Samsung Galaxy A04 vs Vivo Y21d
The Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Vivo Y21d (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7225; estimated prices are $135 and $110. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y21d leads — 27/100 vs 19/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y21d has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy A04 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 209g).
Samsung Galaxy A04
Vivo Y21d
- Lighter: 192g vs 209g
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 38/100)
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper: $110 vs $135
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A04 vs the Vivo Y21d, the Vivo Y21d scores 8 points higher (27/100 vs 19/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21d leads (54/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo Y21d significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 24/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21d notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (54/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21d (60/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A04 | Vivo Y21d | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Unisoc T7225 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 300000 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 580 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1750 | |
| Display | 6.5" PLS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1608 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm | 166.1×77.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 209 g | |
| Price | $135 | $110 |
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo Y21d
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 6.5" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo Y21d
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1608
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y21d
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $25. Vivo Y21d is cheaper by $25.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo Y21d significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 24/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21d notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (54/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21d (60/100 vs 38/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A04 or the Vivo Y21d?
The Vivo Y21d edges out the Samsung Galaxy A04 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Vivo Y21d?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Vivo Y21d — 27/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A04 over the Vivo Y21d?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y21d is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.