Samsung Galaxy S21+ vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ (2021) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2100, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ leads — 33/100 vs 30/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP.
Samsung Galaxy S21+
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Higher performance (9/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 27/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 200g
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 35/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21+ vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Samsung Galaxy S21+ scores 3 points higher (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) 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 Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21+ | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2100 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1017773 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1435 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3555 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 5000 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 | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $999 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
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 Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (65/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) 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 Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
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 Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ leads on performance (9/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21+ over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.