Samsung Galaxy M21s vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Samsung Galaxy M21s (2020) runs on the Exynos 9611, 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 23/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP.
Samsung Galaxy M21s
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 191g vs 203g
- Better camera (46/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 46/100)
- Faster charging: 44W vs 15W
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M21s vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) scores 8 points higher (31/100 vs 23/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M21s leads (46/100 vs 27/100). 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 M21s (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M21s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (46/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M21s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (61/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M21s | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 9611 | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 355351 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 365 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1107 | — | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 10, One UI 2.5 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 420 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 159.2×75.1×8.9 mm | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 203 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Samsung Galaxy M21s
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy M21s
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M21s
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
performance
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 M21s (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M21s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (46/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M21s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (61/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M21s or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) edges out the Samsung Galaxy M21s by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M21s and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy M21s has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M21s or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy M21s leads on camera score (46/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M21s over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy M21s is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.