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CPU performance: A14 Bionic 5% better than Exynos 2100 Gaming performance: A14 Bionic 6% better than Exynos 2100 Battery life: A14 Bionic 1% more efficient than Exynos 2100 Overall score: A14 Bionic 4% better than the Exynos 2100
Though RAM isn’t the be-all and end-all of multitasking, it’s worth noting that the S21 has double the memory (8GB vs 4GB), which should make it feel speedier when shifting between multiple apps. Winner: iPhone 12 The S21 has the edge in terms of Fast Charging (25W vs 20W), as well as a bolstered USB Power Delivery (3.0 vs 2.0), and it also gives users the option of reverse wireless charging if you want to share battery with other compatible devices. Winner: Samsung Galaxy S21 Both handsets compete well against each other, so if performance, a higher-resolution screen, a glass-focused design and better detail in pictures matter most to you, choose the iPhone 12. If you want the best-value handset with better battery life, more video options and camera versatility, as well as a higher-refresh-rate screen, the S21 should be the smartphone for you.
