Samsung Galaxy S21 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Samsung Galaxy S21 (2021) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2100, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads — 76/100 vs 55/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 1,081,778); the Samsung Galaxy S21 is noticeably lighter (169g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S21
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Samsung Galaxy S21 better?
- Lighter: 169g vs 225g
- Better camera (42/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 1081778
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1435
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3555
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 21 points higher (76/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (99/100 vs 63/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (80/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (79/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2100 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1081778 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1435 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3555 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, One UI 3.1 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×75.6×7.8 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 169 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S21
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S21 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Samsung Galaxy S21 by 76.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (99/100 vs 63/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (80/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (79/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S21 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 by 21 points (76/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S21 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S21 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 leads on camera score (42/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.