid a month cheaper for the S20 FE. And I can get more on the O2/Samsung enhanced recycle if I go with the S20 FE (£300 against the £200 I'd get for the S21+)

[@AndysImages]

Got my FE 5g last week from eBay for £530 brand new sealed box at that price is difficult to justify the £770 for the S21

[@hitensolanki6375]

brilliant comparison! thanks. battery life is better on the S20FE because the snapdragon 865 is more power efficient than exynos presumably?

[@doodelay]

Fantastic review, my only request would be to edit in names that hover over the phones, that way we know which is which at a glance. it gets confusing.

[@Itsme.officially]

I jus think that the s21 look beautiful

[@lukebennett.]

Agree

[@jaysonperez3736]

💯

[@mattwulster7936]

So glad someone else feels that, I'm upgrading from the s10e since samsung is offering a heck of a buyback for that phone, and the fe was a consideration but the s21 just looks beautiful with both the camera bump and the small bezels

[@philipmarlowe4682]

The s10 plus looks better. Plus s21 camera looks like it is in a dodgy place

[@lukebennett.]

@@philipmarlowe4682 s10 plus looks way worse in my opinion. That double camera is horrible compared to the tiny punchhole

[@DavidKim999]

Was contemplating real hard on upgrading but decided to keep FE..throw in a new case, and put in 256gb microsd card, should last me another year...thanks for the review!

[@johnkennedyreyes2634]

Last you more than 1 years

[@esmeraldakeb1438]

Yessss 🔥Iv been searching for this one

[@suzannebeck5073]

A great help video. Thank you. Decided to go get the A71 5G

[@User___005]

Samsung put some great features in their S series but also some bugs come like Chris showed while processing of face lock S21 couldn't recongnise his face that's why I prefer A series more.Bcz higher models of A series like A71,A51 got or upcoming A72,A52 will get almost all flagship level features but at lower price

[@jeremycagle19]

Love This guy's reviews.

[@adagiocastleanos8034]

You've helped so much, cheers

[@paulrevere7420]

Can you give feedback on the slow motion options between these two phones? I use that feature often when coaching my son in golf and I am in the market for a new phone. Considering one of these two.

[@konradc12]

I paid £599 for my S20 FE from Argos, during the Black Friday deal. The FE phone has been great in most areas. Good comparison.

[@tgenesis8784]

Best Buy have them on sale for that price now!

[@goodboy905]

Did you get the 5G version for that price?

[@dw300]

£509 on Curry's today with code SAM15 for 15% off. Think it ends 15/02/21 though.

[@goodboy905]

@@dw300 Cool, Thanks mate... 👍

[@goodboy905]

@Benjamin Owuye Jagun The price he quoted was for Exynos version, add £100 more to get Snapdragon.

[@ktsims5220]

This guy is SO funny! Love him!!

[@RasenRendanX]

SD slot is the difference between these two phones for me But learning about that battery is very good information too. Great video even tho I'm a year late

[@MrJerry8159]

Interesting take as some other reviews tend to say there is not much difference between them when you consider the extra money involved to buy the s21. But I do appreciate the review, thanks!

[@linndoria]

Is the S20 FE 5G still worth buying (when on sale again) over the up-coming S21 FE, the released Pixel 6, S10+, or similar phone?

[@slapmetwice4696]

Well I just ordered one and I’m waiting for it to come in, I’m upgrading from an iPhone 8 so the S20FE will definitely be enough for me

[@bhuxtablesmith]

I would actually like someone i.e. you lol to do a comparison between the S20 FE and S21 Plus. As I think that would actually be a better comparison.

[@HassanAli-qc4sw]

Great content! Could you please do a review of the galaxy a12?

[@PropaganderTV]

Great vid, I'll stick with my s20 plus but.. Mm I need that wallpaper please haha

[@User___005]

I would love to go with the latest always if the price difference is not so much.

[@santoryu_3]

$100 difference, id go with the s21

[@edh132]

Cheers Chris, S20 FE would be my choice. Great comparison video.

[@vishalbisht6871]

Fe got wierd bezzle bro

[@jeffalver2047]

I have a question? Does the s20 fe has an astrophotography?

[@clemmyclimclam]

This was super helpful, thank you.

[@l.jlemus5599]

Great video..was gonna spend too much on the s21..but this video changed my mind completely...thank you sir..

