Realme V21 vs Samsung Galaxy A72
Comparing the Realme V21 (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A72 (2021) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A72 leads — 26/100 vs 10/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A72 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V21 doesn't.
Realme V21
Samsung Galaxy A72
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 46/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (36/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme V21 vs the Samsung Galaxy A72, the Samsung Galaxy A72 scores 16 points higher (26/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 leads (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100. In the "design" category, the Realme V21 and the Samsung Galaxy A72 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 notably outperforms the Realme V21 (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme V21 | Samsung Galaxy A72 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | — | 514398 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | — | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 92 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 800 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.0×77.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 203 g | |
| Price | — | $450 |
Realme V21
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A72
- Main: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme V21
- 6.6" TFT
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme V21
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme V21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (36/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100.
design
In the "design" category, the Realme V21 and the Samsung Galaxy A72 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 notably outperforms the Realme V21 (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme V21 or the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Samsung Galaxy A72 is noticeably better than the Realme V21 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Realme V21 and the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Realme V21 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Samsung Galaxy A72 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme V21 or the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Samsung Galaxy A72 leads on camera score (36/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme V21 over the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Realme V21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A72 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.