Samsung Galaxy M21s vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy M21s (2020) runs on the Exynos 9611, 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 23/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M21s has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is thinner (7.8mm vs 8.9mm).
Samsung Galaxy M21s
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (46/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 42/100)
- Faster charging: 44W vs 15W
- Lighter: 188g vs 191g
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 61/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M21s vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 7 points higher (30/100 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 Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M21s (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M21s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (46/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M21s and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (45/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Samsung Galaxy M21s are nearly equal (65/100 vs 61/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M21s | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 9611 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 355351 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 365 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1107 | — | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 10, One UI 2.5 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 420 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 159.2×75.1×8.9 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 188 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Samsung Galaxy M21s
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy M21s
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M21s
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 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 Z9 (India) 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 Z9 (India) (46/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M21s and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (45/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Samsung Galaxy M21s are nearly equal (65/100 vs 61/100).
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 Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) edges out the Samsung Galaxy M21s by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M21s and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy M21s has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M21s or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy M21s leads on camera score (46/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M21s over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy M21s is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.