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Florence Ion
Gizmodo
“The Galaxy S21 FE 5G may be for Samsung super-fans, but it’s arriving way too late and with too few features to make it worth buying.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Powerful Snapdragon 888 processor
- Solid camera system with 32‑MP selfie
- Impressive 6.4‑inch 2400 × 1800 dynamic AMOLED panel
- Reasonable price point
- Premium feel
- 120 Hz refresh rate
Points of Contention
- Touchscreen oversensitivity and poor edge touch rejection
- Battery life below average for a 4,500 mAh cell
- Timing: released a year after S21 launch and just before S22
- Plastic shell
- 6 GB RAM
Professional Reviews
2 reviews from 2 critics60
Adam Doud
Digital Trends
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G offers strong performance and a high-quality display at a competitive price, but suffers from poor battery life, touch sensitivity issues, and outdated hardware. Its late release timing and stiff competition from newer models make it a difficult recommendation despite its flagship features.
