Samsung Galaxy S21+ vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ (2021) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2100, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ leads — 57/100 vs 51/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S21+ is faster in AnTuTu (1,017,773 vs 954,090).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S21+
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S21+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1017773 vs 954090
- Better Geekbench Single: 1435 vs 1114
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3555 vs 3281
- Lighter: 200g vs 203g
- Higher performance (62/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (42/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21+ vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Samsung Galaxy S21+ scores 6 points higher (57/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ leads (42/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (62/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ is a bit better (42/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (60/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21+ | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2100 | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1017773 | 954090 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1435 | 1114 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3555 | 3281 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S21+ and Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S21+ leads Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by 6.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (62/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ is a bit better (42/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (60/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S21+ and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ leads on camera score (42/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21+ over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ is a better fit for active users.