Samsung Galaxy A21s vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Samsung Galaxy A21s (2020) runs on the Exynos 850, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads — 31/100 vs 19/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A21s has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy A21s
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Lighter: 192g vs 203g
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 46/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (27/100 vs 25/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A21s vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) scores 12 points higher (31/100 vs 19/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A21s are nearly equal (27/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A21s | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 850 | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 234339 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 836 | — | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.3×8.9 mm | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 203 g | |
| Price | $215 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A21s are nearly equal (27/100 vs 25/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (51/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A21s or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A21s — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A21s and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy A21s has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A21s over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy A21s is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.