Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs Vivo V21e
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo V21e (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads — 71/100 vs 49/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,219,688 vs 517,460); the Vivo V21e is noticeably lighter (171g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25+
Vivo V21e
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3219688 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Vivo V21e better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 190g
- Better camera (51/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 72/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs the Vivo V21e, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ scores 22 points higher (71/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo V21e leads (51/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (54/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo V21e is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Vivo V21e (54/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V21e is a bit better (83/100 vs 72/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | Vivo V21e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | 3219688 | 517460 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 11, Funtouch 11.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 430 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 161.2×74.4×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 171 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo V21e
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo V21e
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo V21e
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25+ and Vivo V21e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads Vivo V21e by 522.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo V21e
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e (92/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo V21e is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Vivo V21e (54/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V21e is a bit better (83/100 vs 72/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Vivo V21e?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e by 22 points (71/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Vivo V21e?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo V21e — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Vivo V21e?
The Vivo V21e leads on camera score (51/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Vivo V21e?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on performance (92/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25+ over the Vivo V21e?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.