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Samsung Galaxy A21s (SM-A217F/DS 64GB/6GB) vs Nokia N70 (2G)

Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy A21s vs Nokia N70 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Nokia N70 X Samsung Galaxy A21s (SM-A217F/DS 64GB/6GB) 30Points
6.5"
PLS

720x1600

48
MP

13mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
2.1"
TFT

176x208

2
MP
32MB
RAM

Single-core

970
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy A21s (SM-A217F/DS 64GB/6GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Galaxy A21s (SM-A217F/DS 64GB/6GB)} 30 Advantages Samsung Galaxy A21s (SM-A217F/DS 64GB/6GB) vs N70 (2G)} 2 Advantages Nokia N70 (2G)
+2GHz 64bit Octa-core (8nm)17 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs220MHz 32bit Single-core
+6GB LPDDR4X191 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs32MB SDRAM
+64GB (48GB available)2233 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs48MB (22MB available)
+Until 512GB microSD, microSDXC255 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsUntil 2GB MMC
+8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)156%
Thinner
vs22.8 millimeters (0.9 inches)
+TFT PLSAdvantage
TFT PLS display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT LCD
+16 million61 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
vs260 thousand
+720x1600 pixels30 times
Higher resolution screen
vs176x208 pixels
+270 PPI108%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs130 PPI
+6.5"2 times
Larger screen
vs2.1"
+(quad camera) 48MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP30 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 2MP
+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
vsNot supported
+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
vsNot supported
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsNot supported
+(front) 13MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
vsNot supported
+Full HD (1920x1080)19 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsCIF (352x288)
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)69 times
More apps available to download and use
vs50000 apps (Nokia Ovi Store)
+4G LTE-AAdvantage
The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster
vs2G EDGE
+(4G LTE-A) 300 Mbps1270 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(2G EDGE) 0.236 Mbps
+Capacitive MultitouchAdvantage
The touch screen facilitates the use of the device
vsNot supported
+Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Face unlock 2D, Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted), Virtual ambient light sensor, Proximity sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+5000 mAh4 times
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs970 mAh
+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
vsNot supported
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
vsproprietary audio output
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
vsNot supported
+A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDouAdvantage
It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device
vsNot supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
vsNot supported
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs2.0
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsUSB 2.0 proprietary connector
192 grams (6.72 ounces)vs+125 grams (4.38 ounces)54%
Lighter
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)vs+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily

9 Common items in both devices
Plastic body, glass front / Plastic body
60Hz
LED flash
Only digital zoom
Hands-free calling
Vibrating alert
Mono sound (not stereo)
+2 specs and more in the table below

Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.

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๐Ÿ“ฑ Model features

Galaxy A21s (SM-A217F/DS 64GB/6GB)Nokia N70 (2G)
ModelGalaxy A21s (SM-A217F/DS 64GB/6GB)N70 (2G)
Other model namesGalaxy A21s SM-A217F/Dual-Sim (64GB + 6GB RAM)Nokia N70-5, Nokia N70 2G
Country or region availablePhilippinesIndiaIndonesiaMalaysiaMyanmarThailandVietnam
Philippines, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam
feature not registered
BrandSamsungNokia
Release date6/2/2020, Announced: 5/15/202011/1/2005, Announced: 9/1/2005
Depth8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)22.8 millimeters (0.9 inches)
Size (width x height)75.3 x 163.7 millimeters (2.96 x 6.44 in)53 x 108.8 millimeters (2.09 x 4.28 in)
Weight192 grams (6.72 ounces)125 grams (4.38 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontPlastic body
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿ“ฒ Display

Galaxy A21s (SM-A217F/DS 64GB/6GB)Nokia N70 (2G)
Display typeTFT PLSTFT LCD
Screen size6.5" inches2.1" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~82.8% (screen-to-body ratio)~24.3% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution720x1600 pixels (20:9)176x208 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchNot supported
Pixel density (dot pitch)270 PPI130 PPI
Colors16 million260 thousand
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedNot supported
Refresh rate60Hz60Hz
Display featuresNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿค– Operating System

