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This comparison is going to be tough, because one device is a well-known brand known for producing the “Flag Killer” and the other is an old brand. The OnePlus 10R is an affordable smartphone by OnePlus and should fend off the challenge presented by the behemoth, Samsung Galaxy S21 FE. Although both the devices are of different class but they are available at similar prices. So, let’s put them together and find out the best choice for you.
OnePlus 10R vs Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G: Design
The OnePlus 10R measures 163.3 x 75.5 x 8.2 mm and weighs around 186 grams. The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G measures 155.7 x 74.5 x 7.9 mm and weighs 177 grams. Not only is the Samsung Galaxy S21 5G smaller and wider, but it also weighs less compared to the OnePlus 10R.
The OnePlus 10R has a flat back panel and flat side design with slightly rounded edges and a rounded frame from the Galaxy S21 FE. While the OnePlus 10R gets an all-plastic body construction, the Galaxy S21 FE has a more premium metal mid-frame.
OnePlus 10R vs Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G: Display
OnePlus 10R sports a 6.7-inch 10-bit Liquid AMOLED panel with Full HD+ resolution, HDR10+ support and 120Hz refresh rate. The display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5 layer.
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G offers a smaller 6.4-inch Dynamic 2X AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution, HDR10+ support and a 120Hz refresh rate. The device gets stronger and Gorilla Glass Victus for visual protection. Both the smartphones get a centrally placed punch hole camera cutout for the selfie sensor.
OnePlus 10R vs Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G: Performance
OnePlus 10R is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Max chipset, which is based on the 5nm manufacturing process. The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G gets a Samsung-made Exynos 2100 SoC based on the 5nm process. The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G has enough firepower to get through daily tasks as well as some casual gaming. However, if you want 60fps steady gaming on BGMI/PUBG Mobile and Call Mobile, you can opt for OnePlus 10R.
OnePlus 10R vs Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G: Cameras
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE has the better camera setup of the two. It is equipped with a 12MP primary shooter with OIS (Optical Image Stabilization), a 12MP ultrawide shooter, and an 8MP telephoto lens with OIS and 3x optical zoom. In comparison, the OnePlus 10R comes with a 50MP main sensor with OIS, an 8MP ultrawide sensor and a 2MP macro lens.
The OnePlus 10R gets a sub-8MP ultra-wide sensor and lacks a telephoto sensor. The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE has a better 32MP front camera compared to the OnePlus 10R’s 16Mp selfie sensor. So the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE wins hands down.
OnePlus 10R vs Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G: Battery
Both the handsets are equipped with a 4500mAh battery pack. However, the OnePlus 10R comes with an incredibly fast 150W charging speed. Note that the standard version gets 80W fast charging support. In comparison, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE gets slower 25W wired fast charging. However, it offers 15W wireless charging support, which the OnePlus 10R lacks.
OnePlus 10R vs Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G: Summary
The OnePlus 10R starts at $34,999, while the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G is available at ₹39,999. For just ₹5,000 more, the Galaxy S21 FE 5G offers a premium build, better ergonomics, an impressive array of cameras, wireless charging and a feature-rich OneUI software experience. The Galaxy S21 FE 5G wins this comparison handily, and OnePlus needs a better product if it wants to keep its “flagship killer” tag.
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Story First Published: Saturday, December 31, 2022, 13:52 [IST]