Samsung Galaxy A21s vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A21s (2020) runs on the Exynos 850, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads — 33/100 vs 19/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A21s has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A21s has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is noticeably lighter (175g vs 192g).
Samsung Galaxy A21s
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4600 mAh
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 175g vs 192g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 25/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 60/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A21s vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro scores 14 points higher (33/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 vs 25/100). 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 Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A21s are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (81/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A21s | Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 850 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 234339 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 836 | — | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 66W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.3×8.9 mm | 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 175 g | |
| Price | $215 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 25/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A21s are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (81/100 vs 60/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A21s or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A21s — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A21s and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A21s has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A21s or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A21s over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A21s is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.