Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (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 Ultra leads — 37/100 vs 30/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 228g).
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (10/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (55/100 vs 27/100)
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Lighter: 188g vs 228g
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 40/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra scores 7 points higher (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a bit better (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (65/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2100 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1074182 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1435 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3555 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 117 | — | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 40 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 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 | 228 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $1199 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 40MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- 5000 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 Ultra is a bit better (10/100 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 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (55/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (65/100 vs 15/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads on camera score (55/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads on performance (10/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.