Samsung Galaxy A21s vs Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5
The Samsung Galaxy A21s (2020) runs on the Exynos 850, while the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (2021) runs on the Exynos 850. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A21s leads — 29/100 vs 21/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A21s has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 16 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 is noticeably lighter (172g vs 192g).
Samsung Galaxy A21s
Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 16MP
- Better camera (30/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 12/100)
- Lighter: 172g vs 192g
- Better display (45/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A21s vs the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5, the Samsung Galaxy A21s scores 8 points higher (29/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s leads (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s leads (52/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 16/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (52/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A21s | Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 850 | Exynos 850 | |
| AnTuTu | 234339 | 234339 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 836 | 836 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 5.3" PLS IPS | |
| Resolution | — | 720x1480 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 16 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 64GB | |
| OS | — | Android 11, One UI 2.0 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.3×8.9 mm | 147.1×71.6×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 172 g | |
| Launch price | $215 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5
- Main: 16MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5
- 5.3" PLS IPS
- Resolution: 720x1480
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy A21s and Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 16/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (30/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (52/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A21s or the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5?
The Samsung Galaxy A21s edges out the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A21s and the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5?
The Samsung Galaxy A21s has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 — 21/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A21s or the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5?
The Samsung Galaxy A21s leads on camera score (30/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A21s over the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5?
The Samsung Galaxy A21s is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 is a better fit for everyday use.