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 — 33/100 vs 31/100 (a 2-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.
Samsung Galaxy S21+
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Lighter: 200g vs 203g
- Higher performance (9/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 46/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 35/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21+ vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Samsung Galaxy S21+ scores 2 points higher (33/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (51/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ is a bit better (9/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (51/100 vs 35/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21+ | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2100 | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1017773 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1435 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3555 | — | |
| 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 | |
| Price | $999 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
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
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ is a bit better (9/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (51/100 vs 35/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
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 2 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 33/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ leads on camera score (32/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ leads on performance (9/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21+ over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.