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 Samsung Galaxy S21 leads — 55/100 vs 54/100 (a 1-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; the Samsung Galaxy S21 is faster in AnTuTu (1,081,778 vs 971,424); the Samsung Galaxy S21 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S21
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S21 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1081778 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Single: 1435 vs 1167
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3555 vs 2577
- Lighter: 169g vs 175g
- Higher performance (63/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (42/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 4600 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 31/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S21 scores 1 points higher (55/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S21 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21 | Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2100 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1081778 | 971424 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1435 | 1167 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3555 | 2577 | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 64 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, One UI 3.1 | Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×75.6×7.8 mm | 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 169 g | 175 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S21
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S21 and Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S21 leads Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro by 11.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S21 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S21 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro by just 1 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 55/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 54/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 leads on performance (63/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21 over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 is a better fit for active users.