Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 4G May Not Launch, Suggests Google Play Supported Devices List: Report

Google Play Supported devices listing suggests that the model number SM-G990B2 is indeed the Galaxy S21 FE 5G.

By Nithya P Nair | Updated: 21 June 2022 16:24 IST

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 4G May Not Launch, Suggests Google Play Supported Devices List: Report

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE powered by Exynos 2100 SoC was launched in India in January

Highlights

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G is powered by Exynos 2100 SoC
The phone has a 120Hz AMOLED display
Samsung hasn't shared any details of Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 4G yet

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 4G powered by Snapdragon 720G SoC was said to be in the works with model number SM-G990B2. According to a new report, the SM-G990B2 model number is related to the Galaxy S21 FE 5G and is seen on the Google Play Supported device list. This indicates that Samsung might not release a 4G variant of the Galaxy S21 FE. Samsung Galaxy S21 FE powered by Exynos 2100 SoC was unveiled in India earlier this year. It features a 120Hz AMOLED display and carries triple rear cameras led by 12-megapixel primary sensor.

Recent leaks suggested that Samsung is gearing up to launch a new mid-range 4G variant of the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE with model number SM-G990B2. It was speculated to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G processor. However, a new report by MySmartPrice indicates that this might have been a rumour. As per the report, in the Google Play Supported device list, the SM-G990B2 model number is listed corresponding to the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G.

To recall, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G was launched in India in January this year with a price tag of Rs. 54,999 for the base 8GB RAM + 128GB storage variant and Rs. 58,999 for the top-end 8GB RAM + 256GB storage option.

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Specifications of the phone include 6.4-inch full-HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display with 120Hz refresh rate display, 15W wireless fast charging support and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection. The Galaxy S21 FE 5G packs an Exynos 2100 SoC under the hood. It features a triple rear camera setup that houses two 12-megapixel primary sensors and an 8-megapixel telephoto shooter. It carries a 32-megapixel selfie camera sensor at the front as well. The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G comes in 128GB and 256GB storage options. Besides, the phone packs a 4,500mAh battery with 25W Super-Fast wired fast charging support.

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Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Good build quality, low weight
Vibrant 120Hz display
Polished software experience
IP68 rating and wireless charging
Dependable cameras
Speedy all-round performance

Bad
No bundled fast charger
Lukewarm upgrade over predecessor
Missing microSD card slot

Read detailed Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G review

Display 6.40-inch

Processor octa-core

Front Camera 32-megapixel

Rear Camera 12-megapixel + 12-megapixel + 8-megapixel

RAM 6GB, 8GB

Storage 128GB, 256GB

Battery Capacity 4500mAh

OS Android 12

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