OnePlus Nord 2T vs Samsung Galaxy A21s
The OnePlus Nord 2T (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300, while the Samsung Galaxy A21s (2020) runs on the Exynos 850; estimated prices are $380 and $215. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord 2T leads — 28/100 vs 19/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A21s has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP.
OnePlus Nord 2T
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 190g vs 192g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 25/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 60/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Cheaper: $215 vs $380
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 84/100)
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 2T vs the Samsung Galaxy A21s, the OnePlus Nord 2T scores 9 points higher (28/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T leads (37/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s leads (95/100 vs 84/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (37/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Samsung Galaxy A21s are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Samsung Galaxy A21s are nearly equal (62/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s is a bit better (95/100 vs 84/100).
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 2T | Samsung Galaxy A21s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | Exynos 850 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 234339 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 836 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 11, OxygenOS 12.1 | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 159.1×73.2×8.2 mm | 163.7×75.3×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 192 g | |
| Price | $380 | $215 |
OnePlus Nord 2T
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $165. Samsung Galaxy A21s is cheaper by $165.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (37/100 vs 25/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Samsung Galaxy A21s are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Samsung Galaxy A21s are nearly equal (62/100 vs 60/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s is a bit better (95/100 vs 84/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 2T or the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The OnePlus Nord 2T edges out the Samsung Galaxy A21s by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The OnePlus Nord 2T has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Samsung Galaxy A21s — 19/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 2T or the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The OnePlus Nord 2T leads on camera score (37/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 2T over the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The OnePlus Nord 2T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A21s is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.