Samsung Galaxy S21 vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Samsung Galaxy S21 (2021) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2100, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 24/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 64 MP.
Samsung Galaxy S21
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 169g vs 173g
- Higher performance (10/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (88/100 vs 83/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
- Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (30/100 vs 12/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 2 points higher (26/100 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 leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 is a bit better (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21 | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2100 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 1074811 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1435 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3555 | — | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 169 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S21
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S21
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S21
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 is a bit better (10/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (37/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (30/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100).
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?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S21 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S21 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S21 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 leads on performance (10/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.