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. Both devices score the same overall rating of 53/100. Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is faster in AnTuTu (1,138,928 vs 971,424); the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S21 FE better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1138928 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Single: 1500 vs 1167
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3537 vs 2577
- Lighter: 177g vs 188g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Better camera (32/100 vs 26/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) received the same MobileRank rating — 53/100. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (32/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (48/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is a bit better (74/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21 FE | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1138928 | 971424 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 1167 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 2577 | |
| 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 | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 155.7×74.5×7.9 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
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
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S21 FE and Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE leads Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 17.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (32/100 vs 26/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (48/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is a bit better (74/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
Both devices scored 53/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (64/100 vs 57/100).
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 53/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 53/100.
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 (32/100 vs 26/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE leads on performance (64/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is a better fit for active users.