SAMSUNG Galaxy S21 FE 5G G990U AT&T 128GB Graphite
AT&T-locked 5G smartphone with a 6.4-inch 120 Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon 888 chip, 128 GB storage and IP68 water resistance
- CPU2.84 GHz Octa-core
- Storage drive128 GB
- ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon
- Connection optionsYes
- Operating systemAndroid
- Form factorTouch Screen Phones
- Snapdragon 888 powers fast gaming and multitasking
- 4 inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x display with 120Hz refresh rate
- 12 MP rear camera with 30X zoom for detailed shots
- 32 MP front camera captures high-resolution selfies
- IP68 water resistance protects against dust and water
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G AT&T 128GB Graphite
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G G990U is a factory-unlocked Android smartphone locked to the AT&T network. It ships new with 128 GB of internal storage and a 6.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x display running at 120 Hz. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor drives gaming, streaming and multitasking on 5G and LTE-A Cat 19 networks. Buyers who need dual-SIM flexibility or a different carrier should look elsewhere.
UL approved charger and cable only
The box contains a UL approved power adapter and a charging cable. Original packaging, headphones, a SIM card and a printed manual are not supplied. Android 11 with Samsung One UI is pre-installed, so the phone is ready to use once a compatible AT&T nano SIM is inserted. No extra software licences or accessories are bundled.
Simple nano SIM activation
Insert a nano SIM into the tray, power on and follow the on-screen setup wizard. The IP68-rated chassis resists dust and water, but the seal can be compromised if the tray is not seated fully. The 90-day warranty covers functional defects found during the supplier's 30-point inspection. Users unfamiliar with carrier-locked devices may mistake the AT&T restriction for a hardware fault.
How it compares
Measured against everything we stock in No-Contract Smartphones, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.
- Price $162.99
- Cheaper than about 57% of the 646 comparable items (median $180.49).
- Storage drive 128 GB
- Typical for this category: the median of 506 items is 128 GB.
Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Brand name | Samsung |
| Product line | Galaxy S21 FE 5G |
| Model name | G990U |
| Part number | G990U |
| Product type | Cell Phone |
| Product color | Gray |
| Processor | |
| CPU | 2.84 GHz Octa-core |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon |
| Processor chip | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 5G |
| Core configuration | Octa-core |
| CPU clock speed | 2.84 GHz |
| Memory | |
| RAM capacity | 6 GB |
| Storage | |
| Storage drive | 128 GB |
| Display | |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Main screen size | 6.4 in (16.3 cm) |
| Display technology | AMOLED |
| Screen resolution | 2340 × 1080 |
| Audio & video | |
| Back camera | 12 MP |
| Camera flash | Yes |
| Zoom capability | 30X |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Video recording | 4K |
| Selfie camera | 32 MP |
| Connectivity | |
| Connection options | Yes |
| Technology type | 5G |
| Data connection | LTE-A (5CA) Cat19 1600/200 Mbit/s, 5G |
| SIM type | Nano SIM |
| Wi-Fi capability | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Built-in GPS | Yes |
| Messaging services | SMS, MMS, Email, Push Email, IM |
| Extra radios | Wi-Fi/GPS/NFC |
| 4G network | CDMA LTE |
| Ports & slots | |
| Expansion slot | None |
| HDMI ports | No |
| Power | |
| Battery type | Non-removable Li-Ion Battery |
| Battery capacity | 4,000 mAh |
| Talk duration | 20–30 h |
| Standby duration | 200 h |
| Charging options | Fast Charging / Wireless Charging |
| Run time | Up to 8 h on 3G, Up to 8 h on Wi-Fi |
| Size & build | |
| Form factor | Touch Screen Phones |
| Overall dimensions | 6.13 in × 2.93 in × 0.31 in |
| Product weight | 6.24 oz |
| Compatibility | |
| Carrier compatibility | AT&T Only |
| Environment & compliance | |
| Water resistance | IP68 |
| Software | |
| Operating system | Android |
| Email support | Email, Push Email |
| More details | |
| Phonebook entries | 1000 |
| QWERTY keyboard | Yes |
Questions about this item
Will the 32 MP front camera or the 12 MP rear camera need replacement later?
The 32 MP selfie camera and 12 MP rear camera are solid-state components with no moving parts; they do not require scheduled replacement under normal use.
What limit appears first during sustained heavy use on the Snapdragon 888 processor?
Thermal throttling will engage before battery or storage limits, reducing clock speeds to manage heat during prolonged gaming or video editing sessions.
How much heat and noise does the phone produce when running all day on 5G?
The device generates moderate warmth during continuous 5G data transfer at up to 1600 Mbps downlink; it has no fan, so operation remains completely silent.
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