Samsung Galaxy S21 FE vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, 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 29/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP.
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Lighter: 177g vs 188g
- Higher performance (6/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (78/100 vs 65/100)
- Better value for money (62/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Better camera (27/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 1 points higher (30/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (27/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 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 Z9 (India) is a bit better (27/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (42/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is a bit better (78/100 vs 65/100). 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 Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 753345 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1488 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3373 | — | |
| Display | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $699 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
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 Z9 (India) is a bit better (27/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (42/100 vs 27/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is a bit better (78/100 vs 65/100).
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 Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) edges out the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
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 Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.