Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (SM-G990E/DS 128GB/6GB) vs LG K32 (K200QM)

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Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy S21 FE vs LG K32 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

1/19/2022 5:13 PM, updated: 9/27/2024 2:44 AM

Compare LG K32 X Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (SM-G990E/DS 128GB/6GB) 37Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.4"
AMOLED

1080x2400

12.2
MP

32mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

4500
mAh

(Non removable)

05Points LG K32 (K200QM) Compare Samsung Galaxy S21 FE X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.2"
IPS

720x1520

13
MP

5mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

3000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (SM-G990E/DS 128GB/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!

37 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (SM-G990E/DS 128GB/6GB)	vs	5 Advantages LG K32 (K200QM)
+2.9GHz 64bit Octa-core (5nm)146% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	1.3GHz 64bit Quad-core
+6GB LPDDR52 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	2GB LPDDR3
+128GB (97GB available)4 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	32GB (21GB available)
+UFS 3.1Advantage Fastest write and read storage.	vs	eMMC 4.5
+7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)6% Thinner	vs	8.4 millimeters (0.33 inches)
+Aluminum body, glass front, plastic backAdvantage More resistant material	vs	Plastic body, glass front
+Dynamic AMOLEDAdvantage Dynamic AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid	vs	TFT IPS LCD
+HDR10+Advantage The HDR10+ display provides vibrant colors and more details	vs	Not supported
+120Hz100% The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.	vs	60Hz
+1080x2400 pixels137% Higher resolution screen	vs	720x1520 pixels
+411 PPI52% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	271 PPI
+6.4"3% Larger screen	vs	6.2"
+(triple camera) 12.2MP + 12MP + 8MP118% Higher resolution main camera	vs	(dual camera) 13MP + 2MP
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures	vs	Only digital zoom
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video	vs	EIS: Digital stabilization
+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness	vs	Not supported
+(front) 32MP6 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies	vs	(front) 5MP
+4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	Full HD (1920x1080)
+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera	vs	(front) Full HD (1920x1080)
+Android 14Advantage Android 14 is newer and safer	vs	Android 10
+5G SA/NSAAdvantage The 5G SA/NSA network is newer and faster	vs	4G LTE
+(5G SA/NSA) 2000 Mbps12 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(4G LTE) 150 Mbps
+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Face unlockAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+4500 mAh50% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	3000 mAh
+25W3 times More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.	vs	6W
+Qi wireless chargingAdvantage Wireless charging is another way to charge the battery.	vs	Not supported
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos	vs	Not supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] is newer and faster	vs	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.	vs	Not supported
+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely	vs	Not supported
+USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.	vs	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
+Gorilla Glass VictusAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys	vs	Not supported
Not supported	vs	+Until 128GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards
177 grams (6.2 ounces)	vs	+170 grams (5.95 ounces)4% Lighter
Type-C reversible connector	vs	+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supported	vs	+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
IP68 certified	vs	+MIL-STD-810G military certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