[@n3xtx]

Going for the S21 for its smaller size. Prefer my phone to be less bulky.

[@omkarsonavane7738]

Ofcourse the S20 FE 5G model! Recently bought it and its too awesome! Not much noticeable differences in both in actual life considering the extra premium of S21! Good one Samsung!

[@zootbepraised]

What's he camera like for zoom and in low light ? Decent or meh?

[@nixxxon18]

Both great phones and I think the main differnce is the overall phone size. S21 is compact, people who like compact phones (like me) will prefer the S21 obviously.

[@ahanna0912]

Great review, looking to upgrade from my oneplus 7t. Been offered the 9pro and S21 but stupid price's where as the FE is cheaper than my current contract. No brained really, cheers.

[@davehurley26]

Great video just got my S20 fe 5g Monday it's fantastic 😁😁

[@theofficialfuningamez]

I'm currently using S20 FE 5G and i love it 😁

[@simplyshaye1114]

Me too lol I just got it not too long ago

[@mattstrap9422]

Same I really love this phone too. Thing is if I trade in my S20FE I can get a free s21 plus. It's so tempting.

[@Siks1114]

@@mattstrap9422 If you are in a exenos region dont do it if not and you got the money then maybe not a bad trade

[@CrisCheese_]

@@Siks1114 bruh, exynos isnt trash anymore its even better than snapdragon

[@Siks1114]

@@CrisCheese_ I didnt seen a battery comparison yet but im realy hoping so so i can upgrade my s9 to an s21 ultra

[@martin-1965]

Great comparison video, but I realised halfway through that, once again, I'm still pretty happy with my fully paid up ages ago S8+ from the dark, Neolithic times of 2017. Maybe if Samsung hadn't replaced the bloated battery and chucked a new digitizer into the bargain for free about 6 months ago, it might have been showing it's age more. However, I use it for email, photos, phonecalls (yes, I do speak to people using a phone) and messaging mainly. I guess I'm still waiting for a phone to come along that just blows my mind, a revolutionary device of some sort, but for the most part - and I guess this makes me the odd one out here - my phone is not my primary communication device anymore. With video calling, skype (yes I know but...sigh) and old fashioned email etc, I just use my phone mainly as a way of keeping tabs on my bank accounts, contactless payments and for those boring moments when you're waiting around somewhere outside the house (which is rare in these plague years - no good stalking opportunities lol) Both phones looks brilliant of course, but then almost every new flagship range is very similar, and equally excellent, it's hard to go wrong buying a new phone as long as you do a little bit of research in advance. Good times for consistent quality but we're still waiting for the next game changer to arrive.

[@mubashirshah96]

I've been using the S8 from 2017 and today I'm getting my hands on the S20 FE

[@Golf05]

@@mubashirshah96 I just upgraded from the S8 and S9 (wife's) to the S20 FE. I have to admit if it wasn't for the prospects of diminishing upgrades and the eventual loss of battery capacity, I would have kept the older phones for another couple of years - I really loved them. However, I'm quite happy so far with what I've seen from the S20 FE - hopefully they'll last us another 4+ years.

[@wooj82]

@@Golf05 I'm finding the S20 FE camera quite poor compared to the S9, the low light performance is poor, very blurry for moving subjects, on any setting

[@Golf05]

@@wooj82 I'm not seeing those issues. I don't use it alot like some but what I've taken looks really bold and colorful. Have you been keeping up on updates?

[@wooj82]

@@Golf05 Yes, sadly. I take lots of pics of my kids, they're rarely still and often indoors and this phone can't capture a decent shot like my Pixel did

[@bills2north]

Hei from Finland. Heads-up! I got a USB-C TO 3.5mm ADAPTER (DELTACO, a nordic brand). Ask for an 'active' type not passive. FYI, gorilla3 glass on S20 FE sucks, got a tiny nick on the edge of the left side about one mill in size. Not a clue where it happened while in a quality flip case. Hey you're clear, down-on-earth & funny so I subbed. Good job!!

[@allenramsey1825]

I'll go with the S20 FE. Thank you for the great comparison.

[@thesr2261]

I want both, a mixture if i may say: S21 FE 5G will be perfect 👌👌

[@armchaircritech]

Apart from Camera tech in S21,S20 fe sounds better on paper ....especially with the Snapdragon on board .How is the brightness measured though?

[@zues121510]

Can I ask why you're calling it glasstic if it's just plastic. It's a marketting term not an actual material AFAIK.