Galaxy A21s (SM-A217F/DS 64GB/6GB)Nokia N70 (2G)
System versionAndroid 10Symbian 8.1 S60 2nd Edition Feature Pack 2
Firmware updateAndroid 12feature not registered
User InterfaceOne UI 2.0 / 3.1 / 4.1feature not registered

โš™๏ธ Processor

Galaxy A21s (SM-A217F/DS 64GB/6GB)Nokia N70 (2G)
Chipset64bit: Samsung Exynos 850 (8nm)32bit: Texas Instruments OMAP 1710
CPUOcta-core, 1 processor:
8x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A55 (Octa-core)
Single-core, 1 processor:
1x 220MHz ARM926TEJ (Single-core)
GPU graphical controllerARM Mali-G52 MP1feature not registered
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ’ฝ Memory and storage

Galaxy A21s (SM-A217F/DS 64GB/6GB)Nokia N70 (2G)
RAM memory6GB LPDDR4X32MB SDRAM
Internal storage64GB (48GB available)
eMMC 5.1
48MB (22MB available)
External storageUntil 512GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)
Until 2GB MMC
(dedicated slot)

๐Ÿ“ถ Mobile networks

Galaxy A21s (SM-A217F/DS 64GB/6GB)Nokia N70 (2G)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
Not supported
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload300/150 Mbps0.236 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Tri-Band 900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1900/2100Not supported
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat7/13 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
Not supported
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-ACSD, HSCSD, GPRS, EDGE
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1900/2100Not supported
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat7/13 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-ANot supported

๐Ÿ“ท Camera

Galaxy A21s (SM-A217F/DS 64GB/6GB)Nokia N70 (2G)
Back camera (main camera)(quad camera)
48 megapixels
8MP ultrawide f/2.21/4"1.12ยตm123ยฐ
2MP macro f/2.4
2MP depth f/2.4
2 megapixels
Main camera resolution8000x6000 pixels1600x1200 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fpsCIF (352x288) 15 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/2.0 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal length26mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/2" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size0.8ยตm pixelfeature not registered
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusNot supported
Touch focusSupportedNot supported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationNot supported
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionNot supported
BSI sensorNot supportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo on both camerasNot supported
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ“ธ Front camera

Galaxy A21s (SM-A217F/DS 64GB/6GB)Nokia N70 (2G)
Front camera (secondary)13 megapixelsNot supported
Front camera resolution4128x3096 pixelsNot supported
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)Not supported
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor size1/3.1" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1.12ยตm pixelfeature not registered

๐Ÿ”‰ Sound and multimedia

Galaxy A21s (SM-A217F/DS 64GB/6GB)Nokia N70 (2G)
LoudspeakerMono sound (not stereo)Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more1 microphone
RadioFMFM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMPEG4, H.263, 3GPP
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, AAC+, AMR, RA

๐Ÿ”Œ Connectivity

Galaxy A21s (SM-A217F/DS 64GB/6GB)Nokia N70 (2G)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C reversible connectorUSB 2.0 proprietary connector
Audio output3.5mm jackproprietary audio output
TV outputNot supportedNot supported
Bluetooth5.0 + A2DP/LE2.0
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
Not supported
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDouNot supported
NFCNot supportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿงญ Sensors

Galaxy A21s (SM-A217F/DS 64GB/6GB)Nokia N70 (2G)
SensorsAccelerometer
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Virtual ambient light sensor
Not supported
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

๐Ÿ”‹ Battery

Galaxy A21s (SM-A217F/DS 64GB/6GB)Nokia N70 (2G)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BL-5C
Battery capacity5000 mAh970 mAh
Charger, watts15W (9V/1.67A) Wired fast chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedNot supported
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered4 hours
Standbyfeature not registered265 hours (11 days)

โž• Other features

Galaxy A21s (SM-A217F/DS 64GB/6GB)Nokia N70 (2G)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS, MMS, E-mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedNot supported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5feature not registered
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneousโ€ข Colors: Black, White, Blue, Redโ€ข Colors: Silver, Pearl
โ€ข 64MB DV-RS-MMC card included
โ€ข Video Call front camera
โ€ข Java framework

โ˜ข๏ธ Radiation rate

Galaxy A21s (SM-A217F/DS 64GB/6GB)Nokia N70 (2G)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)0.422W/kg (head), 1.544W/kg (body)feature not registered
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