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Galaxy A21s

Starting at

£60.24£219.00 new
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Huawei P30 Lite

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£79.00
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(171 reviews)
(168 reviews)

What's the difference between the Galaxy A21s and Huawei P30 Lite?

Galaxy A21s vs Huawei P30 Lite comes down to the RAM, battery and screen size. Refurbished, the Galaxy A21s starts at £60.24, £18.76 less than the Huawei P30 Lite. The Galaxy A21s is the newer model, released in 2020.

Refurbished from

£60.24£79

RAM

3 GB4 GB

Battery

5000 mAh3340 mAh

Screen size

6.5 inch6.15 inch

Screen type

PLS LCDIPS LCD

Front camera

13 megapixels24 megapixels
  • The Huawei P30 Lite has more RAM: 4 GB vs 3 GB.
  • The Galaxy A21s has a bigger battery: 5000 mAh vs 3340 mAh.
  • The Galaxy A21s has a bigger screen: 6.5 inch vs 6.15 inch.

Galaxy A21s vs Huawei P30 Lite specs

The Galaxy A21s and Huawei P30 Lite differ in key areas that suit different users. The Galaxy A21s has a larger battery capacity, making it a good choice if long battery life is important. It offers 3 GB of RAM and storage options starting at 32GB, which suits everyday use. The Huawei P30 Lite has more RAM and higher storage options up to 128GB, which help with multitasking and storing more data. The P30 Lite also has a higher resolution screen with a sharper display in a smaller size, suitable for users who prioritise screen clarity. The front camera on the P30 Lite captures more detail, while both phones share the same main camera resolution. Dimensions and weight differ, with the Galaxy A21s being larger and heavier. Both phones run Android and support 4G on unlocked networks.

Galaxy A21s vs Huawei P30 Lite price

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Galaxy A21s vs Huawei P30 Lite battery life and software updates

Battery life and software support are important for the daily use and longevity of a phone.

Battery Capacity

The Galaxy A21s has a 5000 mAh battery, which is suited to users who want longer usage between charges for activities like browsing and video watching. The Huawei P30 Lite has a 3340 mAh battery, which may require more frequent charging during the day but keeps the device lighter and more compact.

Operating System

Both phones run Android, providing access to a wide range of apps and services familiar to many users.

Battery

5000 mAh3340 mAh

Fast charging

15 WN/A

Foldable

NoNo

Software updates

EndedN/A

Year of release

20202019

Galaxy A21s vs Huawei P30 Lite performance

Chipset

Exynos 850N/A

RAM

3 GB4 GB

Galaxy A21s vs Huawei P30 Lite screen

Screen size, resolution and type affect how you experience videos, photos and reading on your phone. The Galaxy A21s and Huawei P30 Lite differ in these areas, suiting different viewing preferences.

Screen Size and Resolution

The Galaxy A21s has a larger 6.5 inch screen, making it suitable for users who want more space for video or web browsing. Its resolution of 720 x 1600 means the display is clear but less sharp than the Huawei P30 Lite's 1080 x 2312 resolution, which offers finer detail and sharper images on its smaller 6.15 inch screen.

Screen Type

The Galaxy A21s uses a PLS LCD screen type, while the Huawei P30 Lite features an IPS LCD. Both screen types provide good colour and viewing angles, but the difference may be subtle in everyday use. The P30 Lite's screen technology supports its higher resolution for clear, vibrant display quality.

Resolution

720 x 16001080 x 2312

Screen size

6.5 inch6.15 inch

Screen type

PLS LCDIPS LCD

Galaxy A21s vs Huawei P30 Lite camera

Camera quality often guides phone choice, especially for photography enthusiasts or frequent selfie takers. Both phones share a main camera resolution but differ in front camera detail.

Main Camera

Both the Galaxy A21s and Huawei P30 Lite have a 48 megapixel main camera, which suits users who want detailed photos for everyday snapshots and social media.