17 Common items in both devices

16 million

LED flash

PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus

HDR photo/video on both cameras / HDR photo on both cameras

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

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📱 Model features
	Galaxy S21 FE (SM-G990E/DS 128GB/6GB)	LG K32 (K200QM)
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Model	Galaxy S21 FE (SM-G990E/DS 128GB/6GB)	K32 (K200QM)
Other model names	Galaxy S21 FE 5G SM-G990B/Dual-SIM (Exynos)	LG K32 LM-K200QM, LMK200QM.ACANTN (Bell)
Country or region available	(Latin America), Brazil	Canada
Brand	Samsung	LG
Release date	1/7/2022, Announced: 1/4/2022	11/1/2020
Depth	7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)	8.4 millimeters (0.33 inches)
Size (width x height)	74.5 x 155.7 millimeters (2.93 x 6.13 in)	75.4 x 157.7 millimeters (2.97 x 6.21 in)
Weight	177 grams (6.2 ounces)	170 grams (5.95 ounces)
Build, materials	Aluminum body, glass front, plastic back	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	IP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant	MIL-STD-810G military certified: salt, dust, humidity, rain, vibration, solar radiation, transport and thermal shock resistant.
📲 Display
	Galaxy S21 FE (SM-G990E/DS 128GB/6GB)	LG K32 (K200QM)
Display type	Dynamic AMOLED	TFT IPS LCD
Screen size	6.4" inches	6.2" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~85.3% (screen-to-body ratio)	~80.7% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x2400 pixels (20:9)	720x1520 pixels (19:9)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	411 PPI	271 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass Victus	Not supported
Refresh rate	120Hz	60Hz
Display features	1300nits[peak] HDR10+ Always-On Display	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	Galaxy S21 FE (SM-G990E/DS 128GB/6GB)	LG K32 (K200QM)
System version	Android 12	Android 10
Firmware update	Android 14	feature not registered
User Interface	One UI 4.1 / 5.1 / 6.0	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Galaxy S21 FE (SM-G990E/DS 128GB/6GB)	LG K32 (K200QM)
Chipset	64bit: Samsung Exynos 2100 (5nm)	64bit: Qualcomm 215 QM215 (28nm)
CPU	Octa-core, 3 processors: 1x 2.9GHz ARM Cortex-X1 (Single-core) 3x 2.8GHz ARM Cortex-A78 (Triple-core) 4x 2.2GHz ARM Cortex-A55 (Quad-core)	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.3GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	ARM Mali-G78 MP14 (854MHz)	Qualcomm Adreno 308
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Galaxy S21 FE (SM-G990E/DS 128GB/6GB)	LG K32 (K200QM)
RAM memory	6GB LPDDR5	2GB LPDDR3
Internal storage	128GB (97GB available) UFS 3.1	32GB (21GB available) eMMC 4.5
External storage	Not supported	Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Galaxy S21 FE (SM-G990E/DS 128GB/6GB)	LG K32 (K200QM)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card	Not supported
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	2000/1024 Mbps	150/50 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G, 5G	2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat20 (1, 3, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 28) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41) VoLTE	LTE Cat4 (2, 4, 5, 12, 13, 25, 66) VoLTE
Primary 5G network	SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 41, 78, 79)	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	LTE Cat20 (1, 3, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 28) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41) VoLTE	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Galaxy S21 FE (SM-G990E/DS 128GB/6GB)	LG K32 (K200QM)
Back camera (main camera)	(triple camera) 12.2 megapixels 12MP ultrawide f/2.2123°13mm1/3"1.12µm 8MP telephoto f/2.476mm1/4.5"1.0µmPDAFOIS3x-optical-zoom	(dual camera) 13 megapixels 2MP macro
Main camera resolution	4032x3024 pixels	4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/1.8 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	26mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/1.76" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.8µm pixel	feature not registered
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	OIS: Optical stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Digital and optical zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo/video on both cameras	HDR photo on both cameras
Camera extras	4K@30/60fps 1080p@30/60fps 1080p@240fps (slow motion) 720p@960fps (slow motion)	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Galaxy S21 FE (SM-G990E/DS 128GB/6GB)	LG K32 (K200QM)
Front camera (secondary)	32 megapixels	5 megapixels
Front camera resolution	6528x4896 pixels	2560x1920 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	4K UHD (3840x2160)	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	26mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/2.74" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	0.8µm pixel	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Galaxy S21 FE (SM-G990E/DS 128GB/6GB)	LG K32 (K200QM)
Loudspeaker	Stereo sound 32-bit/384kHz Dolby Atmos Tuned by AKG	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones	Not supported
Radio	Not supported	FM
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Galaxy S21 FE (SM-G990E/DS 128GB/6GB)	LG K32 (K200QM)
USB	USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	Type-C reversible connector	3.5mm jack
TV output	USB Type-C SlimPort®	Not supported
Bluetooth	5.0 + A2DP/LE	5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	Supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou	A-GPS, GeoTagging
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Galaxy S21 FE (SM-G990E/DS 128GB/6GB)	LG K32 (K200QM)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Face unlock Fingerprint sensor (under display) Gyroscope Hall effect Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Galaxy S21 FE (SM-G990E/DS 128GB/6GB)	LG K32 (K200QM)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable) BL-M03
Battery capacity	4500 mAh	3000 mAh
Charger, watts	25W Wired fast charging Reverse charging by cable USB Power Delivery 3.0	6W (5V/1.2A) Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	15W Qi wireless charging 4.5W Reverse wireless charging	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	feature not registered	feature not registered
Standby	feature not registered	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	Galaxy S21 FE (SM-G990E/DS 128GB/6GB)	LG K32 (K200QM)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice dialing, Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Graphite, White, Lavender, Olive	• Colors: Gray • Google Assistant • Silicone case included • Earphones included • WiFi hotspot
☢️ Radiation rate
	Galaxy S21 FE (SM-G990E/DS 128GB/6GB)	LG K32 (K200QM)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	0.65W/kg (head), 1.19W/kg (body)	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.93W/kg (head), 1.319W/kg (body)	feature not registered