Samsung Galaxy A21s vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Samsung Galaxy A21s (2020) runs on the Exynos 850, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $215 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 29/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 234,339); the Samsung Galaxy A21s is noticeably lighter (192g vs 207g).
Samsung Galaxy A21s
Vivo iQOO 13
- Lighter: 192g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $650
- Overall rating 29/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 234339
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 836
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 16/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A21s vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 55 points higher (84/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A21s — 18/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 80/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (92/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (73/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A21s | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 850 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 234339 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 836 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 120W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.3×8.9 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $215 | $650 |
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy A21s and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Samsung Galaxy A21s by 92.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $435. Samsung Galaxy A21s was $435 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (92/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (73/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A21s or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s by 55 points (84/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A21s and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy A21s has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A21s or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A21s or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A21s over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy A21s is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.