Samsung Galaxy A14 vs Vivo Y21d
The Samsung Galaxy A14 (2023) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Vivo Y21d (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7225; launch prices were $200 and $110. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A14 leads — 39/100 vs 38/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y21d has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy A14 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y21d doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy A14
Vivo Y21d
- Better Geekbench Single: 952 vs 580
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1963 vs 1750
- Lighter: 201g vs 209g
- Higher performance (47/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (54/100 vs 43/100)
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $110 vs $200
- Better camera (30/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A14 vs the Vivo Y21d, the Samsung Galaxy A14 scores 1 points higher (39/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 leads (47/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y21d leads (30/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21d leads (58/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A14 — 40/100, Vivo Y21d — 60/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21d (47/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y21d is a bit better (30/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21d notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (58/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y21d and the Samsung Galaxy A14 are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A14 | Vivo Y21d | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | Unisoc T7225 | |
| AnTuTu | 607137 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 952 | 580 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1963 | 1750 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 720x1608 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 44W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 67 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, One UI 5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 167.7×78.0×9.1 mm | 166.1×77.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $110 |
Samsung Galaxy A14
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo Y21d
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A14
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo Y21d
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1608
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A14
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y21d
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $90. Vivo Y21d was $90 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21d (47/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y21d is a bit better (30/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21d notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (58/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y21d and the Samsung Galaxy A14 are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A14 or the Vivo Y21d?
The Samsung Galaxy A14 edges out the Vivo Y21d by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A14 and the Vivo Y21d?
The Samsung Galaxy A14 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo Y21d — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A14 or the Vivo Y21d?
The Vivo Y21d leads on camera score (30/100 vs 16/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A14 or the Vivo Y21d?
The Samsung Galaxy A14 leads on performance (47/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A14 over the Vivo Y21d?
The Samsung Galaxy A14 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y21d is a better fit for everyday use.