
Expanding the range of Galaxy lines, Samsung has offered smartphones for each segment. Among the phones, there are both flagships and budget devices, and each model is worked out to the smallest detail. Thanks to this approach, popular Samsung smartphones occupy top positions in the ratings and become loyal companions of users.

Despite the release of new products, the demand for the most popular Samsung smartphones is not decreasing, and some models are becoming leaders in their niche. In this article, we will take a quick look at the features of the top 6 models in the “popular Samsung smartphones” ranking. Each of the smartphones is ahead of other mobile devices in its own category, embodying the best parameters and current trends.
Popular Samsung smartphones:
- Samsung Galaxy S21 5G;
- Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus;
- Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G;
- Samsung Galaxy A02s;
- Samsung Galaxy A12;
- Samsung Galaxy M51.
Review of the most popular Samsung smartphones
for 2021
Best compact Samsung: Galaxy S21 5G
The Galaxy S21 5G continued Samsung’s flagship series and became a successful upgrade to the S20 model. Galaxy S21 is presented in a compact body with a 6.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen, but despite its small size, the phone is equipped with reference characteristics. This is probably what allowed the flagship to become the most popular among Samsung compact phones.

The 6.2-inch display has a resolution of 2400 x 1080 (FHD +) and supports a 120Hz refresh rate. The fingerprint scanner is built into the screen, the body is made of fiberglass and is protected from moisture and dust according to the IP68 class. The phone is equipped with an 8-core Samsung Exynos 2100 processor, versions with 8/128 GB of memory and 8/256 GB of RAM / internal memory are available. The model supports eSIM, Wi-Fi6, 5G, and other new generations of communication. An ultra-powerful processor is paired with fast memory and an optimized platform, so the smartphone is ready for any workload.
The Galaxy S21 5G camera is represented by three lenses 12.0 MP + 64.0 MP + 12.0 MP, has a 30x digital zoom, and is equipped with optical stabilization. Supports video recording in UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) format at 24 frames per second, the front 10 MP camera is supplemented with autofocus. The autonomy of the model is provided by a 4000 mAh battery, there are fast, wireless and reverse charging functions. The price of Galaxy S21 5G is from 23 to 25 thousand hryvnias, depending on the amount of memory.
Best all-round Samsung: Galaxy S21 +
Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus has become an intermediate solution between a tablet and a smartphone because the model is equipped with a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen. In addition to the excellent display, the phone is equipped with top-end filling, thanks to which the Galaxy S21 Plus is suitable for any purpose. The body is made of shock-resistant Gorilla Glass 7, there is protection against moisture according to the IP68 class.

The Samsung Exynos 2100 octa-core processor is backed up by 8/128 GB of memory or 8/256 GB of RAM / ROM memory, so the phone, like other most popular Samsung smartphones, has an excellent power reserve. An ultrasonic fingerprint scanner is built into the screen, there is support for eSIM, Wi-Fi6, 5G, and new generations of communication. The model uses a camera similar to the Galaxy S21 5G, which is able to create stunning content of the highest quality.
Battery Samsung Galaxy C21 Plus has a capacity of 4800 mAh, fast wired, wireless, and reversible charging is installed. The cost of the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus is within 27 thousand UAH for a model with less memory and 29 thousand UAH for a Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus 8/256 GB phone.
Best Samsung: Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G
Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus has become an intermediate solution between a tablet and a smartphone because the model is equipped with a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen. In addition to the excellent display, the phone is equipped with top-end filling, thanks to which the Galaxy S21 Plus is suitable for any purpose. The body is made of shock-resistant Gorilla Glass 7, there is protection against moisture according to the IP68 class.

Main camera Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra:
- Main lens – 108 MP (f / 1.8, 1 / 1.33 “, Samsung S5KHM3 ISOCELL Plus CMOS, laser autofocus, optical stabilization);
- Telephoto camera – 10 MP (f / 4.9, 1 / 2.65 “, Samsung S5K3J1 ISOCELL CMOS, phase autofocus, IOS);
- Ultra wide-angle camera – 12 MP (f / 2.2, 1 / 2.55 “, Sony IMX563 Exmor-RS CMOS, phase detection autofocus).
Camera features include Dual Zoom support, 10x optical zoom, 100x digital zoom, and Zoom Lock, which locks the enlarged image and eliminates blurring.
Front camera Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra:
40 MP (f / 2.2, 1 / 2.65 “, Samsung ISOCELL CMOS, autofocus. Supports 4K (2160p) video recording at 60 FPS and stills with a resolution of 7864 x 5200 pixels
The 5000mAh battery supports fast wired and wireless charging and reverse charging technology. The price of the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is in the range of 32 thousand hryvnias to 38 thousand hryvnias, depending on the amount of RAM / ROM memory.
Best Cheap Samsung: Galaxy A02s
Galaxy 02C combines good parameters and costs a little more than UAH 3 thousand, while the phone itself is perfectly assembled and has no flaws. The 6.5-inch HD + (1600×720) PLS screen is great for watching videos, scrolling, and gaming sessions. The body is made of plastic, the fingerprint scanner is built into the screen. The phone is powered by the energy-efficient Snapdragon 450 processor, 3GB of RAM, 32GB of internal storage, and support for microSD storage up to 1T

The 13 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP triple camera with 8x digital zoom is complemented by bokeh modes and macro functions, the front camera has 5 MP accuracy. The 5000 mAh battery will support the long autonomy of the model, there is a fast-charging function. Like other Samsung Galaxy A smartphones, the Galaxy A02s perfectly combines affordability, functionality, and quality.
Best budget Samsung: Galaxy A12
The Galaxy A12 smartphone is great for heavy daily use. This is a balanced phone for a low price, which has a large screen, a powerful processor, and 4 cameras. The cost of the Galaxy A12 is 4500 UAH. The phone has a 6.5-inch screen with HD + resolution (1600×720), a PLS matrix is installed. The work of the model is due to the 8-core processor MediaTek Helio P35 MT6765, 3/32 GB of RAM / ROM memory, and support for microSD drive up to 1 TB.
Galaxy A12 has a 48 MP + 5 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP quad camera, 10x digital zoom and the ability to record video FHD (1920 x 1080) @ 30fps. The front camera is 8MP accurate, and the fingerprint scanner is hidden under the screen. The model has a 5000 mAh battery and a fast-charging function
Best Samsung smartphone with long battery life: Galaxy M51
Galaxy M51 has opened up a new level of autonomy for mobile devices. Having a battery with a reserve of 7000 mAh, the phone provides record performance of the device, because on a single charge it is ready to work with Internet pages via Wi-Fi for 24 hours. In addition to a powerful battery, Galaxy M51 received other excellent characteristics, so it fully complies with the price tag of 9 thousand hryvnias.

The Galaxy M51 has a 6.7 “Full HD + (2400×1080) Super AMOLED Plus screen, as well as a Qualcomm Snapdragon 730 processor. There are 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of ROM memory, a slot for microSD memory cards up to 512 GB. The main camera is presented 4 64MP + 12MP + 5MP + 5MP lenses, 4K UHD (3840×2160) video recording is supported. 32MP front camera with Bokeh mode perfectly complements the functionality of the device, allowing you to use the phone as a flagship and take great pictures.
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