Samsung Galaxy S21+ vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ (2021) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2100, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 57/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,017,773).
Samsung Galaxy S21+
Vivo iQOO 13
- Lighter: 200g vs 207g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1017773
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1435
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 3555
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $999
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
- Better value for money (80/100 vs 26/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21+ vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 27 points higher (84/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (80/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (92/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (73/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (80/100 vs 26/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21+ | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2100 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1017773 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1435 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3555 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $650 |
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S21+ and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Samsung Galaxy S21+ by 67.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $349. Vivo iQOO 13 was $349 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (92/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (78/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (73/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (80/100 vs 26/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ by 27 points (84/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S21+ and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21+ over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.