Samsung Galaxy A42 vs Samsung Galaxy S21 5G

All I care about is reception, battery life, and basic smartphone functionality. The bells and whistles are nice, but they don't decide a purchase. I usually shoot for $150, so this was a splurge. My first foray into Samsung after sticking with Motorola since my first smartphone

On a basic level, prioritizing the processor means the S21 is a very fast phone with decent battery life. I am able to get through a full day with moderate to heavy use on the 4,000mAh battery, though with a little effort, I can drain it down. The bigger Galaxy S21 Plus — which I haven’t tested — has a 4,800mAh battery and presumably will last even longer despite its slightly larger screen. Both share the same resolution and features otherwise