Samsung Galaxy S21 FE vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $699 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 51/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 725,133); the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is noticeably lighter (177g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Samsung Galaxy S21 FE better?
- Lighter: 177g vs 216g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 725133
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $699
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 26/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 31 points higher (82/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S21 FE — 16/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (97/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (65/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (75/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (74/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21 FE | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 725133 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 155.7×74.5×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 177 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S21 FE and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Samsung Galaxy S21 FE by 84.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Vivo iQOO 15T was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (97/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (65/100 vs 26/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (75/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (74/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE by 31 points (82/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 26/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.