[@sandramitic8948]

Those stands look great, mind sharing the brand ...?

[@sassygirl6407]

I pre-ordered the S21 yesterday, receiving it friday. Pretty curious, but I hope there is a way around the fact they don't have a notification led anymore. I hope I don't have to light up my screen every single time I wasn't with my phone and wanna know if I missed a message. Very dissapointed they took the notification led out 😣

[@stevekettner6026]

If you already own the S20 and you're thinking about upgrading to the S21 do not do it!! You will lose 4 gigabytes of RAM you will lose your SD card which is extra storage for your phone unlike iPhone 🤔 Why!! You will also lose your screen resolution it only is capable of 1080p now the Samsung S20 does 4K & Beyond Also it feels much cheaper plastic back?? Also the camera protrudes from the back of the phone on the corner so if you drop it you'll damage the camera way easier the glass over the camera I would advise anyone to stay away from the S21 and just stick with the s20 it's a far better phone you can get it for the same price cuz it's a year old now.

[@sassygirl6407]

@@stevekettner6026 I actually still own the S8 now. I don't know how much difference there is between the S8 and the S21, but I like the S8. It's just getting old 🙂

[@stevekettner6026]

@@sassygirl6407 I would just get to s20 it's far better the s 21 it's like a downgrade I have owned every year from the S5 all the way up to the s20 and the s20 is by far the best it's even better than the S21 they took off too many things and they downgraded the resolution of the screen I have also seen the Samsung Galaxy s20 for around $550 on eBay OfferUp and Craigslist

[@tgenesis8784]

I was going to by a s20 Fe but I ordered the galaxy S21 I got a better deal, can’t wait to get my new phone!!

[@nokdanu]

Same 👍👍

[@tgenesis8784]

@@nokdanu which color did you order?

[@nokdanu]

Gray!😁

[@tgenesis8784]

@@nokdanu Ya that's going to nice, that one changes colors too!

[@kpatt2006]

I chose to throw in a tab s7 for an extra $196 after samsung discounts/credits and coupon codes. I'll be happy enough with the S21 for the great deal on it with trade-in and credits, and a bonus that it's unlocked so no carrier nonsense controlling me lol.

[@crispchaos]

Thank you for this review I needed this before picking which one to get. Finally time to trade in my S10 + and upgrade.

[@jenniferbadillo6375]

Me too which are you choosing? Great trade in prices through Samsung now.

[@StarUnknown]

@@jenniferbadillo6375 Yeah Im also upgrading from the 10+ I went with the FE mainly because of SD Card. Also Samsung had a Sale this weekend and I got it for $149.00 with trade in of my 10+

[@bulkamaniauk7295]

Looking forward to trying out my Samsung S20 FE 5G just arrived today

[@stevesimonetti9669]

Went with the S21 in the US via T-Mobile. The 256 version was $849 and they gave me $800 trade in value for my old S9+. No brainer for me based on only $49 out of pocket.

[@ChevelleRocks88]

$800 trade in! Holy crap

[@Golf05]

@@ChevelleRocks88 Late to the party but this sounds like a subsidized purchase, not a trade-in. Is the phone unlocked or did you have to sign a contract withT-Mobile to get this deal?

[@in2natur316]

My s20 fe unlock as fast like the S21. You can shut of the animation of fingerprint animation. I do miss physical rear sensor I got used to have before.

[@thinurawijeratne5986]

Nah that's impossible dude - the S21 uses a 3D scanner where as the s20e uses an optical one. It's not that big of a difference, but the s21 is definitely faster

[@davidfence6939]

@@thinurawijeratne5986 and it matters why? I guess if your phone is glued to your hand and going to explode if you don't use the app to shut it down...

[@thinurawijeratne5986]

@@davidfence6939 I'm just stating facts man. The choice honestly depends on what you want. But I for one would rather opt for a flagship than a fan edition of one

[@edwinleechuanhao]

@@thinurawijeratne5986 can you share your reasons for preferring the flagship please? I'm genuinely curious as I'm still on the fence between the 2 phones. On the surface, the S20 Fe sounds great in terms of size, battery and price so I'm interested in hearing ur thoughts on the s21

[@thinurawijeratne5986]

@@edwinleechuanhao On paper, it seems like the s20 fe is really good compared to the S21. The main reason why I picked the flagship is because of the processing speed. It is just so quick, and makes my life much easier. I also think that the 6.5 inch display is overkill and wouldn't necessarily be that easy to use, especially in ome hand. The camer of the s21 series is also leaps and bounds ahead of the s20 fe. But the s21's major drawback is its battery capacity. Given the mad processing and functionality of the phone and the smaller battery capacity, the s21 will drain faster than the s20fe. However, that's not a problem for me cause I have access to charging apst everywhere I go.

