Samsung Galaxy A21s vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy A21s (2020) runs on the Exynos 850, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads — 30/100 vs 19/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A21s has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is thinner (7.8mm vs 8.9mm).
Samsung Galaxy A21s
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 192g
- Better camera (27/100 vs 25/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 60/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A21s vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 11 points higher (30/100 vs 19/100). 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 Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Samsung Galaxy A21s are nearly equal (27/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (65/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A21s | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 850 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 234339 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 836 | — | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.3×8.9 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $215 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Samsung Galaxy A21s are nearly equal (27/100 vs 25/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (65/100 vs 60/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A21s or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A21s — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A21s and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A21s has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A21s over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A21s is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.