Realme V21 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Comparing the Realme V21 (2022) and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads — 30/100 vs 10/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP.
Realme V21
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Overall rating 10/100
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (27/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Realme V21 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 20 points higher (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Realme V21 (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Realme V21 (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Realme V21 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | — | 188 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Realme V21
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Realme V21
- 6.6" TFT
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme V21
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Realme V21 (27/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Realme V21 (65/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Realme V21 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Realme V21 by 20 points (30/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Realme V21 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Realme V21 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme V21 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme V21 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Realme V21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.