Samsung Galaxy S21 FE vs Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads — 31/100 vs 29/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 12 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is noticeably lighter (177g vs 194g).
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- Lighter: 177g vs 194g
- Higher performance (6/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (78/100 vs 57/100)
- Better value for money (62/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
- Better camera (34/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) scores 2 points higher (31/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads (34/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads (39/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is a bit better (6/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (34/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (39/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (78/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21 FE | Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 753345 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1488 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3373 | — | |
| Display | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2388 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 12, Origin OS Ocean | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 650 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 194 g | |
| Price | $699 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is a bit better (6/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (34/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (39/100 vs 27/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (78/100 vs 57/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) edges out the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads on camera score (34/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE leads on performance (6/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE over the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.