Galaxy A21s vs Realme 7 (Global)
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Galaxy A21s
Starting at
£60.24£219.00 new
Realme 7 (Global)
Starting at
£115.00What's the difference between the Galaxy A21s and Realme 7 (Global)?
Galaxy A21s vs Realme 7 (Global) comes down to the chipset, RAM and screen size. Refurbished, the Galaxy A21s starts at £60.24, £54.76 less than the Realme 7 (Global).
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- Chipset: Exynos 850 on the Galaxy A21s, Mediatek MT6785V/CD Helio G95 (12 nm) on the Realme 7 (Global).
- The Realme 7 (Global) has more RAM: 6 GB vs 3 GB.
- Screen size: 6.5 inch on the Galaxy A21s, 6,5 inch on the Realme 7 (Global).
Galaxy A21s vs Realme 7 (Global) specs
The Galaxy A21s and Realme 7 (Global) both come from 2020 and offer similar battery sizes and Android operating systems. The Realme 7 stands out with a higher resolution screen and more RAM, which suits users who want sharper visuals and smoother multitasking. The Galaxy A21s offers smaller storage options and a single SIM slot, making it suitable for everyday use with simpler needs. Both phones have unlocked 4G connectivity and microSDXC slots, but the Realme 7 supports dual physical SIMs, which is useful if you want to manage two numbers on one device.
Galaxy A21s vs Realme 7 (Global) price
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Galaxy A21s vs Realme 7 (Global) battery life and software updates
Both phones share key durability features such as battery capacity and basic operating system, which are important for daily use and longevity.
Battery Capacity
Both the Galaxy A21s and Realme 7 have a 5000 mAh battery. This means you can expect similar battery life, suitable for extended use throughout the day without frequent charging.
Operating System
Both devices run on Android, providing access to a wide range of apps and features. This ensures a familiar experience for Android users regardless of your choice.
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Galaxy A21s vs Realme 7 (Global) performance
Performance differences between these two phones come down to chipset power, RAM, and storage options, which affect how smoothly apps run and how much data you can store.
Chipset Power
The Galaxy A21s uses the Exynos 850 chipset, while the Realme 7 features the Mediatek MT6785V/CD Helio G95 (12 nm). The Helio G95 is designed to offer stronger performance, benefiting users who run more demanding apps or multitask frequently.
Memory Capacity
The Galaxy A21s comes with 3 GB of RAM, ideal for everyday tasks and basic app use. The Realme 7 offers 6 GB of RAM, which helps keep more apps open and provides smoother handling of multiple functions at once.
Storage Options
The Galaxy A21s is available in 32GB and 64GB versions, giving you a choice based on your storage needs. The Realme 7 comes with 64GB, providing a larger fixed capacity suitable for more apps, photos, and media.
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Galaxy A21s vs Realme 7 (Global) screen
Screen quality is a key difference, affecting your viewing experience for video, gaming, and browsing. Both phones have the same size screen but differ in resolution and display technology.
Screen Resolution
The Galaxy A21s has a resolution of 720 x 1600, making it suitable for everyday viewing. The Realme 7 offers a higher resolution of 1080 x 2400, giving sharper images and more detail, which benefits users who watch high-definition content or prefer crisper visuals.
Screen Type
The Galaxy A21s uses a PLS LCD screen, while the Realme 7 has an IPS LCD. Both provide clear and bright displays, but IPS technology generally offers wider viewing angles and more accurate colours, which can enhance your viewing experience.
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Galaxy A21s vs Realme 7 (Global) camera
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Galaxy A21s vs Realme 7 (Global) size and design
Several smaller differences affect how you use the phones day to day, including size, SIM options, and weight.
SIM Card Options
The Galaxy A21s supports a single physical SIM card, which suits users with one mobile number. The Realme 7 supports dual physical SIMs, ideal if you want to manage two numbers on the same device.
Device Dimensions and Weight
The Galaxy A21s is slightly taller at 163.7 mm and thinner at 8.9 mm, weighing 192 g. The Realme 7 is a bit shorter at 162.3 mm, thicker at 9.4 mm, and weighs 196 g. These small differences may affect how the phones feel in your hand or pocket.
Storage Expansion
Both phones have microSDXC card slots, allowing you to expand storage easily if you need more space for files and media.
Carrier Compatibility
Both devices are unlocked and compatible with 4G networks, giving you flexibility with your choice of mobile provider.
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Galaxy A21s or Realme 7 (Global): which should you buy?
Buy the Galaxy A21s if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £60.24, £54.76 less than the Realme 7 (Global)
- you want a lighter build (192 g vs 196 g)
Buy the Realme 7 (Global) if
- you want more RAM (6 GB vs 3 GB)
Galaxy A21s vs Realme 7 (Global) FAQs
Galaxy A21s vs Realme 7 (Global) comes down to the chipset, RAM and screen size. Chipset: Exynos 850 on the Galaxy A21s, Mediatek MT6785V/CD Helio G95 (12 nm) on the Realme 7 (Global). The Realme 7 (Global) has more RAM: 6 GB vs 3 GB.
The Galaxy A21s is cheaper refurbished, from £60.24 compared with £115 for the Realme 7 (Global).
Both have the same battery: 5000 mAh.
The Galaxy A21s no longer gets updates. We don't have published update dates for the Realme 7 (Global).
Refurbished, the Galaxy A21s comes in 32GB and 64GB, and the Realme 7 (Global) in 64GB.
