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 Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads — 33/100 vs 24/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro has the bigger battery (4600 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 64 MP.
Samsung Galaxy S21
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Lighter: 169g vs 175g
- Higher performance (10/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (88/100 vs 81/100)
- Bigger battery: 4600 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
- Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 12/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro scores 9 points higher (33/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 leads (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 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 Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 is a bit better (88/100 vs 81/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21 | Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2100 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1074811 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1435 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3555 | — | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 66W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 169 g | 175 g | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S21
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S21
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S21
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
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 Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (37/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (37/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 is a bit better (88/100 vs 81/100).
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 Z7 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy S21 by just 9 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 24/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S21 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 leads on performance (10/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21 over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.