Samsung Galaxy S21+ vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ (2021) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2100, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ leads — 57/100 vs 54/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 12 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S21+ is faster in AnTuTu (1,017,773 vs 971,424); the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is noticeably lighter (175g vs 200g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S21+
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S21+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1017773 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Single: 1435 vs 1167
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3555 vs 2577
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher performance (62/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (42/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 66W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
- Lighter: 175g vs 200g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21+ vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ scores 3 points higher (57/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ is a bit better (62/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (80/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21+ | Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2100 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1017773 | 971424 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1435 | 1167 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3555 | 2577 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 175 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S21+ and Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S21+ leads Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro by 4.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ is a bit better (62/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (80/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S21+ and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 54/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ leads on performance (62/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21+ over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ is a better fit for active users.