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SM-G990U Galaxy S21 FE 5G UW TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-G990V / SM-G990U2 vs Honor X40i

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

Smartphone Battle
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SM-G990U Galaxy S21 FE 5G UW TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-G990V / SM-G990U2
Samsung · 2022

SM-G990U Galaxy S21 FE 5G UW TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-G990V / SM-G990U2

$770
76.6/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
76.6
Benchmark
Performance80/100
Camera68/100
Battery78/100
Honor X40i
Honor · 2022

Honor X40i

Price on request
76.7/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
76.7
Benchmark
Performance90/100
Camera84/100
Battery70/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy SM-G990U Galaxy S21 FE 5G UW TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-G990V / SM-G990U2:
  • ✓$9229 lower launch MSRP ($770 vs $9999)
  • ✓Larger 4,500 mAh battery capacity (+500 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓12MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Honor X40i:
  • ✓2g lighter chassis (175g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓50.3MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.69" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationSM-G990U Galaxy S21 FE 5G UW TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-G990V / SM-G990U2Honor X40i
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechAM-OLED displayIPS TFT LCD
Screen Size6.41"6.69"
Resolution & Density1080x2340 (402 ppi)1080x2388 (392 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion60 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android 12
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB128GB / 256GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera12 MP50.3 MP
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/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 Lens32 MP8 MP
7. Body & Dimensions
DimensionsN/A162.9 x 74.5 x 7.43 mm
Weight177 g175 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedNot certified
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity4,500 mAh4,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W wired fast charging40W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supportedNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-bandWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
BluetoothBluetooth 5.0Bluetooth 5.1
USB Port & SpeedUSB C reversibleUSB C reversible
NFCYesYes
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$770Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Honor X40i edges ahead with a BeastScore of 76.7/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Honor X40i ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 84/100 camera rating.

When to buy SM-G990U Galaxy S21 FE 5G UW TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-G990V / SM-G990U2:
Larger battery capacity: 4,500 mAh (+500 mAh more) · Smoother display: 120Hz refresh rate vs 60Hz
When to buy Honor X40i:
Higher overall BeastScore: 76.7 vs top rival 76.6 · Significantly faster wired charging: 40W vs max 25W
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: SM-G990U Galaxy S21 FE 5G UW TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-G990V / SM-G990U2 vs Honor X40i

Which phone is better: SM-G990U Galaxy S21 FE 5G UW TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-G990V / SM-G990U2 or Honor X40i?

Honor X40i leads with an overall BeastScore of 76.7/100 compared to SM-G990U Galaxy S21 FE 5G UW TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-G990V / SM-G990U2 (76.6/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 76.7 vs top rival 76.6 and Significantly faster wired charging: 40W vs max 25W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between SM-G990U Galaxy S21 FE 5G UW TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-G990V / SM-G990U2 and Honor X40i?

SM-G990U Galaxy S21 FE 5G UW TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-G990V / SM-G990U2 is equipped with a 6.41-inch display and 4500 mAh battery, while Honor X40i features a 6.69-inch display and 4000 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between SM-G990U Galaxy S21 FE 5G UW TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-G990V / SM-G990U2 and Honor X40i?

In lab hardware evaluations, SM-G990U Galaxy S21 FE 5G UW TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-G990V / SM-G990U2 scores 68/100 in camera performance, while Honor X40i scores 84/100.

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