Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) vs Google Pixel XE
Quick Comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has better RAM than Google Pixel XE. In terms of display resolution, Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has better resolution of 2400 x 1080 than Google Pixel XE which has resolution of 2340 x 1080. Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has more internal memory than Google Pixel XE
| Name | Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) | Google Pixel XE |
| RAM | 8 GB | 6 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.2 in | 6 in |
| Internal Memory | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4080 mAh |
| Camera | 64 MP + 12 MP + 12 MP Triple | 16 MP + 12.2 MP Dual |
| Price | Rs. 73999 | Rs. 39999 |
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Detailed Comparison
Price And Launch
The launch Date of the first phone is January 14, 2021. The cost of Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) is Rs. 73999. The cost of Google Pixel XE is Rs. 39999.
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has larger screen size of 6.2 inches in comparison to Google Pixel XE's 6 inch screen. Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has Screen type where as Google Pixel XE has OLED Screen type. Google's phone has display density of 432 PPI & Samsung's phone has only 421 PPI display density. In terms of screen to body ratio, Samsung's phone has better screen to body ratio of ~ 87.2% than Google's phone ~ 85.9%. Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has 20:9 aspect ratio where as Google Pixel XE has 19.5:9 aspect ratio.
Memory comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s larger 8 GB RAM is better for playing games and all with respect to Google Pixel XE's lower 6 GB RAM. Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has more Internal Memory (256 GB) than Google Pixel XE (128 GB).
Camera comparison
Google Pixel XE's 16 MP + 12.2 MP Dual Rear Camera outshines Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s 64 MP + 12 MP + 12 MP Triple Rear Camera in terms of resolution. Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) will be better choice if you're looking to click lot of selfies as it has better 10 MP Front Camera in comparison to Google Pixel XE's 8 MP Front Camera.
Technical comparison
Both the phones has Android Operating System but the first one runs on version 10 and the second one on 11 version.
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Full Comparison
| Name | Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) | Google Pixel XE |
| General | ||
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano+Nano SIM | Nano+eSIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone | Smartphone |
| Release Date | January 14, 2021 | |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions | 71.2 x 151.7 x 7.9 mm | 70.4 x 144.7 x 8 mm |
| Weight | 169 g | 151 g |
| Display | ||
| Type | Color Dynamic AMOLED 2X (16M Colors) | Color OLED Screen (16M Colors) |
| Touch | Yes | Yes |
| Size | 6.2 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels, 120 Hz | 6 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels, 90 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 19.5:9 |
| PPI | ~ 421 PPI | ~ 432 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 87.2% | ~ 85.9% |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus | Corning Gorilla Glass 6 |
| Features | Always-on Display, HDR10+ | Always-on Display, HDR10+ |
| Notch | Yes, Punch Hole | Yes, Punch Hole |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 6 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 2.1 |
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPRS | Yes | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes | Yes |
| 3G | Yes | Yes |
| 4G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| VoLTE | Yes, Dual Stand-By | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.0, A2DP, LE | Yes, v5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| USB | Yes, USB-C v3.2 | Yes, USB-C v3.1 |
| USB Features | USB on-the-go, USB Charging | USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
| Extra | ||
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, BDS |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, In Display | Yes, Rear |
| Face Unlock | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Barometer | Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Barometer |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | No | No |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Water Resistance | Yes, 1.5 m upto 30 min | No |
| IP Rating | IP68 | |
| Dust Resistant | Yes | No |
| Camera | ||
| Rear Camera | 12 MP f/1.8 (Wide Angle) 64 MP f/2 (Telephoto) 12 MP f/2.2 (Ultra Wide) | 12.2 MP f/1.7 (Wide Angle) 16 MP f/2.2 (Ultra Wide) with autofocus |
| Features | Auto-HDR, Panorama | Auto-HDR, Panorama |
| Video Recording | 8K @ 24 fps UHD, 4K @ 30/60 fps UHD, 1080p @ 240/30/60 fps FHD, 720p @ 960 fps HD | 4K @ 30 fps UHD, 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Flash | Yes, LED | Yes, LED |
| Front Camera | Punch Hole 10 MP f/2.2 (Wide Angle) | Punch Hole 8 MP f/2 (Wide Angle) |
| Front Video Recording | 4K @ 30/60 fps UHD, 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Technical | ||
| OS | Android v10 | Android v11 |
| Chipset | Samsung Exynos 2100 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G |
| CPU | 2.9 GHz, Octa Core Processor | 2.4 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| Core Details | 1x2.9 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.80 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A55 | 1x2.4 GHz Kryo 475 Prime & 1x2.2 GHz Kryo 475 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 475 Silver |
| GPU | Mali-G78 MP14 | Adreno 620 |
| Java | No | No |
| Browser | Yes | Yes, supports HTML5 |
| Multimedia | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Music | Yes | Yes |
| Video | Yes | Yes |
| FM Radio | No | No |
| Document Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Type | Non-Removable Battery | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 4000 mAh, Li-Po Battery | 4080 mAh |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 25W Fast Charging | Yes, 18W Fast Charging |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, 15W | Yes |
| Reverse Charging | Yes, 4.5W | Yes |