Summary
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE has a repairability score of 7.0 out of 10. The device is relatively easy to disassemble with 17 Phillips screws that need to be removed and a plastic backplate that can be pried off with a plastic pry tool. The glass camera lens covers can be removed by applying heat and gently prying them off. The battery can be removed by disconnecting the cable and then using isopropyl alcohol to loosen the adhesive underneath. The screen can be replaced by removing the backplate screws and speaker assembly and then disconnecting the screen cable.
Disassembly
| Positive | Negative |
|---|---|
| Battery cable and the Battery are easily accessible. | Adhesive used for the Back cover. |
| Screen cable and the Screen can be removed without removing too many components. | Alcohol needed to dissolve the strong adhesive used for the Battery. |
| Adhesive used for the Battery. | |
| Plastic covers covering the boards need to be removed to access the cables. |