[@playerraja2483]

Subscribed, thanks.

[@morgancalvi6675]

How is the video quality on a Samsung S20 (I hear it has a 108 MP camera) and what camera did you use to film this video?

[@podge1549]

I'm looking forward to buy the S21 once the price comes down a wee bit

[@nixxxon18]

Same here. I can get it for 799€ already but its still a bit too much for my budget. I'll get it when it goes down to less than 700€. :)

[@grandadmiralthrawn8116]

I just got one for free by trading in my XR

[@Tactify24]

@@nixxxon18 I got mine for $75 dollars thanks to insane trade in values

[@thinurawijeratne5986]

I pre ordered it, and I've been using it for 4 days and it simply is amazing

[@wcjgibbs3945]

But if you preorder it you get free Samsung buds live and a smart tag

[@hannaha.3874]

I still have my s9 and my phone plan allows me to now upgrade through trade in, thank you for this review. Honestly the lack of sd card is a deal breaker for me :/

[@norge696]

If you just finished paying your phone off that's why they're asking.

[@alexteeling9674]

Hi there my name is Alex I enjoyed the video of the S 20 and Fe what is the difference in the lead how long does it take to charge if you have a Samsung watch on your on your phone phone

[@manuelka15]

Hi Chris! Nice comparison. Now, between an s20FE and an s10e, wich one would you recommend? I don't know which one to get, and the s10e is 15% cheaper where I live.

[@manuelka15]

@Sphy Yes, Argentina.

[@adagiocastleanos8034]

The best youtuber💯

[@QAnyui]

I've been waiting for this comparison. As a result, I will buy S20 FE 5G. The only differences about this phone will be battery capacity and telephoto camera. The 64MP telephoto camera is not worth going extra when S20 FE manages to outscore and performs the same as other aspect from S21. Thanks bud!

[@lockhandle8276]

I was also waiting for this review. I would personally steer away from S20FE just because in my region I'll be getting the Exynos 990 version, which is crap. The S21, on the other hand, will get the Exynos 2100, which according to reviews, is great. I also like the size, and the screen to body ratio on the S21. The battery on the S20FE is going to be slightly better but with modern fast charging, I don't think its an issue....

[@Andrew-it7fb]

@@EeBee97 the 5g isn't available in all countries.

[@Andrew-it7fb]

@@EeBee97 nope. Some countries don't have 5g coverage or very little, so samsung didn't release the 5g version everywhere.

[@SEAN31680]

The s20 fe's zoom shots also contain more detail than the s21's, because there it's 8mp 3x optical zoom vs digital zoom provided by cropping from the 64mp sensor

[@Rayneman215]

Fantastic video salute and Bless

[@camilafloresmiranda5115]

Hi, can you do a comparisson between S20 and S21? I have an S20 and I have big issues with battery and warming, and I have to know if in the s21 this get fixed or if it's better so I can upgrade my S20 to an S21 :D

[@SuperKiko112]

Ahhhh finally a good video to download the brownload

[@PaulJames-uz5yl]

got my FE 5G...love it, won't be changing for a few years :-)

[@jacoblam8433]

any touch issue? I saw some video about that

[@141290KAPIL]

@@jacoblam8433 touch issues finally resolved in the latest update.

[@SEAN31680]

@@jacoblam8433 I've also got the s20 fe 5g still running on android 10 with oneui 2.5 and I've never experienced any touch-input-issues

[@jacoblam8433]

@@141290KAPIL ok. thanks

[@jacoblam8433]

@@SEAN31680 ok. thanks

[@corey7219]

I use the MST part of samsung pay ALL THE TIME! I constantly suprise people when they say "oh. apple pay won't work at this payment terminal". When it does, everybody is impressed! I also have a 256gb sd card almost filled up to the brim (128gb internal storage as well). 2 items I use on my s20 FE all the time!

[@hamptonhardy]

Does the S21 have a HW Proximity Sensor rather than a virtual sensor like on the S20FE?