RefurbStore's independent expert review
Review Overview:
The Samsung Galaxy S21 is a solid, high-performance smartphone that offers a great blend of design, functionality, and power. It is a worthy contender in the high-end smartphone market, despite some minor drawbacks.
Overall Score: 3.0/5
Price: 3.5/5
The Galaxy S21 is competitively priced for its features. However, it’s still a significant investment for many. While it's cheaper than its predecessor at launch, it remains in the high-end price bracket.
Camera: 4.5/5
The camera on the Galaxy S21 is fantastic. It boasts a triple-lens rear camera (12 MP Main, 12 MP Ultra-Wide, and 64 MP Telephoto) with 3x Hybrid Optic Zoom and a 10 MP front camera. The photo quality is impressive in different lighting conditions, and the camera software is packed with features. The only reason it doesn't get a perfect score is that the camera bump on the back might not be to everyone's liking.
Power: 4.5/5
The Galaxy S21 is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 (US) or Exynos 2100 (global) processor, which provides excellent performance. It's capable of handling demanding tasks and high-end games with ease. The base model comes with 8GB of RAM, which is more than enough for most users.
Battery: 4/5
The S21 comes with a 4000mAh battery, which will get you through a full day of moderate use. However, if you use your phone heavily or use power-intensive apps, you might find yourself needing to charge before the day is over. The phone supports fast charging, wireless charging, and even reverse wireless charging
Below is our tracked data on how much it costs to buy this phone refurbished, and how much you can sell it for if you want quick cash. You can also compare selling options on our site.
| Month | Buy Refurbished (GBP) | Sell for Cash (GBP) |
|---|---|---|
| April 2024 | £350 | £170 |
| May 2024 | £340 | £165 |
| June 2024 | £330 | £160 |
| July 2024 | £320 | £158 |
| August 2024 | £310 | £155 |
| September 2024 | £305 | £152 |
| October 2024 | £300 | £150 |
| November 2024 | £295 | £148 |
| December 2024 | £290 | £145 |
| January 2025 | £285 | £140 |
| February 2025 | £280 | £138 |
| March 2025 | £275 | £135 |
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