Samsung Galaxy S21 vs Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
The Samsung Galaxy S21 (2021) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2100, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads — 31/100 vs 24/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S21 is noticeably lighter (169g vs 194g).
Samsung Galaxy S21
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- Lighter: 169g vs 194g
- Higher performance (10/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (88/100 vs 57/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
- Better camera (34/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 12/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21 vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) scores 7 points higher (31/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 leads (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads (34/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 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 Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (34/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (88/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21 | Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2100 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1074811 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1435 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3555 | — | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2388 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 80W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 12, Origin OS Ocean | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 650 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 169 g | 194 g | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S21
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S21
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S21
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 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 Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (34/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (39/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (88/100 vs 57/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S21 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) edges out the Samsung Galaxy S21 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S21 and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S21 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads on camera score (34/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 leads on performance (10/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21 over the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.