Front Camera

The Huawei P30 Lite has a 24 megapixel front camera, capturing more detail in selfies and video calls. The Galaxy A21s has a 13 megapixel front camera, which still performs well for video chats and casual self-portraits but with less detail than the P30 Lite.

Camera type

N/ATriple

Front camera

13 megapixels24 megapixels

Main camera

48 megapixels48 megapixels

Galaxy A21s vs Huawei P30 Lite size and design

Physical dimensions, storage options, network compatibility and expandable storage impact how a phone fits your needs and lifestyle. The Galaxy A21s and Huawei P30 Lite offer choices that suit different preferences.

Storage Options

The Galaxy A21s is available in 32GB and 64GB storage models, suitable for users with moderate storage needs. The Huawei P30 Lite offers 64GB and 128GB options, which help if you store more apps, photos or media on your device.

Size and Weight

The Galaxy A21s is taller, wider and deeper at 163.7 mm by 75.3 mm by 8.9 mm, and weighs 192 g. This larger size suits users who prefer a bigger screen and do not mind extra weight. The Huawei P30 Lite is more compact and lighter, measuring 152.9 mm by 72.7 mm by 7.4 mm and weighing 159 g, which is easier to handle and carry.

Network and Expandability

Both phones support 4G mobile networks and come unlocked, giving freedom to choose your carrier. They both use physical SIM cards and support microSDXC cards for expanding storage, allowing you to add more space for files and apps.

Carrier compatibility

UnlockedUnlocked

Connector

N/AUSB-C + Jack 3.5mm

Depth

8.9 mm7.4 mm

Height

163.7 mm152.9 mm

Mobile network

4G4G

Release date

19 June 2020N/A

SD card slot

microSDXCmicroSDXC

SIM card

Physical SIMPhysical SIM

Weight

192 g159 g

Width

75.3 mm72.7 mm

Galaxy A21s or Huawei P30 Lite: which should you buy?

Buy the Galaxy A21s if

  • you want to spend less: it starts at £60.24, £18.76 less than the Huawei P30 Lite
  • you want a bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3340 mAh)
  • you want a bigger screen (6.5 inch vs 6.15 inch)

Buy the Huawei P30 Lite if

  • you want more RAM (4 GB vs 3 GB)
  • you want a higher-resolution front camera (24 megapixels vs 13 megapixels)
  • you want a lighter build (159 g vs 192 g)

What our customers say

Customers say the Galaxy A21s looks like new and performs well for everyday use. Many note the phone's good condition and reliability, with some buying multiple units for family. Some mention initial setup difficulties but generally report satisfaction with how the phone works for casual use. The larger size and battery capacity suit users who want longer usage and a bigger display.

The Huawei P30 Lite receives praise for its condition and battery health, with users finding it easy to set up and appreciating the screen quality. Some customers note the battery needs charging more often with normal use. The phone's lighter weight and more compact size appeal to those looking for something easy to hold. The higher front camera resolution is valued for selfies and video calls.

Both phones suit different needs: the Galaxy A21s fits users prioritising battery life and screen size, while the Huawei P30 Lite suits those wanting sharper display and higher storage capacity.

Galaxy A21s vs Huawei P30 Lite FAQs

Galaxy A21s vs Huawei P30 Lite comes down to the RAM, battery and screen size. The Huawei P30 Lite has more RAM: 4 GB vs 3 GB. The Galaxy A21s has a bigger battery: 5000 mAh vs 3340 mAh.

The Galaxy A21s is cheaper refurbished, from £60.24 compared with £79 for the Huawei P30 Lite.

The Galaxy A21s has a bigger battery: 5000 mAh vs 3340 mAh.

Both have the same main camera: 48 megapixels.

The Galaxy A21s no longer gets updates. We don't have published update dates for the Huawei P30 Lite.

Refurbished, the Galaxy A21s comes in 32GB and 64GB, and the Huawei P30 Lite in 64GB and 128GB.

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