The big Amazon Prime Day festival is coming up this year and, as always, there are hundreds of deals to be had. E The latest line S21 They all sell at the lowest prices we've seen so far.

Samsung's hugely successful Galaxy S20 FE is even cheaper for Prime Day, available for just $479. Honestly, it's a steal for a top-notch phone that can last for years. The entire Galaxy S21 series is also $100 off above the regular retail price – or the full $300 in MSRP ($200 for the base S21 model). Meanwhile, those who are more budget-conscious can look at the Galaxy A71 5G, which costs $375.

These are all the unlocked Samsung Galaxy phones that are currently discounted on Prime Day:

Galaxy S21 or S20FE?

If you're stuck between the two, the deciding factor is likely to be size.

The Galaxy S21 AND S20 FE will almost certainly be the best deals for anyone shopping for a smartphone right now. The Galaxy S20 FE offers the large form factor that you'll likely be familiar with if you've bought a Samsung phone recently. , even though it uses Qualcomm's high-end 2020 chip (Snapdragon 865), not the latest Snapdragon 888 that's around. You'll find it in the Galaxy S21 family. In terms of speed, it's not likely to make a difference.

The S20 FE is easily one of the best smartphones to buy at $480, including key features like IP68 water resistance, 5G, and wireless charging (unlike previous Samsung FE phones). The S21 is a smaller phone, but it offers a more powerful chipset and modem, as well as an all-glass and metal body (the S20 FE has a plastic rear cover). The S21 will also receive a major additional update to a higher Android version than the S20 FE and later, as it launched with Android 11, though both receive the same general level of software support (three major updates).

Both phones work unlocked on all major US carriers, including AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile.

If you're stuck between the two, size is likely to be the deciding factor. The S20 FE is a very important phone, while the Galaxy S21 is more compact. The cameras between the two are pretty much the same, as is the software and the screens (aside from their dimensions). Both offer excellent values ​​at these discounted prices, however, we don't think you'll be unhappy with either decision. Both phones work unlocked on all major US carriers, Including AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile, including carriers' 5G networks (although the unlocked S20 FE lacks mmWave network support).

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Specifications Galaxy S21 vs S20 FE

You can check out the specs of both phones compared below. Our full Galaxy S21 review here, and the S20 FE review here. We also have a comparison of both phones in the proper article format. Here.

	Galaxy S20 FE	Galaxy S21
Show	Flat 6.5-inch 1080 x 2400 120Hz AMOLED	Flat 6.2-inch 2400 x 1080 120Hz AMOLED
SoC	Snapdragon 865	Snapdragon 888 (Exynos 2100 worldwide)
RAM	6GB	8GB
storage	128GB, microSD, up to 1TB	128-256GB
rear cameras	12 MP f / 1.8 main 12 MP f / 2.2 ultra wide 8 MP f / 2.4 telephoto (3x)	12 MP display (f/1.8, OIS, DPAF) 12 MP ultra wide angle (f/2.2, 120° FoV, FF) 64 MP telephoto lens (f.2.0, 3x hybrid, OIS, DPAF)
frontal camera	32MP (f/2.2)	10 MP (f/2.2, 80° FoV, DPAF)
Connection	5G (no mmWave), LTE, Wi-Fi 6, BT 5.0, USB Type-C, NFC	5G, LTE, Wi-Fi 6, BT 5, USB Type-C, NFC
waterproof	IP68	IP68
battery	4500mAh	4000mAh
Dimensions	159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 millimeters	151.7 x 71.2 x 7.9 millimeters
Weight	190 grams	169 grams
Programming	One UI 2.5 (Android 10), updated to One UI 3.0 (Android 11)	One UI 3.1 (Android 11)

Galaxy S21 and S20 FE Sample Gallery

Considering the S21 and S20 FE use near identical main camera hardware, images from the two will look pretty much the same. Here are some samples of both.

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Still not sure whether to buy?

We've provided both the Galaxy S20 FE and the 21st Most Wanted Editors' Choice Awards.

Among the editors of Android Police, some of us wouldn't recommend the newest Samsung smartphones these days.Between good performance and satisfying developments in the camera department, and Better commitment to software updatesThe company's class-leading hardware it finally seems to fit into the final product experience, and that says a lot.

We back that optimism, too: The Galaxy S20 FE and S21 gave us coveted Editors' Choice awards, and we think they're among the best smartphones you can buy right now. If you're deciding whether it's worth waiting until 2022 or even Fall 2021, it's a more personal question of how long you can stand on your current phone than whether the upgrade is "worth it."

If you're worried about tech envy when the latest and greatest is announced next year, keep in mind that Samsung's replacement policies are some of the best in the Android world, offering some really crazy prices. those who choose to upgrade year after year in the Galaxy ecosystem. Finally, if you're looking for a case to protect your shiny new investment, we've got a list of options here.

Be sure to take advantage of these deals while the phones are still in stock, given these prices, it's quite possible that Amazon will run out of your favorite color long before the Prime Day festivities are over. Find plenty of similar deals on phones, tablets, smart appliances, headphones, TVs, basically anything tech-related.

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Oh, and by the way: the Galaxy S21 doesn't come with a wall charger in the box, so you'll want to check out Our Guide to Wall Chargers for the best compatible picks.