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Galaxy S21 5G vs Apple iPad mini (2024)

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Samsung · 2021

Galaxy S21 5G

Galaxy S21 5G
81/ 100
Launch MSRP$799 USD
Apple

Apple iPad mini (2024)

Apple iPad mini (2024)
84/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Apple iPad mini (2024) BETTER THAN Galaxy S21 5G?

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Galaxy S21 5G
Apple iPad mini (2024)Winner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORGalaxy S21Apple iPadLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,000 mAh5,078 mAh+5,078 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25WStandard25W
Main Camera Sensor64 MP50 MP64 MP
Screen Display Size6.2"8.3"8.3"
Chassis Weight169gN/A169g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Galaxy S21 5G:
  • ✓830g lighter chassis (169g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$9200 lower launch MSRP ($799 vs $9999)
  • ✓64MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Apple iPad mini (2024):
  • ✓Larger 5,078 mAh battery capacity (+1,078 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓8.3" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationGalaxy S21 5GApple iPad mini (2024)
1. Display & Screen🏆 Apple iPad mini (2024) Wins Display
Screen Type & TechDynamic AMOLED 2XAMOLED
Screen Size6.2"8.3"
Resolution & Density2400x1080 (421 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,300 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Galaxy S21 5G Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Apple A17 Pro
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 11iOS
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB512 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Galaxy S21 5G Wins Camera
Primary Camera64 MP, f/1.8, OIS50 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom10 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4, OISNone (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens10 MP, f/2.212 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Galaxy S21 5G Lightest Chassis
Dimensions151.7 x 71.2 x 7.9 mmN/A
Weight169 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Apple iPad mini (2024) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,000 mAh5,078 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging15W wireless chargingNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.0Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$799Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Apple iPad mini (2024) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 83.5/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Apple iPad mini (2024) ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its Apple A17 Pro architecture and verified 80/100 camera rating.

When to buy Galaxy S21 5G:
Significantly faster wired charging: 25W vs max 0W · Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 50 MP
When to buy Apple iPad mini (2024):
Higher overall BeastScore: 83.5 vs top rival 80.8 · Larger battery capacity: 5,078 mAh (+1,078 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy S21 5G vs Apple iPad mini (2024)

Which phone is better: Galaxy S21 5G or Apple iPad mini (2024)?

Apple iPad mini (2024) leads with an overall BeastScore of 83.5/100 compared to Galaxy S21 5G (80.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 83.5 vs top rival 80.8 and Larger battery capacity: 5,078 mAh (+1,078 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy S21 5G and Apple iPad mini (2024)?

Galaxy S21 5G is equipped with a 6.2-inch display and 4000 mAh battery, while Apple iPad mini (2024) features a 8.3-inch display and 5078 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Galaxy S21 5G and Apple iPad mini (2024)?

In lab hardware evaluations, Galaxy S21 5G scores 91/100 in camera performance, while Apple iPad mini (2024) scores 80/100.

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